Amalfi Coast Walking
Mountains standing proud above rocky cliffs and an azure sea. Lemon trees bursting with vivid scent and color. Patchwork patterns of ancient olive groves and vineyards clinging to hillsides. Is there a better way to define the elegant Italian paradise of the Amalfi Coast? For centuries, this slice of heaven has lured kings and queens, writers and artists to its lush islands and villages. Your Backroads exploration through the land of le sirene (the sirens) will delight you with glorious landscapes, decadent Neapolitan cuisine, rich culture and local flavor. Surrender your senses to this enchanting haven where land meets sea.
Day 1 Sorrento
Meet in Naples 
Enjoy commanding views of Capri and the Bay of Naples as you walk through the hills high above the water to the bustling port town of Sorrento.
Days 2-3 Capri
A private boat whisks us across the Bay of Naples to Capri, where limestone peaks and postcard-perfect vistas have charmed visitors for centuries After a poolside lunch of Caprese specialties, ascend Monte Solaro, the highest point on the island Amble through Villa San Michele and its gardens, called "the most fantastic beauty ... that one had ever seen clustered together" by writer Henry James Explore Capri’s flower-bedecked alleyways and charming public squares.
Days 4-6 Ravello
Boat to the magical Costiera Amalfitana Stroll through the tiny coastal village of Positano, where pastel-hued villas cling to the steep cliffside Indulge in regional delicacies fresh from the sea Hike past bubbling streams through groves of chestnut, pine, lemon and olive trees Centuries-old paper mills surrounded by ferns and wildflowers dot the route to Amalfi Join a local guide on a tour of the town’s grand cathedral and atmospheric Arab quarter, wound with narrow alleyways Savor authentic Neapolitan cuisine and a lively cooking demo at the farmhouse of celebrity chef Mamma Agata.
SEASIDE LUXURY: Premiere Inns
Hotel Bellevue Syrene (1 night): Built from the remains of a patrician residence, this grand five-star hotel offers sweeping vistas across the Bay of Naples.
Hotel Caesar Augustus (2 nights): This 200-year-old island getaway and Relais & Châteaux member features the best views on the entire island, and imparts an undeniable sense of calm and tranquility.
Villa Cimbrone (2 nights): A romantic getaway perched in the hills above the sea, with formal gardens and an outstanding view of the coastline.
Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain
Day 1
- Levels 1 to 2 2 Route Options Available
- 4.7, 6.3 miles
- 700 - 800 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 2 Route Options Available
- 2.8, 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
- Conclusion of Trip
Please keep in mind that 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 |
2010 DATES
CLASSIC TRIPS
- 5/16-21Price: $5798 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1080 for sgl. occ.)
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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