Sorrento & The Bay Of Naples
About Sorrento
Facing north over the Bay of Naples, Sorrento is situated towards the end of the mountainous Sorrentine peninsula, over the hills from the famous resorts of the Amalfi Coast. In mythology, this area is often identified as the land of the sirens, beautiful maidens of the sea whose song lured mariners to their doom. Sorrento is built on a historic site settled from prehistoric times onwards; there was a Greek town here, and then the Roman town of Sorrentum. A few relics of these times can be seen in the town museum. This was an obvious site to build a settlement; surrounded by low cliffs on one side and ravines on the other, it had a natural ring of defences, as well as access by sea and a fertile hinterland. Nowadays parts of the ravine are filled in – a bridge and town gate were demolished to make way for the modern town’s heart, Piazza Tasso. But even without these physical defences, Sorrento has managed to keep its historic town centre reasonably intact. Although many properties are now converted to tourist businesses, the mellow old buildings still help create the delightful authentic atmosphere which gives Sorrento a big advantage over modern beach resorts.
Sorrento and its sister towns, Sant’Agnello, Piano di Sorrento and Meta di Sorrento now spread all the way along the large plateau that was once primarily agricultural. The towns are all separated from the sea by low cliffs, and there are hardly any beaches – one of the most important things to realise for travellers planning a summer holiday. Sea access is mostly from wooden boardwalks built out over the water, although there are a few scraps of sandy beach along the coast, and enterprising visitors can find attractive coves and pebble beaches around the peninsula.
Tour Prices & Dates
Prices are per person based on double room occupancy Option Of B & B or Half Board Flights Are Not Included We also offer group and corporate rates!
Sorrento and the Bay of Naples 8 days - 7 nights
- Discover the beauty of the city of Partenope Naples
- Tour of the Amalfi Coast and optional boat tour
- Limocello local liquor tasting and demonstration in Sorrento.
- Tour of the isle of Capri and acapri
- Visit Pompei with a local guide
Trip Itinerary
Arrival in Sorrento, transfer to your hotel and free time.
What Our Client Says
“Amazing Tour, great food, sights and awesome guides. We had an amazing tour. Small group, but easily accommodated. The atmosphere was amazing, the weather was perfect, and the sights were beautiful.“
Ali McBeth-Gozo Enthusiast