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Paris & The Amalfi Coast
Paris · Amalfi · 12 nights
Parisian art and neighbourhood life, followed by the archaeology, islands and cliffside towns of southern Italy.
The Journey
This 13-day journey gives Paris and the Bay of Naples enough time to feel like places rather than a checklist. Four nights in Paris balance major collections with neighbourhood walks and an unscheduled afternoon; the route then continues by air to Naples before moving south to the Amalfi Coast.
In Campania, the sequence follows the geography: Naples and Pompeii first, then Ravello, Amalfi and Positano from one coastal base, with Capri treated as a weather-dependent day on the water. The programme is deliberately paced around timed-entry sites, steep streets and seasonal ferry services, and can be reordered around opening days and sea conditions.
Signature Highlights
- Four well-paced days across central Paris and its neighbourhoods
- Timed Louvre visit planned outside the museum's Tuesday closure
- Naples historic centre and its distinctive food culture
- Pompeii archaeological park with time to understand the ancient city
- Ravello, Amalfi and Positano without changing base each day
- Capri by seasonal ferry when weather and sea conditions permit
Your Experiences
Moments shaped just for you
Paris Museums in Context
Plan timed museum visits around weekly closures and pair them with nearby neighbourhoods rather than crossing the city repeatedly.
Pompeii Archaeological Park
Allow several hours with a route matched to the conditions, focusing on the ancient city's streets, homes and civic spaces.
Amalfi, Ravello and Positano
Explore the coast town by town, using ferries when they operate and road transfers when sea conditions require.
Capri and Anacapri
Spend a full day across the island, with boat-dependent sights treated as optional rather than guaranteed.
Day by day
Your Itinerary
- 01Day 1 · Paris
Arrival and the Seine at Dusk
Arrive in Paris and transfer into the city. Keep the first afternoon light: settle in, walk along the Seine and cross to the Île de la Cité before an early evening near Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
- Arrival transfer
- Seine riverbanks
- Île de la Cité orientation walk
- 02Day 2 · Paris
The Louvre and the Historic Centre
Use a timed Louvre reservation for a focused visit rather than attempting the entire collection. Continue through the Tuileries and arcades of the Palais-Royal, with time in the historic centre later in the day. This day is moved if it falls on Tuesday, when the Louvre is closed.
- Timed Louvre visit
- Tuileries Garden
- Palais-Royal arcades
- 03Day 3 · Paris
Montmartre and Modern Paris
Begin in Montmartre before its busiest hours, walking between Sacré-Cœur, small squares and the sloping streets below the hill. Spend the afternoon in a contrasting part of the city, with galleries, shops or a museum selected around your interests and its weekly opening schedule.
- Montmartre walking route
- Sacré-Cœur exterior and viewpoints
- Flexible museum or gallery afternoon
- 04Day 4 · Paris
Markets, Gardens and an Unhurried Afternoon
Explore a neighbourhood market and the Left Bank, then continue to the Luxembourg Garden. The later afternoon remains open for a return museum visit, shopping, a Seine cruise or simply time at a café; the choice is made around the season and your pace.
- Neighbourhood market
- Left Bank walk
- Luxembourg Garden
- 05Day 5 · Paris → Naples
Paris to Naples
Transfer to the airport for a direct flight to Naples when schedules allow. After arrival, take an orientation walk through the historic centre, including Spaccanapoli and the streets around Santa Chiara, without adding a major ticketed visit to the travel day.
- Flight from Paris to Naples
- Spaccanapoli orientation
- Santa Chiara neighbourhood
- 06Day 6 · Naples
Naples Through Its Streets and Food
Explore Naples on foot, moving between the historic centre, Via dei Tribunali and the monumental heart of the city. A food-focused stop can be included, but the day leaves room for churches, craft streets and everyday neighbourhood life rather than treating the city only as a gateway.
- Naples historic centre
- Via dei Tribunali
- Regional food traditions
- 07Day 7 · Naples → Pompeii → Amalfi Coast
Pompeii and the Road South
Travel to Pompeii for a pre-booked archaeological visit, allowing several hours for streets, houses, baths and public spaces. Continue to the Amalfi Coast later in the day. Comfortable shoes, sun protection and water are important because much of the site is exposed and uneven.
- Pompeii archaeological park
- Timed admission
- Transfer onward to the Amalfi Coast
- 08Day 8 · Amalfi
Amalfi and the Valle delle Ferriere
Spend the morning in Amalfi around the cathedral, old lanes and waterfront. In suitable weather, add a guided walk towards the lower Valle delle Ferriere; otherwise keep the afternoon in town and along the coast. Trail conditions and access are checked close to departure.
- Amalfi historic centre
- Cathedral square
- Optional Valle delle Ferriere walk
- 09Day 9 · Ravello
Ravello Above the Coast
Travel uphill to Ravello for its compact historic centre and celebrated garden viewpoints. Visit Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone according to opening conditions, then return at a relaxed pace with time for the changing coastal views.
- Ravello historic centre
- Villa gardens
- Coastal viewpoints
- 10Day 10 · Positano
Positano by Coast Road or Ferry
Reach Positano by seasonal ferry when the sea is suitable, or by road when boats are not operating. Explore the steep lanes from the waterfront upward, allowing time for viewpoints and local craft shops without trying to combine another distant town on the same day.
- Positano waterfront
- Cliffside lanes
- Seasonal ferry or road transfer
- 11Day 11 · Capri
Capri and Anacapri
Take a morning ferry to Capri if services and sea conditions permit. Divide the day between Capri town and quieter Anacapri, choosing viewpoints and walking routes to suit the weather. Boat trips and the Blue Grotto remain optional because access can be suspended by sea conditions.
- Capri town
- Anacapri
- Weather-dependent island access
- 12Day 12 · Amalfi Coast
A Coastal Walk or a Slower Final Day
Choose between a properly planned section of the Path of the Gods and a slower day in the coastal towns. The trail option requires suitable footwear, comfort with heights and confirmed transport at both ends; it is replaced in heat, rain or poor visibility.
- Optional Path of the Gods section
- Flexible coastal alternative
- Final evening at leisure
- 13Day 13 · Amalfi Coast → Naples
Departure via Naples
Leave the coast with enough time for road conditions and transfer to Naples Airport or the railway station. The departure time is planned conservatively because summer traffic on the coastal road can be slow.
- Pre-arranged departure transfer
- Time allowance for coastal traffic
Inclusions
- Arrival and departure transfers shown in the itinerary
- Paris to Naples flight in the quoted cabin when explicitly confirmed
- Inter-city and coastal transfers described in the final proposal
- Pre-booked admission for the Louvre and Pompeii
- Local guiding and activities specifically listed in the confirmed itinerary
- India-based assistance during the journey
Not included
- International flights to Paris and from Naples unless explicitly quoted
- Visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses
- Meals, admissions and optional activities not listed as included
- Seasonal ferries or boat trips cancelled because of weather or sea conditions
- Gratuities and local city taxes payable directly where applicable
Transfers
- Airport transfers in Paris and Naples as shown in the final itinerary
- Paris to Naples by direct flight when schedules allow; alternatives are confirmed before booking
- Road transfer from Naples via Pompeii to the Amalfi Coast
- Ferries used only when seasonal timetables and sea conditions permit
Visa & Documentation
- France and Italy are within the Schengen Area; travellers must check the visa rules that apply to their passport and residence before booking
- Passport validity and supporting-document requirements must be confirmed against the relevant official consular guidance
- Timed attraction reservations and transport tickets are subject to availability at confirmation
Common Questions
Is this itinerary really 13 days?+
Yes. It is structured as 13 days and 12 nights: four nights in Paris, two in Naples and six on the Amalfi Coast, with departure on day 13.
How do we travel from Paris to Naples?+
A direct flight is the practical default when the timetable suits your dates. The exact airport, baggage allowance and cabin are confirmed in the proposal rather than assumed.
What happens if the Louvre day falls on a Tuesday?+
The Louvre is normally closed on Tuesdays, so the Paris days are reordered around its official calendar and the timed-entry availability for your dates.
How demanding is Pompeii?+
Expect several hours on exposed, uneven ancient streets with limited shade. Supportive footwear, water and sun protection are important, and the route can be shortened for mobility or heat concerns.
Are Amalfi Coast ferries guaranteed?+
No. Routes are seasonal and can be changed or cancelled because of sea and weather conditions. Road transfers are used when ferries are unavailable.
Is the Path of the Gods suitable for everyone?+
No. It includes uneven terrain, steps and exposed viewpoints. It is offered only after discussing fitness, footwear, weather and transport logistics; a slower coastal day is always available.
Can the Blue Grotto be guaranteed on Capri?+
No. Entrance depends on sea level, swell and local operating decisions. Capri remains a worthwhile day without it, and the itinerary prioritises the island rather than a single weather-sensitive attraction.
Can the route be customised?+
Yes. We can change the balance between Paris, Naples and the coast, remove demanding walks, add museum time or extend the journey. Any change is checked against opening days and transfer times.
How many nights on the Amalfi Coast?+
Four nights is a good minimum: a boat day, a Capri day, Ravello and Pompeii. Add nights if you want slow beach days.
Is Capri worth staying on overnight?+
Yes, if you can. Once the day-trippers leave in the late afternoon, the island becomes calm and charming.
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