Paestum & the Cilento National Park

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18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Highlights

Cycle through a pristine mountain landscape and stop in little villages of times long ago

Discover the hearth of the Cilento National Park

Visit the impressive Greek temples in Paestum

Cycle through typical medieval hamlets, a mozzarella farm and world-famous cultural sites

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Experience the authentic side of southern Italy as you cycle through the serene Cilento National Park and the ancient site of Paestum on this nine-day self-guided cycling tour. Perfect for travelers seeking a less-crowded alternative to the Amalfi Coast, this trip winds along quiet country roads, past vineyards, olive groves, medieval villages, and coastal panoramas. Highlights include exploring Greek temples, sampling fresh mozzarella, and ascending panoramic mountain routes. The real draw of this cycling tour is its immersion into the ‘Heart of the Cilento,’ offering a rare mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage, far from the tourist crowds.

day 1Arrival

After arriving at the Paestum train station, you will be picked up for your private transfer to your hotel, which is located near the world-famous temples of Paestum. Your bicycles will be waiting for you at the hotel. Alternatively, you can go pick up your bikes yourself and ride to your hotel. This short trip takes you through part of the River Sele plain and past the temples and city walls of Greek Paestum. Your luggage will be transported to the hotel for you.
You can take your bikes down to the beach for a quick dip before turning in and getting settled in at the hotel right next to the archaeological site. In case you have arrived early, you can visit the temples, leaving more time for a longer trip tomorrow.
In the evening, enjoy a nice dinner based on local specialties in your hotel.

Meals

Dinner

day 2Over the plain and through the foothills of Paestum

day 3From Paestum to San Marco di Castellabate

day 4Around Monte Stella: round trip from San Marco di Caste

day 5From San Marco di Castellabate to Ceraso

day 6Roundtrip from La Petrosa : Ceraso, Pisciotta and Ascea

day 7From La Petrosa through the rough inland of the Cilento

day 8Sacco, Roscigno Vecchia, Castelcività

day 9End of the tour

What's Included

8 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners

Accommodation: 3 nights Paestum, 2 nights San Marco di Castellabate, 2 nights Ceraso, 1 night Piaggine; all nights in good 3-star hotels and agriturismos

Extensive route notes, with a description of the route & tourist information

Maps at 1: 50.000 scale (or better), GPS waypoints and tracks (optional)

24/7 assistance

Luggage transport

Private transfers as specified

Optional Add-ons Available during check-out

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