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The Amalfi Coast, as seen from Ravello, Italy - Photo by Jesse Andrews View overlooking the Amalfi Coast, from the town of Ravello - Photo by Jesse Andrews Gardens at Ravello, Italy - photo by Jesse Andrews The Gardens at Ravello - Photo by Jesse Andrews Island of Capri, Bay of Naples, Italy - Photo by Jesse Andrews

Small Group · Sorrento

Walking the "Coast of Kings" on Italy's Amalfi Coast

6 Days Campania

The Overview

Overview

Since mythological times, when ancient Greek mariners, who were said to have been drawn to this coastal paradise by the enchantment of Sirens, visitors have been allured by an incomparable stimulating beauty. In the 1950's the region received international acclaim as Hollywood stars were drawn to places like Amalfi, Positano and the Isle of Capri. Walk past the gardens that inspired novelist & artist; then along the trails, which were once lifelines between villages and monasteries.

The walking is colorful and abounds in wild flowers of rock roses, orchids, broom, poppies and honeysuckle and the remnants of its Greek, Roman and maritime past serve as engaging stops along our chosen trails. This walking tour has been designed for travelers of all ages and fitness levels. You are able to choose from daily easy to moderate hikes or longer challenging jaunts, then regroup so that everyone can enjoy this same tour regardless of your preferred walking pace & distance.

Duration

6 days

5 nights

Starting From

EUR 2,800

Per person for two travelers

Tailored to your departure and group.

Discover what drew the Hollywood stars of the 50's to places like Amalfi, Positano and the Isle of Capri. Walk past the gardens that inspired novelist & artist; then along the trails, which were once lifelines between villages and monasteries.

Regions
Campania
Tour Style
Small Group
Departs From
Sorrento
Meeting Point
Sorrento
Included Meals
Daily breakfast · 6 lunches · 6 dinners
Day by day

Itinerary

Follow the route as you read. The map traces each day of the journey, moving with you from place to place.

Campania

Chapter 1 · Days 1–6

Welcome to Campania

The region of Campania on the south-west coast of Italy is home to one of the world's most famous and most beautiful coastlines - the Amalfi Coast. This spectacular area draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year to enjoy the mildness of the climate, the exotic vegetation of palms, lemon and orange trees and the remarkable sandstone cliffs which…

Explore Campania
Day 1

Campania, Sorrento

Sorrento & Roman Villa

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Sorrento & Roman Villa — photo 1 Sorrento & Roman Villa — photo 2 Sorrento & Roman Villa — photo 3 Sorrento & Roman Villa — photo 4 Sorrento & Roman Villa — photo 5

After meeting at the train station in Sorrento, we transfer to our centrally located hotel, which allows for easy access to wonderful coastal walks as well as easy access to a charming and lively medieval town. The quiet landscape of open coastal pathways, tufa crags & cliffs, terraced vineyards, citrus orchards and olive groves are enjoyed on our first walk to the nearby fishing villages and the sight of an impressive ancient coastal Roman villa. Enjoy this very easy walk that follows paved, cobblestone and earthen pathways along farm tracks of olive trees and vineyards. Splendid views of the Isle of Capri along this coastal headland are featured as we return with plenty of time to enjoy the active picturesque port town of Sorrento--a mixture of lush gardens and Moorish architecture within the medieval town center offers us the ideal setting from which to explore before enjoying an aperitif and a wonderful welcome dinner.

Where we meet Sorrento
Day 2

Campania, Sorrento Campania, Capri

Isle of Capri

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Isle of Capri — photo 1 Isle of Capri — photo 2 Isle of Capri — photo 3 Isle of Capri — photo 4 Isle of Capri — photo 5

The Isle of Capri, once named the "City of Sweet Idleness" by the Emperor Augustus, is a "must see" for anyone visiting the Bay of Napoli. Enjoy a bellavista during our walks, which embrace the many colors of the flower gardens, sea grottoes and vegetation of this wondrous island. CapriWe arrive early enough to beat the crowds, so you may want to visit the islands main tourist town where many quaint shops line the colorful streets to the impressive Roman ruins of the Villa Jovis. After lunch walk along the coastal pine forested path that takes in an idyllic view of the entire peninsula. A large sea cave & the often-photographed "Arco Naturale" highlight our walk along the clear blue green waters crashing into the white cliffs. We walk past the magnificent villas along a coastal path in the southwest and quieter part of the island. This leads to a spectacular viewpoint looking past the towering cliffs of the Faraglione Islands. Then we loop back into Capri town is complete we sidetrack for a visit with enough time to either visit the Augustus Gardens and the 16th century abbey La Certosa di San Giacomo or or bus down to the famous "Blue Grotto". Here you'll enjoy one last fantastic view of the peninsula before returning to board our boat back.We loop back to Capri town

Day 3

Campania, Sorrento

Isolated Coastal Villages

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Isolated Coastal Villages — photo 1 Isolated Coastal Villages — photo 2 Isolated Coastal Villages — photo 3 Isolated Coastal Villages — photo 4 Isolated Coastal Villages — photo 5

Sorrento sits 230' above the sea on a broad shelf then rises quickly to an elevation of 1300' at the village of S'Agata which will be our day's destination. We begin our walk from the far end of this peninsula and follow an obscure trail that passes through several tiny hamlets that trace the rugged coast while continually taking in the splendid isolated views. Several new angles of Mt Vesuvius and the Isle of Capri soon lead us to the ancient convent "Il Deserto" just in time for lunch. This walk follows a path along terraced gardens, woods and a coastal route that skirts the tiny fishing villages feature stilted houses and remote 16th century towers built as defense against the Ottoman Empire. This entire part of the peninsula remains today much as it has throughout time. After our walk we transfer to the most picturesque town of the entire coast, Positano. I still remember the first time I saw the whitewashed houses spilling down from the mountain into the sea. For me, Positano truly epitomizes the beauty of this coast. This exclusive village is home for the next 3 nights.

Day 4

Campania, Sorrento

"Walk of the Gods"

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
"Walk of the Gods" — photo 1 "Walk of the Gods" — photo 2 "Walk of the Gods" — photo 3 "Walk of the Gods" — photo 4 "Walk of the Gods" — photo 5

As difficult as it is to pull oneself away from magical Positano we are lured away by the idea of walking along a trail whose name demands that we leave. The "walk of the gods" has to be one of the finest walks in the world. Starting from a lofty town high above Amalfi we soon realize no other name for this walk would suffice. We traverse along a truly spectacular wild mountainside that encounters a stunning array of wildflowers, Italian cypress groves and continual open vast views of the coastline. After a picnic lunch high above the sea our trail continues to enjoy the solitude and scenic beauty that you're sure to talk about long after the trip ends. We begin our descent back into Positano from a natural gateway where an enormous hole pierces through large crag and gradually descends back to our hotel. The walk is mostly flat, always earthen and most definitely lives up to all the hype its name demands. On our return to Positano you'll have plenty of time to explore the town's cultural offerings, take a swim, or simply find a nice beachside cafe for a glass of wine before meeting later for dinner.

Day 5

Campania, Sorrento

"Valley of the Mills"

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
"Valley of the Mills" — photo 1 "Valley of the Mills" — photo 2 "Valley of the Mills" — photo 3 "Valley of the Mills" — photo 4 "Valley of the Mills" — photo 5

The previous day's walk is a tough act to follow, but the "Valley of the Mills" lives up to the task. Amalfi's paper making industry was as renowned as its maritime past. It had for centuries relied on torrential rains that ran down the mountainside and into the valley behind it in order to supply the power and water for fourteen lucrative paper mills. Today only two mills still operate. We pass several of these abandoned mills during our walk and then visit the paper museum for a very informative tour at the end of our walk. Our day starts from the renowned town of Ravello where we take time to visit the Villa Cimbrone and its immense gardens whose balconies offer incomparable coastal views. If time allows we also visit the Villa Rufolo then walk from Ravello to a tiny nearby village that serves as our trailhead into the secluded "Valley of the Mills". Enjoy an easy gradual descent along the earthen path of a declared nature reserve. The trail leads far back into a wooded valley filled with wild flowers, waterfalls and streams that are vital to Amalfi even today. Upon completion of our walk and guided tour we'll have ample time to shop, visit the spectacular Duomo, and stroll the incomparable town of Amalfi. We then return to Positano for one last evening here and a grand farewell dinner.

Day 6

Campania, Sorrento

Time to Say Arrivaderci!

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Time to Say Arrivaderci! — photo 1 Time to Say Arrivaderci! — photo 2 Time to Say Arrivaderci! — photo 3 Time to Say Arrivaderci! — photo 4 Time to Say Arrivaderci! — photo 5

Today our services will conclude in Sorrento.

We can assist you with all of your other travel arrangements in Italy, so please do not hesitate to let us know if you have any questions. We have a few very good ideas for you in Italy and elsewhere in Europe!

The details

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • 5 nights 4-star hotels w/ bkfst and easy coastal & town access
  • All full course dinners except one
  • Visit Isle Capri and the Blue Grotto
  • Entrance to ancient Rome's Villa Jovis & Villa di Pollio
  • Visit of paper museum and mill
  • Water bottles to keep & walking poles to use during hikes
  • Snacks and water during hikes, Route note and maps
  • All tour transfers including meet/depart, van support and luggage transfer
  • Multi-lingual guide(s)
  • All entrance fees mentioned in itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Beverages
  • Trip insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal items
  • Guide tips
In their words

Traveler Reviews

Emily and David Davison Travelled with us

My husband and I just took a two week trip to Italy that was planned for us by Eleanor Kinchin-Smith. It was a fantastic trip and we could not have been more thrilled. We worked together with Ele to let her know about our interests and our style of travel. She planned the perfect trip with excellent private guides at all of our sites, professional drivers and lovely hotels. We arrived in Italy with all of our train and ferry reservations made by Ele, with tickets in hand. She was in touch with us daily throughout our trip to make sure that things were going smoothly. She was able to make a few changes to our itinerary as needed. We look forward to working with Ele again on our next trip and have put her in touch with another family member to help plan their trip as well.

Ron and Deb Crosby Travelled with us

Dear Guiseppe and Jesse,

We just returned from our most wonderful vacation to Italy and wanted to first thank you for putting together such a wonderful trip, and second to provide some feedback for the future.

Hotels

1. Hotel Sovestro in San Gimignano was wonderful. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made the first portion of our journey very stress free. They made us feel like we were part of their family. I would recommend it to anyone and would specifically ask for it if we were to make a return visit.

2. Hotel La Baia in Monterosso was nice and it's location was very good especially for us older folks humping luggage from/to the train station.

3. Hotel Lucchesi in Florence- what can I say expect FANTASTIC. The rooftop view at sunset is well worth it. Again very friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend it to everyone.

Wine Tour

Money well spent. We had a great time overall. The driver Mario was OUTSTANDING. He had lots of local knowledge as well as about winemaking. USE HIM AGAIN!!!

The various wineries we visited on tour:

Altesino- fantastic and they were not cheap on their pouring. Great experience.

Azienda Agricola Patrizia Cencion Sloaria- Again a great tour by one of the owner's daughters. We felt like we were the only thing on their mind although there were other customers there. A great way to complete the day.

Again we had a fantastic time and are very appreciative of everything you booked for us. We wish you continued success and if our travels should bring us back to Italy, we know who to call.

Leon and Michele Travelled with us

The trip was great we appreciate all the hard work you and your team invested to make our experience a once in a lifetime trip. We appreciate all the attention to the details in particular Giuseppe spending the time and the focus with us on the road and as we were exploring your great country.

Bob & Sandy Travelled with us

Jesse & Giuseppe,

Sandy and I have been looking through my slides of our trip to Southern Italy. We had such a good time with you and Giuseppe that we wanted to let you know again. You were the best guides ever.

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Sorrento

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a private tour, or will we join a group?

Private. You travel with your own guide and driver, and the only people on the itinerary are the ones you bring with you. Nothing is shared with strangers, and the pace of each day is yours to set.

Can the itinerary be changed to suit us?

Yes. What you see here is a starting point, not a fixed departure. Tell us how long you have, what you love and what you would rather skip, and we will reshape it around you. A slower morning, an extra night somewhere you fell for, a different region entirely.

How do we start planning?

Send us a note using the form on this page, or call us on 1-866-779-2565. A travel specialist replies within one business day, usually with a few questions of their own. There is no cost and no obligation in asking.

When should we book?

The earlier the better, particularly for travel between May and September, when the best small hotels and the guides worth having are taken first. That said, we have put together beautiful trips at short notice, so ask and we will tell you honestly what is still possible for your dates.

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