Optional add-on: Start the day early with the highlights of Herculaneum Archaeological Park, whose preserved houses, baths, mosaics, wooden structures, and ancient waterfront provide an intimate complement to the larger-scale ruins of Pompeii.

Travel to Pompeii Archaeological Park to experience many of the site's most iconic highlights. Begin in the Forum of Pompeii, once the political and commercial heart of the city, before exploring the grand House of the Faun (Casa del Fauno), renowned for its impressive scale and exquisite mosaics.

Continue to the Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane), among the oldest surviving Roman bath complexes. Nearby, visit the Panificio di Popidio Prisco to see ancient milling equipment and ovens that once supplied bread to local residents.

Walk along Via dell'Abbondanza, Pompeii's principal commercial street lined with shops, homes, and workshops, before continuing to the Amphitheatre of Pompeii, one of the oldest surviving Roman amphitheatres.

Conclude your visit at the moving Garden of the Fugitives (Orto dei Fuggisaschi), where plaster casts preserve the final moments of victims caught in the eruption.

Optional add-on: Visit the Antiquarium of Pompeii to view artifacts recovered from the ancient city, including everyday objects, frescoes, and exhibits explaining the history of the eruption and ongoing archaeological discoveries.

Board a morning ferry from Naples to Capri. Upon arrival, make your way to boats for the Blue Grotto, where sunlight filtering through an underwater opening illuminates the cave with a remarkable blue glow. Visits are weather and sea-condition dependent and may be suspended during rough seas.

Optional add-on: Ride the chairlift to the summit of Monte Solaro for panoramic views across Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and the Bay of Naples.

Spend the afternoon exploring Capri Town, beginning at the Torre dell'Orologio (Campanile della Chiesa Madre) with its clock made of blue, yellow, and black maiolica tiles at La Piazzetta, the island's elegant social hub lined with cafés and boutiques. Browse the island's stylish shops featuring Italian fashion, handmade sandals, artisan perfumes, limoncello, and luxury brands.

Optional add-on: Visit the Gardens of Augustus for spectacular views overlooking the Faraglioni sea stacks and the dramatic curves of Via Krupp.

If time permits, have apertivo on Capri before taking the ferry back to Naples.

Begin the day with an early direct seasonal ferry to Positano or an early train to Sorrento, followed by a ferry to Positano. As you arrive, admire the town's pastel-colored buildings cascading down the cliffs toward the sea.

Make your way to the upper scenic terraces for panoramic views overlooking Positano and the Mediterranean, among the Amalfi Coast's most photographed vistas. Continue to the Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta, distinguished by its colorful majolica-tiled dome and revered Byzantine icon of the Black Madonna.

Requirements for respectful or modest attire apply when visiting churches and other religious sites. Visitors should remain mindful of posted customs and avoid disrupting religious observances.

Optional add-on: Visit the Roman Archaelogical Museum (Positano MAR) to explore the preserved remains of an ancient Roman villa discovered beneath the modern town.

Optional add-on: Continue to the Fotopoint Positano for another spectacular perspective of Positano's colorful hillside and coastline.

Spend the remainder of the morning browsing Positano's boutiques, where the distinctive Moda Positano style features handmade leather sandals, breezy linen clothing, embroidered garments, and crocheted accessories crafted by local artisans.

Enjoy a leisurely seafood lunch overlooking Spiaggia Grande before spending the afternoon relaxing on the beach or swimming in the clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Finish with a refreshing gelato while soaking in one of Italy's most iconic coastal settings.

As the afternoon light softens, settle into a cliffside terrace for a classic Italian aperitivo accompanied by unforgettable sunset views over Positano before returning to Naples.

Take an early direct seasonal ferry to Amalfi or train to Sorrento and then bus or ferry to Amalfi.

After arriving in Amalfi, begin at the Amalfi Cathedral, whose striking Arab-Norman façade reflects the city's medieval prosperity as one of Italy's great maritime republics. While there, explore the beautiful Paradise Cloister, or Chiostro del Paradiso, a medieval cloister known for its graceful arches and tranquil gardens.

Requirements for respectful or modest attire apply when visiting churches and other religious sites. Visitors should remain mindful of posted customs and avoid disrupting religious observances.

Optional add-on: Continue to the Amalfi Paper Museum, or Museo della Carta, to discover the centuries-old paper-making tradition that helped establish Amalfi as a commercial center.

Browse the historic shops along Via Lorenzo d'Amalfi and Ruga Nova Mercatorum (Via dei Mercanti), where artisan boutiques specialize in handmade Amalfi paper, locally produced limoncello, silk scarves, regional ceramics, and other regional specialties.

Along the way, sample local street food favorites such as cuoppi (paper cones filled with freshly fried seafood) and pizza a portafoglio (folded pizza enjoyed on the go).

Travel by bus to Ravello and enjoy lunch on a scenic terrace overlooking the coastline. After lunch, visit Villa Cimbrone, where beautifully landscaped gardens culminate at the famous Terrace of Infinity, widely regarded as one of the Amalfi Coast's most spectacular viewpoints.

Optional add-on: Explore nearby Villa Rufolo, renowned for its terraced gardens, Moorish-inspired architecture, and sweeping coastal views.

Continue to the Ravello Cathedral, or Duomo di Ravello, before pausing for an aperitivo in one of Ravello's elegant piazzas as the afternoon light illuminates the surrounding mountains and sea.

Return to Amalfi for an early dinner and a leisurely stroll around the Piazza Duomo before returning to Naples.

Take an early ferry from Naples to Procida. Begin in Marina Grande, the island's lively harbor lined with brightly painted buildings and fishing boats.

Wander uphill through narrow lanes toward Terra Murata, Procida's medieval fortified village and highest point, where panoramic views stretch across the Bay of Naples to Ischia and Mount Vesuvius.

Visit the imposing Palazzo d'Avalos from the outside, or tour it if open to visitors.

Optional add-on: Visit Abbazia di San Michele Arcangelo Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo to admire its historic interiors and sweeping island views. Requirements for respectful/modest attire apply at churches, synagogues, and other religious sites. Visitors should avoid disrupting religious observances and remain mindful of posted customs.

Enjoy a leisurely seafood lunch overlooking the picturesque harbor at Marina Corricella, a pictureque fishing village. Spend the afternoon exploring its colorful waterfront, browsing artisan shops, or relaxing on one of the island's beaches before stopping for a gelato.

If timing permits, have apertivo or an early dinner before returning to Naples.

Board an early ferry to Sorrento, enjoying panoramic views across the Bay of Naples as the colorful town rises above its limestone cliffs.

Begin by exploring Sorrento's historic center, wandering its narrow lanes lined with elegant churches, hidden courtyards, and bustling piazzas. Visit the Chiostro di San Francesco and nearby Villa Comunale, one of the town's finest viewpoints overlooking Marina Piccola, Mount Vesuvius, and the Bay of Naples.

Requirements for respectful/modest attire apply at churches, synagogues, and other religious sites. Visitors should avoid disrupting religious observances and remain mindful of posted customs.

Continue through Corso Italia and the surrounding streets, where family-run workshops preserve Sorrento's centuries-old tradition of intarsio, the intricate wood-inlay craft. Browse artisan boutiques featuring handcrafted marquetry, ceramics, leather goods, and locally produced specialties.

Optional add-on: Visit Limoncello di Sorrento Cassano 1875 in nearby Piano di Sorrento for a guided tour of the production facility. Learn how certified IGP Sorrento lemons are hand-peeled, infused, and transformed into limoncello using traditional methods before sampling limoncello and other citrus products made by the company.

Leave the town center for a guided tour and/or farm-to-table lunch at a nearby agriturismo surrounded by lemon groves and olive trees, such as Azienda Agrituristica "La Masseria" or Agriturismo Primaluce Sorrento. Seasonal menus often showcase ingredients produced on-site and may include Provolone del Monaco, locally made olive oil, fresh vegetables, handmade pasta, and rustic Campanian specialties.

Azienda Agrituristica "La Masseria" is known for its 4th-generation, family-run farm with lemon groves, DOP-certified extra virgin olive oil, and other crops. Agriturismo Primaluce Sorrento is known for its panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, hands-on cooking experiences, and organic crops.

Return to Sorrento for delizia al limone (sponge cake filled with lemon cream), the city's signature lemon cake, before spending time browsing specialty food shops and gourmet delicatessens.

Beginning at the Statue of Torquato Tasso, a notable Renaissance poet, explore Piazza Tasso and the lively pedestrian streets of central Sorrento, filled with cafés, wine bars, and gelaterias.

Enjoy an early dinner overlooking the Bay of Naples, sampling regional specialties such as gnocchi alla sorrentina (potato gnocchi in a tomato sauce with mozzarella and basil), fresh seafood, or locally caught fish prepared simply with lemon and olive oil. Conclude the meal with an espresso or after-dinner limoncello before returning to Naples by train or ferry, depending on availability.

Board an early ferry from Naples to Ischia Porto, enjoying views of the Bay of Naples as the volcanic peaks of Ischia come into view.

Begin by visiting Aragonese Castle, considered by many to be Ischia's most iconic landmark. Perched on a rocky islet connected to the mainland by a stone causeway, the medieval fortress offers panoramic views across the Tyrrhenian Sea while revealing centuries of the island's history through its churches, gardens, convents, and defensive walls.

Requirements for respectful or modest attire apply when visiting churches and other religious sites. Visitors should remain mindful of posted customs and avoid disrupting religious observances.

Continue into nearby Ischia Ponte, the island's charming historic fishing village, where narrow lanes, artisan boutiques, and waterfront cafés create one of Ischia's most picturesque settings. Ischia Ponte - Pontile Aragonese is a scenic causeway that serves as a popular spot for photos.

Optional add-on: Visit the Associazione Amici del Museo del mare Isola D'Ischia to learn about Ischia's long maritime traditions and fishing heritage.

Travel by bus or taxi to Forio di Ischia, one of Ischia's coastal towns, for a lunch featuring fresh seafood, locally grown vegetables, coniglio all'ischitana (rabbit stew), or other island specialties accompanied by wines produced from Ischia's volcanic vineyards.

Optional add-on: Explore the subtropical landscapes of Giardini la Mortella, renowned for their exotic plants, fountains, sculptures, and views over the coastline.

After lunch, relax in the naturally heated thermal pools and seaside gardens of Giardini Poseidon Terme, Ischia's largest thermal spa complex.

Return to Ischia Porto for apertivo or an early dinner before the evening ferry back to Naples.