Thank you Exodus for such a wonderful adventure from beginning to end. ... Jackie Hinrichsen , 2019 See more reviews
Really good trip covering the highlights of the Amalfi Coast. Some of the walking was a bit... Sarah Thorneycroft, 2019 See more reviews
Wonderful scenery walking paths in various conditions with plenty of steps Lindy Hayes, 2019 See more reviews
Our guide, Louise Russell, was absolutely amazing and made sure that everything was always... Natalie Tremblay , 2019 See more reviews
Well organised, the guide Tony was faultless, knowledgeable and great company. The hotel was a... Lee Brooks, 2019 See more reviews
We could not have wished for a better holiday. The guide, Stephano, was ideal for our group. He... Peter McGuire, 2019 See more reviews
Wonderful holiday! Everything was well organised, comfortable accommodation, delicious food, good... Mildred Curr, 2019 See more reviews
I’ve read the majority of the other reviews which cover everything I’d also want to say. It’s... Joy Winton, 2019 See more reviews
Itinerary Include flights Expand all Agerola to Agerola Day 1 Start Agerola. Those on group flights fly to Naples, where they will be met by their tour leader on arrival. A transfer of approximately 1 hour 20 minutes takes us to the Hotel Due Torri, our base for the week in the village of Bomerano, on the Agerola plains above the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy a warm welcome from our local hosts, the Acampora family, before settling in. Land only clients can arrive at any time, although we do recommend to join the group at the airport as public transport options to the hotel are limited. Meals included: Dinner Day 2 An impressive walk to top of Monte Tre Calli for great wide open views of the coastline. From the hotel it's a short stroll to the village square (or in the case of Bomerano, a triangle) and the start of today’s walk. The circular route provides a good chance to stretch the legs; following a mixture of paths and tracks we ascend to the top of Monte Tre Calli to be rewarded with spectacular wide-open views of the jagged coastline and seemingly endless blue sea. The Agerola Plain and the village of Bomerano are laid out below us and on a clear day we can see as far as the famous island of Capri, a haven and idyllic hideaway for many celebrated artists and writers over the past 200 years. After admiring the majestic scenery descend to Bomerano and enjoy some rest time before a hearty dinner. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 3 Follow mule tracks and steps down to Amalfi; free afternoon to explore the famous cathedral or the Paper Mill Museum. Start walking towards Amalfi, a town popular with the British since Edwardian times when the upper classes favoured it as a pleasant place to spend their winters. The route has a downhill bias, following the path from Bomerano at 700m to the shores of the Mediterranean, accompanied by wonderful coastal views. There are sections of steps today (approx. 2000 in total), but there are also plenty of opportunities to rest and go at your own pace. On arrival, you will see the large Duomo (Cathedral) dominating the town with its brightly-coloured tiled cupola (dome), which along with the baroque facade and interior, is a typical example of regional architecture. Take some time to explore the town, swim in the small bay or enjoy a well-earned gelato before taking the transfer back to Bomerano. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 4 Drive to Bay of Naples; visit fascinating ruins of Pompeii and take an optional walk up the vast crater of Mt Vesuvius. Transfer to the Bay of Naples, the area spanning between the region’s capital city, Naples, and the town famed for its lemon groves, Sorrento. Situated on the lower foothills of the volcano dominating the Gulf, Pompeii was a thriving port town until Vesuvius’ catastrophic eruption spanning two days in 79AD during which the city was buried in ash and pumice. Lost for 1700 years, Pompeii is now a UNESCO World Heritage site as the perfectly preserved remains give us an amazing insight into life in a Roman city, complete with bathhouses, bakeries and homes – some of which still have walls adorned with detailed frescoes. You may take some time to explore the site this morning, perhaps opting for a detailed tour accompanied by a local guide. After lunch, travel by bus high up onto the slopes of Vesuvius to view the volcanic crater. Depending on weather conditions, it may be possible to take one of the many extended walks around the caldera and beyond, led by an expert volcanologist (optional). Meals included: Breakfast Dinner Day 5 Walk from Ravello to Amalfi through the forests of the Valle delle Ferriere natural reserve. Today's walk starts in Ravello, a town much favoured by the Bloomsbury set and other artists and intellectuals due to its secluded location and inspirational scenery. Before setting off for the walk we have some free time to explore the town and visit Villa Cimbrone or Villa Rufolo with their meticulously landscaped gardens and breath-taking views out to the sea (optional). The route today is mostly downhill but it does include a considerable amount of steps. After descending and taking a quick stop in the village of Pontone, we continue through wooden bridges and shady paths carpeted with wild flowers in season, to the beautiful moss-clad waterfalls within the closed gates of the Valle delle Ferriere National Park. Finally, following the stream gently downwards through lemon groves, past the shells of former paper factories (a major local industry from the 12th to 19th centuries) and mediaeval ironworks we reach Amalfi. 5 hours walking, 10km – 6.2 miles, 214m – 702ft up - 450m – 1476ft down). Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 6 Free day to relax or take a boat to Capri, visit Naples or Herculaneum (all optional). Today we have a day at leisure to relax at the hotel or go down to the seafront. The hotel also offers private transfers (payable locally) to the most popular attractions in the region not covered during the rest of the week, including the city of Herculaneum. Also destroyed during the disaster of 79AD, Herculaneum was buried in mud rather than ash and it is said that this lead to the site being even better preserved than the bigger Pompeii. You might instead choose to take a ferry to the chic island of Capri and the funicular through lemon groves up to Capri town. These optional excursions can be arranged locally by your leader. Alternatively, spend the free day by the pool or in true Italian style in a café, sipping espresso and watching the world go by! Meals included: Breakfast Day 7 'Walk of the Gods' with superb panoramic views all the way to Positano; return by boat to Amalfi; try some locally-made Mozzarella cheese. A fitting finale to the week is one of the world's finest day walks. Leaving the hotel it's a short stroll through the quiet village of Bomerano before we join the ‘Sentiero degli Dei’ (Walk of the Gods), thus named as it provides some of the most evocative views in the world, of ragged cliffs speckled with tiny villages and extensive views of the sparkling Mediterranean sea. The route follows undulating hills, carpeted with flowers in season, the contours of the land and the coast. The trail is broken by insights into local life, passing shepherds huts and ancient stone houses carved into the limestone before we descend a long series of steps to the colourful Positano, an almost vertical town clinging to the rock face of a sheltered bay. Take some time to explore the alleyways lined with wisteria and designer boutiques or have a dip in the clear water of the beachfront before returning to Bomerano by boat and bus (seasonal) in the late afternoon. During the week many meals will have included some delicious local smoked mozzarella cheese and before dinner, we will have the chance to see how it is made and taste the mouth-wateringly fresh final product. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 8 End Agerola. Trip ends in Bomerano. Meals included: Breakfast
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Hotel Due Torri We spend 7 nights at the 3-star Hotel Due Torri in Bomerano, a small village in the municipality of Agerola, set high above the Amalfi Coast at an altitude of approximately 700m. Run by the warm and welcoming Acampora family, the Hotel Due Torri is well known for its great local cuisine, providing authentic dishes of the Campania region as well as fun pizza-making demonstrations. All rooms have en suite facilities, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. A limited number of superior rooms (with facilities including Jacuzzi bath, power showers and fridge) are also available for a supplement from £180 or equivalent per room payable pre-departure. Please ask your sales consultant for further info. Being higher up in the hills the property offers the benefit of cooler nights, although beaches are not too far away and there is a small outdoor pool. The village is generally quiet and provides a relaxing contrast to the busier towns by the sea. On occasion if the hotel is full you might be offered (upon booking) to stay at an alternative accommodation located within walking distance from the Due Torri. Guests staying at alternative accommodation will still make use of all the facilities of Hotel Due Torri, including the pool and restaurant.
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Reviewed October 2019 Jackie Hinrichsen Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Time of My Life! Thank you Exodus for such a wonderful adventure from beginning to end. Our tour guide Stefano was everything you could want and more. Informative, knowledgeable, flexible and lots of fun. Hotel 2 Torri was outstanding! Set in the beautiful surrounds of the peaceful town of Bomerano. Perfectly located in the Amalfi Coast. The Acampora family welcomed us warmly into their home. Owners Giovanni and Nicola treated everyone as family and their hospitality was excellent! Manager Gerardo Manna is amazing! A charming host who coordinates top service and waitering. Gerardo excelled in his efforts to meet everyone’s needs. His warm friendliness and consideration must also be noted. A great communicator and people person. Lots of fun! It was absolutely magical to hike the many surrounding treks of the Amalfi Coast. After each trek we arrived home to Hotel 2 Torri to a relaxing happy hour followed by the most beautiful food made with Italia love. I love to cook and was given the opportunity to help with the cooking demonstrations. The kitchen staff were great! I had the best time! Many wonderful memories made. I highly recommend this exceptional experience. Vi amo tutti all’ Hotel 2 Torri ❤️ What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Loved it all! What did you think of your group leader? Fantastic! Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Just do it!
Reviewed October 2019 Sarah Thorneycroft Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Beautiful part of Italy Really good trip covering the highlights of the Amalfi Coast. Some of the walking was a bit challenging but overall really enjoyed the experience - and the Path of the Gods was my favourite. It was really nice to stay in one place for the whole week and the food at the hotel was really good. Also liked the demonstrations we had in the kitchen and I have brought a few of the ideas home with me. I also opted to go yo Herculaneum on my free day which I enjoyed far more than Pompeii. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Walking the Path of the Gods What did you think of your group leader? Stefano was an inspiring and considerate guide making sure that we all enjoyed the experience - quite tricky sometimes as we were all had different levels of experience with hiking. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Be prepared for some challenging sections which are made harder when the weather is hot
Reviewed October 2019 Lindy Hayes Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Tda190928 Wonderful scenery walking paths in various conditions with plenty of steps What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Coming around corners to the most breathtaking scenery in the world What did you think of your group leader? Louise and Veriano enthusiastic guides, Veriano had lots of local knowledge. It was best when they could break the group up to walk at their own pace Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Get hills and steps in your legs before trip and wear light clothing that can breathe, I love my woollen T-shirt
Reviewed October 2019 Peter Hayes Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast 190928 The walks and views were as good as I hoped for What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The path of the gods was the highlight for me and the walk from Ravello was next What did you think of your group leader? Louise was very easy to get on with Do you have any advice for potential travellers? To get the most enjoyment you need to be a regular walker who used to hills steps and some rocky trails Is there anything else you would like to add? With in a walk group you could cater for the different pace walker better it wasn’t a problem for me but the were a few that had days off maybe nominate a sweeper at the back so they don’t feel pressured to keep up
Reviewed September 2019 Natalie Tremblay Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Amazing! But be mindful of the steps 😉 Our guide, Louise Russell, was absolutely amazing and made sure that everything was always running smooth. Hubby and I only brought running shoes instead of proper hiking boots and to do it again, we would bring light hiking boots that have ankle support. I accidentally fell on the first hike (totally my fault... Looked back while still walking and rolled my ankle) and ended up spraining my ankle. Louise was fabulous in providing first aid and giving me options to meet the group at different locations the following days. The rooms are simple, very clean and comfortable. The food is plentiful and very good. Highly recommend this tour! What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Hiking mount Vesuvius with the special guide and really going into the crater. The group of people that formed our group were really amazing and that also made a big difference. What did you think of your group leader? Louise is simply fantastic, professional, enthusiastic, compassionate, knowledgeable, easy going, funny, motivating, etc. She is truly passionate about the outdoors and is so well suited for this job! Loved her and so thankful we ended up in her group. The other leaders also gave us a very good impression. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Know that you'll be doing alot of steps and they are not city steps... Uneven, rocky steps and mostly going down. Hiking poles do help and the hotel Due Torri has some for free borrowing. Bring extra money for tipping the bus drivers, staff, and your leader as well as for drinks at the bar and wine with supper if desired. Is there anything else you would like to add? Great trip! Hikes leave around 8am and you come back around 4 or 5pm. Hikes range between 8 and 12 kms and are at a slow pace.
Reviewed September 2019 Lee Brooks Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Another Excellent Walking Holiday with Exodus Well organised, the guide Tony was faultless, knowledgeable and great company. The hotel was a lovely family run place and nothing was too much effort for the staff. The walks themselves just got better and better each day, ending with the 'Walk of the Gods'. It was our second trip with Exodus and we have booked for next year already. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Every day .......fabulous walks in a beautiful part of Italy. What did you think of your group leader? Top notch ....Tony was knowledgeable, managed the whole group and walks really well and really good fun to be with. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? ....just go and enjoy! :-)
Reviewed September 2019 Peter McGuire Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Excellent holiday with a great guide and group of fellow travellers We could not have wished for a better holiday. The guide, Stephano, was ideal for our group. He was patient, humorous and concerned for our wellbeing. He also arrange for our weather to be fantastic for the week. The walks had that Goldilocks aspect to them, not too hard yet not too easy. And what fantastic scenery and food. The hotel staff were excellent and made us all feel welcome. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Hard to choose as so much was so good. Loved the Walk of the Gods, Ravello, Vesuvius and Herculaneum. What did you think of your group leader? Excellent - see above Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Go with an open mind. Is there anything else you would like to add? Amalfi town was a disappointment as it was heaving and a bit of a rip-off but the walk down to is was lovely.
Reviewed September 2019 Mildred Curr Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Amalfi - 7 to 24 September 2019 Wonderful holiday! Everything was well organised, comfortable accommodation, delicious food, good company and of course stunning landscape. Thank you to our excellent guide Stefano, you made the excursions fun and stress- free for us. Am just sorry it is over. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Herculaneum was fascinating. It's hard to choose a favourite walk, probably the walk from Rapallo wins by a small margin. What did you think of your group leader? Stefano is an excellent tour guide, informative and patient and well- organised. Thank you Stefano! Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Practise walking up- and downhill a bit.. Is there anything else you would like to add? Holiday is good value.
Reviewed September 2019 Susanna Early Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Trip of a Lifetime Walking and trekking the Amalfi Coast. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The whole tour was inspirational. Everything from the places we visited, the walks to get there and the dinners at night with our group. What did you think of your group leader? Stefano was fantastic , funny, knowledgeable and a great guy to have as a guide. Would highly recommend him to others and will ask for him when I organise my next tour. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? If you are looking for a relaxing, leisurely paced walking tour.. this one isn’t for you. Is there anything else you would like to add? I found Exodus very well organised with the tours and I would definitely use and recommend Exodus again.
Reviewed September 2019 Joy Winton Trip: Walking The Amalfi Coast Just book it!! ... & do get yourself fit beforehand I’ve read the majority of the other reviews which cover everything I’d also want to say. It’s honestly a fabulous trip and you definitely won’t be disappointed. Loved it! If you’re going outside of July and August, I’d suggest taking some warm clothes/fleece with you as it gets cold at night. I’d also suggest an extension to your trip for 2-3 nights if you’ve time, to just relax on the beach or to stroll around a resort or even Naples afterwards, as there’s little rest and relaxation time throughout the week. The staff at the hotel are lovely - so genuinely warm and welcoming. The village where you stay is quiet yet a charming and authentic place. & the tour leader Stefano made a huge effort to interact with and to get to know everyone individually. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? I wasn’t at all focused on going to Mt Vesuvius, but loved climbing up to the rim of the volcano. Stefano the vulcanologist was really knowledgeable and made it easy to understand (even for dummies like me!). An achievement to climb to the top, with fabulous views and a unique experience. What did you think of your group leader? Stefano was great and found an excellent way of combining being a leader, whilst helping the group to really gel and simply being a part of the group. He took so many photos of all of us throughout the week, capturing various moments of fun, laughter, walking, climbing etc. He had a huge amount of energy and worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure everything ran smoothly (just get a new pair of reading glasses 😂). We all loved having a native leader and enjoumyed his laidback nature and style, knowing that he was still in charge when needed. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? * If you’re not already fit, then follow the training schedule Exodus sends you and start following it at least six weeks in advance. It’ll make your trip more enjoyable. I’d also rate this trip more of a grade 3. * Take warm clothes (fleeces, jeans, jackets) for the evenings and early mornings. Bomerano is high up and gets cold. Take some cold/throat medication too, just in case * Take a pair of flip flops/thongs for times when you don’t need your walking boots. Often we changed out of our shoes along the way. * Don’t expect hours of free time to explore the resorts (eg Positano, Ravello and Amalfi). View this trip as more of a taster to see where you’d like to go back to another time. Is there anything else you would like to add? Exodus - you’ve nailed exactly the right combination with this trip. Highly recommend it!
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