Duration8 days

Overview

Experience the history, culture, spirituality, gastronomy, and natural beauty of Sannio and Campania on this carefully designed 8-day Italy tour. Beginning in Naples, the journey takes you to the historic city of Benevento, where ancient Roman and Lombard heritage meets the traditions of the Sannio region. Explore Benevento with a local guide and discover remarkable landmarks including the Arch of Trajan, Roman Theatre, Benevento Cathedral, and Church of Santa Sofia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the ancient Samnites and their influence on the region while enjoying authentic Sannio cuisine at a local restaurant. Continue to Pietrelcina and Piana Romana, exploring places connected to the life and spiritual journey of Padre Pio. The itinerary then takes you through the picturesque medieval village of Sant’Agata de’ Goti, followed by a regional wine experience featuring Falanghina and Aglianico wines and local specialties. Discover Montesarchio before returning to Benevento.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival in Naples and transfer to Benevento

Upon arrival at Naples airport, a private transfer will take you directly to Benevento. Check-in at the hotel and free time to settle in, stroll through the historic center, and begin enjoying the local atmosphere. Overnight stay in Benevento.

Day 02 Discovering Benevento

After breakfast, meet your local guide to begin a walking tour of Benevento, visiting the main historical monuments: the Arch of Trajan, the Roman Theatre, Benevento Cathedral, and the Church of Santa Sofia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its extraordinary Lombard architecture and frescoes. During the tour, the guide will tell the history of the Samnites, the ancient people who lived in the region before the Roman conquest, explaining their traditions, legends, and cultural influences. The experience includes lunch at a local restaurant, where you will taste the typical specialties of Sannio. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to stroll through the historic streets. Overnight stay in Benevento.

Day 03 Pietrelcina and Piana Romana

After breakfast, depart for Pietrelcina, the birthplace of Padre Pio. On a guided tour, you will visit the sites related to the saint’s childhood and spiritual formation. Lunch is at your leisure. In the afternoon, continue to Piana Romana to further explore the history of Padre Pio. Return to Benevento in the evening. Overnight stay in Benevento.

Day 04 Sant’Agata de’ Goti, Montesarchio, and Wine Tasting

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your local guide and depart for Sant’Agata de’ Goti to visit this medieval village, with its squares, churches, and views over the Caudino Valley. Next, transfer to a local winery for a tasting of Falanghina and Aglianico wines, accompanied by an included lunch featuring typical regional products. In the afternoon, visit Montesarchio, take a stroll through the village, and return to Benevento. Overnight stay in Benevento 5 Senses Lifestyle.

Day 05 Wellness or Outdoor Activities

Breakfast at the hotel. A day dedicated to relaxation or nature experiences: • Telese Thermal Baths, to enjoy thermal waters and wellness treatments; or • Gassano Park, with the option of a canoe ride along the park’s rivers or a horseback excursion, fully immersed in the nature of Sannio. The afternoon and evening are free for strolling or dining in the town. Overnight stay in Benevento.

Day 06 Transfer to Naples and Guided City Tour

After breakfast, transfer to Naples. Meet your local guide for a city tour exploring its history, art, and traditions: the historic center, the Cathedral, Spaccanapoli, Piazza del Plebiscito, and Teatro San Carlo. Afternoon free for strolling and shopping in the city’s characteristic streets. Overnight stay in Naples.

Day 07 Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius

After breakfast, meet your local guide for a half-day visit to the archaeological ruins of Pompeii, exploring its streets, domus, and remnants of Roman life. In the afternoon, transfer to Mount Vesuvius with a guide for a hike to the crater and enjoy spectacular views over the Gulf of Naples and the Campania region. Return to Naples in the evening. Overnight stay in Naples.

Day 08 Departure

After breakfast, a private transfer will take you to Naples airport or train station for your return, concluding a week immersed in the history, culture, and nature of Sannio and Campania.

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