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Sorry for delay. It was a totally wonderful trip from beginning to end. Our director and guides from Sorrento to back to naples were knowledgeable , helpful and professional. Can’t wait to travel with RS again in the near future. Thank you Mary-Beth
The trip of a lifetime led by a knowledgeable and friendly group leader. Guides were great! We got a great diversity of the communities and food. Lots of good knowledge learned at all sites we visited. Hotels and restaurants were great choices. Good balance of organized time and free time. We made new friends, learned a lot of the areas we visited. We will definitely recommend this trip to others.
My trip was truly magical...a dream come true. The tour leaders were all exceptional and loved every lecture. Only negative was Caesar Augusta Hotel in Sorrento. Altho the location was ideal the hotel itself was not, hope it has been changed. Also note that in Sorrento Friday Sat and Sunday nights were all on our own and they could have been spread out a little more evenly. Restaurant suggestions were great. I LOVE Road Scholar! Thank you! Best, Holly Curry
A wonderful trip with road scholar.I would recommend to all.
My daughter and I had a wonderful time on this trip. We were able to visit places we had read and heard about for years, and were lucky to have been able to do so with such a compatible group of people. Michelle was a wizard at organizing everything and keeping it running smoothly. She went well above and beyond on occasion, as when she was able to arrange a restaurant reservation for us on very short notice at a popular and extremely busy establishment. We were very fortunate to have her as our trip leader.
It was a wonderful trip. Thanks to our guide Dominico - out of 4 starts I would give him 5! He was always there keeping us informed of the schedule and so much information on the places we were visiting! The other historians were so informed and interesting, we didn't lack for any historical data. The locations of the hotels were perfect, but the rooms were lacking.... beds were terrible, and plugs were insufficient. Other than that, Amalfi Coast and trips included were great!
If you are interested in the ancient Roman and Greek life, this trip that includes Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum, and the incredible archeological museum in Naples is just for you. Bring hiking poles with rubber tips for the ups and downs at the archaeological sites. A fascinating adventure!
The Amalfi Coast is beautiful and filled with much historical interest. While visiting Pompeii fulfilled a lifelong dream, Herculaneum was much more spectacular. Staying for 7 nights in one hotel in Sorrento enhanced my ability to be immersed in the program without having to think about packing up for the next stop. In times of Covid I can’t stress enough the need to be vigilant in protecting yourself and your fellow travelers.
Beyond the view was even better than I could have ever imagined. The beauty of the area can not be described in words. This was my first trip with Road Scholar with the expertise of Michelle Bessett and her crew it was extraordinary. She met our every need and their were many at times. Michelle led our trip with ease and kindness at every escapade. All of the adventures were crafted perfectly and the guides that led us were experts in their field and shared so much of their own knowledge. From the drivers to the hotels , every moment was perfectly orchestrated. There was just enough time to explore on our own too. This will be a hard trip to replicate when I travel next year with Road scholar to Iceland. Michelle 's love of her new adopted country and her accommodating and sweet personality are a perfect mix for a travel leader. I wish she could to travel on another trip-I would be the first one to sign up. Loved having someone to turn to if any problems arise when you are so far away from home. Michelle and her crew are outstanding. Thanks for the memorable experience-it was divine. Warmest regards, Denise Pierson---Cheers to you Lovely Michelle.
Sorrento is the perfect base to take day trips to the Almafi Coast towns. The hotel is conveniently located for an easy walk into town to enjoy individual sightseeing and meals. The program is designed to allow participants to take advantage of the many small family-owned restaurants and delis that can't seat an entire group. It's a beautiful town for sidewalk dining at tables for 2 or 4. There is a 20 Euro minimum charge everywhere in town. ATM machines are conveniently located, but there is a fee for each transaction. Pat pointed out many places of interest during an introductory walking tour of Sorrento. Free time is appreciated because there is so much to see and do. Some participants went to museums, some to cathedrals, some to photo exhibits, some to craft shops, some to the marina, etc. The Introductory materials you receive at home describes very well the entire program. At orientation, you will receive a daily itinerary with details including the specific times of each activity. The program is well designed and the complicated logistics were well executed. A private boat tour along the shore of Capri to the Blue Grotto is not included because it depends on the weather. If it is offered during your program, don't miss it. The bus ride along the narrow Amalfi coast road and the boat rides along the coast offered spectacular photo opportunities. Vincenzo is a personable, knowledgeable guide for Amalfi, Capri, Paestum, and Napoli. Claudio, our guide for Pompeii, the museum, and Herculaneum is a walking encyclopedia for those two sites. If you are interested in the Greek and Roman history of Southern Italy, and want to spend a day on the island of Capri, this is the program for you.
Overall, we were very pleased with the excellent guides and opportunities to explore on our own. TWO suggestions: 1. Prior to the start of our trip, Leader Michelle sent out a very nice letter introducing herself, the instructors and offered some extra tips and wisdom. It would have been extremely helpful if she had mentioned that any restaurant charges under 20 Euros HAD to be paid with cash. I had asked prior to the trip how many Euros to bring and was never informed of this local policy. Knowing this, would have reduced a lot of inconvenient running around for many participants in Sorrento and other cities just to obtain Euros. 2. PLEASE give participants a heads up on how laundry can be done. Not knowing that Italy's hotels do not offer coin operated laundry systems would have been very helpful. Given their limited hours of operation, dropping off and picking up services were not conducive to the pace of the program. Unfortunately, many of us ended up doing laundry in our bathroom sinks. Please help with more instruction on this topic! Thank you for the trip of a life time!
The trip was good but not the best Road Scholar trip I have been on in the past few years. There are few areas where there could be improvements, as compared to previous Road Scholar trips I have taken. The lectures were not of the quality which I have had with other Road Scholar trips. Also certainly two lectures in one day was not at all well received by the group. This day that we had these two lectures was not an interesting/ quality day which a tour group like RS advertises. In addition, the room where the lectures were held had noise from the kitchen, combined with the fact that Jan and Mimo were talking in the back of the room throughout the entire lecture. The hotels were fine, however the dinners are the hotel in Sorrento were the worst food I have ever had at Roads Scholar. In fact ma y of us learned to skip them and go elsewhere for dinner. When Massimo was our bus driver, he smoked in the bus while we were out touring and when we returned to the bus we could barely breathe. It was awful air in an enclosed bus full of smoke. Mimo was a good program supervisor, and attentive to the group.
What a fantastic trip! The Italian history and lifestyle, the gorgeous Amalfi Coast, delicious food and wine, and compatible travel companions. I wasn't ready to come home!
This was a lovely trip and I was excited to see Pompeii, the Greek temples, Herculaneum, and Amalfi Road, all things I had always wanted to view in person. Michelle Bassett was helpful, friendly and organized. Couldn't have asked for a better team leader. Bravo to Road Scholar trips.
This was a wonderful trip. The tour was carefully planned to allow participants to see the most remarkable sites in this area. Excellent lectures provided introductory and background information for the excursions. Michelle Bassett, our tour guide, was outstanding, kind, helpful, competent, interesting, lively, and even hard-working to ensure that all arrangements were just as described in the itinerary. Vincenzo and Enrica were superb tour guides for archaeology, history, geography, art...two polymaths with boundless enthusiasm, love for their work, and care for all of us. The hotels were convenient and comfortable; dinners there, and other planned dinners were delicious. The Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, and the Sorrentine Peninsula have to be among the world's most beautiful places to see. The sights were awesome; words are inadequate.
The adventure "Beyond the View: The Amalfi Coast and Sorrento" was the experience of a lifetime! Every aspect of it was perfect from the guides to the food to the hotels and the cities. Italy is wonderful; this trip is spectacular!
This program provided a great combination of the beauty of Italy and the history of the country from the ancient world (Pompeii, Herculaneum, museums) to the present (from lectures and observations of daily living). Guides are knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Bus drivers are skilled on the hills and narrow roads of the Amalfi coast.
This is a great trip, giving you a nice combination of tourist sights and educational learning. The way the program is structured connects the information together as you travel up and down the Amalfi Coast. Sorrento is a great place to be based for the first part, lots of attractions and activity. Our tour leader, Mimmo, and all the local experts were remarkable, especially Enrica, who brought the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum to life for us. She has so much energy and enthusiasm that we could not help but understand what we were observing. The visit to the agroturismo (farm restaurant) was unquestionably the most entertaining part of the trip. Seeing the amazing ruins of ancient Greek temples at Paestum and the handmade paper mill in Amalfi were also highlights. (Plus the glorious concert in the Cathedral!) All in all, great knowledge + great sights + great leadership = awesome trip!
Our group leader, Mimo, took great care of us, and the experts and guides did a wonderful job of bringing the past to life. We learned something new everyday! I was amazed at how large Pompei was and how many artifacts had survived over the centuries. And I had never heard of the cities of Herculean and Paestum (sp?). Wow!! How do such places exist, and yet so many people have never heard of them?? This trip was incredible. I absolutely LOVED it! I am definitely going to do this one again!
It was so good to be traveling again. The Campania area of Italy felt very safe with good attention to Covid regulations. Domenico, our guide for the trip, was an absolute gem, charming, gracious, funny and very informative. Also, we had wonderful guides to the archeological sites and lectures about Italy. It was a nice blend of enjoying the beautiful scenery of the coast (boat trip to Capri and boat trip along the coast from Positano to Amalfi) and the opportunity to learn about the amazing Roman and Greek sites and the way of life in these ancient cities (Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum). I was so glad that Paestum was included in this program, because it offers some of the best preserved Greek temples anywhere (except perhaps Sicily which is another great Road Scholar trip).
What a way to renter the world of travel after an almost two year hiatus! From the historical sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum to the stunning vistas of the Amalfi Coast we had a great way to spend almost 2 weeks. Great instructors, great food, as a good group of fellow travelers completed the trip.
The Amalfi Coast/Sorrento trip is amazing. I met some great people, learned new things, and was able to take photographs that will help me remember this part of Italy for years to come.
The Amalfi Coast tour is one of the highlights of our European guided tours. It was well-planned, interesting, and delightful. The tour leaders and guides are exceptionally well-informed, courteous, friendly and made the tour as interesting as it was. While the weather didn't always cooperate, we all had a great time.
This was our first Road Scholar. Jan Gilbert and the other tour guides made this trip very enjoyable and educational. We would definitely take another trip with Road Scholar.
This is a fabulous program and I recommend it to all. Such a beautiful, welcoming area, with wonderful Road Scholar people helping us get the most out of it as possible! I wouldn’t have missed it!
Road Scholar, with an emphasis on educational programming and deep cultural understanding, is definitely a cut above the multitude of show-and-tell group tours.
An in-depth tour of the Amalfi coast region of Italy. So many sights, sounds and tastes to savor and enjoy!
A great time, with nicely varied programming; wonderful group leaders; unmatched scenery and archaeological sites. If you're up for more hiking in your free time, there are wonderful opportunities, such as climbing Vesuvius; roaming to vistas in Ravello, Capri, and Positano; and further exploring Sorrento and Minori.
I loved the mix of activities in this program. Most days were spent outside exploring beautiful sites with stories to tell. We visited not only well known sites like Pompeii, but sites I wasn’t familiar with like Herculaneum and Paestum. The Amalfi Coast was beyond beautiful but also amazing for its land use. It was great being based in Sorrento—we got to know the town and it’s great restaurants. Being there during Easter Week was a special bonus as we were able to observe and participate in activities that have been going on since the Middle Ages. Do climb Mt Vesuvius—the views are worth the effort. Don’t walk down from Ravello—it took my knees days to recover. Jan was the perfect site coordinator and Claudio was an inspiring teacher.
This is a high-energy, high-value program. We were busy and moving most of the time, but it was just terrific. The location has so much to offer, and the staff that put this on are really amazing! Note that it is not a good program for those who have mobility issues as there is a lot of climbing and extensive walking.
While the Amalfi Coast is beautiful, the history of The Roman Empire and Greek influences are everywhere. If you want to increase your knowledge of the “Classical Era” of European history, this a trip for you.
First class accommodations, exploration, food and staff . The participants for social and interesting. Shared their experiences if asked