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  • $3,298 pp dbl. occ.
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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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TRIP NOTES

All meals included except 2 lunches and 1 dinner.

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Meet / Depart

Sorrento, Italy

Special Interest

Culture & History, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Geological Wonders, Romance &/or Honeymoon

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Alamfi Coast Walking Vacations

Amalfi Coast Hiking

From Italy's Amalfi Coast to the Isle of Capri

Mountains towering over azure waters. Vineyards, lemon trees and ancient olive groves clinging to the hillsides. Roman history, rich culture, local seafood, fine wines and decadent gelato. For centuries, the Amalfi Coast has lured royalty, writers and artists to its sun-drenched shores. Now it’s your turn. Journey with Backroads through the land of le sirene (the sirens) and surrender your senses to this enchanting oasis where the land meets the sea.

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Day 1 Sant'Agata sui due Golfi

Meet in Sorrento Savor spectacular vistas of the Isle of Capri as you hike timeworn cobblestone paths and manmade steps that spiral up from Annunziata to Monte San Nicola.

Days 2-3 Amalfi

Boat to Capri, a magical island where high limestone peaks, postcard-perfect houses and serpentine lanes have charmed visitors for centuries Enjoy a full day on the island - hike on a quiet path that provides amazing views of the sea and the famous Faraglioni rock formations, visit the ruins of Emperor Tiberius' Villa Jovis or shop for lemon-infused perfume and locally made limoncello Boat to Amalfi, a colorful town with a long maritime history Stride through the Valle dei Mulini (or "Valley of Mills") past centuries-old paper mills and bubbling streams lined with wildflowers Relax over a cool drink in the hilltop village of Ravello, the "aristocrat of the Amalfi coast."

Days 4-6 Positano

Hike along the magnificent Sentiero degli Dei (or "Path of the Gods") with our local guide Continue to Positano, where pastel villas cling to cliffs above a labyrinth of shops and chic cafés Ascend through a forest of chestnut and alder to Santa Maria del Castello, the remains of a small castle.

Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.

Lodging What's this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.

Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.

Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.

Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.

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Guest Trip Reviews

Having been brainwashed by my partner, about how good Backroads is, my expectations were extremely high and as the trip grew nearer. I became increasingly concerned I would be disappointed. How wrong I was - the leaders' tireless efforts to attend to every need, infectious knowledge and enthusiasm for the region as well as clear empathy with the locals ensured Amalfi was not a trip, but rather an 'experience.' The leaders' acute attention to detail, efforts to organize things with locals - such as dinner with Michelangelo, the tour of the paper factory in Amalfi and hiking with Maurizzio were most enjoyable. The leaders clearly worked well as a team and I was amazed by their boundless energy, constant state of happiness and driving skills! I think they struck a good balance between walking/hiking, educational and leisure activities. I'm pleased to say that the trip not only met, but exceded my expectations and without needed to be prompted, I am already looking forward to my next Backroads adventure.
Jason Perl - Chigwell, Essex

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Amalfi Coast Hiking

SEASIDE COMFORT: Casual Inns

Grand Hotel Due Golfi

Sant'Agata sui due Golfi (1 night): Perched above the Bay of Naples, this Mediterranean-style hotel offers comfortable rooms, a swimming pool and a lovely terraced garden.

Hotel Aurora

Amalfi (2 nights): Enjoy modern accommodations at this waterfront hotel, perched on a cliff and situated just a short walk from Amalfi’s famous Piazza Duomo.

Hotel Montemare

Positano (2 nights): This hotel's cliffside location, dramatic views, sunny terrace and comfortable guest rooms ensure a pleasant stay.

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Hotel Montemare

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Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
  • 4.7, 6.4 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Level 1 3 Route Option Available
  • 1.4, 2.8, 3.4 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 2 to 4 3 Route Options Available
  • 4.3, 6.8, 8.6 miles
  • 1000 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Levels 2 to 4   2 Route Options Available
  • 4.2, 7.8 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Levels 2 to 3  3 Route Options Available
  • 3, 4.5, 5.3 miles
  • 1500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 1.4 miles
  • 500 feet elevation gain
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Trips 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 Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
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