Post-Industrial Heritage Tour in the Province of Naples - 3-Day Itinerary

Duration: 3 days
Theme: Post-Industrial Tourism
Locations: Bagnoli, San Giovanni a Teduccio, Ercolano, Torre del Greco, Torre Annunziata

Day 1: Bagnoli and the History of Former Industrial Plants

Morning:

• Arrival in Naples and departure to Bagnoli
  • Private bus transfer from central Naples to Bagnoli, a historically industrial district.
  • Guided tour of the former ILVA steelworks and the Napoli Metallurgica factory remnants, with insights into the history of steel production and its impact on the area.
  • Walk through Parco dei Camaldoli, a high viewpoint over Bagnoli, for a look at the industrial landscape.

Lunch:

• Traditional Neapolitan restaurant in Bagnoli, with pizza margherita and fried fish.

Afternoon:

• Excursion to Nisida and Posillipo
  • Continue with a panoramic visit to Nisida Island, famous for its industrial heritage, and then to Posillipo, offering stunning views of the Gulf of Naples.

Accommodation:

• 4-star hotel in Naples (e.g., Hotel Royal Continental).
  • Overnight stay in a double room (approximate price: 80-100€ per person).

Day 2: San Giovanni a Teduccio and the Tanneries of Ercolano

Morning:

• Departure to San Giovanni a Teduccio
  • Visit to the San Giovanni a Teduccio Industrial Park, home to some of the oldest and most fascinating factories. Explore the Factory District, showcasing Neapolitan industrial architecture, including old textile mills and mechanical workshops.
  • Meet with local experts who will explain the area's industrial transformations.

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Lunch:

• Traditional trattoria in San Giovanni a Teduccio, serving pasta and beans or Neapolitan ragù.

Afternoon:

• Excursion to the Tanneries of Ercolano
  • Visit the ancient tanneries of Ercolano, with a guided tour of the abandoned factory buildings that once processed leather and hides.
  • Walk through the Herculaneum Archaeological Park, combining industrial history with ancient Roman heritage.

Accommodation:

• Return to your hotel in Naples for overnight stay (option to stay in 4-star Hotel in Ercolano if preferred).

Day 3: Torre del Greco and Torre Annunziata - Tradition and Industry

Morning:

• Visit to the Marzoli Mills in Torre del Greco
  • Start the day with a visit to the Marzoli Mills, one of the symbols of historical industrial production. Explore the plant, once one of the most modern in Europe, used for milling wheat and producing flour.
  • Visit the Museum of Rural Civilization in Torre del Greco to learn about the intersection of milling industry and rural life.

Lunch:

• Typical restaurant in Torre del Greco, featuring gnocchi alla sorrentina and sfogliatella.

Afternoon:

• Visit to pasta factories in Torre Annunziata
  • Guided tour of a historic pasta factory in Torre Annunziata, known for its artisanal pasta production.
  • Walk through the center of Torre Annunziata and visit the Archaeological Museum

    Return to Naples:

  • Return to Naples in the late afternoon for transfer to the airport or train station.

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    Package Details:

  • Transfers:
    • Daily transfers by private minibus with a tour guide.
  • Accommodation:
    • 4-star hotels in Naples or Ercolano for 2 nights (approximate price per person: 80-100€ per night, double room).
  • Lunches:
    • Traditional meals included in the package.
  • Guided Tours:
    • Expert guides for every location.
  • Price per person (approx.):
    • 850€ per person (including transportation, accommodation, meals, and guided tours).
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