Amalfi Coast Family Adventure

Name: Amalfi Coast Family Adventure
Brand: Exodus
Rating: 4.7 (31 reviews)

8 Days Excluding Flights From

8 Days from

£ 1899

4.7/5 from

Family

Activity Level

Easy & Moderate

Comfort Level

Classic

Ways to Travel :

Guided Group

Activity :

Family

Group Size :

4 - 18

Ages :

Trip Code :

FVI

Carbon Footprint :

18kg CO2e per person per day

Enjoy an Italian family vacation taking in Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii and authentic Neapolitan pizzas

Discover the magical Amalfi Coast on this adventure specifically designed with kids in mind. Guided by an expert tour leader with lots of experience keeping all ages happy, we explore the beautiful coastline, Pompeii ruins, and slopes of Mount Vesuvius, plus plenty more. There’s a fun pizza-making evening too, plus time to relax and enjoy the company of the group. Expect to make plenty of friends and return with beaming smiles.

Highlights

Live ‘la dolce vita’ with your family on the Amalfi Coast: a week of culture, fun and adventure
Enjoy warm Italian hospitality from the Acampora family at Hotel Due Torri
Whip up a storm in the kitchen with fun cooking demonstrations from the in-house chef
Hop back 2,000 years on a visit to Pompeii and get close to the Vesuvius crater
Explore one of the most desirable coastlines in Europe by boat and kayak
Walk a section of the Path of the Gods, one of the great coastal hikes in Europe

Key Information

Accommodation: 7 Classic nights (Hotel Due Torri)
Travel by private minibus, boat and on foot
Group normally 4 to 18, plus leader. Designed for ages 9 to 12, also suitable for ages 13 to 16
Six days of walking, boat trips, sightseeing and kayaking (seasonal)

Countries visited: Italy

What's Included

All breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners
All accommodation
All transport and listed activities
Tour leader throughout
Group arrival and departure transfers available

What's Not Included

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations
Local city tax (approx. €14)

Sustainability and Impact

As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.

We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.

This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.

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For flights call us on 0203 733 5948 or enquire when booking online

Regional flights available

Competitive flight prices

Specialist Flight Support

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Itinerary

Agerola Agerola

This trip starts 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.

Please note: It is possible the order of the itinerary will be changed to ensure the best possible conditions for each activity during the trip. All listed activities and services will be included. Your leader will inform you of any changes locally after assessing conditions.

If you wish to tailor your journey by adding extra nights, speak with your sales representative for detailed information on available pre-tour, post-tour and extension packages.

Meals included: Dinner

After a 30-minute private transfer to Amalfi, we take the boat along the coast to Positano, a near vertical town of colourful buildings reached by a network of ancient paths and tracks. On the journey, we enjoy classic views of the Amalfi Coast. In Positano, we explore this picturesque town, strolling among the winding streets. There is time to visit the beautiful cathedral, swim in the sea or shop in the boutiques. We also enjoy an optional lunch in a pizzeria and a refreshing Italian gelato before returning in the late afternoon to Bomerano by boat and minibus.

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

We descend from the Agerola hills and head to the famous volcano that looms over Naples, Mount Vesuvius. The vehicle takes you to an altitude of approximately 3,280ft (1,000m) and from there to the crater we need to ascend on a path, which is approximately 490ft (150m) long and quite steep in places. A local guide then takes us on a short walk along the crater rim, explaining the fascinating history of Vesuvius. During adverse weather conditions, such as fog, storms or heavy rain, the local authorities may decide to restrict or prevent access to Vesuvius. If this occurs, we take you to Herculaneum to visit the perfectly preserved remains and virtual museum, which give an amazing insight into the life of an ancient Roman city.

Transfer to Pompeii in the afternoon, a thriving port town until the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius spanning two days in 79 CE, during which the city was buried in ash and pumice. Lost for 1,700 years, Pompeii is now a 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 time to explore the site independently, but we recommend opting for a detailed tour accompanied by a local guide, which can be hired locally for approximately €10 per person depending on the group size. We return to the hotel by bus in the late afternoon.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, we take a short walk to visit a cheese factory in Agerola, where we can sample freshly made mozzarella, prepared in front of us following a centuries-old recipe.

We then depart for Amalfi, which was popular with the British upper classes in Edwardian times. The large duomo (cathedral) dominates the town with brightly coloured tiles so typical of the region. We have a few hours to explore the historic centre and alleys before touring the Paper Museum, which celebrates the long-established paper-making tradition in Amalfi. The guide explains how Amalfi paper was once made and you can experiment yourself, using ancient paper-making machines. We then head back to the hotel for a pizza-making class before dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is free to relax by the hotel pool or at one of the local beaches. Alternatively, opt to take a day trip to Capri and explore the island on foot, by boat and chairlift. Another option is to spend the day in Ravello, a peaceful town high on the cliffs above Amalfi, famous for its gardens and impressive cathedral. Your tour leader will not always join these optional activities but will help you to arrange transport locally.

Meals included: Breakfast

The Amalfi Coast is also renowned for colourful ceramics and this morning we visit a local artisan’s bottega, where the kids can paint a pottery souvenir. Later, we hike a short section of the Path of the Gods, one of the finest coastal trails in the world. The route follows the contours of the land with amazing views of the coastline far below. The terrain can be rocky or uneven at times and there are parts that are a little exposed and therefore not suitable for severe vertigo sufferers. After the walk, we return to the hotel on foot, where we have lunch by the pool (included, weather permitted).

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

After a scenic 30-minute ride down to Amalfi, we enjoy a half-day kayak along the Amalfi Coast. This is the perfect finale for the trip as it allows us to explore the coastline from a spectacular angle. After a short introductory lesson on how to kayak and safety at sea, we set off towards the Marmorata waterfall, led by an experienced local guide. The route takes us along the finest Amalfi beaches, under natural rock arches and into sea caves, giving us the opportunity to admire the old watch towers that dot the entire length of this coast. Those not wishing to participate can wait for the rest of the group at the lovely beach where the activity starts. Kayaking is normally possible only between May and September. At other times of the year, or in the event of bad weather and rough sea conditions, your tour leader arranges an alternative activity such as a memorable day trip to Sorrento or Capri. We return to the hotel in the evening and enjoy a delicious farewell group dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The adventure ends after breakfast. Say a fond farewell to the hotel, which may feel a bit like a second home by now, and begin our return journey home.

Meals included: Breakfast

Extend Your Trip

Rome City Break Extension

Amalfi Coast Family Adventure

Extend your adventure and discover Rome, where millennia-old ruins from the Roman empire rub shoulders with the world’s great art and cuisine.

Few capitals have quite the collection of attractions, from the mighty Colosseum, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, to the Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum. It also has more than 900 churches, about 2,000 fountains and enough museums and galleries to keep you busy for a lifetime.

Stay for as many nights as you wish in a choice of hotels. Maybe you want to stay in walking distance of the Spanish Steps or have a panoramic view from your rooftop terrace? Let us know your preferences and we’ll take care of all the details, including transfers.

Essential Info

Is this trip for you?

This trip is graded Activity Level 2 (Easy & Moderate). For more information on our trip gradings, visit the Activity Level Guidelines page.

Suitability: Though this trip has been designed for nine to 12-year-olds, it’s also suitable for 13 to 16-year-olds. Our Family trips are aimed at children in the primary age group, so if your child is in the secondary age group, they may find it a little easier. Our goal is to have similarly aged children on each departure, which allows the tour leader to better adapt the trip as required. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip, please contact us.

Itinerary: This adventure aims to show you the best parts of the Amalfi Coast using a mixture of private buses, boats and sightseeing on foot. Though there is no strenuous physical activity involved, some days will be busy and in summer the heat and humidity can be tiring. Please be aware that the order of the itinerary may be changed to ensure the best possible conditions for each activity.

Weather: The region 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.

Journeys: Travel time is kept to a minimum (maximum two hours on the bus per day) and the private vehicles used are comfortable and have air conditioning. On most days, you are back at the hotel at the end of the afternoon, with a couple of free hours before dinner to rest or enjoy the hotel pool. There is also one free day and leisure time at the beach included. Please be prepared for some drives on winding coastal roads. In unexpected weather conditions, the boat journeys may be replaced with minibuses.

Hiking: There are two hikes included. During the Mount Vesuvius visit, the vehicle takes you to an altitude of approximately 3,280ft (1,000m); from there to the crater, you need to ascend on a path which is approximately 490ft (150m) long and quite steep in places. Along the Path of the Gods, we walk on a marked path; however, the terrain can be rocky or uneven at times and there are parts that are a little exposed, therefore not suitable for severe vertigo sufferers. This hike usually takes around 90 minutes.

Kayaking: The kayaking excursion lasts approximately four hours including stops. Each minor should be accompanied by one adult in a double kayak. No previous experience is necessary, but participants must be able to swim. Kayaking is normally only possible between May and September. In the event of rough sea conditions, the activity will not take place. In this case, your guide will arrange an alternative trip to the island of Capri or the coastal town of Sorrento.

Accommodation: There is high demand for our Amalfi tours. As such, it’s likely there will be more than one of our groups at the hotel; it is also open to guests outside our groups. Our tour leaders are used to this and any additional groups are either on a different tour or follow an alternative itinerary. This includes the same excursions but taken in a different order.

Local tourism: During the high season, usually May to September, popular towns along the Amalfi coast such as Positano, Amalfi itself and the island of Capri, can be quite busy.

Following a review of all our trips we have categorised this trip as not suitable for full wheelchair users, but it may be suitable for other persons of reduced mobility. Please contact customer services to discuss the trip and your personal condition.

Joining Instructions

Key information

Hotel: Hotel Due Torri, Via Divina Costiera, 9, 80051 Agerola NA
Phone: +39 081 879 1257
Recommended arrival time: Between 4pm and 6pm at the start hotel. However, if you have any special requests, you can contact your sales representative
Airport: Naples International Airport (NAP)

Getting to the start hotel

The start hotel is approximately a one-hour drive from the airport. We provide one group arrival transfer from the airport, which is timed to coincide with the arrival of a chosen flight from London, UK. You may join this transfer at no extra cost, provided you can be at the airport before the transfer leaves.

Additionally, there are two more shared airport transfers to Hotel Due Torri, which can be booked for an extra cost (about €42 per person). Speak to your sales representative for the times and prices of these two shared transfers.

If you would like further information on joining this trip, please speak to your sales representative.

Catching your return flight

There’s a group departure transfer to the airport timed to coincide with a chosen flight to London, UK. Please speak to your sales representative if you wish to join. If the group departure transfer does not suit your flight time, speak to your sales representative to arrange an alternative transfer.

Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our office or your travel agent.

Location start: Agerola
Location end: Agerola

Vaccinations and Health

Italy

There are no required vaccinations. However, you may want to consider vaccinations for tetanus, rabies and tick-borne encephalitis. Please confirm with your doctor or travel clinic.

Passport

Remember to check the expiration date of your passport if travelling internationally. Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after the date of your scheduled return.

Visa

Italy

Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally do not need a visa to enter Italy. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.

Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.

• Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/italy
• Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/italy
• United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy/entry-requirements
• USA:  www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Italy.html

Please note: it is compulsory to carry ID with you at all times in Italy.

Food & Drink

All breakfasts, four packed lunches, one regional lunch and five 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 standard is excellent and 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.

Weather

Southern Italy, in common with a lot of the Mediterranean, possesses a hot, dry climate in summer, with cooler but slightly damper spring and autumn periods, and at coastal levels mild, damp winters. Rainfall is expected in winter months with an average of one day in three affected. It is particularly important to note the high temperatures during summer, which can often reach 35C (95F) by the coast. Unseasonable cold spells are possible at any time of year, during which you will need warm clothes, especially in the hills up in Bomerano where evening temperatures can be lower than expected. It is important to be equipped for cooler weather in early spring, late autumn and winter.

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Hotel Due Torri, a family-run three-star albergo in Bomerano

We spend seven nights at Hotel Due Torri, a mid-sized hotel run by the welcoming Acampora family, who turn out authentic Campanian dishes in the restaurant and put on a show with their fun pizza-making demonstrations.

It sits in Bomerano, a peaceful village that forms part of the Agerola municipality, up in the hills and away from the often-bustling Amalfi Coast.

Being higher up, the hotel benefits from cooler nights, although beaches are not too far away. There is a small heated outdoor pool (usually open from mid-April to mid-October) and energy is generated by a solar panel system.

The 41 rooms vary in style and size and are spread across two main buildings and two cosy apartments a short walk from the main hotel. A limited number of upgraded rooms, which include a jacuzzi style bathtub, power shower and fridge, are also available for a supplement payable before departure. Please ask your sales representative for further information.

Amenities

Hydromassage pool for refreshing post-hike dips
Buzzy restaurant serving local dishes
Limited number of upgraded rooms available with jacuzzi style bathtub

Worth knowing

Pool opening dates are subject to local weather conditions and pool maintenance requirements; cooler months may not be suitable for swimming
When the hotel is full, you might still be able to join the trip on your preferred date by staying at an alternative accommodation just a short walk from the main hotel. You will be provided with full details upon booking and have full access to all the Due Torri facilities, including the pool and restaurant.
A kettle is available in the rooms. Please request tea/coffee bags at reception

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Amalfi Coast: Pompeii and Pizza

Trying to entertain an energetic 11 year old and their mum is no easy task but this holiday did exactly that! A perfect blend of culture and activity along with an experienced tour guide on what level of information to give, what pace to go and keep the interest of all ages.

We loved it! Molto Beno

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing Mount Vesuvius

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduardo was just great. You can tell he is very experienced and really made the holiday!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Its always a little cooler on climbing the mountains so make sure that you pack a jumper/coat for that day!

Nichola Bishop

Going up the chair lift on the isle of Capri to see the views from the top. The visit to Pompeii was amazing and the walk with the gods had breathtaking views.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eduardo was excellent, he made the holiday wonderful. He organised everything really well and catered for everyone's needs. I was able to completely unwind and relax as he took care of everything. We managed to see so much which we would have not been able to do on our own. He took us to see the most amazing views, this will certainly be a holiday to remember.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for lots of walking, but so worth it when you get there.

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8 Days Excluding Flights From

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Amalfi Coast Family Adventure

Enjoy an Italian family vacation taking in Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii and authentic Neapolitan pizzas

Sustainability and Impact

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Your Group, Your Adventure

Itinerary

Agerola Agerola

Extend Your Trip

Rome City Break Extension

Essential Info

Is this trip for you?

Joining Instructions

Key information

Getting to the start hotel

Catching your return flight

Vaccinations and Health

Italy

Passport

Visa

Italy

Food & Drink

Weather

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Hotel Due Torri, a family-run three-star albergo in Bomerano

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Trip Experts

Severio Serbina

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Reviews

Fantastic experience of Amalfi Coast

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An amazing family experience

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Holiday Bellissimo

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Pompei and Amalfi Coast

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Fantastic family experience

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Amalfi Coast: Pompeii and Pizza

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Perfect pizza, heavenly Herculaneum

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October on the Amalfi coast

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amalfi coast pompeii and pizza

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Amalfi Coast Pompeii Pizza

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