Southern Italy

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Southern Italy, known locally as the Mezzogiorno, encompasses regions including Campania, Puglia, Calabria, Basilicata, and Sicily, stretching from the Amalfi Coast to the tip of the Italian peninsula. The area is celebrated for its ancient Greek and Roman ruins, dramatic coastlines, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Pompeii, Matera's cave dwellings, and the Amalfi Coast. Travellers flock here for the slower pace of life, exceptional cuisine — including Neapolitan pizza, fresh seafood, and local wines — as well as hiking, coastal swimming, and exploring hilltop villages. Its combination of deep history, sun-drenched landscapes, and authentic culture makes it a compelling destination for both independent explorers and group travellers.

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Southern Italy · 8 days

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Enchanting Southern Italy: Self-Launched Edition

Ditch the guided group and explore the sun-drenched south of Italy on your own terms — same iconic stops, same authentic experiences, a fraction of the price. From the chaotic beauty of Naples to the clifftop villages of the Amalfi Coast, ancient Pompeii, the island of Capri, and the baroque grandeur of Caserta, this self-launched itinerary covers it all. You'll book local buses and ferries instead of private coaches, find boutique guesthouses and B&Bs dripping with Italian charm, and self-book cooking classes, wine tastings and guided site tours via GetYourGuide. All costs are approximate estimates per person.

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