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Naples' rooftops and harbour spread beneath Mount Vesuvius, its peak wreathed in cloud.

Naples by train

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Discover Naples

Naples, a city of energy and history, lies near the iconic Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with baroque churches, vibrant markets, and narrow alleyways. The National Archaeological Museum houses artifacts from Pompeii, and the city is known as the birthplace of pizza. Naples’ gritty charm, deep cultural roots, and lively spirit make it an authentic Italian experience with a flavour all its own.

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Short break to Naples

A short jaunt to Naples ticks all the boxes for the perfect city break by train.
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Multi-stop adventure through Naples

Travel through Italy on a multi-stop adventure to Naples, complete with scenic trains, locally-owned stays, and places that reveal the wonder of journeying overland.
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The Amalfi Coast and Florence

Pair Florence with the Amalfi Coast, where citrus groves and umbrella pines rise above cliffside seafood bars and aperitifs.
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Italy & Sicily's Roman ruins

Get under the skin of Italy’s Roman ruins as you head through Rome, Naples and across the Strait to Sicily by sleeper.
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Italy's foodie hotspots

Because food is culture: explore slow food in Turin, pizza in Naples and Bologna’s sauces, linking Italy’s great kitchens by rail.
/ 12 nights
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Activities and neighbourhoods in Naples

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  • Castel Nuovo

    Wander the gravel paths of Naples’ Castel Nuovo, a medieval and Renaissance marvel. Admire the intricate painted ceiling of the magnificent Baron’s Hall in the courtyard, an architectural treasure.

  • Centro Storico

    Wander through the cool, narrow streets of the Centro Storico and pop into historic churches and galleries along the way.

  • Archaeological Museum

    Naples’ Archaeological Museum, one of the world’s largest, displays Greek and Roman wonders, including mosaics, frescoes, and statues unearthed from Pompeii and Herculaneum.

  • Isle of Procida

    Take a day trip by ferry to the dazzling island of Procida – you’ll arrive into the bay by boat to a breathtaking view of colourful houses, arguably one of Italy’s finest sights.

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