Geography tour to Bay of Naples by air: 4 days, 3 nights

From magnificent Vesuvius to the beautiful Amalfi coast, the Bay of Naples’ varied and stunning landscape is a geographer’s dream. This tour will certainly enthuse your young geographers, along with providing them with life-long memories.

Suggested itinerary

Day one
Fly from the UK to Naples
Transfer to your accommodation with a stop at Naples Archaeological Museum
Arrive at accommodation

Day two
Pompeii
Positano

Day three
Capri

Day four
Depart accommodation
Transfer to airport with a stop at Vesuvius
Fly back to the UK

Excursion Locator Map

Excursion Ideas

  • Vesuvius

    Subject range: Cultural, Geography

    What you’ll experience: Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD79 killing thousands of people in the Roman cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Stabiae. A hike up Mount Vesuvius will show you views into the crater, and on a clear day. Spectacular views out to the Bay of Naples.
    Select says: For pre-tour/post-tour try an eyewitness account – see the letters of Pliny the Younger to the Historian Tacitus, where he describes the eruption and the death of his uncle, Pliny the Elder while trying to rescue survivors of the early stages of the eruption. Available here.

  • Pompeii

    Subject range: Geography

    What you’ll experience: Pompeii is one of the most significant proofs of Roman civilization. The thick layer of volcanic material which submerged it, made up to a large extent of ash and lapilli – non-hard material, unlike that which covered Herculaneum and which solidified into extremely hard stone -has meant that the city has remained intact, not just buildings but also the contents of houses and shops which provide an absolutely fascinating picture of ‘daily’ life.
    Select says: The site has minimal shade, so it’s important for students to bring sunscreen, a hat and water.

  • Naples National Archaeological Museum

    Subject range: Geography

    What you’ll experience: What you’ll see: The most important archaeological museum in Italy, containing many interesting finds from Pompeii, Stabiae and Herculaneum, doomed cities after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD. There are incredibly well preserved pieces of art such as the mosaics, frescoes and sculptures from the sites, but you will also be able to see some amazing ancient Egyptian and Greek artefacts.
    Select says: In about 1543 when Pompeii was first discovered, it began to be heavily looted. The Pope arranged for items to be removed and today many of these items are on display here.

  • Capri

    Subject range: Cultural, Geography

    What you’ll experience: Capri is an island with great natural beauty, located in the Tyrrhenian Sea. A boat trip around Capri will allow a close up view of the cliffs, caves and fissures of the coastline or it is possible to take a minibus tour of the island which will take you from Capri town to Anacapri.
    Select says: A visit by boat to the Blue Grotto sea cave is also possible – there, sunlight passes through an underwater cavity and shines through the water creating a stunning illuminating blue reflection.

Geography trip to Bay of Naples by air: 4 days, 3 nights Accommodation

Klein Wien

Our rating:

Location: Piano Di Sorrento

Capacity: 40

Located in Piano Di Sorrento and offering great views of the bay.

Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities.

Facilities: Restaurant, lounge area with TV, free Wi-Fi, 24 hour reception.

Hotel Tourist

Our rating:

Location: Sorrento

Capacity: 100

Conveniently located in the heart of Sorrento, a 15 minute walk to the port.

Rooms: All rooms have en-suite facilities.

Facilities: Restaurant, 24 hour reception, swimming pool.