Walking the Amalfi Coast

• Accommodation: 7 Classic nights (Hotel Due Torri)
• Four days of guided walking, one sightseeing day with optional walk, and one free day
• Travel by private minibus and boat
• Group normally 4 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16

All breakfasts, four packed lunches and six dinners are included. Breakfast is continental style with a choice of cereals, bread, eggs, ham, cheese, fruits, pastries, yoghurt, orange juice and milk, plus an array of teas/coffee. Included packed lunches usually consist of a sandwich filled with a choice of cold meats, tuna, or local cheeses. All evening meals are taken in the hotel, where the chef takes great pride in showcasing the best of regional foods, including dishes such as scialatielli all’amalfitana (homemade pasta with seafood) and branzino all’acqua pazza (sea bass in crazy water). Dinners usually consist of four courses, commencing with antipasti, followed by soup and/or pasta, a main meat dish with salad or vegetables, and dessert. On certain evenings, there is the opportunity to learn how to make Neapolitan pizza. Please note, drinks are not included with meals but available to purchase. Several dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and gluten-free, are also well catered for. Please advise us of any dietary requirement on booking.

Southern Italy has a hot, dry climate in summer and cooler but sometimes wet spring and autumn periods. Unseasonable cold spells and rain are possible at any time of year, so we recommend bringing some warm clothes, especially useful in Bomerano where evening temperatures can be lower than expected. Summer can be very hot with daytime temperatures in July and August reaching up to 34C-37C (93F-99F) on the coast.

What to expect in the low season (October to March)

Autumn and winter may be cooler than you’d expect; average temperatures in December, January and February are 8C-17C (46F-63F). Prepare for periods of colder weather (with temperatures sometimes dropping to 2C/36F) especially at higher elevations – there may even be snow atop the Lattari Mountains and sometimes in Bomerano itself.

During the winter up to early spring, there is also more rain than usual (with an average of one day in four affected) but there are still plenty of enjoyable crisp sunny days. Overall, the Amalfi Coast is still a great destination in winter as the coastline is beautiful year-round and you have the chance to visit the sights without the summer crowds and traffic.

This trip involves four days of walking with low altitude throughout and has an average rating of Activity Level 3 (Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings please visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.

Duration of walks: Usually four to six hours, including lunch stops. Being in good health and fitness is essential to fully enjoy the walking experiences.

Terrain and path type: These vary from paved tracks to forest trails. Some sections involve long staircases, steps, some steep climbs and descents on slightly loose terrain. There are some narrow pathways alongside sheer drops, so you need to be comfortable with heights. Optional walks on Mount Vesuvius are on rocky cinder/gravel trails and are likely to be loose underfoot, with steep sections and some large drops. On most days, there are considerable sections of steps (more than 1,500), so not suitable for those with knee and joint problems.

Climate: The Amalfi Coast normally has a relatively mild and sunny climate, but heatwaves and heavy rains are possible. This, along with consecutive walking days, may increase the difficulty of the trip.

Considering all of this, we recommend you arrive physically prepared to tackle slightly more challenging routes by exercising regularly before the trip. You should also bring suitable equipment with you, including sturdy hiking boots and walking poles, and always stay hydrated.

Accommodation: It’s likely there will be more than one group at Hotel Due Torri, which is also occasionally open to non-Exodus guests. Nevertheless, our experienced team of leaders is used to this and tailor itineraries to ensure you enjoy each activity with your own small group. Any additional groups are either on a different tour or follow an alternative itinerary.

High season: From May to September, popular towns along the Amalfi Coast, such as Positano and Amalfi, plus the island of Capri, can be busy.

Worth knowing: The order of the itinerary may be changed to ensure the best possible conditions for each activity.