Italian Delight - Tropea
Overview
Tropea is a seaside resort with impressive scenery in the region of Calabria, in the south of Italy. This stretch of coastline on the Tyrrhenian Sea is called the Costa degli Dei, the ‘Coast of the Gods’, and it is hugely admired by those in the know as one of Italy’s finest summer holiday destinations. The coastline curves outwards in a large hilly bulge, boasting dramatic cliffs, sunny beaches, and a string of little resorts and campsites. Tropea is the busiest and most attractive of these seaside towns; with a historic centre perched on cliffs above the sea.
Tropea is large enough and interesting enough to serve as a base for a longer holiday, and the local railway line and boat trips allow a certain amount of exploration without the need to drive. Although it is not particularly well-known to English-speaking travellers, Tropea is popular with Italians
Your holiday includes
- International flights
- Airport transfers
- 4 nights hotel accommodation
- 3 breakfasts & 2 evening meals
- Water & wine with evening meal
- Porterage from drop off to/from hotel
- Boat trip to Stromboli
Your holiday extras
- Single supplement if required
- Personal travel insurance
- Local Tourist tax approx £15
- Drinks & some meals
- Optional excursions
- Personal extras
Tropea is a small town on the east coast of Calabria, in southern Italy. It’s known for its clifftop historic center, beaches and prized red onions. Built on a former Byzantine cemetery, the 12th-century cathedral has marble sarcophagi and a painting of the Madonna of Romania, the town’s protector. Nearby is a viewpoint over the hills. The centuries-old Santa Maria dell’Isola Church is on a rock overlooking the sea.
Location & Itinerary
Provisionally Itinerary- some days and timings may need to swap around
Wednesday 14th May 2025
Normally a flight will leave Stansted around 4pm so it allows everyone to travel the same day to get this direct to Lamezia from Stansted. Arriving late at the Hotel, which is approx 45 mins from the airport by transfer.
Thursday 15th May 2025
8.30-9.00am Meet the group for Breakfast included
10.00am Orientation walk with your Host Pam
12.00 noon Free time to explore the shops , Museums , Cathedral followed by some lunch* with one of the many delightful restaurants. Some people may prefer to go to the beach where loungers are available to rent and is only a short walk away or we can arrange a return transfer to one of the nearby beach.
6pm Meet for drinks in the square before dinner
7.30pm Dinner is served at the Hotel which is included
After dinner we can explore the town , its an ideal time to shop as cooler or try one of the many bars for after dinner drinks
Friday 16th May 2025
8.30-9.00am Meet the group for Breakfast Included
Morning at leisure
A boat trip to the Island of Stromboli is included leaving the hotel around 1.30pm
We leave from the Port of Tropea toward Stromboli , where you will have time to visit the old town of San Vicenzo and have dinner *
Back on board we sail towards the Sciara Del Fuoco ( fire slide ) to hopefully watch the dramatic eruptions of Stromboli Volcano
Arriving back at the Port of Tropea at 10pm
Saturday 17th May 2025
8.30-9.00am Meet the group for Breakfast Included
You may prefer to have a beach day or perhaps take the train* to the nearby town of Pizzo or
Optional tours available
Coastal Boat trip* 2-3 hours to see the beautiful coastline and crystal water with an opportunity to snorkel and swim off the boat 45 Euro
Food & Wine tasting Tour* 49 Euro half day afternoon
Quad Bikes* 65 Euro plus passenger free for 1hour or 95 euro for 2hours
Horse Riding* 45 Euro half day afternoon including lunch
Taormina in Sicily* for the day 65 euro
MORE DETAILS WILL FOLLOW ABOUT THESE TOURS NEARER THE TIME
6pm Meet for drinks in the square before dinner
7.30pm Dinner is served at the Hotel which is included
After dinner we can explore the town , its an ideal time to shop as cooler or try one of the many bars for after dinner drinks
Sunday 18th May 2025
Early Breakfast Included. Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
*Not included
Travel & Stay
Hotel Villa Antica Tropea
Set in Tropea’s town centre, this historic villa features a large, charming garden with classic statues, tables and chairs. The air-conditioned rooms come with antique-style décor and free Wi-Fi. Villa Antica Tropea is a 5-minute walk from Tropea Train Station and from Piazza Ercole, the town’s central square. There are many restaurants, shops and bars in the area. Rooms offer satellite TV, minibar and private bathroom with hairdryer. They come with wrought-iron beds, warm colours and wooden furniture.
A continental breakfast is served every morning on Villa Antica's rooftop terrace or in the garden. It includes both sweet and savoury ingredients.
We have a combination of rooms in our allocation including single occupancy, doubles and twins. The twin rooms are actually triples with a double and single bed; if you book one of these rooms its up to you how you decide who sleeps where when you arrive (toss a coin maybe!).
Provisional flight information
14/05/24 Stansted to Lamezia Dep:1620 Arr: 2020
18/05/24 Lamezia to Stansted Dep: 1050 Arr: 1300
included luggage 10kg checked in. Option to increase to 20kg when booking.
NB - currently these are the only flights from the UK to Lamezia so we cannot offer any other airports.
Availability & Pricing
| Accommodation | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Place in a double room (must be for 2) | £36.00 | Available |
| Place in a twin share room | £36.00 | Available |
| Sole Occupancy room | £235.00 | Available |
| Flights | Price | |
| London Stansted | £799.00 | Available |
| Option | Price | |
| Increase Hold luggage to 20kg | £60.00 | Available |
Not enough spaces left for you? Click here to join the waitlist
Passport validity
For UK passport holders your passport must be:
- Issued less than 10 years before the date you enter the country (check the ‘date of issue’)
- valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
You must check your passport meets these requirements before you travel. If your passport was issued before 1 October 2018, extra months may have been added to its expiry date.
ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)
The rules of travel to most European countries have changed. Starting in the first half of 2025 UK citizens are required to have a travel authorisation to enter 30 European countries for a short stay.
ETIAS travel authorisation is an entry requirement for visa-exempt nationals travelling to a number of European countries. It is linked to a traveller’s passport. It is valid for up to three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation.
With a valid ETIAS travel authorisation, you can enter the territory of these European countries as often as you want for short-term stays - normally for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. However, it does not guarantee entry. When you arrive, a border guard will ask to see your passport (and other documents if required) and verify that you meet the entry conditions.
NB - There is no official date for the ETIAS currently confirmed but when it is introduced it will be your responsibility to ensure that you have arranged this. We will update everyone when the ETIAS is required with information on how to apply for this online.
Travel Insurance
Please ensure that you have adequate personal travel insurance to suit your requirements in place before you travel. Spice Escapes have arranged a scheme with Staysure who are fully authorised and regulated by the FCA (firm reference number 663617) full details of which can be found on the FCA website www.fca.org.uk. For an instant online quotation please click here.
A UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) gives you the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the European Union (EU).
UK-issued European Health Insurance Cards (EHICs) are still valid and offer the same cover as GHICs in the EU.
Once your EHIC has expired, you’ll be able to replace it with a GHIC.
NB – A GHIC/EHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance!
The latest FCO travel guidance for Italy
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy
Host & Everything Else
Pam Harte
Gallery
Why Book with Spice Escapes?
Financial Security
40 Years’ Group Travel Expertise
Travel with Friends
1300+ trips, 10000+ smiles