Ease into your Italian honeymoon with a gentle morning stroll through Villa Comunale, where sea breezes and shaded paths set a romantic, jet-lag-friendly pace; stop at a café on the promenade for a classic Neapolitan espresso and cornetto. Afterward wander the nearby Lungomare Caracciolo, taking in views of the Bay of Naples and Castel dell'Ovo from a distance before returning to your hotel for a leisurely lunch and check-in to fully settle into the day.
After settling into your hotel, wander through the atmospheric lanes of Spaccanapoli, popping into artisan shops and stopping for a relaxed late-afternoon aperitivo at Piazza Bellini where lively cafés spill onto historic piazzas. Continue with a gentle visit to Duomo di Napoli to admire its frescoes and the Chapel of San Gennaro, then enjoy a laid-back early dinner at a family-run trattoria in the historic centre to ease into Neapolitan life before your evening plans.
For a relaxed first evening, wander to Piazza del Plebiscito to soak in the grand square at twilight, then slip into the elegant arcades of Galleria Umberto I for window-shopping and people-watching over a digestif. Finish with a cozy rooftop dinner overlooking the bay at Palazzo Petrucci Roof Garden (or a similar terrace trattoria), where you can toast your honeymoon with views of the lit-up city and a classic glass of local Falanghina.
Begin your day with a hands-on Neapolitan breakfast at Gran Caffè Gambrinus, savoring sfogliatella and espresso before heading into the heart of the historic centre to explore the frescoed cloisters of Chiostro di Santa Chiara and its serene cloister gardens. From there, stroll to Via dei Tribunali for a guided tasting tour of classic street-food stops-try a piping-hot cuoppo and a slice at a famed pizzeria like Sorbillo-then continue to the scenic viewpoints around Piazza San Domenico Maggiore to watch the city come alive and set the pace for your afternoon discoveries.
Wander the elegant corridors of Galleria Umberto I and then head to the nearby Teatro di San Carlo for a guided backstage tour to soak in opulent opera-house history and craftsmanship. Afterward, stroll down to the waterfront and enjoy a leisurely late-afternoon aperitivo at Borgo Marinari near Castel dell'Ovo, followed by a romantic pizza-making class at a family-run pizzeria in the Borgo where you can learn to toss dough and taste your own Neapolitan creation.
As twilight deepens, wander to Piazzetta Nilo to enjoy the intimate atmosphere and watch locals linger over aperitivi, then follow narrow alleyways toward Via Chiaia for elegant boutique browsing and a stop at a cozy wine bar. Conclude with a candlelit dinner on a terrace at Ristorante Da Dora al Mare near the waterfront, pairing fresh seafood and a bottle of local Greco di Tufo while listening to the distant ferry horns across the bay.
Catch an early Circumvesuviana train or a private transfer to Pompeii Scavi and join a guided walk through lesser-known streets and preserved houses-pause at the atmospheric House of the Faun and the vivid frescoes of the Villa of the Mysteries to feel the city before the crowds arrive. After the archaeological tour, enjoy a short coffee break at Gran Caffè Vesuvio just outside the site, then head to Ercolano Antica for a contrasting, more intimate set of ruins before ascending toward Mount Vesuvius for the afternoon hike.
After your visit to the ruins, transfer to the nearby Boscoreale Antiquarium to see fresco fragments and everyday objects that contextualize Pompeian life, then pause for a light lunch of local mozzarella and focaccia at Pasticceria Sal de Riso in a nearby town. In the early afternoon, join a guided ascent of Mount Vesuvius from the Vesuvius National Park trailhead, stopping at the panoramic terrace above the crater rim to admire sweeping views of the Bay of Naples before descending via the scenic mule track and returning to Naples with time to freshen up for dinner.
After returning to Naples and freshening up, linger over a relaxed dinner in the atmospheric Quartieri Spagnoli, sampling small-plates at a cozy osteria and sharing a bottle of local Falanghina while watching neighbourhood life unfold. Finish with a romantic passeggiata along the moonlit Lungomare Caracciolo extension toward Molo Beverello, where you can enjoy gelato at an artisan stall and toast the day with sweeping night views of Vesuvius across the bay.
After a relaxed Neapolitan breakfast, take a comfortable private transfer or Circumvesuviana train to Sorrento and drop your bags before exploring the cliff-top charms of Villa Comunale di Sorrento for panoramic Bay of Naples vistas. Wander down the picturesque Via San Cesareo to browse artisan shops, then enjoy a lemony mid-morning refreshment-granita al limone-at the beloved Bar Ercolano while planning a laid-back afternoon along the coast.
After dropping your bags and enjoying Villa Comunale di Sorrento in the morning, spend the afternoon wandering the peaceful terraces of Museo Correale di Terranova, where decorative arts and sea-facing gardens set a romantic tone; linger over a light lunch on the museum's terrace with limoncello-infused sorbet. Later, take the scenic cliffside promenade toward Marina Grande for a seaside stroll among fishing boats, followed by a lazy aperitivo at Ristorante Tasso's terrace or a waterfront café watching the sun warm the bay as you ease into Sorrento life.
As twilight falls, take a short taxi up to the panoramic terrace of Bagni della Regina Giovanna to watch the sunset over the rocky cove, then stroll hand-in-hand along the cliffside path toward Punta del Capo for sweeping coastal views. Afterward, enjoy a relaxed seafood dinner at the intimate Ristorante Bagni Delfino in Marina Grande, followed by an after-dinner limoncello at Fauno Bar in Piazza Tasso while soaking up the warm Sorrentine evening ambience.
Set off early from Sorrento along the scenic SS163 and pause at the panoramic overlook near Vietri sul Mare to admire ceramic-tiled rooftops and the coast bathed in morning light; continue to Positano and wander the steep lanes to discover independent boutiques and the pastel-hued stairways. Stop for a seaside breakfast of fresh pastries and espresso at Casa e Bottega (or a café on Spiaggia Grande) and then take a short private boat transfer from Positano harbor to the secluded grottoes and hidden coves below the cliffs for a swim before lunch.
After your private boat swim, continue along the SS163 and stop in Praiano for a leisurely lunch at Il Pirata, perched on the rocks with umbrellas and seafood caught that morning; linger over grilled catch and a shared bottle of local Furore white while watching fishermen bring in their boats. Later, explore the cliffside lanes of Conca dei Marini, visiting the intimate Fiordo di Furore for a dramatic photo opportunity and pausing at Bar Nettuno for a coffee and limoncello gelato before heading on toward Amalfi as the light softens.
As the sun dips, take a gentle drive to Ravello and wander the terraced gardens of Villa Rufolo to catch golden-hour views across the coast, then linger with a pre-dinner aperitivo at the cliffside Belmond Hotel Caruso's terrace bar. For dinner, descend toward Amalfi and enjoy a romantic meal of local scialatielli and freshly caught fish at the family-run Trattoria da Ciccio on the waterfront, finishing your night with a moonlit passeggiata along Piazza del Duomo and gelato from a nearby artisan shop.
Catch an early ferry from Sorrento to Capri and head straight to Marina Grande for a short boat taxi to the island's quieter north side, then take the funicular up to Piazzetta Umberto I to enjoy a leisurely cappuccino while watching the island wake up. Wander through the shaded lanes toward Via Krupp and continue up to Gardens of Augustus for sweeping views of the Faraglioni before descending to Marina Piccola for a light seafood brunch and a swim in the crystal coves - a perfect romantic start after your coastal Sorrento mornings.
After a morning on the southern coves, take a tender from Marina Piccola around the island to the quieter north coast and join a skipper-led boat tour that slips into the luminous Blue Grotto entrance and circles lesser-known sea caves for dramatic photo moments. Later, disembark in Anacapri to ride the chairlift up to Monte Solaro for panoramic views, then wander down to the peaceful Villa San Michele to explore its fragrant gardens and elegant loggias before an early evening limoncello on a shaded terrace.
As dusk settles, take the short bus or taxi down to Marina Grande and board a sunset cruise that hugs the island's dramatic cliffs, slipping past the glowing Faraglioni while sipping prosecco and nibbling on local bocconcini. After returning to shore, enjoy a candlelit dinner at the intimate Ristorante Da Paolino beneath lemon trees, then wander the softly lit lanes toward Piazza Vittoria for a final gelato and a slow, romantic stroll before catching the last boat back to Sorrento.
Wake slowly with a seaside breakfast at Bar Fauno's terrace, then head down to the sheltered pebble beach at Marina Piccola for a morning swim in calm turquoise waters and optional paddleboard rental from a local vendor. Afterwards, wander the artisan lane of Corso Italia to browse handmade leather goods and ceramica shops, pausing for a mid-morning gelato at Gelateria David before returning to your hotel to freshen up for an easy afternoon on the coast.
Spend a leisurely afternoon wandering the fragrant lanes toward Piazza Sant'Antonino to admire the small church and sample artisanal pastries at Pasticceria Monica, then follow a cobbled path down to the charming fishing hamlet of Marina di Puolo for a relaxed seaside lunch of grilled fish and insalata mista at Ristorante O'Puledro. Afterward, rent a small tender or join a local boat from the marina to explore hidden coves along the Sorrentine coast and drop anchor for a snorkel near the rocky cove by Bagni Regina Giovanna before returning to town in time to prepare for sunset.
As twilight falls, wander up to the clifftop terrace at Il Vallone dei Mulini viewpoint to watch golden light spill over the bay, then descend toward Marina Grande for a seafood aperitivo at Ristorante Bagni Delfino while listening to the gentle clink of fishing boats. After dinner, take a moonlit stroll through the fragrant lemon groves of Punta Campanella Reserve's coastal path or join a local evening limoncello tasting at Limonoro, finishing with gelato on Piazza Tasso as Sorrento's warm night air wraps around you.
After your Sorrento mornings, return to Naples and start with a cultured stroll through Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli to admire its world-class Roman mosaics and Pompeian treasures, then wander the nearby Via Toledo shopping arcade for a coffee at Caffè Mexico. Continue uphill to explore the panoramic terraces and defensive works of Castel Sant'Elmo, where sweeping views of the bay and the city's rooftops set a romantic scene before a late-morning Neapolitan pastry at a nearby pasticceria.
After your morning at the Museo Archeologico and Castel Sant'Elmo, take a short taxi to the atmospheric Rione Sanità to wander its frescoed lanes and visit the dramatic Catacombs of San Gennaro, then pause for a leisurely lunch of fried seafood and montanara at the beloved street-food spot Antica Pizzeria da Michele's sister counters nearby. In the late afternoon, explore the art-filled rooms of Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano (home to Caravaggio's portrait) and finish with a romantic aperitivo on the terrace of Museo Pignatelli's garden café, watching Naples' rooftops glow as you ease back into city life.
As dusk falls, wander toward the seaside district of Borgo Orefici to browse tiny artisan jewelry shops before settling in for a seafood-forward aperitivo at Osteria Il Gobbetto where you can sample anchovy crostini and local Falanghina. Continue with a romantic waterfront dinner at Ristorante La Bersagliera in Mergellina, then finish the night with a post-dinner stroll along the moonlit promenade past Villa Pignatelli and a stop for gelato at a nearby artisan gelateria.
Catch an early hydrofoil from Molo Beverello to Ischia and head first to Castello Aragonese, wandering its ancient ramparts and private gardens while taking in sunrise views back toward Vesuvius. After exploring the fortress, descend to Cartaromana Bay for a morning swim in the clear rock pools and a seaside coffee at Da Gianni al Castello, followed by a relaxing soak in the mineral-rich thermal terraces of Negombo Thermal Park to ease into a pampered island day.
If you choose Ischia, spend the afternoon wandering the scented avenues of Ischia Porto before taking a scenic bus up to Lacco Ameno to relax on the volcanic sands at Spiaggia dei Maronti and sip chilled white wine at a seaside chiringuito; follow with a restorative thermal plunge at Terme di Poseidon's cliffside pools for sunset views back toward Vesuvius. Alternatively, for more Amalfi Coast time, drive the coastal road to Atrani for a lazy lunch on Spiaggia di Atrani, then stroll the narrow lanes to discover hand-painted ceramics in a family workshop and finish with coffee and pastries at Pasticceria Pansa's terrace in nearby Amalfi as the light softens over the sea.
If you spend the day on Ischia, wind down with an aperitivo at Corso Vittoria Colonna in Ischia Porto watching fishing boats drift home, then dine on grilled sea bass and caponata at the cliffside Ristorante Il Monastero before a moonlit stroll along Lungomare Aragonese back toward the ferry. If you chose the Amalfi Coast, finish with a sunset ferry to Minori for a relaxed coastal dinner of lemon-infused risotto at Ristorante Torre Paradiso, followed by an after-dinner passeggiata along the softly lit promenade and gelato from Sfogliatella Mary as waves lap the shore.
Start your last morning with a peaceful stroll through Pignasecca Market, sampling fresh cheeses, olives, and a warm sfogliatella from a corner stall while soaking up everyday Neapolitan bustle. Then head uphill to the serene terraces of Capodimonte Park, visit the sunlit grounds of Bosco di Capodimonte for a romantic picnic among pines, and pop into the nearby Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte's sculpture garden for a quiet dose of art before returning to the hotel to prepare for the afternoon.
Wander the elegant rooms and courtyards of Palazzo Reale to glimpse royal apartments and a rooftop terrace view over the bay, then descend to explore the nearby artisanal food stalls of Via San Carlo for last-minute gourmet souvenirs like packed taralli and jars of local anchovy paste. Later, take a relaxed private boat from Molo Luise for a short coastal cruise around the harbour-sip prosecco as you pass Molo Beverello and the waterfront, then return to freshen up for your evening celebration.
As twilight deepens, wander through the atmospheric lanes of Quartieri Spagnoli toward a tasting of artisanal aperitivi at Enoteca Belledonne, where local producers pour small-batch falanghina and aged limoncello alongside marinated olives and provolone del monaco. Follow with a short taxi to the hilltop terrace of Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino) for panoramic sunset views over the bay, then descend to savour a celebratory candlelit dinner at the elegant Palazzo Petrucci Pignasecca-share fresh seafood and a bottle of Greco di Tufo before finishing the night with a slow passeggiata along the moonlit Lungomare Caracciolo and gelato from a nearby artisan stall.
On your final morning, enjoy a calm farewell breakfast at Pasticceria Scaturchio near your hotel for one last sfogliatella and espresso, then take a private transfer or taxi to Aeroporto di Napoli (NAP) allowing leisurely time for check-in and a relaxed security process. If time permits, browse regional specialties and pick up a last bottle of Falanghina or artisanal limoncello at the airport boutique before boarding, savoring a quiet moment together as the Bay of Naples fades into the distance.
Since your flight is in the morning, spend the afternoon before travel packing leisurely and slipping in a last romantic stroll through Villa Comunale to savour the sea air and a final photo together by the bay; pop into Antica Salumeria near the waterfront to pick up packaged taralli and a small jar of locally cured olives as edible souvenirs. Later, enjoy a relaxed late-afternoon aperitivo at Caffè del Mare near Molo Luise, sampling one last glass of Falanghina while watching ferries glide past before returning to your hotel to freshen up and prepare for your evening transfer to Naples Airport.
On your final evening, enjoy a leisurely last-night meal at Ristorante Umberto near the harbour for a comforting plate of shellfish pasta and a bottle of local Greco before an easy return to your accommodation. Afterwards, take a gentle twilight stroll through Via Partenope to soak up final bay views and share a gelato from Gelateria della Scalinatella, then collect your bags and arrange a pre-booked private transfer from Piazza Municipio to Aeroporto di Napoli (NAP) so you can relax and sleep on the short drive to the airport.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Villa Comunale (Naples) | Free |
| Lungomare Caracciolo | Free |
| Castel dell'Ovo (view from promenade) | Free |
| Neapolitan espresso and cornetto (promenade café) | €3 |
| Spaccanapoli (walking) | Free |
| Piazza Bellini aperitivo (per person, drink + small plate) | €10 |
| Duomo di Napoli (Cattedrale di Napoli) - entrance/donation | €3 |
| Piazza del Plebiscito (public square) | Free |
| Galleria Umberto I (window-shopping) | Free |
| Rooftop dinner (Palazzo Petrucci Roof Garden) - per person (dinner + wine) | €70 |
| Gran Caffè Gambrinus (breakfast: sfogliatella + espresso) | €8 |
| Chiostro di Santa Chiara (cloister) - entrance | €6 |
| Guided street-food tasting (Via dei Tribunali) - per person (tour) | €35 |
| Sorbillo (pizza, per person) | €10 |
| Piazza San Domenico Maggiore (viewing) | Free |
| Teatro di San Carlo guided backstage tour - per person | €10 |
| Borgo Marinari aperitivo | €12 |
| Pizza-making class (family pizzeria, Borgo) - per person | €45 |
| Ristorante Da Dora al Mare (dinner, per person estimate) | €45 |
| Circumvesuviana train Naples-Pompeii (one-way) - per person | €3 |
| Pompeii Scavi - official ticket (entrance) | €18 |
| Guided Pompeii tour (small-group) - per person | €35 |
| Gran Caffè Vesuvio (coffee near site) | €3 |
| Ercolano Antica (Herculaneum) - entrance | €13 |
| Transfer to Mount Vesuvius / Vesuvius National Park (shared bus or transfer) | €15 |
| Vesuvius crater hike - entrance fee (park + walking path) | €10 |
| Boscoreale Antiquarium - entrance | €4 |
| Pasticceria Sal de Riso (light lunch/snack) | €12 |
| Dinner in Quartieri Spagnoli (osteria, per person) | €30 |
| Private transfer Naples-Sorrento (per person, one-way, shared couple split) | €30 |
| Circumvesuviana train Naples-Sorrento (one-way) - per person | €3 |
| Villa Comunale di Sorrento (park) | Free |
| Bar Ercolano granita al limone (treat) | €4 |
| Museo Correale di Terranova - entrance | €6 |
| Lunch at Ristorante Tasso / aperitivo (per person) | €20 |
| Bagni della Regina Giovanna (access/path) - typically free | Free |
| Ristorante Bagni Delfino (seafood dinner, per person) | €45 |
| Il Pirata (Praiano lunch per person) | €30 |
| Private boat transfer (Positano short trip) - per person | €40 |
| Fiordo di Furore viewing (Free) | Free |
| Villa Rufolo (Ravello) - entrance | €7 |
| Belmond Hotel Caruso terrace aperitivo (drink) | €20 |
| Trattoria da Ciccio (Amalfi dinner per person) | €35 |
| Ferry Sorrento-Capri (round-trip) - per person | €40 |
| Capri funicular (round-trip) - per person | €3 |
| Gardens of Augustus - entrance | €1.50 |
| Skipper-led boat tour including Blue Grotto attempt (per person) | €45 |
| Monte Solaro chairlift (Anacapri) - round-trip | €12 |
| Villa San Michele (entrance) | €8 |
| Sunset cruise Capri (per person, shared, includes prosecco) | €50 |
| Bar Fauno breakfast (per person) | €8 |
| Marina Piccola beach (access) | Free |
| Paddleboard rental (Marina Piccola) - per person/hour | €15 |
| Gelateria David (gelato) | €3 |
| Pasticceria Monica (pastry) | €4 |
| Ristorante O'Puledro (Marina di Puolo lunch per person) | €30 |
| Boat rental / local boat trip from Sorrento (shared per person) | €35 |
| Il Vallone dei Mulini viewpoint | Free |
| Limonoro limoncello tasting (per person sample flight) | €8 |
| Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli - entrance | €12 |
| Caffè Mexico (coffee) | €3 |
| Castel Sant'Elmo - entrance / lift | €6 |
| Catacombs of San Gennaro - guided visit | €9 |
| Rione Sanità walk (Free) | Free |
| Antica Pizzeria da Michele (meal per person) | €10 |
| Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano - entrance | €8 |
| Museo Pignatelli garden café aperitivo | €12 |
| Osteria Il Gobbetto aperitivo/dinner per person | €25 |
| Ristorante La Bersagliera (Mergellina dinner per person) | €40 |
| Hydrofoil ferry Molo Beverello-Ischia (round-trip) - per person | €30 |
| Castello Aragonese (Ischia) - entrance | €8 |
| Negombo Thermal Park (Ischia) - day pass per person | €35 |
| Terme di Poseidon (entry, evening/short visit) - per person | €30 |
| Spiaggia dei Maronti (beach) | Free |
| Pasticceria Pansa (Amalfi pastry/coffee) | €6 |
| Trattoria Torre Paradiso (Minori dinner per person) | €30 |
| Sfogliatella Mary (Amalfi/Minori pastry) | €3 |
| Pignasecca Market tasting items (per person budget) | €8 |
| Capodimonte Park (entry to grounds) | Free |
| Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte - entrance | €12 |
| Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace) - entrance | €6 |
| Via San Carlo artisanal food souvenirs (per person budget) | €10 |
| Private boat from Molo Luise (short cruise, per person) | €35 |
| Enoteca Belledonne (tasting per person) | €12 |
| Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino) terrace/view - entrance | €6 |
| Palazzo Petrucci Pignasecca (celebratory dinner per person) | €70 |
| Pasticceria Scaturchio (breakfast sfogliatella + espresso) | €6 |
| Private transfer/taxi to Naples Airport (per person) | €30 |
| Airport boutique local wine/limoncello (optional purchase per person) | €15 |
| Ristorante Umberto (harbour dinner per person) | €40 |
| Gelateria della Scalinatella (final gelato) | €3 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | €1516.50 |