A friend and I are in the initial planning stages of a 2 week trip to southern Italy and need some guidance. I have just watched Rick's Amalfi Coast show, but since it was filmed in 2006, I am concerned that some of the recommendations may be out of date and would love some current intel. We plan on flying from the States to FCO around the first of September and staying in Rome for 2 nights before heading south.
At the moment we are considering basing in Sorrento for 3 days/nights then moving to Positano for 3 days/nights, and finally to Amalfi for 3 days/nights. We love hiking, but looking at the vertical nature of the towns, we would probably be fine to just walk the streets for entertainment and fitness. Definitely want to spend a day on Capri and visit Paestum, still researching other sights.
Hiring a car and driver for our moves between towns would be our preference over taking the bus. At the end of this segment of our holiday we will be making our way up to Lucca to meet up with another friend for a few days. I imagine we will travel by train from Rome to Sorrento and Amalfi to Lucca.
Any glaring problems with this framework? Recommendations for hotels and dining also appreciated!