Italy | Amalfi Coast Walk

Guided Walking, twin centre

This popular walking holiday on the Amalfi Coast is based in two contrasting centres so you can enjoy the very best bits of this beautiful corner of southern Italy. It is exciting walking country with breathtaking scenery at every step.

Ideal for Solo Travellers

This guided walking holiday is perfect for people who want to walk in a small group with like-minded people, and definately suitable for solo travellers. You'll stay in small family-run hotels, with great regional cuisine, and owners who take a genuine interest in their guests.

Trip Details

GROUP SIZE:  6 to 16

Walkers will appreciate the network of wide and well maintained mule paths criss-crossing the region, some of them centuries old dressed stone steps. The paths wander among lemon and olive groves, pines and oaks, valleys and ridges. They are lined with sweet-smelling herbs and bright with freesias, geraniums and honeysuckle. The tracks are never far from the sparkling blue sea and give spectacular views of the near-vertical towns below. We've worked it out so the walks generally start on higher ground and descend to the coast in time for an afternoon dip!

Our guides, Liberata and Ulysse are very enthusiastic about showing off their countryside, as up until now few walkers have passed this way. They'll teach you all about the local flora and folklore and make sure that you taste the best of the region as well in the hand picked trattorie where you stop for lunch.

Our 3-star hotel in Ravello perches above the famous Amalfi coast and affords stunning views from its dining terrace. Just a stone's throw from the celebrated Villa Rufolo and the historic main square, all 10 rooms are air-conditioned with balcony and sea views.

Our recently renovated hotel in the tiny Bay of Marina del Cantone is just 2 minutess walk from the beach. All 28 rooms are air-conditioned with gorgeous sea views, and there is an indoor swimming pool. Here we eat at Pensione della Sirene (the antipasti are unforgettable!) right on the beach.  

Day 1 - Arrive in Ravello

We pick you up at Naples airport and take you to your hotel in the centre of Ravello (90 mins) where you'll stay for the next three nights. Time permitting, we'll visit Villa Cimbrone (Greta Garbo's retreat commanding balcony views over the bay) before dinner.  

Day 2 - Ravello/Minori/Atrani - 10km/6mi/4hr

Walking through vines and terraces of lemon trees we reach the old pilgrim's chapel of San Nicola which commands stunning views over the Amalfi Coast. We then descend to the pastel houses of Minori for a traditional trattoria lunch before walking along the coast to diminutive Atrani. We take the local bus back from here to our hotel.  

Day 3 - Ravello/Pontone/Amalfi - 10km/6mi/3-3.5hrs

Ravello is enchanting: "must sees" include Moorish Villa Rufolo and its semi tropical gardens, and Villa Cimbrone, Greta Garbo's retreat, with balcony views over the bay. After lunch we follow a scenic path down to Ponte dello Ziro watchtower (great coastal views) then descend to Amalfi via the Valley of the Mills. Time to visit one of the old mediaeval paper mills, and the strikingly striped 13C catherdral before returning to Ravello by bus.  

Day 4 - Sentiero degli Dei - 11km/7mi/4hr

Past brigands' treasure caves and terraces of lemon trees, we explore the "Pathway of the Gods", Amalfi's most scenic walk. When the nearly vertical town of Positano comes into sight, we have a bird's eye view of tiny boats, pretty villas, grey volcanic beaches and churches. Lunch in a seafood restaurant perhaps, then on to our second hotel, at Marina del Cantone, by minibus.  

Day 5 - Free day

The most popular option is to take a bus/taxi to Sorrento and pick up the hydrofoil across to Capri. Known as "Pearl of Naples", Capri is arguably the most beautiful island in the Mediterranean. It has over 800 species of flowers and plants, and magnificent grottoes along the coast.  

Day 6 - Pompeii and Annunziata - 11km/7mi/4.5hr

First stop today is Pompeii (1 hour by minibus - transfer provided). To see an entire ancient city come to life is really something quite magical so we've employed a local guide to enhance your visit. After lunch it's on to lovely Annunziata, from where the King of Naples laid seige on the English who were occupying Capri at the time. Its pretty park, where we relax, enjoys balcony views of the island. Time to explore the Aragonese castle before descending to the unspoilt port of Marina della Lobra.  

Day 7 - Punta Campanella - 12km/7mi/4.5hrs

Walking through herb-scented scrubland past trees mis-shapen by the prevailing winds, we reach Sorrento's "Land's End", and the watchtower of Punta Campanella. Breathtaking views across to Capri. The point got its name when in 1558 Saracen pirates, escaping with captured women and gold, stole the bell from the local church, but were unable to set sail until they had thrown it overboard. Every year on St. Valentine's Day the bell is said to rise to the surface and toll once more. In the afternoon we follow a coastal path back to our hotel in time for a limoncello by the sea before dinner.

Day 8 - Return home

WALKING DETAILS

The walking is on mule tracks, dressed stone steps and coastal paths, with fairly long descents to sea level on some days. Vertigo sufferers may have problems with sections of day 4 (arrangements can be made to omit this walk). Walkers with knee problems may have difficulty with days 2 & 3 as there are a number of steps.

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel Ristorante Garden, Ravello (3 star)

Clients on the Amalfi Coast Walk holiday will be staying at the charming 3* Hotel Ristorante Garden. The hotel enjoys a fabulous position in Ravello just a short distance from the town's main piazza but still benefiting from truly stunning views down the Amalfi Coast. All 10 rooms at this hotel have private balcony and sea view. All rooms are ensuite with direct dial telephone, television and air-conditioning.

Hotel Bellavista, Massa Lubrense (3 star)

This hotel is situated in a perfect location only few minutes away from some gorgeous beaches. Hotel Bellavista consists of 30 rooms, which are all en suite with air-conditioning. Each room has a security box, air conditioning, internet access direct line, satellite tv, hairdryer with luxury marble finished bathrooms. Make sure you take time to enjoy the stunning panoramic swimming pool and large solarium area.

Inclusions

• 7 nights accommodation in 3-star hotels
• Continental breakfast daily
• Evening meals
• Transfers

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For more information, availability and pricing and options, please contact our expert travel specialists at Inspired Travel Worldwide on (02) 9449 8598 or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you.

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