Italy's Amalfi Coast to Cilento Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Deluxe Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Italy's Amalfi Coast to Cilento Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Deluxe Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2026: Sep-Oct

From $3,999 - $4,099 /person

Cliffside Villages & the Rugged Coastline of the South

Ever wondered what the Amalfi Coast was like before the crowds? Meet Cilento—its lesser-known neighbor, where untouched beaches, secluded groves and lost-in-time villages offer an idyllic glimpse of rural Italy. 

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Highlights

  • Swim in the Tyrrhenian Sea, hike village to village and boat past honey-hued cliffs along the stunning Cilento coastline 
  • Spend a day on the Amalfi Coast, with a lively glamour that contrasts the remote beauty of Cilento’s World Heritage landscapes 
  • Admire Venus’ Hair waterfall, where crystal clear springs cascade over mossy rocks to create a lush and dreamy oasis
  • Step back in time with a guided tour of the ancient Greek temples of Paestum 
  • Savor melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella, regional olive oil and fresh Mediterranean flavors in one of the world’s legendary blue zones 
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Palace building with a large flight of stairs in front

Day 1

Description

Benvenuti! Kick off your adventure in colorful Amalfi with a tour of the striking Cathedral of Sant’Andrea • Walk past centuries-old paper mills and bubbling streams lined with wildflowers in the Valle dei Mulini (Valley of Mills) • Savor a farm-to-table lunch tucked among groves of sun-yellow lemon trees • Learn about the literary history of lovely Ravello • Take an evening passeggiata (stroll) along the sea • End the day with a dinner featuring Campania’s finest flavors. 

Accommodations

Night 1

Lloyd's Baia Hotel
Vietri sul Mare
*Deluxe Hotel

Perched overlooking the sea, this welcoming property offers scenic views and comfortable rooms adorned with ancient ceramic tiles.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Guest hiking down coastal trail, yellow flower bushes all around.

Days 2-3

Description

Venture inland to Cilento’s rugged national park • Step into a peaceful glade where spring water spills over moss-covered rocks • Hike to a pristine river canyon and dine on local picnic delicacies • Follow one of Cilento’s most iconic trails past secluded beaches, Mediterranean scrub, cork oak forests and silver-leaved olive trees • Cool off in the crystal clear waters of pebbly Baia degli Infreschi beach • Relish the sea breeze as you boat beneath dramatic limestone bluffs near Palinuro • In the charming village of Pisciotta, learn to cook classic Italian dishes nonna’s way. 

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Grand Hotel San Pietro
Palinuro
Casual Hotel

Decorated in a breezy white and sea-blue palette, this cliffside retreat features an infinity pool overlooking the sea and upscale Mediterranean dining. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Small pathway leading to a beach

Days 4-6

Description

Trek through the Punta Tresino peninsula along a breathtaking stretch of coastline dotted with hidden coves • Enjoy a leisurely winery lunch with tastings of local varietals • Explore Castellabate, one of Cilento’s prettiest villages, with a medieval fortress, quaint stone villas and cozy trattorias • Walk along rocky shores, passing azure beaches and dense pine forests • A refreshing swim in the sea or a rejuvenating soak at our hotel’s spa awaits • From the colorful marina in San Nicola, set out by boat along the sparkling waters of the Cilento coast • On your final morning, explore Paestum’s archaeological site, home to some of the largest and best-preserved ancient Greek temples in the world.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Approdo Resort Thalasso Spa
San Marco
Casual Hotel

Relax in this serene wellness resort perched above the harbor, with indoor and outdoor seawater pools, access to a secluded beach and one of Italy's most innovative spas. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Lloyd's Baia Hotel
Vietri sul Mare

*Deluxe Hotel

Perched overlooking the sea, this welcoming property offers scenic views and comfortable rooms adorned with ancient ceramic tiles.

Nights 2-3

Grand Hotel San Pietro
Palinuro

Casual Hotel

Decorated in a breezy white and sea-blue palette, this cliffside retreat features an infinity pool overlooking the sea and upscale Mediterranean dining. (pool, spa)

Nights 4-5

Approdo Resort Thalasso Spa
San Marco

Casual Hotel

Relax in this serene wellness resort perched above the harbor, with indoor and outdoor seawater pools, access to a secluded beach and one of Italy's most innovative spas. (pool, spa)

From $3,999 /person

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E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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