Europe - Italy
TREK LENGTH AND GRADIENT
FROM FROM
Amalfi Coast Walking O
Tour code: NAW Tour style: Classic Tour comfort: Standard
Trek grade: Easy to Moderate
DURATION DAYS 8
TOUR
£699 £914
ITALY Gulf of Naples
Coast
SORRENTO PENINSULA
Positano
TOUR ONLY
DAYS 8 FLIGHT INCLUSIVE DAYS 8 Optional visit to Vesuvius & Pompeii ‘Walk of the Gods’ From Naples airport ITALY
AGEROLA PLATEAU
Bomerano SAN LAZZARO
Ferriere Valley National Reserve
Pogerola
Tour essentials Capri TYRRHENIAN SEA 0 km Amalfi Coast Walking NAW Day walks from a traditional family-run farm
With its incredible coastline the Amalfi region is an ideal destination for this relaxed walking holiday. Staying at an agriturismo (family-run farm), we take a variety of day walks across cliff-tops, vineyards and national parks, including the celebrated ‘Walk of the Gods’ from Bomerano to Positano. There is also time to explore cultural highlights such as Amalfi , Positano and Capri. We return at night to home-cooked Italian cuisine and local wine.
8 day tour itinerary
Day 1 Join tour Naples airport. Drive to the family-run farm in San Lazzaro. Day 2 Warm-up walk Take the ridge path above the Agerola Plateau to Bomerano. Enjoy views of the Amalfi Coast to the south and Naples and Mount Vesuvius to the north. Day 3 Amalfi Walk along the clifftop ‘Ancient Republic Path’ and descend through vineyards and lemon grove terraces to the historic sea port. Free time to explore Amalfi in the afternoon. Day 4 Capri Take a ferry to this enchanting island. Walk to a viewpoint and explore the town’s narrow streets, boutiques and street cafés. Day 5 Ferrier National Park Walk
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Day 2: 5hrs Day 3: 2.5-3hrs Day 4: 3hrs Day 5: 5hrs
to Pogerola, taking paths along the cliffs before turning inland through the Ferrier National Park. Pass small waterfalls, pretty rivers and unusual plant-life. Day 6 Pompeii and Vesuvius A free day for more walking. Optional day-trip to Pompeii with a guided walk to Mount Vesuvius. Day 7 Walk of the Gods Enjoy one of the world’s greatest coastal day walks. Reach the town of Positano and take a scenic boat trip back to Amalfi . Day 8 Tour ends Naples airport.
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Overlooking the Amalfi Coast
We stay at an ‘agriturismo’ (a working farm with guesthouse) called Luna d’Agerola. This small and traditional working farm is owned and run by Ferdinando and his whole family. Our relaxed and friendly hosts provide most meals during the week, along with local wine. The meals at the farm are simple, rustic but tasty - and typical of the region. The bedrooms are simple, well-appointed and all have en-suite bathrooms.
10 km Accommodation
Accommodation: 7 nights standard hotel. Meals: 7 breakfasts , 3 lunches and 5 dinners are included. Tour Staff: Explore Tour Leader and driver(s). Transport: Bus, ferry and public bus. Trekking Details: We walk between 3-5 hours each day, following footpaths between villages. Three of the walks involve long descents of steep steps and all of the walks are optional. Group size: Generally 10 - 16.
Planned tour dates
2014 Tour only dates 22 Mar - 29 Mar 29 Mar - 5 Apr 5 Apr - 12 Apr 12 Apr - 19 Apr 19 Apr - 26 Apr 26 Apr - 3 May 3 May - 10 May 10 May - 17 May 17 May - 24 May 24 May - 31 May 31 May - 7 Jun 7 Jun - 14 Jun 14 Jun - 21 Jun 21 Jun - 28 Jun 28 Jun - 5 Jul 12 Jul - 19 Jul
5 Jul - 12 Jul 19 Jul - 26 Jul
26 Jul - 2 Aug 2 Aug - 9 Aug 9 Aug - 16 Aug 16 Aug - 23 Aug 23 Aug - 30 Aug 30 Aug - 6 Sep 6 Sep - 13 Sep 13 Sep - 20 Sep 20 Sep - 27 Sep 27 Sep - 4 Oct 4 Oct - 11 Oct
11 Oct - 18 Oct
2015 Tour only dates 21 Mar - 28 Mar 28 Mar - 4 Apr 4 Apr - 11 Apr 18 Apr - 25 Apr 2 May - 9 May 9 May - 16 May 16 May - 23 May 23 May - 30 May
Rest Day
Flexible fl ight options We have a range of fl exible fl ight options available, please call our sales team for more details.
Single rooms are available from £270 Day 6 Day 7: 5hrs 46 For more information and to book, go online at
www.explore.co.uk
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