The incredibly scenic port city of Salerno is located southeast of Naples and is known as the city of the landing of the Allies and the ancient medical school. Atop Monte Bonadies, the centuries old Arechi Castle has sea views, plus Museo Medieval del Castello, exhibiting medieval ceramics and coins. In town, built on the ruins of a Roman temple, is Salerno Cathedral with Byzantine bronze doors, a baroque crypt and a marble altar. The terraced Minerva’s Garden has been growing medicinal plants since the 14th century.

Be greeted directly at the cruise ship pier area by your local, friendly representative and set off from the port of Salerno to the city center, only a few minutes away. Your knowledgeable, English-speaking guide will introduce you to this ancient place with panoramic views at every turn.

Salerno is the second largest city in the Campania region, with one of the largest ports in Italy. It was the capital of Italy after the Second World War and experienced the drama of the landing of the Allies. The liberty style of the palaces of power is beautiful, and the historic center is splendid, with the cathedral of St. Matthew, founded by Roberto the Guiscard, prince of the Normans.

From the hill “Bonadies” the ancient Lombard castle watches over the city, “the castle of Arechi”, said because the construction of this fortification is associated traditionally to the Lombard Duke Arechi II, from which the Normans took power after bloody struggles. Salerno is the city of the ancient medical school, from which the branches of modern medicine derive. Today the history of the prestigious medical school in Salerno is told in the museum dedicated to it, along the picturesque lanes of the old town, rich in jewelers and goldsmiths, a tradition that has been handed down from family to family.

Leisurely walk along the park, past the theatre and the beautiful liberty style buildings. After visiting the splendid cathedral dedicated to St. Matthew and the historic center, relax along Corso Vittorio Emanuele, full of shops.

Finally, you will begin to walk along the seafront reaching your ship at the port once again. The city has invested in various urban-regeneration programs centered on this historic neighborhood, which features a tree-lined seafront promenade widely considered to be one of the happiest and most attractive in Italy.

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The ancient Roman city of Pompeii was founded in in the 6th or 7th century BC and flourished to more than 20,000 people with complex infrastructures in place before the city was engulfed in volcanic lava when nearby Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD.

Here’s your chance to see the ruins of a city that laid the foundations for modern social life. Upon arrival to Pompeii your archeological guide will share interesting facts and stories about the city, the people and the culture as you walk through the city relics. Observe well-preserved thermal baths, the gymnasium, amphitheater, the House of the Faun and more. Inside Lupanar you will see frescoes and the beds used in the brothel. Visit the Basilica where justice was administered and trade was conducted.

The Macellum, a marketplace and focal point of the city, offers an up close and personal look at daily life including food remains, paintings and everyday objects. As you walk around you will notice plaster casts of a few of the 3,000 inhabitants that remained in the city and paid for their decision with their lives. After surveying Pompeii, you will have the opportunity to shop, eat and visit a local cameo factory.

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The Amalfi Coast has attracted tourists, glitterati, and filmmakers alike for decades. You will see and experience the allure for yourself on this full-day Amalfi Coast tour.

Begin your expedition with a ride along the famous 43-mile serpentine coast that divides the Lattari mountains from the sea below. You will ride along the coast of Sorrento and through the village of Positano, taking in breathtaking views along the way. Be sure to have your camera ready, as you will be making many stops in towns and villages hosting postcard-perfect vistas at every turn.

Enjoy lunch at a restaurant with seaside views, then spend some time exploring the alleys and squares in the town of Amalfi. You can visit local shops and, weather permitting, take a quick boat tour along the coastline. Before your departure, climb the 57 steps to see Saint Andrew Cathedral, a 9th century church with layers of architectural styles including Romanesque, Gothic, Byzantine and Baroque elements.

Conclude your experience with a stop at Ravello, a medieval town perched above Amalfi with spectacular views of Italy and the entire Amalfi Coast. Villa Rufulo is not to be missed, with its stately bell tower and continuously blooming floral gardens.

This family-friendly tour is a must-do for photography buffs. Reserve your spot today!