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Italy

Sorrento & the Breathtaking Amalfi Coast

Program No. 23156RJ
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At a Glance
Duration
10 days
Program Begins
Sorrento (NA)
Program Concludes
Capaccio Paestum (SA)
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
18 ( 8B, 6L, 4D )
Activity Level
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Explore the idyllic Amalfi coast and Sorrento, where colorful houses are carved out of cliffs and sailboats bob on the turquoise Tyrrhenian Sea. Uncover the hidden history, art and customs of the ancient Romans and Arabs as you explore underground cities and captivating ruins with local experts. Explore the treasures of this Italian gem and learn about its unique culture while taking in the magnificent, uninterrupted landscapes.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Explore a city frozen in time as you weave through the ruins of Pompeii with a local expert who will provide insight on art, customs and trades from centuries ago.
  • Get to know Naples like a local as you navigate this lively city’s history-laden streets with your local expert.
  • Cilento, home to world’s best-preserved Greek temples (Paestum) and to the Certosa, a Baroque masterpiece of history, art and spirituality, an important monument of European art history for its architectural magnificence and abundance of artistic treasures.
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Alessandra Sarappa
Alessandra Sarappa was born and raised in Rome. She studied English at Rice University in Texas before spending seven years in the UK. She was part of the cabin crew at British Airways for 25 years, and worked with English customers in Sorrento as a customer resort helper for Jet2Holidays for one summer. She then became a group leader for companies including AG Boutique in Rome, Laser Jet in Riccione, and the Aloschi Bros cruise agency. Her interests range from art to nature and gastronomy.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
Alessandra Sarappa was born and raised in Rome. She studied English at Rice University in Texas before spending seven years in the UK. She was part of the cabin crew at British Airways for 25 years, and worked with English customers in Sorrento as a customer resort helper for Jet2Holidays for one summer. She then became a group leader for companies including AG Boutique in Rome, Laser Jet in Riccione, and the Aloschi Bros cruise agency. Her interests range from art to nature and gastronomy.
Simone Spinazze was born in Rome. Thanks to his father’s job, he had the chance to spend long periods of his youth in different countries. He studied performing arts. He thinks that becoming a group leader is a natural consequence of these two main interests in his life. He keeps traveling and loves knowing people and showing them his beautiful country. He currently lives with his wife and kid in Bolsena, a medieval village upon a beautiful lake not far from Orvieto, Umbria.
Caterina Zanobetti is a licensed group leader because she loves arts, history, and visitors' curiosity. She likes telling stories, legends, and sharing the emotion of discovering the towns and beautiful places of her country. She was born in Rome, but has lived in Florence since she was a teenager. After working several years in an import-export, she decided to turn her passion into a job, and studied to become a group leader.
Camilla Pollio received a bachelor’s degree in cultural and linguistic mediation from the University of Roma Tre. She took part in an exchange program in Austria and lived there for five months. She has also started on a new bachelor's degree in modern singing. She has worked for Road Scholar since 2024. She has many interests and passions, the biggest being music; she sings and plays the piano and guitar. She is also interested in reading and loves going to museums.
Activity Level
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Walking up to 2.5 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over uneven terrain, inclines and cobblestones. Standing up to 2 hour per day. Program will require approximately 16 miles of walking over 9 days. Must be able to use stairs, often without handrails, in order to navigate field trip sites. Due to unavoidable stairs, wheelchairs and scooters cannot be accommodated on this program. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

    An illustration of a hand using a pen to check off the final item on a clipboard checklist
  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

    An illustration of an elderly man sitting at a computer with a pair of binoculars beside him
  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

    An illustration of an elderly woman holding a piggy bank, with the Eiffel Tower in the background
  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

    An illustration of a hand holding a globe with a small bird flying around it