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?
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 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?
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 Wander through Ravello, known as the "aristocrat of the Amalfi Coast."
Days 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 Villa Cimbrone's mouth-watering Neapolitan cuisine caps off an incredible week.
Trip Highlights
- 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
Premiere Inns
Grand Hotel Cocumella (1 night): Once a monastery and now a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, this elegant cliffside retreat features a private garden, Italian baroque décor and an expansive terrace overlooking the Mediterranean. (pool, spa, tennis)
Hotel Caesar Augustus (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 (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)
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Level 1 1 Route Option Available
- 3.9 miles
- 1250 feet elevation loss
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, 4.8 miles
- 300 - 800 feet elevation gain
- 3 miles
- 200 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
- 4.6, 6.6 miles
- 500 - 1700 feet elevation gain
Day 6
- Cultural Walk 45 Minutes
Terrain Description
Seaside village paths, stone steps. Please note: Routes may feel more difficult due to the hilly and challenging terrain.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 2-3 hours | 10-20 mile | 2-5 miles |
| Level 2 | 2-4 hours | 21-30 miles | 5-7 miles |
| Level 3 | 3-5 hours | 31-40 miles | 7-9 miles |
| Level 4 | 4-6 hours | 41-55 miles | 9-11 miles |
| Level 5 | 5-7+ hours | 56-75+ miles | 11-13+ miles |
2012 Dates & Pricing*
CLASSIC TRIPS
- 5/6-11Price: $6198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $2070 for sgl. occ.)
- 6/10-15Price: $6198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $2070 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/2-7Price: $5898 pp dbl. occ., (+ $2070 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/9-14Price: $5898 pp dbl. occ., (+ $2070 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/23-28Price: $6198 pp dbl. occ., (+ $2070 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/7-12Price: $5898 pp dbl. occ., (+ $2070 for sgl. occ.)
*Prices may change. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Guest Trip Reviews
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
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