Amalfi and Sorrento Coast to Coast Walking Holiday

  • Best price guaranteed
  • No booking fees
  • E-ticket/Mobile voucher
5 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 8 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 14-79 yrs
  • max group size 8
  • guiding method Informational booklets
  • Maximum altitude 1444 meters
  • Trek difficulty Moderate
  • Tour Code BM-14822
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
  • Starts/Ends Salerno, Italy/ Massa Lubrense, Italy
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Hike the Alta Via
  • Explore the Amalfi Coast by foot
  • Visit Sorrento
  • Walk on the Sentiero degli Dei (Footpath of the Gods)
On this self guided walking holiday you will discover why the Amalfi Coast has become Italy's most famous coastline. And despite its popularity, we have discovered places here where you can be by yourself, surrounded by nature.

The Alta Via trail is a must for the avid hiker, just like the GR20 in Corsica. The long-distance trail runs high above the Amalfi Coast, from Cava dei Tirreni in the very east to Punta Campanella, the tip of the Sorrento Peninsula. It roughly follows the ridge of the Lattari mountains, the backbone of the Peninsula.

The Amalfi Coast offers a stunning combination of sea, picturesque coastal towns and mountains, an abundance of both culture and nature. The landscape is varied and offers ever-changing views. It can be typically Mediterranean, intoxicating with its wild perfumed herbs, with myrtle shrubs, thyme, rosemary and mastic trees, or almost alpine with meadows and bare rocks.

Going from the sea to the mountains, you'll walk through little villages, vineyards and olive groves, Mediterranean scrub and woods, living rocks and chestnut woods. Beautiful small churches, ruins of castles and old farmhouses are found all over the place.

Walking in this area lets you enjoy some of the most splendid views on the Amalfi Coast and the Bay of Naples, while you are immersed in an almost alpine landscape. You will surely enjoy the rural scenery as well, which makes you feel like you're far away from the glamour of some of the fashionable places along the coast.

There are thousands of other footpaths here too, some of which are famous, such as the Sentiero degli Dei (the Footpath of the Gods), or others that are at least a thousand years old, like the Maestra dei Villaggi - the main road of the Republic of Amalfi. We offer you the possibility to add on extra days to visit some of these and/or pay a short visit to the famous coastal villages which are home to must-see attractions: Amalfi, Ravello and of course the scenic Positano.

Please see the detailed itinerary for more information.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1: Arrival Salerno / Cava de’ Tirreni
  • Day 2: Tramonti
  • Day 3: Agerola
  • Day 4: Monte Sant’ Angelo
  • Day 5: Santa Maria al Castello
  • Day 6: Massa Lubrense
  • Day 7: Massa Lubrense
  • Day 8: Departure or onward travel
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • 7 nights accommodation in hotels or guesthouses (agriturismo) as per the itinerary
  • 7 breakfasts and 6 dinners
  • Detailed pre-departure holiday information pack including GPS-checked and regularly updated route descriptions, road notes and maps
  • Private transfer from Salerno to Croce di Cava (day 1)
  • Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel on all walking days
  • 24/7 assistance by phone
OPTIONAL ADDONS (Available during check-out)
  • Naples transfer on Day 1
  • Naples transfer on Day 8
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Anonymous
  • From England
  • On May 06 2018
5 - Excellent
A great walking holiday in Amalfi
The trip was well organised and the accommodations exceeded expectations. The walks were stunning albeit challenging at times. We definitely got a real flavour for the Amalfi Coast, beyond the touristy areas.
Why Book with Bookmundi
  • Excellent customer service. Our travel experts are ready to help you 24/7.
  • Best price guaranteed.
  • No credit card or booking fees.
  • 100% financial protection.
  • Carbon neutral tours.
  • 25,000+ trip reviews, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
  • Read more reasons to book with Bookmundiless
What are customers saying about Bookmundi
Excellent
4.65 Average 674 Reviews
GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION

20% Deposit payable upfront. Remaining balance payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 45 days prior departure, but the 20% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applicable within 45 days of departure.

Payment

A deposit of 20% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior departure. For any bookings within 45 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

Travel Insurance

We advise to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Bookmundi recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.

Other Practical InformationDifficulty Grade: Moderate This is a moderate tour which is suitable for those who have some experience of walking in the mountains and a good general physical condition. Mostly moderate walks, on well-maintained paths. Some steep sections, both uphill and downhill, sometimes on paths with rough surfaces. On some days alternative longer or shorter walks are possible. Fitness: reasonable level of fitness is necessary. You should be able to walk for up to 6-7 hours a day – partly in the hot sun on dusty or stony tracks. Average walking time: 5-6 hours per walking day (read more about difficulty grades). Route Navigation Most of the walks are on good paths, some of them just recently restored by the local authorities. Parts of the trails are waymarked. Elsewhere you have to follow the route notes provided together with the maps. Most paths are relatively well maintained, but during the season some paths can get overgrown, especially the lesser used paths. We are in continuous contact with local authorities to keep the trails clean – please help us by providing your feedback on the quality of the paths. We strongly advise you to follow only marked trails and never try to shorten the path through the unknown and unmarked terrain. We will provide you with detailed road notes and maps, and you can call our 24/7 local assistance phone number anytime. More detailed info on route navigation will be included in your holiday information pack. When to Go This trip is available from March until November. Late spring, the whole summer and early autumn are beautiful on the Amalfi coast. It may become very hot in July and August, and some of the resort towns may become overcrowded in these months, although the trails along the mountain slopes above the coast are far from the tourist crush. Without a doubt the best time to see the Amalfi Coast is from April to June, when the spring flowers are in bloom, the weather is just warm enough, and the temperature of the Mediterranean allows for the first dips of the season. The months of September and October are also an excellent time to visit the Amalfi Coast, while the temperatures are still mild. In November the Amalfi Coast has a particularly dramatic feel with big waves washing against the shore with such force that the spray reaches the balconies of the cliffside homes, and the villages empty out almost entirely. Remember that many cafés and restaurants will be closed, and that you will probably encounter wet weather. The flexibility of self-guided holidays means that there are no fixed dates and you can start your trip on any date in the season – so please indicate desired beginning date when booking. What to Bring We recommend that you travel as light as possible – airlines might charge you an extra fee, and during ground transfers, the place might be limited. Ideally, you should bring one piece of luggage weighing not more than 25 kg (to be checked in) and a daily pack (15 – 20 l rucksack) for your everyday essentials (snacks, drinking water, camera, etc.). Below is a non-exclusive list of what you should bring to this trip. More detailed info will be included in your holiday information pack. If you need further advice, please contact a reputable outdoor retailer or us. Good hiking boots Hiking socks Several t-shirts (cotton or preferably breathable/fast drying) Packable waterproof and windproof jacket with hood Synthetic mid layer or warm fleece Trainers and/or sandals – to relax and wear inside accommodation Sunglasses, sunscreen and lip salve Hat/Baseball cap Personal First Aid kit (wet wipes, flu remedies, stomach remedies) Our recommended arrival airport for this holiday is Naples. Other Italian airports are also well connected to Salerno and Sorrento. Please note that flight information can change rapidly, and not all flights run daily. Please do check directly with the airlines’ websites or Skyscanner before finalising any booking with us. Please do not book your flights before we have confirmed your booking. Transfers to/from Airports The tour starts in Salerno. Regular (high speed) trains run between this town and most major Italian cities (Naples, Rome, Milan). Visit the Italia Rail website for up-to-date timetables and fares, or check the rome2rio link below. The tour ends after breakfast in Massa Lubrense on Day 8. A frequent bus service can bring you to Sorrento, where you travel on to your next destination (Naples or Rome can both be easily reached by high-speed train). Taxi services are available to bring you directly to your next destination.
NEED HELP OR HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THIS TOUR?
If you have any question about this tour or need help with planning a trip, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. We're ready to help.
Welcome!

Sign-in to unlock instant trip discounts. Create wish lists and save up to USD 1,500.

Facebook
G
More login options here.