TRAMONTI VALLEY OF AND FORMICHELLE PATH

You will devote the entire day to learning more about Tramonti, the green lung of the Amalfi Coast, which occupies one of the most important and biodiversity-rich valleys on the entire Amalfi Coast.
A bus will take you in about 20 minutes to the Valico di Chiunzi (650 m), from which you can admire Vesuvius and the immense plain at its foot, all the way to Naples.
From there you will begin the day’s tek, which will be almost entirely downhill, until you reach the village of Pucara di Tramonti at m 200.
You will pass through dense forests of chestnut, the prized wood that has always been used in the area both for trade and for the pergolas supporting vineards and lemon trees, which you will encounter as you reach lower elevations.
You will admire up close the centuries-old vineards of Tintore, the area’s grape variety, which, thanks to the particular composition of the soil, have survived even the phylloxera.
You will pass through the Sfusato Amalfitano lemon gardens and walk the celebrated Sentiero delle Formichelle, dedicated to the women of Tramonti, who used to walk it by loading baskets filled with 50-60kg of lemons onto their heads.
You will end the trek in Pucara, where a bus will take you back to the Country House.
Duration: 5h; Distance: 10km; Ascent: 200m; Descent: 600m; Difficulty: easy
Meals included: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

RAVELLO, VALLE DELLE FERRIERE AND AMALFI

The day will be devoted to learning about the political, economic and commercial heart of the Ancient Maritime Republic of Amalfi, which had in Ravello the city with the largest number of wealthy merchants and in Amalfi the strategic center of its commercial traffic.
It will therefore be a day full of reasons for interest and an authentic immersion in the glorious history of this Republic.
You will reach by bus Ravello (350 m), in about 30 minutes.
You will see this splendid town, famous for its villas and gardens of refined beauty.
You will then make your way to Amalfi, which you will reach via Valle delle Ferriere.
You will immerse yourself in the unspoiled nature of this incredible valley, rich in biodiversity, walking along the cool waters of Canneto River.
You will visit the remains of Amalfi’s ancient paper mills as well as the city center and its main monuments.
You’ll have free time to relax in the town center or take a swim.
You will return by bus to Tramonti.
Duration: 4-5h; Distance: 9km; Ascent: 150m; Descent: 400m; Difficulty: easy
Meals included: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

CAPRI

You will devote the day to the beautiful island of Capri, one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world.
You will reach by bus Maiori where you will take the ferry to Capri, which you will reach in about 1h30 sailing under coast.
This will be one of the highlights of the week because you will be able to admire the entire Amalfi Coast from the sea.
Once on the island, you will begin the walk, which will be divided into two parts.
The first part, lasting about 3 hours, will see you visit the very elegant center, the Natural Arch and the Capri Faraglioni from Punta Tragara.
The second part, lasting about 2 hours, on the other hand, will be dedicated to visiting Villa Jovis, home of Emperor Tiberius.
If you don’t want to walk the whole day, you can spend the second part of the day at leisure, relaxing or taking a swim in Marina Grande.
You will return by ferry to Maiori, where a bus will take you back to Tramonti.
Duration: 5h; Distance: 9km; Ascent: 250m; Descent: 250m; Difficulty: easy
Meals included: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

POMPEII AND HERCULANEUM

The day will be devoted to visiting the two Roman cities covered by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.
It will be an emotionally charged day because these are two very well-preserved cities that will allow you to understand how the Romans really lived and how advanced and refined their standard of living was.
You will reach Pompeii by bus in about 40 minutes.
A dedicated Guide will be waiting for you, with whom you will visit Pompeii first, for about 2 hours.
You will then take the bus to Herculaneum, where you will have an additional 2-hour guided tour.
You will always return by bus to Tramonti.
Duration: 4h; Distance: 4km; Ascent: 50m; Descent: 50m; Difficulty: easy
Meals included: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

THE MONKS’ PATH, MAIORI, THE LEMON PATH, MINORI

You will devote the day to visiting Maiori and Minori, two towns rich in local life and with extraordinary evidence of the Amalfi Coast’s glorious past.
You’ll start it in Capodorso, one of the most unspoiled places on the Coast because it is far from inhabited areas.
Here you will walk along an ancient path overlooking the sea, used by Basilian monks to reach the local Abbey and nearby Maiori.
You will also visit some caves along the way, but most of all you will enjoy truly enchanting views.
Once in Maiori, you will visit its center, after which you will continue along the Lemon Trail, where you can admire from up close countless gardens of the Amalfi Coast’s precious lemon: the Sfusato.
In Minori, you’ll visit Villa Romana and the Bistrot of celebrated master pastry chef Sal De Riso.
Time will remain for you to enjoy a few hours of free relax and to take a swim in Minori.
Duration: 5h; Distance: 10km; Ascent: 250m; Descent: 250m; Difficulty: easy
Meals included: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

PATH OF THE GODS AND POSITANO

You’ll end your week by walking the Path of the Gods from Agerola to Positano Center.
You will reach Agerola by bus.
You will then walk along an ancient mule track, overlooking the sea, that passes through ancient terraces and stone farmhouses still used by shepherds dedicated to the production of goat’s milk.
You will then encounter the true soul of the Amalfi Coast, which, despite being an international tourist destination, keeps intact its relationship with its traditions and history.
You will reach Positano Center after visiting the ancient villages of Nocelle and Montepertuso.
In Positano you will have time to relax and take a swim.
Duration: 5h; Distance: 9km; Ascent: 250m; Descent: 850m; Difficulty: intermediate
Meals included: breakfast, packed lunch, dinner.

DEPARTURE

On the day of departure you can leave Tramonti independently or use the private shuttle departing at 7:00 a.m. from the Country House to Naples Airport, arriving at approximately 8:00 am.

The group will stay in a 10-room family-run country house.
Guests will be welcomed by the owners with whom they will be free to spend time with throughout their stay.
The cuisine will be based on local products.
The rooms are all equipped with private bathroom, wi fi, safe, TV, linen and bathroom accessories.
The rooms are doubles with separable beds.
There is an extra charge for single.
There is indoor bar with ample space in the eternal to relax.

What is included
– Local Hiking Guide with excellent knowledge of the area for 6 days;
– Tour Guide for 1 day in Pompeii and Herculaneum;
– A place in a twin room with separate beds and private bathroom for 7 nights;
– Airport transfers indicated in the program;
– Local transportation to reach the locations at the beginning and end of the itinerary;
– Meals indicated in the itinerary;

What is not included
– Private transportation to Italy, Naples and the destination;
– Meals not listed as included in the itinerary;
– Travel insurance;
– Tourist Taxes;
– Entrance fees to archaeological sites, museums, parks and monuments.

Group size and age requirement

The group will consist of a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 12.
Costs will not decrease as the group grows.
Each participant must be at least 18 years old.
Minors will be admitted only if accompanied by a legal guardian.

How physically prepared do you need to be?

The walks are all easy.
Only the Path of the Gods presents an intermediate difficulty.
Therefore, one does not need to be an experienced walker, but only people accustomed to walking for 4-5 hours outdoors on unpaved terrain.
Some difficulty may result from the fact that there are many stairs.
Therefore, it is advisable to practice in the ten days before departure, doing 1 h step a day.
The Path of the Gods is not suitable for people who suffer from vertigo.

What to carry?

Essential equipment
– Small backpack (for a water bottle, camera, etc.).
– Light waterproof and windproof jacket.
– Proper hiking boots or shoes with good grip are essential. Sneakers are not suitable.
– Long walking pants (some trails may be overgrown).
– Warm clothes for departures between October and March (including warm hat and gloves).
– Sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen for summer departures.
– Walking sticks: a limited number of walking sticks are available at the hotel.
– One refillable water bottle

Optional equipment
– Small umbrella.
– Swimsuit.
– Beach towel