Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive in Rome approximately 10 a.m. Drive to Sperlonga and arrive at Marconi's B&B approximately 1 p.m. Group lunch at Tirreno's Restaurant. Afternoon R&R with free time. Evening gathering on our front patio.

Day 2
Breakfast at hotel. Morning adventure exploring Sperlonga's charming beaches, alleyways and shops. Lunch at Tirreno's Restaurant. Afternoon free time. Evening gathering at Aurora Hotel for appetizers and drinks to watch the beautiful sunset.

Day 3
Breakfast at hotel. Morning day trip to Fondi with Castle and Palazzo Caetani tour. Visit local churches and shops. Lunch at Capricci di Mare Restaurant. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 4
Breakfast at hotel. Morning day trip to seaside village of Gaeta with tour of Split Mountain Sanctuary, Golden Chapel, shops, and markets. Lunch in Sperlonga. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 5
Breakfast at hotel. Morning country drive to walk the original Antica Appian Way followed by a winery tour at D'Ausilio Winery with wine tasting and lunch of local fare. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 6 
Depart early to Port of Terracina to take ferry to the Isle of Ponza. Explore shops, sights, church and cemetery. Lunch at La Scogliera. Afternoon free time in Ponza. Return on ferry at 5 p.m. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 7
Breakfast at hotel. Morning day trip to Terracina to visit the Ancient Temple of Jupiter Anxur. Lunch in Sperlonga. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 8
7:00 a.m. departure to Pompeii with private guided tour of ruins and virtual tour. Lunch in Pompeii at Ristorante Vesuvio. Afternoon visit to the Cameo Factory with free time to shop and explore. Late arrival in Sperlonga.

Day 9
Breakfast at hotel. Morning tour of local greenhouses, exploring the culture of Italian farming, with hands-on picking of fruits and vegetables, followed by a visit to the amazing Villa Paola. Lunch in Sperlonga. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 10
Breakfast at hotel. Morning day trip to the medieval hilltop town of Sermoneta exploring local shops, church and charming cobblestone streets. Lunch in Sermoneta. Afternoon guided tour of enchanting Ninfa Gardens. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 11
Breakfast at hotel. Country day trip to peaceful mountaintop villages of Campo di Mele and Lenola. Lunch amidst the olive groves at L'Ambrifano Restaurant. Evening free time in Sperlonga.

Day 12
7:00 a.m. departure to Rome. Morning walk around the Coliseum and Roman Forum. Noontime visit to St. Peter's Basilica followed by lunch at Il Cicciaro. Afternoon free time at Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Late arrival in Sperlonga.

Days 13 and 14
Morning visit to Tiberius Museum and Grotto. Last Day: Morning boat excursion along the beautitul Sperlonga coastline with grotto swimming. Celebration with group dinner at Tirreno's. Group hug!

Buon Viaggio e Arrivederci