Discover Italy’s most beautiful southern regions on this 8-day walking tour
There is no better way to experience the magic of Southern Italy than on foot, where nothing separates you from the splendour of the land. The Campania and Amalfi Coast Walking Tour is an 8-day adventure that will take you through some of Southern Italy's most spectacular landscapes.
Discover Naples' treasures, a city teeming with life and known for its raw and palpable energy. Uncover its rich history as you walk among stunning architecture and admire the ever-present art that surrounds you. Walk the trails of Vesuvius National Park, taking in the mastery of this ancient volcano and observing the Gulf of Naples from above. Experience the Amalfi Coast's charm, famous for the magical landscapes that stretch its coast with the Tyrrhenian Sea's blue horizon as a most welcome backdrop.
Discover the treasures that await you on this walking tour of Campania and the Amalfi Coast. It's a journey that will ignite your senses and stay with you for years to come.
Highlights of the Campania and Amalfi Coast Walking Tour
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Campania and Amalfi Coast Walking Tour
Day 1 Arrive
Arrive in Naples, where you’ll be greeted by a city teeming with life! Check in to your hotel and get settled before setting out on a walk to explore your first stop on the tour.
Explore the vibrant city at your leisure, acquainting yourself with its fascinating history, architecture, and art. Your first evening in Naples would not be complete without experiencing the Neapolitan Pizza that this city is famous for, and you won’t have to look far to find the perfect spot. Gustare (enjoy)!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Naples
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Free day
Enjoy a free day in Naples!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Naples
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Walk Pompeii and Amalfi
After saying goodbye to Naples' magical streets and alleys, you'll take the Circumvesuviana to Pompeii. You've no doubt heard of this fascinating ancient Roman city, destroyed (and preserved) by Vesuvius's eruption in 79 AD. Discover the city's ruins that were frozen in time under a blanket of ash and pumice, exploring villas, temples, and Roman baths.
In the afternoon, the excitement continues with a transfer to Amalfi! The picturesque town nestled beneath steep cliffs is a dream to discover on foot. Walkthrough the charming alleys and be sure to visit the Amalfi Cathedral, a medieval masterpiece built throughout the 9th and 10th centuries.
Enjoy your first evening in Amalfi dining at one of its many famous restaurants and enjoying the breathtaking views off the coast.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Amalfi
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Walk the Lemon Trail
Today you’ll walk one of the most fascinating landscapes of the entire tour, the Lemon Trail. This scenic route lies on the headland between the cities of Maiori and Minori.
After breakfast, a short bus transfer will take you to the village of Maiori. Here you’ll walk the Lemon Trail, admiring the vast lemon groves and delighted by the tantalizing citrus scent that fills the air.
Passing Minori, you’ll ascend towards the small village of Torello, where you’ll discover the Church of San Michele Arcangelo. The church boasts panoramic views of the sea that are sure to take your breath away.
Finally, you’ll descend towards Atrani and return to Amalfi.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Amalfi
Distance: 3 hours, 7 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Walk the Amalfi Coast Trails
This morning a public bus will take you to the town of Ravello, a UNESCO site located 365m above sea level. Ravello boasts captivating landscapes and endless architectural beauty.
Walking from Ravello, you'll take a scenic trail through the terraces up to the medieval village of Pontone.
The final stretch continues through the Valley of Ferriere, where an old paper mill's ruins are ripe for exploring.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Amalfi
Distance: 3 hours, 7 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Trek from Amalfi to Agerola
Today’s journey on the Amalfi Coast will take you along one of the oldest footpaths in the region.
The trail is enveloped by the Mediterranean bush and weaves between cultivated terraces and villas built into the towering cliffs. Delight in this most scenic of walks surrounded by oak and carob forest, strawberry patches, and olive groves.
The trail leads to tonight’s accommodations in Agerola, where you’ll return feeling pleasantly charmed by the stunning Amalfi Coast landscape.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Agerola
Distance: 3 hours, 9 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Walk the Path of Gods to Positano
The Path of Gods that spans the Amalfi Coastal trails connects the hamlet of Bomerano di Agerola to the hamlet of Nocelle di Positano.
The winding path overlooks the vast sea, and the views of the Amalfi Coast here are unparalleled.
Enjoy this unspoiled landscape, offering nothing but nature, sun and sea as you continue the trail to your final descent into the famous city of Positano. The cliffside village is, without a doubt, the most elegant and well-known destination on the Amalfi Coast. Explore the narrow streets lined with charming cafes and shops. Revel in the panorama of colours that paint the towering Mediterranean houses in bright pinks and yellows. Soak up fascinating Roman history in the vicinity of the Church dell’Assunta.
The possibilities for exploring Positano are endless! Enjoy this beautiful city at your leisure before taking public transport back to Agerola for your final evening of the tour.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Agerola
Distance: 4 hours, 14 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Depart
Your journey comes to an end this morning, but the memories you’ve made are sure to last a lifetime.
Make your way to the airport where you’ll depart. Addio Italy!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need.
2025 Departures:
The departures are available daily, from March 1st to November 15th.
- Single room: from $25 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $875 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.
Book NowAccommodation on the Campania and Amalfi Coast Walking Tour
This tour is based in 3-star hotels and B&Bs. The hotels offer pleasant rooms with ensuite bathrooms and great locations. Rooms are double occupancy and single travellers will pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other, comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel in Naples ★★★
This hotel offers private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, basic amenities, and a comfortable experience in an excellent location.
Hotel in Amalfi
A centrally located hotel in Amalfi will be confirmed upon your booking.
Hotel in Agerola ★★★
This hotel offers private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, basic amenities, and a comfortable experience in an excellent location.
What’s Included in Campania and Amalfi Coast Walking Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
A private transfer on Day 2 is included on this tour. Luggage transfers between hotels on Day 3 and Day 5 are included. Private transfer on day 3 is included too.
Also Included
- Maps and route directions
- Phone assistance between 8 am and 9 pm
Not included
- Flights to and from Italy
- Airport and local public transfers
- Visas if required
- Travel insurance
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Meals or drinks and snacks not previously mentioned
- Guide
- Fees not mentioned as 'included'
Optional Extras
- Guided trekking to the crater of Vesuvius: 10EUR per person
- Single room supplements
- Solo traveller supplements
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Campania and Amalfi Coast Walking Tour
Slow Active Tours is a tour operator specializing in "slow pace" outdoor activities, which mainly concern cycling, trekking and snorkeling in beautiful Italy. Based in Puglia, the wonderful heel of Italy, Slow Active Tours was born from a long experience in responsible and sustainable tourism, combined with a love for culture and a strong passion for traditions, history and respect for nature.
Dynamic holidays "at a slow pace", because in this way it is possible to savor every moment of a great journey, full of adventure, hearty breakfasts, moments of peaceful well-being, food and wine tastings, fresh dips in the most beautiful seas of Italy, smiles and chat with the locals.
Each trip includes everything you need to make the experience comfortable and to be free to travel safely.
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