Excursion Ravello & amalfi tour at Amalfi

Be enchanted with Ravello, perched above Amalfi on a 350-foot-high cliff, it's famous for the views and vibrant gardens. The town was once part of the Republic of Amalfi; now it is a peaceful historic village popular with tourists. Visit the famous Cathedral of St. Andrew in Amalfi, sitting atop a grand staircase in the center of town, the Cathedral is one of Campania's architectural highlights.

Meet your guide directly at the pier and board your coach to travel up the promontory to the small village of Ravello.

Ravello

On a cliff 350-foot-high, overlooking the Gulf of Naples, discover Ravello. Begin your visit at Villa Rufolo, a palatial Moorish-style estate that was originally built in the 1270 for the Rufolo family, and the garden that inspired German composer Richard Wagner to write the second act of his final opera, Parsifal.

Following your visit to the villa, enjoy some free time to explore this lovely village and visit the ornate Cathedral, founded in 1086, which contains two medieval pulpits, Roman sarcophagi and paintings by southern Renaissance artist Andrea da Salerno.

Amalfi

Board your coach and return to Amalfi, where upon arrival your guide will escort you on a walking tour of the heart of Amalfi, including a visit to the Cathedral and its cloister before returning to the ship.

Please Note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking. Guests must be able to walk approximately 0.5 miles (80 metres) for approximately 1 hour over various surfaces of cobblestone streets with 100+ steps and steep inclines. Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are recommended. To visit the Cathedral and Cloister in Amalfi, conservative attire with no exposed shoulders or knees is recommended. Short pants, tank tops and revealing clothing are not acceptable. Dense traffic congestion may affect the duration of the excursion. Tour order may vary.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Amalfi Coast, Amalfi Drive, Ravello, Villa Rufolo, Amalfi Cathedral