Amalfi Coast Walking & Hiking
- By foot and boat, explore gorgeous coastline and island treasures
- Stroll timeless trails through lemon orchards and terraced gardens high above the water
- Fresh seafood and unmatched views of Capri
- Discover Amalfi's grand cathedral and atmospheric Arab quarter with a local guide
- The coastal village of Positano, where pastel-colored villas cling to steep cliffs
From the Sorrentine Peninsula to the Isle of Capri
Approaching the Amalfi Coast is a thrill. Like arriving on a movie set. Sheer cliffs plunging into azure waters. Pebbly beaches shaded by colorful umbrellas. Fragrant lemon trees, gelato stands, outdoor cafés, friendly faces. Your trip has barely begun and you already feel rewarded. This isn't just another vacation. It's six glorious days in the realm of Italy's elite. Luxuriating in decadent villas. Hiking on paths that few visitors find. Sharing the friendships forged by your Trip Leaders. All that's left is to wonder: When can you return to the good life on the Amalfi Coast?
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1 Stroll timeless trails through citrus orchards and terraced gardens high above the water 
Stunning views of the Bay of Naples escort you to the bustling port town of Sorrento.
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2 By foot and boat, explore gorgeous coastline and island treasures Capri's limestone peaks, flower-lined lanes and postcard-perfect panoramas have charmed visitors for centuries Ascend to the isle's highest point atop Monte Solaro and savor a superb vista of the iconic Faraglioni sea stacks.
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3 From our hotel 1,000 feet above the sea, sip a limoncello and drink in views of Capri Amble through Villa San Michele and its gardens, called "the most fantastic beauty" by writer Henry James Looking for a keepsake? How about lemon-infused perfume or soap?
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4 The coastal village of Positano, where pastel-colored villas cling to steep cliffs Boat along the magical Costiera Amalfitana, a World Heritage site Wander through Ravello, known as the "aristocrat of the Amalfi Coast."
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5-6 Discover Amalfi's ancient archways, grand cathedral and atmospheric Arab quarter with a local guide Hike past gurgling streams through groves of chestnut, pine and olive trees Centuries-old paper mills set amid ferns and wildflowers dot the route to Amalfi The view of the Amalfi Coast from Villa Cimbrone's Terrace of Infinity caps off an incredible week.
Guests Reviews About This Trip
We would never have experienced the Amalfi Coast like this on our own. We truly ventured off the beaten paths to see small hillside villages, ancient paths that took us under grape arbors and past terraced farms that were 1000 feet above the sparkling Mediterranean. There were hours where the only people we passed were villagers on foot or on donkeys. The hikes were magnificent and our leaders were absolutely wonderful.- Los Angeles, CA
This was the trip of a lifetime! It really sold me on Backroads and I am already researching my next vacation. The trip was well organized and I loved the flexibility to do all or part of the activities based on how you felt each day. The leaders adapted each day based on all the group's needs, which was simply amazing. I especially loved the dinner at Mama Agata's. This trip allowed us to see a local flavor we would have never experienced on our own.- Glenview, IL
You all made our 20th anniversary something we will never forget! We are recommending Backroads to all of our friends and hope to travel with you again in the future.- Muncie, IN
Premiere Inns
Grand Hotel Cocumella
Sorrento (1 night) Once a monastery, this elegant cliffside retreat features a private garden, Italian baroque décor and an expansive terrace overlooking the Mediterranean. A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member. (pool, spa, tennis)
Hotel Caesar Augustus
Capri (2 nights) This Condé Nast Traveler editor's pick treats guests to what Islands magazine calls a "magnificent view of the Mediterranean and a jaw-dropping panorama across the sparkling Bay of Naples." A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Villa Cimbrone
Ravello (2 nights) A romantic 1900s villa perched on the hills above the sea, with gardens "designed to drink in the views at every turn ... and a postcard view up the coast," according to Travel + Leisure. (pool)
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Classic:
This Trip Is Rated Level 1-3
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of
interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one
day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat
from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each
day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Daily Route Options | ||||||||||
| Day | EASYGOING | ACTIVE | AVID | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | ||||||
| miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | |
| 1 | 1.9* | 200 | 4.3 | 1200 | ||||||
| 2 | 1.7* | 1000 | 3.0 | 1000 | ||||||
| Boat tour around Capri (1.5 hours) | ||||||||||
| 3 | 2.8 | 300 | 4.8 | 800 | 5.5 | 500 | 7.5 | 1000 | ||
| 4 | 2.4 | 400 | ||||||||
| Private boat to Positano (1.5 hours) and boat excursion to Amalfi (45 minutes) | ||||||||||
| Positano guided walk (1 hour) | ||||||||||
| 5 | 4.6 | 500 | 6.6 | 1700 | ||||||
| 6 | Villa Rufolo walk (45 minutes) | |||||||||
The terrain on this trip includes seaside village paths and stone steps.
Routes may feel more difficult due to the hilly and challenging terrain.
* Includes a shuttle
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