This area of Italy has beautiful coastline and is steeped in history. It is dominated by Mount Vesuvius, responsible for the destruction of the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79AD and still an active volcano .
- Amalfi Coast
One of the best, most beautiful coastal roads in the world. - Capri
Take a boat trip to the beautiful Island of Capri and see the famous Blue Grotto. - Herculaneum
The town was covered by a thick layer of volcanic ash during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD which meant it was kept perfectly preserved. - Mount Vesuvius
Meet your guide for a walk up to the rim of the volcano. - Naples
Here you may visit the Archaeological Museum which contains the artefacts removed from Pompeii. - Oplontis
A Roman Villa with excellently preserved paintings. - Paestum
Originally founded by the Greeks, it is possible to visit the ruins of the town and the Roman amphitheatre. - Pompeii
The town was buried in the eruption of Vesuvius. Today you can see preserved houses, streets and works of art. - Positano
A small town on the Amalfi Coast which has the appearance of clinging to the cliff, made famous by the 'Dolce Vita' lifestyle of the 1960s. - Solfatara
A dormant volcanic crater in the Phlegrean Fields with sulphurous steam and bubbling mud.
