ITINERARY | HIGHLIGHTS | WEATHER | ACCOMMODATION & ADDITIONAL INFO Italy 2010
THE AMALFI COAST & SORRENTO PENINSULA
A self-guided walking holiday along one of the most spectacular coastlines in Europe. The Amalfi Coast, or the Costiera Amalfitana, has for long been considered one of the great scenic places in Italy and in Europe. To really enjoy it is no longer easily possible by car, as the traffic along the single coast road makes it all but impossible to find space or time to enjoy the view. But on foot you can enjoy this magnificent area in all its splendour. Seven nights with six days walking will take you to Ravello, Amalfi, Positano, Marina del Cantone, and Sorrento, from where you can also take the boat to Capri for the day and do the walk we include, or visit Pompeii or Herculaneum.
We offer one itinerary with two price options.
PRICE
A) Standard tour - per person based on 2 people sharing:
LOW SEASON: Mid-October to May 1st (except Easter) - £645 per person sharing.
HIGH SEASON: May, June, September to mid-October - £710 per person sharing. Supplement of £25 per person over Easter and from 1st July to 5th September.
Single supplement: £260
This includes 7 nts B & B in 3 star accommodation; maps and route notes; luggage transfers; one transfer to trailhead on day 4; local back-up. B) Tailor-made/bespoke itinerary - the itinerary can be altered so that you may stay in upgraded accommodation (3 and 4 star) and with a private transfer from Naples to Ravello. From £795 per person (depending on season and accommodation chosen) based on two people sharing.
Extra nights possible in all cases.
INCLUDED
7 nights accommodation in hotels with private bathrooms and breakfast (see below for websites). All luggage transfers between Amalfi and Sorrento. Transfer on day 5 to shorten walks. Route instructions.
NOT INCLUDED
Flights, dinners/lunches, drinks, gratuities, any transfer not specifically mentioned in the programme.
Departure dates
Any day, subject to accommodation availability.
PLEASE NOTE THAT EARLY BOOKING IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS HOLIDAY - ACCOMMODATION IS AT A PREMIUMTo book email:
walking@star.co.uk T: (44)
(0)1242 254353
Day 1: Arrive Amalfi, ancient maritime city, with charming piazza and beautiful cathedral. Overnight Amalfi.
Day 2: Take a local bus up to discover the beautiful town of Ravello, perched on the hillside overlooking the sea. Spend time exploring the town and then an easy walk down to the coast to Amalfi via the little town of Atrani, where the sea almost laps against the town's piazza. (1.5 hours walk). Overnight Amalfi.
Day 3: Transfer by local bus to the start of the Sentiero degli Dei ('Pathway of the Gods'), one of the finest walk in Europe, with magnificent views, towering cliffs and flower-filled slopes. Overnight Positano, whose Moorish-style houses fall in tiers to the sea. (3-4.5 hours walking). Overnight Positano.
Day 4: Free day for relaxing or strolling. Overnight Positano.
Day 5: Transfer to trailhead and then another dramatic walk along the coastbefore walking inland through small villages to then finally descend tothe tiny coastal village of Marina del Cantone. (3-5 hours walking) Overnight Marina del Cantone.
Day 6: Take the local bus up to Termini and then walk across country to Sorrento. Tremendous views of Capri en route before emerging at Sorrento for two nights.
(3 to 4.5 hours walking). Overnight Sorrento.
Day 7: Free day (chance to visit Pompeii, Herculaneum or Vesuvius) or do the walking itinerary in Capri. Overnight Sorrento.
Day 8: Departure. Variety of ways of returning to airport.
Extra nights available anywhere along the route - please ask for prices.
DIFFICULTY OF WALK
Not difficult but a lot of steps on a couple of the walks.
GROUP SIZE
From 2 people
Some of the most magnificent scenery in Europe. Wide range of accommodation.
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ACCOMMODATION
The basic itinerary uses comfortable 3 star accommodation with private facilities, well located in town centres. In Marina del Cantone, you will stay in an apartment in an old Saracen tower, with excellent views or hotel on the beach. The bespoke itinerary could, for example, make use of 4 star accommodation and a family hotel in Marina del Cantone with one of the finest restaurants in the area.
Possible accommodation for standard itinerary:
www.residencehotel-amalfi.it
www.bougainville.it
www.hotelpasitea.it
www.torreturbolo.com
www.tavernadelcapitano.it
www.hoteldelcorso.com
GETTING THERE
Nearest airport is Naples to where there are plenty of flights available from many international airports.
WHAT TO TAKE:
Sturdy walking boots and walking socks (with a change of socks in rucksack), rucksack/day pack, 1 x water bottle with1 litre capacity, insect repellent, sun glasses, sun hat, sunblock/cream, compass, torch and a first-aid kit.
WHEN TO GO
This holiday is recommended from late March to June and September to the end of October. For July and August, please ask.
INSURANCE
We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance covering you against illness, injury, and loss or damage to luggage. This insurance should also cover the possibility of your having to cancel your holiday for any reason.
To book, contact
worldwalks at:
email:
walking@star.co.uk T: (44)
(0)1242 254353