Gourmet Rome, Sorrento, and Capri
October 9, 2027 @ 8:00 am – October 16, 2027 @ 5:00 pm
October 9-16, 2027
Enjoy a small group culinary journey to Rome, Sorrento, and Capri on this grand Southern Italy vacation. Spend three nights in Rome and two nights each in Capri and in the Sorrento area. Explore Italy’s southern charms at a leisurely pace: ancient historic sites, spectacular scenery, and authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Start your foodie adventure in Rome with an included cooking masterclass, where you’ll learn how to prepare an authentic, sumptuous Italian meal—and get to enjoy it with your travel companions. On your way from Rome to Sorrento, visit a family-run wine cellar and indulge in an included lunch with wine tasting. In the laid-back town of Sorrento, take part in a gelato-making experience and tasting in a local gelateria and see how real Italian ice cream is made. Enjoy an excursion to scenic Positano, on the Amalfi coast, and feast on spectacular views of the gulf. Following the natural course of the coastline, the winding road to Positano features dramatic cliffs plunging into the sea, inlets, and bays interspersed with picturesque towns—all with the deep-blue Mediterranean waters as the background. A short ferry ride separates Sorrento from the legendary island of Capri, where you will spend two nights. In the famous Capri “piazzetta” (little square), you may bump into some celebrities! Spend time discovering the island or gazing at the mesmerizing water, and enjoying the Mediterranean climate. You may even be able to steal a chef’s secret “torta caprese” recipe to impress your friends back home. Leaving Capri by ferry, on the quest for the most authentic pizza and legendary espresso coffee, visit Naples and enjoy a pizza lunch before returning to Rome. This affordable Cosmos Gourmet Italy tour offers value-minded travel lovers a unique and unforgettable vacation, along with the opportunity to learn about Mediterranean cuisine.
Only 14 rooms.
What is Included
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (or mini-bus on occasion). Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!
Your Tour Includes:
• A maximum of just 28 guests per departure
• Italian lunch cooking class in Rome
• Lunch with wine tasting en route to the Sorrento coast
• Orientation tour in Sorrento, including a master class in gelato-making
• Excursion to Positano on the Amalfi Coast
• Ferry rides to Capri and Naples
• Exclusive overnight stay in Capri
• Special “pizza” lunch in Naples
Itinerary Below
Arrive to Rome
October 2
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to start exploring this great city. Take advantage of your CosmosGO app to explore on your own before you meet your Tour Director and travel companions in the evening.
Rome
October 3
This morning, don an apron to become an Italian chef for a day. Attend a cooking class and learn how to prepare a sumptuous Italian lunch. Judge the results of your fruitful morning by sitting around a table enjoying this meal with your fellow “master chefs.” Free time in the afternoon to discover the fascinating city of Rome.
Rome Sorrento Coast
October 4
Leave Rome this morning to reach the lively Sorrento coast. On the way, visit a family-run vineyard, set at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, and indulge in an included local lunch of local specialties, complete with wine pairing.
Today’s distance: 165 mi
Sorrento
October 5
Few places in the world match the very special charm of Sorrento. This picturesque resort overlooking the Bay of Naples boasts a lovely climate, beautiful views, trendy shops and boutiques, interesting museums, and a vibrant nightlife, especially during the summertime. This morning, join the walking orientation of the town center, and learn about authentic gelato. There will be a demonstration of how ice cream and sorbet are prepared, and some hints on how to make it at home. You will, of course, have the opportunity to taste some of the many varieties available in a typical family-owned shop. Or add some color to your diet this evening with an optional visit to a local farm where giant lemons, bright red tomatoes, and other fresh produce grown on site are used to prepare your dinner of Sorrentine specialties – made with love as the main ingredient!
Sorrento Coast-Positano- Capri
October 6
This morning, set off to discover the spectacular Amalfi coast, a winding coast with many clifftop villages and unbeatable views. Stop in the popular jet-set destination of Positano, a pastel-hued cascade of chic boutiques and sun-kissed sunbathers. Later, take a short ferry ride to legendary Capri. Enjoy free time to relax and enjoy this spectacular island on your own. Tonight, after the included dinner, you will be served Torta Caprese for dessert. The chef will explain how this special cake is made, and you will be able to “steal” the personal recipe.
Today’s Distance by coach: 19 mi/ 30 km
Capri
October 7
This is another day for you to take advantage of the unique beauty of Capri at leisure or to discover its treasures and traditions. When life gives you lemons, taste Limoncello and other citrus specialties in Capri Town’s piazzetta as part of your optional island boat tour on the clear waters off Capri where massive rock formations (Faraglioni) rise from the sea.
Breakfast
While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour. Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.
Extra Tour ($)From sightseeing by boat and a funicular ride to tastings of the local street food and limoncello, this excursion reveals the very best of the island of Capri!
Duration: 4h 0m
Capri-Naples- Rome
October 8
Say goodbye to Capri and board a ferry to Naples. Naples is the capital of espresso coffee and pizza, among many other delicacies. This morning you’ll have the opportunity to see the main highlights of this lively city in the company of a Local Guide. After the sightseeing tour, indulge in an included authentic Neapolitan pizza lunch at a local pizzeria. Say arrivederci to bustling Naples and drive back to Rome. Enjoy some time sightseeing on your own to discover some hidden treasures of the capital city of Italy, and perhaps some more of its signature gourmet specialties.
Today’s Distance: 165 mi
Breakfast Lunch
While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour. Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.
Rome
October 9,2027
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Accommodations
Rome- American Palace Eur
Hotel American Palace Eur is situated in the southern area of Rome near the EUR business district and is extremely well connected thanks to its vicinity to the subway station Laurentina which make both city center and airports easy to access. All 196 guest rooms have bathrooms en-suite and are furnished in a modern style with carpet or wooden floor. Every room is equipped with minibar, safe, heating, a/c, digital tv, direct line telephone, hairdryer, desk and courtesy set. The hotel offers on-site bar, restaurant and a free 24-hour gym.
Sorrento Coast – Grand Hotel Moon Valley
Providing a tranquil escape while being conveniently located for exploring the region’s highlights, Grand Hotel Moon Valley is surrounded by a large botanic park offering breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples. The hotel features a panoramic sun terrace with large outdoor swimming pool, the perfect spot to relax while sipping a cocktail. All 107 guest rooms are air-conditioned decorated in classical style and equipped with modern amenities such as flat screen TV with international channels, minibar and free Wi-Fi. The restaurant offers mainly Mediterranean specialties with a contemporary twist.
Capri – Hotel Biancamaria
Hotel Biancamaria is located in the old town of Anacapri, just 10 minutes drive from the famous Blue Grotto beach and guests can relax on the terrace or enjoy a drink at the bar. The elegant classic style rooms are all equipped with Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, flat screen TV and private bathroom with shower or bath. Public transportation can be found just 100 meters away from the hotel.
World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
- Costiera Amalfitana
- Historic Centre of Naples
To join this incredible experience, please contact your Straight Away Travel advisor or reach us at [email protected].
