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finest Graeco-Roman sights. In
Pozzuoli
, check out Italy's third-largest Roman amphi-
theatre, ancient market ruins, and the geological freakshow better known as the Solfatara
Crater. Bathe like the Romans in
Lucrino
, see where Roman emperors soaked in
Baia
,
and snoop around ancient Greek ruins in
Cuma
. On day seven, slow down the pace by
catching a ferry across to
Procida
, where you can lose yourself in its stuck-in-time fish-
ing villages, sleepy backstreets and secret beaches. Day nine sees you catching a ferry
across to
Ischia
, the largest island in the Bay of Naples. Give yourself three days to ex-
plore its archaeology, botanical gardens, castle and wineries, and treat yourself at one of
its thermal spas. Refreshed and restored, it's an easy ferry ride back to Naples on day 12.
Two Weeks
A Coastal Affair
Start your sojourn with three days in
Naples
, indulging in its artistic, architectural and
culinary riches. Make time for at least two of the city's impressive museums, explore its
markets and catacombs, swoon over the
Christo velato
(Veiled Christ) sculpture in the
Cappella Sansevero, and catch an aria at the majestic Teatro San Carlo. Spend day four
turning back time at
Pompeii
, before evening cocktails in laid-back
Sorrento
. Spend the
