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Amalfi Coast Walking
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?
- By foot and boat, explore gorgeous coastline and island treasures
- Stroll timeless trails through lemon orchards and terraced gardens high above the water
- Cooking demo and dinner with local celebrity chef Mamma Agata
- The coastal village of Positano
- Hotel Caesar Augustus, serving up fresh seafood and unmatched views of Capri
The Day-to-Day Itinerary
Day 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.
Day 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.
Day 3 Hotel Caesar Augustus, serving up fresh seafood and unmatched 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, soap or liqueur?
Day 4 The coastal village of Positano, where pastel-colored villas cling to steep cliffs Boat along the magical Costiera Amalfitana, a World-Heritage site.
Days 5-6 Cooking demo and authentic Neapolitan cuisine with celebrity chef Mamma Agata 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 With a local guide, visit Amalfi's grand cathedral and atmospheric Arab quarter, wound with narrow alleyways.
- Premiere Inns: These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.
- Casual Inns: These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the area with such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.
- Deluxe Family Camping: We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.
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Look at what other guests are saying about this trip!
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 More about this Trip All Guest Reviews
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Amalfi Coast Walking
Premiere Inns
Hotel Bellevue Syrene
Sorrento (1 night) Notable writers and heads of state have retreated to this grand seaside hotel, built on the foundation of an ancient Roman villa, with picture-perfect views of Mount Vesuvius.
Hotel Caesar Augustus
Capri (2 nights) This Condé Nast Traveler favorite 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)
Villa Cimbrone
Ravello (2 nights) A romantic 1900s villa perched in 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)
Amalfi Coast Walking
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.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Biking Average | Walking Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 miles | 2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1
1 Route Option Available
- 3.9 miles
- 1250 feet elevation gain
Day 2
- Level 1 3 Route Options Available
- 1.2, 1.7, 3 miles
- 900 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
- Levels 1 to 2 3 Route Options Available
- 2.8, 3, 4.8 miles
- 300 - 800 feet elevation gain
Day 4
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- 2.4 miles
- 400 feet elevation gain
Day 5
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- Walking 4.6, 6.6 miles
- 500 - 1700 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Cultural Walk 45 Minutes