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10 Days in Italy: Eternal Rome to the Amalfi Coast
10 Days RouteRoad TripModerate
Amalfi Coast & Rome

10 Days in Italy: Eternal Rome to the Amalfi Coast

An unforgettable 10-day journey from the ancient Roman Colosseum and Vatican museums down to the sun-soaked cliffs, lemon groves, and yacht-filled bays of Positano, Ravello, and Capri.

Start / FinishRome (Fiumicino Airport FCO) → Naples / Rome
Best SeasonMay, June, September & October
Estimated Budget$2,200 – $4,500 USD per person
DifficultyModerate
Route Overview

What to Expect on This Journey

An unforgettable 10-day journey from the ancient Roman Colosseum and Vatican museums down to the sun-soaked cliffs, lemon groves, and yacht-filled bays of Positano, Ravello, and Capri.

Trip Highlights & Unmissable Experiences

Colosseum underground and Roman Forum private tour
Cliffside sunset dinner overlooking the pastel houses of Positano
Private wooden gozzo boat tour around the sea caves of Capri
Hiking the legendary Path of the Gods high above the Mediterranean
Exploring the preserved Roman ruins of Pompeii beneath Mount Vesuvius
Day-by-Day Walkthrough (10 Days)
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1

Arrive in Rome, settle in, and begin with an evening passeggiata through Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and toss a coin into Trevi Fountain.

Key Day Highlights:
Piazza NavonaThe PantheonTrevi Fountain
Where to StayBoutique hotel near Campo de’ Fiori
What to EatClassic Cacio e Pepe at Da Enzo al 29
Transit TipLeonardo Express train from FCO airport to Roma Termini (32 min).
2

Step into gladiatorial history at the Colosseum and wander through the ruins of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill where emperors built their palaces.

Key Day Highlights:
Colosseum Arena FloorRoman ForumPalatine Hill
Where to StayRome central hotel
What to EatArtisanal pizza al taglio at Roscioli
Transit TipMetro Line B to Colosseo station.
3

Marvel at Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, tour the Vatican Museums, and climb the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica for panoramic Rome views.

Key Day Highlights:
Vatican MuseumsSistine ChapelSt. Peter’s Dome Climb
Where to StayRome central hotel
What to EatGelato at Frigidarium
Transit TipMetro Line A to Ottaviano.
4

Take the 1-hour Frecciarossa high-speed train to Naples. Stop at the UNESCO ruins of Pompeii frozen in ash by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD before continuing to Sorrento.

Key Day Highlights:
High-speed train to NaplesPompeii Archaeological ParkSorrento Sunset
Where to StaySorrento cliffside hotel
What to EatAuthentic Neapolitan Margherita pizza at L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele
Transit TipFrecciarossa train from Rome to Naples (1h 10m), then Circumvesuviana train to Pompeii.
5

Take a passenger ferry into Positano. Check into your cliffside hotel, wander through bougainvillea-covered stairs, and relax on Spiaggia Grande.

Key Day Highlights:
Positano ferry arrivalChurch of Santa Maria AssuntaSpiaggia Grande beach
Where to StayPositano boutique cliff hotel
What to EatLinguine with clams at Chez Black Positano
Transit TipTravelmar ferry from Sorrento/Salerno to Positano.
6

Charter a private wooden gozzo boat to the glamorous island of Capri. Cruise past the Faraglioni rock formations, swim in the Green Grotto, and take the chairlift up Monte Solaro in Anacapri.

Key Day Highlights:
Capri Boat TourFaraglioni RocksMonte Solaro Chairlift
Where to StayPositano or Capri hotel
What to EatCaprese salad and fresh fish at La Fontelina beach club
Transit TipDirect ferry or private boat from Positano dock.
7

Hike the world-famous Sentiero degli Dei trail from Bomerano down into Nocelle with jaw-dropping views of the entire Amalfi coastline.

Key Day Highlights:
Path of the Gods clifftop trekNocelle village lemon granitaArienzo beach stairs
Where to StayPositano / Praiano
What to EatHandmade gnocchi alla Sorrentina at Trattoria Santa Croce
Transit TipLocal bus from Positano to Bomerano trailhead.
8

Ascend to the mountain village of Ravello. Stroll through the Terrace of Infinity at Villa Cimbrone and the gardens of Villa Rufolo that inspired Wagner.

Key Day Highlights:
Villa Cimbrone Terrace of InfinityVilla Rufolo GardensRavello Cathedral Square
Where to StayRavello hillside hotel
What to EatGourmet Mediterranean dinner at Ristorante Belvedere
Transit TipSITA bus or taxi from Amalfi town to Ravello.
9

Visit the striking striped facade and bronze doors of the Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Sant’Andrea). Take a boat trip to the dramatic hidden cove of Fiordo di Furore.

Key Day Highlights:
Amalfi Duomo di Sant’AndreaPaper Museum (Museo della Carta)Fiordo di Furore
Where to StayAmalfi or Salerno hotel
What to EatDelizia al Limone pastry at Pasticceria Pansa in Amalfi
Transit TipLocal ferry or scooter.
10

Transfer back to Naples for a quick historical walking tour of Spaccanapoli and a farewell sfogliatella pastry before heading to Naples Airport (NAP) or taking the train to Rome.

Key Day Highlights:
Spaccanapoli street lifeNaples Cathedral & Veiled ChristDeparture
Where to StayDeparture
What to EatSfogliatella and espresso at Gran Caffè Gambrinus
Transit TipFerry to Naples Port or private car transfer to NAP airport.