Discover the unmissable highlights of Sorrento & the Bay of Naples. Begin with the iconic sites of Rome, explore the ruins of Pompeii & marvel at Mt.Vesuvius. Bespoke itineraries for classics, geography & history students. ABTA & ABTO protected.
This school trip exploring Sorrento and Naples begins in Rome so your students can pack in more sites durng their time away, creating a truly unforgettable experience. Rich in history, the Bay of Naples region was first settled by the Greeks, then the Romans and is dominated by the summit of Mount Vesuvius—one of the few active volcanoes in Europe.
Bring your classroom studies to life as your students ramble amongst the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The abundance of classic sites and breath-taking scenery draws schools back to the region every year and will continue to inspire your students long after they return home.
This is our suggested Fast Track itinerary. If you would like to change the duration of your trip or choose different excursions, just contact us for a bespoke quote.
Take a boat over to the beautiful island of Capri, too small to get lost in yet big enough to spend an entire day there. On the island, you'll find the Certosa di San Giacomo monastery and Villa Jovis, Emperor Tiberius' most impressive residence.
Located in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum is the sister city of Pompeii. Herculaneum is a popular visit with our groups because it is better preserved than Pompeii as the city was buried in mud rather than volcanic ash - and it tends to draw fewer crowds.
Mount Vesuvius is the only Volcano on mainland Europe to have erupted in the past 100 years. The volcano that destroyed the city of Pompeii is now a National Park, and you will walk up to the incredible crater and see beautiful views over the bay!
The Old Town of Naples with its narrow streets is definitely worth a look. A visit to the cathedral is highly recommended as the traditional services are led by monks. Generally known as the Duomo this 13th-century gothic cathedral dedicated to Naples' patron saint San Gennaro, is supposed to house the two vials of his coagulated blood.
Founded in 6th Century BC, Paestum is one of Italy's most important archaeological sites. The ruins of Paestum are famous for their three ancient Greek temples in the Doric order, dating from about 600 to 450 BC, which have been very well preserved.
Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The preserved site features excavated ruins of streets and houses that students can freely explore.
The Amalfi coast offers some of the most spectacular scenery in Italy making it an unmissable photo stop at the very least. Explore the Piazza Duomo, the cathedral and tropical garden.
The Villa Oplontis, located near the city of Naples and Pompeii, is thought to be the home that once belonged to Poppaea Sabina, who eventually became the wife of Emperor Nero. The remains of the villa have some beautiful murals which have held up pretty well in the wake of Mount Vesuvius's devastating eruption.
Once in Capri, head over to Certosa di San Giacomo, a former monastery with a church. It is a preserved historic site and doesn't draw too many crowds, but the views are magnificent.
Villa Jovis is one of the sites we recommend visiting when you're on the island of Capri. A former Roman palace, the villa was built by emperor Tiberius.
Forty meters below the lively streets of the Historic Centre of Naples, you find a different world, unexplored, isolated by time, but deeply connected with the world above. Embark on a fascinating underground tour of a network of tunnels beneath Naples.
This is one sweet experience... Step inside an Italian gelateria where a gelato artisan will share the secrets behind creating this frozen treat. End the demonstration by tasting some for yourself!
The impressive Colosseum is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman monuments and certainly one of the most recognisable. It was built to host 50,000 spectators and today your students can go inside and explore the site for themselves.
Built 2000 years ago, the stunning dome remains the world’s largest unreinforced concrete dome. It was built as a temple and converted to a Catholic church in the 7th century AD.
The Roman Forum is a complex of towering remains of a marketplace and other prominent government buildings in the historic centre of ancient Rome.
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