22 days in Southern Italy Itinerary

Famous for its resemblance to the ancient settlements of Jerusalem and Cappadocia, Matera remains one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world.

Get outdoors at Casa Grotta di Vico Solitario and Lido Playa del Sol. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Church of Santa Maria de Idris and Grotte di Pertosa-Auletta. Take a break from Matera with a short trip to Chiesa Matrice in Rocca Imperiale, about 1h 5 min away. Spend the 22nd (Sun) exploring nature at Ente Parco Nazionale Del Pollino. There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at Museo Laboratorio della Civilta Contadina, explore the ancient world of Cripta del Peccato Originale, don't miss a visit to Casa Noha, and walk around Parco della Murgia Materana.

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Baden-Baden, Germany to Matera is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daily temperatures in Matera can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. On the 24th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Forio.

Step out of the city life by going to Monte Epomeo and West Coast Ischia - Boat Rental. Sant'Angelo (Serrara Fontana) and Basilica Di Santa Maria Di Loreto are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Take a break from Forio with a short trip to Maronti Beach in Ischia, about 38 minutes away.

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Traveling by combination of car and ferry from Matera to Forio takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Matera in April, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Forio, with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) early enough to travel to Capri.

The island of Capri encompasses all the magical allure of the Mediterranean--dramatic blue waters, lush mountainous landscape, and picturesque island villages.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Villa San Michele and Villa Jovis. Explore hidden gems such as Monte Solaro and Via Krupp. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa San Michele, explore the fascinating underground world of White Grotta, explore the striking landscape at I Faraglioni, and trek along Fortini Coastal Walk.

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Ride a ferry from Forio to Capri in 2 hours. In April, daily temperatures in Capri can reach 22°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to ride a ferry to Naples.

Naples is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy after Rome and Milan. Pompeii Archaeological Park and LAES - La Napoli Sotterranea are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Discover out-of-the-way places like Gesu Nuovo Church and Il Sentiero Degli Dei. Get out of town with these interesting Naples side-trips: Convento di Santa Maria a Castro (in Praiano), Vesuvio National Park (in Ottaviano) and Villa dei Misteri (in Pompeii). There's lots more to do: explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimitero delle Fontanelle, examine the collection at Certosa e Museo di San Martino Napoli, take an in-depth tour of Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte, and explore the ancient world of Parco Acheologico di Ercolano.

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You can ride a ferry from Capri to Naples in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 17°C. You'll set off for home on the 10th (Thu).