Capri Island to Amalfi Coast

Arrive in Sorrento with public transports.  As soon as you get settled in your accommodation, step outside and breathe in the incredibly fresh, crisp air of the Mediterranean Sea. In the afternoon you can visit the historic centre, and in the evening, let all your senses be delighted as you prepare for your phenomenal walking adventure ahead.

Take the ferry from the port of Sorrento to Capri Island, the pearl of the Bay of Naples. Here you have a choice of two walks, a short easy walk to visit Emperor Tiber’s villa or a longer coastal walk from the hill town of Anacapri down to the west coast, with the option of an additional easy panoramic coastal walk to the Blue Grotto. On the island you can use the public bus or cable car to travel around. In the late afternoon return to Sorrento by ferry. 

Walk A: Roman Villa Jovis (Tiberio), 7,5 km
This is an easy walk that goes from the town of Capri to the Roman Villa Jovis from where Emperor Tiberio is said to have thrown his rivals and unwanted guests off the cliff. Walk along paved and cobbled lanes lined with luxurious gardens, and take in great views of the western side of the island and the Gulf of Naples.

Distance: 7,5 km

Elevation gain: +435/-467 m

Walk B: From Anacapri to Punta Carena and extension to Blue Grotto, 7 km
A really spectacular walk with really great views of the Faraglioni, Capri, the Gulf of Naples and the imposing cliffs between Monte Solaro and Punta Carena.  From Punta Carena you return by bus to Anacapri where you change bus to reach Capri or Marina Grande OR you can continue walking to the Blue Grotto.

Distance: 7 km

Elevation gain: +300/-560 m

Walk C: Extension to Blue Grotto from Punta Carena, 6 km
This is one of the most picturesque trails on the island. The path gently contours the coast offering spectacular sea views from the cliffs and 19th century military forts. From the end of the walk take the local bus to Piazza della Pace, Anacapri.

Distance: 6 km

Elevation gain: +486/-588 m

The day's walk takes you to the lovely Promontory of Punta Campanella offering spanning views on the Bay of Jeranto, the Island of Capri and the Amalfi Coast, the walk is not too long giving you time to relax at the hotel and time for a dip in the Mediterranean blue sea. 

Distance: 22, 17 or 10 km

Elevation gain: +846/-632 m, +507/-875 m, +445/-750 m, 

The day's walk takes you to the lovely Bay of Jeranto offering great views on the Island of Capri and the Amalfi Coast and ample time to go for a dip in the Mediterranean blue sea.

Distance: 8,5 km

Elevation gain: +549/-549 m

A private transfer will lead you to Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi from where you walk to Colli San Pietro, located slightly inland and high above the coastline.  Today’s picturesque walk is along old country lanes and footpaths through terraced fields, olive and lemon groves that open out onto the Mediterranean. Here you can clearly smell the wild flowers and Mediterranean scrub.  In the afternoon take a local bus to Amalfi where you will be staying for 3 nights. 

Distance: 9,5 km

Elevation gain: +329/-416 m

This is the most famous of all the walks on the Amalfi coast along the Sentiero degli Dei, the Path of the Gods. Immense coastal panoramas and a high cliff coastline will accompany you from Bomerano, (that you reach with the local bus from Amalfi), all the colourful village of Positano perched on the side of the mountain. From Positano take a local bus back to Amalfi.  

Distance: 12,6 km

Elevation gain: +70/-711 m

Today you can choose from 2 walks though the Valle delle Ferriere or mills.  

Walk A: Valle delle Ferriere walk (Pontone-Pogerola-Amalfi) (10 km)

A shorter but more demanding walk via Madonna dei Fuondi Sanctuary which follows inland paths through the Valle delle Ferriere park, passing by ancient mills and rivers with hidden views of the villages below.

Walk B: Pontone-Pogerola-Amalfi above the Valle delle Ferriere (11 km)
The longer loop will satisfy the demanding walker with its spectacular views of the bay of Salerno and the high cliffs of the Amalfi coast 

Distance: 10 km or 11 km

Elevation gain: +1000/-990 m or +790/-770 m

The trip and our services end after breakfast. You can depart Amalfi by local bus to reach Naples airport. 

A great trip to discover the beauty of Amalfi Coast and walk among some of the world's most iconic views: this trip includes Sentiero degli Dei, widely considered among the most beautiful hikes in the world. Some of the days offer hikes of different lenght and difficulty to choose among. The Sentiero degli Dei is not recommended to vertigo sufferers. 

For our trips, we always select accommodations with private rooms and private bathrooms. In rare cases, shared accommodations or shared bathrooms may be included, so we recommend carefully checking the inclusions section to understand the type of accommodation provided for the trip you’re interested in.

We place great importance on the choice of lodging and select hotels with care and attention. We know how essential it is to rest well after a day of walking. We prefer welcoming and charming accommodations, ideally family-run, that truly embody the spirit of the place and can welcome you with comfort and warmth.

Where, due to the nature of the route, the choice of accommodations is limited, we select the option that best aligns with our standards.