Naples and the Amalfi Coast
Picturesque coastal scenery and lovely villages
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There are few trips which take in such a diverse combination of highlights. From the spectacular Amalfi coast to the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, to the historic centre of Naples and the beautiful island of Capri, this walking trip offers the very best of this captivating region. Wonderful hikes surrounded with olive and lemon trees, breath taking views of the Bay of Naples, lovely villages and the delicious local cuisine are just some of the great experiences you will live coming in this part of Italy.
Highlights:
- Experience the breath taking coastal scenery of the Amalfi
- Mt Vesuvius and the fascinating Roman city of Pompeii
- Enjoy delicious culinary specialties of the region
Highlights:
- Experience the breath taking coastal scenery of the Amalfi
- Mt Vesuvius and the fascinating Roman city of Pompeii
- Enjoy delicious culinary specialties of the region
Day 1: Arrive Naples
Individual arrival in Naples. Check in and overnight stay in Naples.
Day 2: Naples
In the morning train to Pompei and free time to visit this incredible sleeping roman town. Before lunch train back to Naples. In the afternoon, time to discover this amazing city that literally embraces visitors with its fresh local cuisine, the animated and theatrical characteristics of its inhabitants and its lust for life. Overnight stay in Naples.
Day 3: Vesuvio – Amalfi (2 hours hiking, + 200 m – 200 m)
In the morning, private transfer to Mt. Vesuvius and an easy walk will lead you to the crater where you can enjoy a wonderful view across to Naples Bay. On the way to the Amalfi coast, visit of a wine estate with wine tasting and light lunch. Private transfer to Amalfi. Overnight stay in Amalfi.
Day 4: Ravello (5 hours hiking, + 350 m -350 m)
Today hike along the beautiful Ferriere Valley, which is the ancient "Amalfi industrial area", where paper mills and iron-works were situated. You reach Ravello, located at 350 mt above sea level. There is free time to discover this village and an optional visit to "Villa Cimbrone" and "Villa Rufolo". The walk ends in Amalfi after passing through the lovely village of Atrani. Overnight stay in Amalfi .
Day 5: Furore (2 hours hiking, + 50 m -650 m)
Short private transfer to San Lazzaro and hike to Fjord of Furore Fiord. A small crack in the rocks, an ancient gorge that was a hidden place for the bandits in the past, an inlet where the sea can show all its power. Without any doubt, one of the most fascinating geological features on the entire Amalfi Coast. Private transfer back to Amalfi and overnight stay.
Day 6: Positano (5 hours hiking + 200 - 700 m )
In the morning public bus to Agerola. Today we take the trail known as the "walk of the Gods", an ancient terraced mule path linking Agerola to the village of Positano, a small and charming fishing village. In the afternoon, private transfer to Sorrento. Overnight stay in Sorrento.
Day 7: Capri (3 hours hiking, + 300 m – 300 m /walk: 3 h)
In the morning hydrofoil to the island of Capri. Very nice walk to the Matromania caves and the "Terrazza di Tragara" along a lovely path with villas and gardens full of flowers. Great view over the "Faraglioni" and "Monte Solaro". In the afternoon hydrofoil back to Sorrento . Overnight stay in Sorrento.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, private transfer to Naples airport and departure.
Individual arrival in Naples. Check in and overnight stay in Naples.
Day 2: Naples
In the morning train to Pompei and free time to visit this incredible sleeping roman town. Before lunch train back to Naples. In the afternoon, time to discover this amazing city that literally embraces visitors with its fresh local cuisine, the animated and theatrical characteristics of its inhabitants and its lust for life. Overnight stay in Naples.
Day 3: Vesuvio – Amalfi (2 hours hiking, + 200 m – 200 m)
In the morning, private transfer to Mt. Vesuvius and an easy walk will lead you to the crater where you can enjoy a wonderful view across to Naples Bay. On the way to the Amalfi coast, visit of a wine estate with wine tasting and light lunch. Private transfer to Amalfi. Overnight stay in Amalfi.
Day 4: Ravello (5 hours hiking, + 350 m -350 m)
Today hike along the beautiful Ferriere Valley, which is the ancient "Amalfi industrial area", where paper mills and iron-works were situated. You reach Ravello, located at 350 mt above sea level. There is free time to discover this village and an optional visit to "Villa Cimbrone" and "Villa Rufolo". The walk ends in Amalfi after passing through the lovely village of Atrani. Overnight stay in Amalfi .
Day 5: Furore (2 hours hiking, + 50 m -650 m)
Short private transfer to San Lazzaro and hike to Fjord of Furore Fiord. A small crack in the rocks, an ancient gorge that was a hidden place for the bandits in the past, an inlet where the sea can show all its power. Without any doubt, one of the most fascinating geological features on the entire Amalfi Coast. Private transfer back to Amalfi and overnight stay.
Day 6: Positano (5 hours hiking + 200 - 700 m )
In the morning public bus to Agerola. Today we take the trail known as the "walk of the Gods", an ancient terraced mule path linking Agerola to the village of Positano, a small and charming fishing village. In the afternoon, private transfer to Sorrento. Overnight stay in Sorrento.
Day 7: Capri (3 hours hiking, + 300 m – 300 m /walk: 3 h)
In the morning hydrofoil to the island of Capri. Very nice walk to the Matromania caves and the "Terrazza di Tragara" along a lovely path with villas and gardens full of flowers. Great view over the "Faraglioni" and "Monte Solaro". In the afternoon hydrofoil back to Sorrento . Overnight stay in Sorrento.
Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, private transfer to Naples airport and departure.
Accommodation:
- 2 nights in hotel*** in Naples
- 3 nights in hotel*** in Amalfi
- 2 nights in hotel or b&b in Sorrento
Included:
- Accommodation with breakfast included
- All private transfer mentioned in the program.
- Wine tasting with light lunch ( day 3)
- 24 hrs emergency number
- Maps and detailed road book of the walking
Not included:
- Transfer from Naples airport to Naples hotel ( day 2)
- Train to and from Pompei ( day 2)
- Hydrofoil and Public bus in the Amalfi coast
- Dinners
- Beverages and personal items
- Lunches
- Entrance fees at Mt Vesuvio , Pompei , Villa Cimbrone
- Tourist Taxes
- Personal Items
- 2 nights in hotel*** in Naples
- 3 nights in hotel*** in Amalfi
- 2 nights in hotel or b&b in Sorrento
Included:
- Accommodation with breakfast included
- All private transfer mentioned in the program.
- Wine tasting with light lunch ( day 3)
- 24 hrs emergency number
- Maps and detailed road book of the walking
Not included:
- Transfer from Naples airport to Naples hotel ( day 2)
- Train to and from Pompei ( day 2)
- Hydrofoil and Public bus in the Amalfi coast
- Dinners
- Beverages and personal items
- Lunches
- Entrance fees at Mt Vesuvio , Pompei , Villa Cimbrone
- Tourist Taxes
- Personal Items
Trips Note
Destination: Naples and Amalfi coast
Travel Style: Self-guided walking holiday
Interest: Beaches and coastal hiking
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Departures: Apr May Jun Jul Sep Oct
Group size: from 1 person
Airport: Rome, Naples
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