Italy's Cilento Coast

Italy's Cilento Coast

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Italy's Cilento Coast

8 Days Starting in Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy and ending in United Kingdom

Visiting: Naples, Capaccio, Castellabate, Paestum, Salerno

Tour operator:

Just You

Tour code:

SEITCC

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

15 - 30

Physical rating:

Low, Relax & Discover

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests

Tour operated in:
English
Trip Styles:

One Centre Based

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Tour Overview

One of Campania's most remote corners, the Cilento Coast is all yours to explore from your base, which is close to the archaeological site of Paestum. During your stay you'll discover these famous ruins, said to be the best-preserved Greek temples in the world, and explore the medieval town of Castellabate and lively Salerno. There's plenty of free time woven into your tour, so you can relax and soak up the Italian sunshine. If you want to discover more, you've plenty of opportunities with optional tours to the beautiful Amalfi Coast and Cilento National Park.

Highlights

  • Castellabate & lunch at a winery

  • Dedicated Just You holiday director with you on the trip

  • Your own room guaranteed & no single supplement

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Uk - Naples

Location: Naples, Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Dinner

Today, you will fly to Naples and we'll transfer you to your hotel in Capaccio, which is in a lovely setting. After time to settle in, get to know your travelling companions over a welcome drink before dinner this evening.

Day 2 : Castellabate

Location: Castellabate, Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Cilento Coast is one of Campania's most remote corners. With shimmering waters, secluded coves and inviting towns, it has all the ingredients for a relaxing holiday, where you can mix lazy days in the sun with the chance to experience the Italian culture.

Less well-known than its neighbour, the Amalfi Coast, the whole Cilento area is swamped in history and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After breakfast, we'll start our explorations as we head off on an included excursion to the medieval town of Castellabate. Located high on a hill, from here we'll admire fantastic views across the countryside and out to sea, and enjoy a walk through the arches and passageways of the town centre. Later, enjoy a relaxing lunch at a vineyard. The rest of the day has been left free for you to spend at your leisure. Perhaps enjoy a stroll with your travelling companions or relax at your hotel, which boasts a swimming pool and private beach.

Day 3 : Paestum

Location: Paestum, Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We include a tour of Paestum, the Cilento Coast's most famous historic site, today. Founded in the 7th century BC by the Greeks, it is home to three massive Doric temples - said to be the best-preserved Greek temples in the world. We will learn more about their fascinating history in the company of a Local Guide and visit Paestum's museum. Later, we'll call at a nearby farm for lunch. We'll sample an array of mouthwatering local specialities, including buffalo mozzarella, ricotta cheese and cured hams. To finish, we'll tuck into a home-made dessert and everything will be accompanied by delicious local wine.

Day 4 : Capaccio - At Leisure

Location: Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

On today's optional full-day excursion, we'll enjoy a drive along the stunning Amalfi Coast to the town of Amalfi. If you prefer, you could enjoy time at leisure to relax and soak up the sun. Maybe head to the hotel's private beach, which is accessible via a walkway through the surrounding pinewood forest.

Day 5 : Capaccio - At Leisure

Location: Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today has been left free for you to spend as you wish. You might head off to explore or maybe you'll enjoy the facilities at your hotel.

Alternatively, you could choose to join an optional excursion to Agropoli. Its historic city centre is a fascinating tangle of narrow cobbled streets with ancient churches and a castle with superb views.

Day 6 : Capaccio - At Leisure

Location: Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner

You can spend today at leisure if you wish. However, if you'd like to get out in the great outdoors, we offer an optional excursion which takes us on a scenic drive through Cilento National Park. Along the way we'll see some of the delightful villages that nestle amid the beautiful landscape. We'll also visit Roccadaspide, a charming hill town dominated by a huge stone castle. If we're lucky we'll meet the castle owner, a marquis, who will give us a tour of his home and share its history with us. We may even venture into the dungeon!

Day 7 : Salerno

Location: Salerno, Capaccio

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Le Palme

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We'll visit Salerno, a lively town with an array of historic attractions, today. Here, you can take a stroll along the charming tree-lined promenade or maybe shop for souvenirs to take home. We'll return to the hotel for some free time this afternoon and enjoy a farewell get-together this evening.​

Day 8 : Naples - Uk

Location: Naples

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your holiday comes to an end today as we transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

What's Included

  • Return flights from London

  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own

  • Accommodation

    7 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel

  • Meals

    16 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners including welcome drink & farewell get-together

  • Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide

What's Not Included

Accommodation

    • Hotel Le Palme
    • "Hotel Le Palme is near the Cilento National Park and 1.9 miles from the archaeological area of Paestum. The private beach with parasols, deckchairs, changing cabins and showers, is 150 yards away, across the pine wood.
      There is also a seaside restaurant with bar serving Cilento specialities.
      Le Palme is a family-managed hotel with garden and outdoor swimming pool. It offers air-conditioned rooms with balcony equipped with satellite TV, fridge, bathroom with bath/shower and hairdrier."


Optional Excursions


  • Cilento National Park 

  • Amalfi & Ravello 

  • Elea Velia visit 


Pre-bookable excursions: the above optional excursions can be pre-booked as a package from just £160


Excursions Included


  • Castellabate tour 

  • Paestum visit & Mozzarella tasting 

  • Salerno tour

Check out our Q&As

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Yes

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Yes, Return flights from London

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes, Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    No and your own room is guaranteed!

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l

  • Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

    A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.

  • Will I eat alone?

    We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.

  • Am I guaranteed a room of my own?

    Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.

  • What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?

    Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Patricia Perry  

A thoroughly enjoyable holiday

A thoroughly enjoyable holiday on the Cilento Coas

A thoroughly enjoyable holiday on the Cilento Coast. Excellent hotel with a private beach. Our tour manager was efficient and helpful. The excursions were interesting with knowledgeable guides. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish. I have had several holidays with Just You and can completely recommend them

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  • Low Deposit

    Just You requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 84 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of just you charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

  • Book with Confidence

    When you book your holiday with Just You, you can have complete peace of mind. Your money is 100% protected through our Independent Trust Fund, any money you pay to us is held by them & governed by 3rd?party trustees. It is also a condition of our ATOL license and is regularly monitored by the Civil Aviation Authority. We don’t receive any money until after you’ve come back from your holiday – so your money is 100% protected no matter what. If you have any questions you can speak to one of our friendly and knowledgeable holiday advisors.

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