6‑Day Family Adventure in Naples, Salerno, Ischia & the Amalfi Coast

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration of Naples

Morning: Arrive at Naples International Airport around noon and transfer to your centrally‑located Hotel Palazzo Caracciolo (or a spacious Airbnb with two bedrooms and three separate beds). Check‑in, freshen up, and enjoy a light lunch at Pizzeria Da Michele, famed for its classic Margherita.

Afternoon: Stroll through the historic Spaccanapoli street, admiring the vibrant street life and stopping at Caffè Gran Caffè Gambrinus for a traditional espresso and sfogliatella.

Evening: Dine at Ristorante Palazzo Petrucci for fresh seafood, then take a leisurely walk along the waterfront promenade to soak in the sunset over the Bay of Naples.

Day 2: Herculaneum & Vesuvius

Morning: After breakfast at the hotel, board a train to Herculaneum Archaeological Site. Explore the remarkably preserved ruins, including ancient frescoes and mosaics.

Afternoon: Continue to Mount Vesuvius National Park. Ride the shuttle to the crater rim, enjoy panoramic views of the Bay, and learn about the volcano’s history at the visitor center.

Evening: Return to Naples for dinner at Trattoria da Nennella in the Spanish Quarter, sampling hearty Neapolitan pasta dishes.

Day 3: Cooking Class & Food Tour in Naples

Morning: Participate in a hands‑on Neapolitan cooking class at Cooking Napoli, where the family will learn to make pizza dough, fresh mozzarella, and classic pasta sauces.

Afternoon: Enjoy the fruits of your labor for lunch, then embark on a guided Naples Food Tour visiting a local market, a bakery for babà, and a street vendor for fried seafood.

Evening: Savor dinner at Il Comandante, a rooftop restaurant offering refined Italian cuisine with spectacular city views.

Day 4: Island Escape – Ischia

Morning: Catch a ferry from Naples to Ischia. Check into your seaside accommodation, Hotel La Darsena, and enjoy a relaxed breakfast overlooking the sea.

Afternoon: Soak in the therapeutic waters of the Aragonese Thermal Gardens, then explore the charming Ischia Porto harbor area.

Evening: Dine at Da Ciccio, renowned for fresh fish and local wine, before strolling along the illuminated waterfront.

Day 5: Amalfi Coast Boat Tour & Salerno

Morning: Return to the mainland and board a private boat tour of the Amalfi Coast, cruising past stunning cliffs, hidden coves, and the iconic towns of Positano and Ravello.

Afternoon: Anchor at Positano for a leisurely lunch at Chez Black, then continue to Ravello to visit the beautiful Villa Rufolo gardens.

Evening: Arrive in Salerno for dinner at Ristorante Cicirinella, sampling regional specialties such as scialatielli pasta with seafood.

Day 6: Departure

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at a local café in Salerno, then take a short stroll along the Salerno waterfront for last‑minute photos.

Afternoon: Transfer back to Naples, collect your luggage, and head to the airport for your noon departure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Hotel Palazzo Caracciolo (2 nights) – 2 hrs/day – €150/night total €300
• Hotel La Darsena (1 night) – 2 hrs/day – €180/night total €180
• Herculaneum Archaeological Site – 3 hrs – €13 entrance
• Mount Vesuvius National Park (crater shuttle) – 4 hrs – €12 shuttle + €10 park
• Neapolitan Cooking Class (Cooking Napoli) – 3 hrs – €120 for family
• Naples Food Tour – 3 hrs – €90 for family
• Ferry to Ischia (round‑trip) – 2 hrs – €30 per person €120
• Aragonese Thermal Gardens – 3 hrs – €25 per adult, €15 per child €80
• Private Amalfi Coast Boat Tour – 5 hrs – €500
• Villa Rufolo entrance – 2 hrs – €12
• Meals (average) – 6 days × 3 meals × €25 per person ≈ €1,800

Total Estimated Cost: €3,677

Tips

If you wish to extend your stay, consider adding a full day on Capri for a scenic boat ride and the famous Blue Grotto. To shorten the itinerary, you could skip the Ischia overnight and replace it with a half‑day ferry visit, allowing more time for leisurely exploration of Naples or the Amalfi Coast.