Sitting right on the 'toe' of Italy, a visit to this culturally distinct island is another of Rick Steves' best-selling tours. The 11-day itinerary starts at $3,195 and initially takes in the ...

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Learn why Rick Steves says most tourists in Italy don't need special rail tickets. ... There are Eurail Flexi Passes available for three, four, five, six, and eight days in a month, ...

At only 3.8 square miles, Rick Steves suggests that visiting the island on a day trip from nearby Sorrento should suffice. You can also take a ferry from Naples or Salerno.

Steves advises getting out of town by 10 a.m. to avoid the day-tripping crowds, and to spend the next seven hours or so away at the beach or perhaps hiking a less-traveled trail.

From osteria to trattoria and beyond, there are many types of eateries in Italy. However, this is the one that Rick Steves recommends for budget and flavor.