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Lenght: 8/9 hours – Driven guided tour
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Language: English
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Location: Amalfi Coast Positano - Amalfi - Ravello
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Entrance fees: Lunch and entrance fees are not included in the price of the tour
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Tips: At your preference you can visit the museums mentioned in the text
The
Amalfi Coast is one of the most spectacular places in the world, completed in 1850, this 50 km long road soon became famous with travelers from all over for its
breathtaking views, uncontaminated nature and historical heritage. It is named after the charming
town of Amalfi, an old
Maritime Republic, which during the
Middle Agescontrolled the whole coast. In the middle ages, the Ancient Republic of Amalfi excelled in the Mediterranean for the skills of its merchants and sailors, who had formed strong, lucrative commercial relations with Byzantium, Jerusalem, Alexandria, and so forth. There were four Maritime Republics in Italy: Amalfi, Genova, Pisa, and Venice. In remembrance of the Maritime Republics’ old splendor,
each year a historical regatta is held, with parades in period costumes. Amalfi holds the regatta every four years.
This area is very famous for
ceramics. The production of this colorful pottery dates back to the
XV century. The local factories produce series of products that are ideal memories of one’s vacation as well as unique pieces of considerable artistic and economic value.
The first town that we will pass is the
charming Positano, one of the most picturesque and famous towns of the Amalfi Coast. Its vertical urban structure enchants the visitor, who remains impressed by man’s ability to build terraces against the mountain on which homes are supported. On the way to Amalfi, we pass the little village of
Praiano, the amazing
fjord of Furore, an ancient gorge that was a fishermen’s village and
Conca dei Marini.
The town of
Amalfi is rich in history. In the historical centre the
cathedral of Sant’Andrea rises steeply; its construction is a fusion of Arab, Byzantine and Christian elements. This religious complex is now a museum. Amalfi is also famous for hand-made paper.
About 300 meters above sea level is another “jewel” of the Amalfi Coast: Ravello.
Ravello will enchant you with stunning views on the Coast. The little square is dominated by the
Duomo’s Romanesque façade and the bell tower. Inside the church are the remarkable byzantine pulpit and ambo. Ravello is home to the two most stunning examples of
“Garden Museums”:
Villa Rufoloand
Villa Cimbrone. Villa Rufolo is a medieval building, where in 1879
Wagnerstayed, and who, enchanted by its gardens, found the inspiration to compose the last part of
Parsifal.
Villa Cimbrone stands on the edge of the town, approximatly 20 minuts far from the centre of town. Famous for its English and Italian gardens and for the
breathtaking views from the
Infinity Terrace.
PAYMENT /ACCEPTANCE OF BOOKING/ CANCELLATION
The booking will be confirmed by our Company by a prepayment of the 30% of the service 10 days before the tour using Pay Pal for safe and fast payment.
If you cancel the tour 7 days or more before the service you will be completely refund of your prepayment
If you cancel the tour less than 7 days before the services 100% of the prepayment will be charged by the company
For No Show 100% of the prepayment will be charged by the company
The 70% left of the payment has to be paid on the day of your service, please note we do NOT accept credit card payments but we require cash payment in Euros only.
Note: For transaction fees there will be a extra charge on the total rate.
Any cancellation must be made by sending an e-mail.
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SEDAN up to 4 people with English speaking driver
MINIVAN up to 6 peolpe with English speaking driver
MINIVAN up to 8 people with English speaking driver
MINIBUS up to 18 people with driver and English speaking licenced guide
MINIBUS up to 24 people with driver and English speaking licenced guide
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