Italy Sorrento Peninsula & Amalfi Coast Hiking Tour
Spectacular Seaside Trails from Naples to Capri, Positano & Ravello
The Italian region of Sorrento and the Amalfi coast is often called Campania Felix, 'the fortunate land'. With mountains plunging into the sea and tiny colorful towns brimming with life in their embrace, there's a spectacular sight at every turn on this movie-star coastline. Discover picture-perfect villages and take in the heady scents and colors of pure Mediterranean nature. Delight in stunning views from the top of Mount Faito, with Vesuvius in the distance! Explore the wondrous island of Capri and the remarkable archeological site of Paestum, an ancient Greek town. Starting and ending in Naples, this nine-day journey features stays in two perfectly located hotels, making it easy to unwind in comfort.
The Italian region of Sorrento and the Amalfi coast is often called Campania Felix, 'the fortunate land'. With mountains plunging into the sea and tiny colorful towns brimming with life in their embrace, there's a spectacular sight at every turn on this movie-star coastline. Discover picture-perfect villages and take in the heady scents and colors of pure Mediterranean nature. Delight in stunning views from the top of Mount Faito, with Vesuvius in the distance! Explore the wondrous island of Capri and the remarkable archeological site of Paestum, an ancient Greek town. Starting and ending in Naples, this nine-day journey features stays in two perfectly located hotels, making it easy to unwind in comfort.
Take in dazzling Mediterranean views while hiking the Amalfi Coast's otherworldly Path of the Gods and Path of Lemons
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Visit the region's iconic highlights, including the ancient coastal cliff towns of Amalfi, Ravello, Sorrento and Positano
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Explore the beautiful island of Capri and marvel at its stunning stacks and resplendent villas
Welcome to Italy! Your MT Sobek guide will meet you and the group at Naples airport for a 45-minute transfer to the hotel. Stop along the way to savor your first slice of Neapolitan pizza in the city from which it originates. Upon arrival at the colorful seaside town of Vico Equense, settle into your comfortable hotel. Refresh, then meet up for a welcome orientation and your first Italian dinner together with the group.
Accommodation: Hotel Torre Barbara
Transportation: 45-minute airport transfer
Meals: Dinner
Marvel at Ieranto Bay
Day 2
Today, hike around the magnificent Bay of Ieranto on the farthest point of the Sorrentine peninsula. Pliny the Elder believed that this majestic turquoise cove was where Ulysses met the sirens on his way home to Ithaca. Start your hike in the little village of Nerano and down a path lined with fragrant Mediterranean bushes descend to the Baia (Bay). Marvel at crystal-clear waters, take in fantastic views of Capri and the massive Faraglioni stacks, then return the same way to enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Torre Barbara
Activity: 2-3 hours/4 miles of moderate hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Admire the Gulf of Naples from Mount Faito
Day 3
Take the cable car from Castellamare di Stabia on the coast and whoosh to the top of Mount Faito, a 4,500-foot peak in the Lattari Mountains. Your 5-mile loop hike comes replete with spectacular vistas of the Sorrentine Peninsula, the island of Capri and the Gulf of Naples, with Mount Vesuvius in the distance! Visit the Monastery of San Michele, the warrior angel who inspired the saints Catello and Antonino to build this sacred place in a beautiful beech forest. Enjoy a scoop of gelato in Castellamare before hopping on the Vesuviano train back to Vico Equense.
Accommodation: Hotel Torre Barbara
Activity: 3-4 hours/5 miles of moderate hiking
Transportation: 20-minute train transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Discover Capri & Sip Aperitifs in Sorrento
Day 4
Enjoy a boat ride to the stunning island of Capri, with its steep cliffs rising from the sea. Walk to the imperial Villa Jovis, built by the Roman Emperor Tiberius at the eastern extreme of the island. Delight in a lunch of Italian specialties. Later, from Tragara Belvedere viewpoint, soak up the panoramic beauty of the island from the bay of Marina Piccola and its pristine beach to the famous Faraglioni sea stacks. Walk along the Pizzolungo trail and marvel at beautiful villas, including the uniquely designed Casa Malaparte. Continue to Sorrento by boat, sip an aperitif and spend some time roaming the pretty town.
Accommodation: Hotel Torre Barbara
Activity: 3 hours/4.5 miles of easy hiking
Transportation: Two 30-minute boat transfers
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Walk on the Path of the Gods from Agerola to Positano
Day 5
Hike on the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods) and travel back in time to when the Greeks settled villages like Agerola and Positano to ease commerce between the coast and the inland areas. From alpine Agerola, descend into Positano while admiring cultivated terraces, ancient dry walls, and the privately owned archipelago of Li Galli that once belonged to the famous Russian dancer Rudolf Nureyev. Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way. Spend some time in the jet-set nest of Positano before transferring to Maiori for the evening.
Accommodation: Reginna Palace Hotel
Activity: 4-5 hours/5.5 miles of moderate hiking
Transportation: 30-minute private van transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Explore Ravello, Mount Lattari & Amalfi
Day 6
Take a scenic drive to Ravello, a delightful town on the slopes of Mount Lattari that has inspired artists like Miro, Turner and Wagner. Hiking along the Dragone River Valley, make your way down to Amalfi and the Natural Reserve of Mount Lattari. Marvel at waterfalls and prehistoric plants such the 6-foot Woodwardia radicans. At the end of the valley, find the remarkable Cathedral of St. Andrew, built way back in the 9th century. Explore the cathedral and the area with a guide before heading back to Maiori for the evening.
Accommodation: Reginna Palace Hotel
Activity: 2-3 hours/4 miles of moderate hiking and guided tour in Duchy di Amalfi
Transportation: Two 20-minute private van transfers, possible 20-minute boat transfer
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Take the Path of Lemons & Relish Handmade Pasta
Day 7
Walk from the Maiori village to the village of Minori on the Path of Lemons. Delight in the fragrance and wildflowers as you pass cascading terraces planted with lemon trees. This area has been renowned for its handmade pasta production since the 16th century, and you'll learn more about pasta and its historical impact on the local economy during a visit to the Vico dei Pastai. Feast on local fusilli furitani and ndunderi for lunch. Round off the day with a visit to Villa Marittima Romana, a splendid showcase of 1st-century Roman architecture. Return to Maiori for an evening at your leisure.
Accommodation: Reginna Palace Hotel
Activity: 4-5 hours/5.5 miles of easy hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Explore Ancient Paestum & Go Cheese Tasting
Day 8
Today you'll travel from Maiori to Cilento to visit the Greek temples at Paestum, one of the region's most impressive archeological sites. Before delving into history, make a stop at a local farm to taste buffalo mozzarella and yogurt that the region is famous for. Powered by delicious dairy, enjoy a guided tour of Paestum and roam inside its ancient walls and gates, see the forum and the seaside temples of Hera and Athena. In the afternoon, drive back to Maiori and enjoy your farewell dinner in the evening.
Accommodation: Reginna Palace Hotel
Activity: Guided tour of Paestum and cheese tasting
Transportation: Two 1.5-hour private van transfers
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bid Farewell to the Amalfi Coast & Return to Naples
Day 9
All good things come to their end, and so does your journey around the Sorrento Peninsula and Amalfi Coast. Say arrivederci to this bedazzling corner of the earth and transfer to Naples airport at 9am.
MT Sobek has a proud heritage in this part of Italy, with both staff and guides hailing from Southern Italy.
Our trip explores the must-see attractions of the Amalfi Coast and Province of Salerno, while staying in picturesque and tranquil villages located away from the throngs of tourists.
Our expert local Italian guides have decades of experience, and will share with you truly authentic experiences you won't find in the guidebooks.
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When to start planning? Earlier is always better when designing a custom trip. More time allows for better availability of preferred accommodations, guides and your desired activities. Ideally, start the conversation with us at least 6 months before you want to travel. If you are looking for a custom trip that departs within three months, chances are greatly diminished in securing requested accommodations and the best guides.
*Custom trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit once an itinerary is agreed upon.
The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.
Silvia G.
Silvia was born and raised in Venice, and now lives in the Tuscany region of central Italy. While she is an architect by training, with an MA in History of Architecture, Silvia has more than 20 years of experience as a professional trip leader. She lived in Toronto, Canada, for over a decade and, since then, she has led both walking and bicycle trips throughout Europe. Now she guides trips in Tuscany and southern Italy—sharing her passion for her country with MT Sobek travelers. Silvia speaks Italian, English, and French.
Chiara P.
Chiara was born in Trieste and grew up in Milan where she achieved her degree in languages before changing her focus to geology. She then worked for a non-profit medical organization, as well as a multinational advertising agency. Having been initiated into different cultures at a relatively young age, Chiara developed a curiosity and passion for travel, and has been guiding with enthusiasm ever since.
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Activity Level
This trip is rated activity level 3. Easy to moderate walking and hiking for 4 to 6 miles and 2 to 5 hours per day on gently rolling terrain and cliff-side trails, many of which include multiple flights of paved stairs. Cultural touring of historic sites includes walking on cobblestone streets. Learn more about activity levels here.
Activity Snapshot
Day 2
2-3 hours/4 miles of moderate hiking
Day 3
3-4 hours/5 miles of moderate hiking
Day 4
3 hours/4.5 miles of easy hiking
Day 5
4-5 hours/5.5 miles of moderate hiking
Day 6
2-3 hours/4 miles of moderate hiking and guided tour in Duchy di Amalfi
Day 7
4-5 hours/5.5 miles of easy hiking
Day 8
Guided tour of Paestum and cheese tasting
Accommodations
Ideally located hotels providing all the comforts of a 4 or 5 star equivalent accommodation. Some lodging equipped with spas and swimming pools.
Nestled in a boutique building with sweeping views of the Gulf of Naples, lies Hotel Torre Barbara. Savor traditional Neapolitan cuisine at the on-site restaurant and experience warm hospitality from the hotel staff! Other features include a pool, lush garden, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples!
Located in Maiori, perched directly on the sea, the Reginna Palace Hotel offers a seaside escape! Boasting 67 generously sized rooms, this hotel is a perfect blend of comfort and style with modern amenities. Guests can indulge in a range of activities, from thrilling watersports and scenic bike rides to lounging by the saltwater pool complete with a Jacuzzi. The hotel's on-site restaurant serves up hearty meals to savor amidst stunning views.
Weather
During our trips you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 68°F and 79°F.
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FAQs
How challenging are the hikes on this trip?
Most experienced hikers will consider this trip to be on the easier side. However, if you are more of a walker, you may feel challenged by 2 - 5 hours on your feet. Additionally, there will be a significant number of stairs to ascend and descend, as most Amalfi Coast trails use multiple flights of paved steps to help negotiate the steep cliffs and hills. Hiking poles are strongly recommended. Come in good physical condition, and expect an active, outdoorsy experience.
When is the best time of the year to visit the Amalfi Coast?
The best months to visit the Amalfi Coast are spring and fall, when the coast is carpeted with flowers and greenery and there are less tourists than in the high summer season.
Did you know The Amalfi Coast as a UNESCO Site?
The Amalfi Coast became part of the UNESCO heritage sites in 1997. The area boasts a unique blend of cultural wonders and natural landscapes.
Why Go To Amalfi Coast?
The Amalfi Coast is a 34-mile-long region in Campania, Italy, known for dramatic 500-foot-tall cliffs, beautiful beaches, and picturesque seaside villages.
What is the minimum age for this trip?
The standard minimum age for this trip is 18, but check out our private trip options for families and groups with younger guests.