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THE AMALFI COAST —SELF GUIDED WALKING HOLIDAY
The Amalfi Coast has drawn film stars and celebrities to it’s stunning coast line since Victorian
times and its attraction is no less strong today. Huge cliffs tumble hundreds of metres into the
turquoise Mediterranean sea to create an indescribably beautiful coastline, listed by UNESCO as a
world heritage site.
Get under the skin of the real Italy as you wander along ancient coastal pathways. Picturesque villages
and towns perched improbably on the hillside combined with an exceptional diversity of landscape
provide the perfect landscape for walking. Ancient paths wind through fragrant lemon groves and terraced
vineyards, rewarding you with breathtaking views at every twist and turn.
Your holiday starts in the town of Amalfi, an ancient Maritime Republic famous for its refined architecture
and your base for the first three nights. Agerola is your next stop, a rural community situated on an high
plan surrounded by a dramatic landscape rising steeply from the shore to rugged mountains. Your walking
holiday continues to the fishing village of Praiano and then you explore the most marvelous section of the
“Footpath of Gods”, walking though an unmatched Mediterranean landscape.
Walking along the amazing pathway network on the Amalfi Coast.
Visiting the charming town of Ravello and its gardens.
Enjoying the delicious local cuisine and wines.
Absorbing the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean.
Exploring the world famous Isle of Capri at your own pace.
Why choose Macs Adventure?
Macs Adventure is a small, energetic company dedicated to delivering adventure excellence. We are
passionate about delivering outstanding walking holidays where every last detail is taken care of. As
active walkers with a passion for travel we understand what makes for an unforgettable adventure. Great
trails, breathtaking scenery and warm, welcoming accommodation, wonderful food and wine, all backed up
by outstanding customer service.
Each holiday we offer is unique, tailor made to meet your requirements. From your first contact with Macs
Adventure you will deal with a local specialist who knows the region intimately.
Why Choose a Guided Walking Holiday in Amalfi?
Self guided walking holidays are a wonderful relaxed way to discover the landscapes, food and wine of the
Amalfi Coast. There is no better way to explore a landscape than on foot. Immerse yourself in the sights,
sounds and smells of this unique landscape where man and nature have combined so elegantly. On a self
-guided walking holiday you are free to travel at your own pace and wander off the beaten track. We will
supply you with comprehensive route notes, a clear map and a pre-departure information pack to guide
you every step of the way. Your baggage is moved between hotels where necessary.
THE AMALFI COAST
A UNIQUE & ALLURING COASTAL WALK
SUMMARY
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Accommodation: Hand-picked small family run
hotels and agriturismo.
Meals: A hearty breakfast included. Lunch and
dinner not included but always available at ac-
commodation or nearby.
Baggage Transfer: Door-to-door baggage
transfer when required.
Travel: Naples is 80km north of Amalfi and the
most convenient airport. Train/bus/taxis/private
transfers available but not included.
IS IT FOR ME?
Does your perfect holiday include
stumbling upon hidden coves, deep blue
seas and undiscovered gems? Do you enjoy
wonderful food and wine ? Yes? Well this
walking holiday is for you!
Tour: The Amalfi Coast
Code: WItSTAC
Type: Self-Guided Walking Holiday
Price: See Website
Dates: April to October on any day.Walking Days: 6Nights: 7Start: AmalfiFinish: PraianoDistance: 3.5—5.5 Hours Daily
Grade: Moderate
HIGHLIGHTS
THE AMALFI COAST
Code: WItSTACDays: 8 (6 Days Walking)Nights: 7Average Daily Distance: 8—12 KmsHours Walking Per Day: 3.5—5.5 Hrs
DESCRIPTION
The Amalfi Coast walking holiday is a unique and
alluring journey through an amazing region
where man and nature combine to form an
enchanting landscape. Discover the real Italy as
you traverse the ancient pathways and
staircases of the Sorrento peninsula, which offers
some of the most spectacular coastal views in
Europe.
GRADE
This holiday is graded moderate and it is suitable
for those who are in good physical condition. The
area is undulating with ascents and descents and
during summer, temperatures are high. Most of
the route follows dirt tracks and stepped trails
although you will be following minor paved road
occasionally.
NAVIGATION
The route is not way-marked and it is necessary
to follow the detailed walking notes and maps
provided.
DAY 1
Arrive Starting Point: Amalfi
We recommend flying to Naples International
Airport. Amalfi is 75km by road from the airport
and we can arrange taxi transfers or you can
travel by train to Sorrento and then bus/taxi to
Amalfi.
Overnight: Amalfi is the ancient capital of the
Amalfi Maritime Republic. Surrounded by
enchanting mountains, wile away the hours
exploring the steep streets and alleyways of this
charming town.
DAY 2
The Valley of the Ancient Mills Walk(5.5 hrs)
Starting from your hotel you follow a scenic path
up to the medieval Tower of Zirro to enjoy the
first of many stunning coastal views. Walking
along twisting mule tracks, through the fragrant
groves of the typical lemon trees, you head into
the wooded hills. You soon enter the valley of the
watermills and can explore the ruins of the many
paper factories. These date back to the 11th
century and made Amalfi paper famous. The
next highlight is the hamlet of Ravello with its
picturesque gardens of Villa Cimbrone and the
stunning 13th-century Villa Rufolo. You then walk
back to Amalfi through Atrani.
Overnight: Amalfi
DAY 3
Isle of Capri Walk (3.5 hrs to 5 hrs)
An unforgettable day of walking and exploring
awaits as you take a boat to the Isle of Capri.
You walk towards the impressive Roman ruins of
the Villa Jovis, the palace of Emperor Tiberius,
before joining the coastal path along the Arco
Naturale until you reach the Faraglioni - the
peculiar rocks protruding out of the sea. Later
you can choose to visit the Convent of San
Giacomo and the Gardens of Emperor Augustus
or relax while enjoying a gelato, before returning
to Amalfi.
Overnight: Amalfi
DAY 4
Scala and the nature reserve of“Valle delle Ferriere” (5Hrs)
To start your day you take the public bus from
Amalfi into the mountains to the village of Scala
(25 mins). A quiet path leads into the nature
reserve of “Valle delle Ferriere”, a deep valley
surrounded by high cliffs. The stable
microclimate allows for the preservation of the
Woodwardia radicans - a rare type of long-leafed
fern from the pre-glacial age. Your walk
continues through meadows, small waterfalls and
spectacular landscapes on a high path to the tiny
hamlet of Pogerola. You then descend an
ancient flight of steps towards the Amalfi and
your overnight stop of Agerola.
Overnight: Agerola
The village of Agerola sits at 600m above sea
level in a wide green valley surrounded by thick
natural forest and offers spectacular sea and
mountain views.
DAY 5
Coastal Views from Mt. Tre Calli (5Hrs)
Today’s walk is one of superlatives. Incredible
coastal views from ancient paths cut into the
mountainside will have you continually reaching
for your camera. From the central square of
Bomerano (Agerola) the walk leads toward the
highest massif of Amalfi Coast, Sant’Angelo a
Tre Pizzi. The coastal views are inspiring!
Further along walk around Mt. Tre Calli, you can
enjoy the Amalfi’s finest viewpoints with sights of
Positano, the finis terrae and the Isle of Capri.
Overnight: Agerola
Day Route Kms
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Arrive Amalfi
Valley of Ancient Mills
Isle of Capri
Valle delle Ferriere Walk
Mt. Tre Calli Walk
Walk to Praiano
Footpath of the Gods Walk
Onward Travel
0
13
10
10
10
11
9
0
DETAILED ITINERARY
THE AMALFI COAST
A UNIQUE & ALLURING COASTAL WALK
DAY 6
The Fjord of Furore (5 Hrs)
Starting from Agerola you follow ancient
alleyways, which for centuries linked the high-
plain of Agerola and the rural communities
situated on the terraced shoreline. Following a
network of paved paths, the walk arrives at the
highest point of the Fjord of Furore, a
spectacularly deep gash into the Amalfi Coast.
You descend steeply into the valley, passing an
old mill, ancient paper factory and a small fishing
village before arriving at a lovely beach on the
shore. Following the fjord to the shore you arrive
in the coastal town of Praiano.
Overnight: Praiano
Praiano is the hidden gem of the Amalfi Coast, a
quaint fishing town away from the busy tourist
areas and offering rich culture and history, great
views of Positano and an authentic experience.
DAY 7
The Footpath of the Gods (4,5 Hrs)
The Footpath of the Gods is justifiably the most
famous walk on the Amalfi Coast and the
highlight of your walking holiday. From Praiano
you climb steeply to reach the convent of San
Domenico, a stunning view point and the
beginning of the most spectacular part of the
world famous “Sentiero degli Dei” (Footpath of
the Gods). As the path twists and turns high
above the sea it offers some of the most
remarkable views on the Amalfi Coast. Terraced
lemon groves and tiny villages cling to steep cliffs
over the crystal blue sea. You follow the
vertiginous trail to the village of Nocelle, and then
on to the charming town of Positano. Return by
bus to Praiano.
Overnight: Praiano
DAY 8
Onward Travel
From Praiano you can return to Naples by bus/
train or private transfer.
Time of Year
We operate this tour from April to October. July
and August are best avoided as it can be too hot
for walking and towns and beaches are
overcrowded. Amalfi Climate Information
Additional Nights
Many of our clients choose to add extra nights
along the walk to sample more of the amazing
cultural attractions available in Campania. If you
choose to extend your holiday we would
recommend extra nights in Napoli, Amalfi, Capri,
Agerola and Praiano.
Fewer Nights
If you wish to reduce the number of nights we
can tailor your trip to your requirements.
Vesuvius & Pompeii
The buried Roman city of Pompeii is a UNESCO
World Heritage Site while Vesuvius is Europe’s
only active volcano. Our three night Vesuvius
and Pompeii extension allows you to explore
these incredible attractions as well as trying to
find the perfect pizza in Napoli.
Alternative Holiday Extensions
Why not extend your time in Italy with a city
break in Rome or even an extra week of walking
in Tuscany or Umbria?
Carefully selected, family run and authentic
accommodation is a wonderful feature of this
holiday and your experience of the Amalfi Coast.
Our standard Amalfi Coast package includes
hand-picked 3* hotel accommodation which offer
a warm welcome, delicious local food and a good
standard of rooms, details below.
ACCOMMODATION DETAILS
Amalfi: Albergo Lido Mare (3***)
The Albergo Lido Mare is run by the Camera
family who offer hearty and warm welcome.
Situated on a typical square the building dates
from the 1300’s and the 15 ensuite rooms reflect
this wonderful heritage. The terrace offers
wonderful views of the Mediterranean and it’s
just a short walk to the beach or centre of town.
Website: www.lidomare.it
Agerola: Hotel RestaurantRisorgimento (3***)
Italian hospitality at it’s very best, the Hotel
Restaurant Risorgimento lies at the heart of the
old village of San Lazzaro in Agerola. Enjoying a
wonderful position, surrounded by nature most of
the 20 ensuite rooms have sea views and the
restaurant is excellent.
Website: www.hotelrisorgimento.it
(Used for both standard and luxury options)
Praiano: Hotel La Perla (3***)
The comfortable family run Hotel la Perla is
perched overlooking the sea at Praiano. The
spectacularly situated restaurant specialises in
local produce and local wines.
Website: www.perlahotel.it
EXTENSIONS
RECOMMENDATIONS
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ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation Alternatives
We will always try and accommodate you at the
locations detailed in the itinerary, but because of
limited availability we may have to accommodate
you at an alternative location of the same or
better standard. Alternative details will be noted
on your accommodation sheet when we confirm.
Single Rooms
This independent walking holiday is available to
solo walkers at a supplement. And is subject to
availability.
Meals
The food of the Amalfi Coast is strongly
influenced by the produce. The warm
Mediterranean climate is perfectly suited to
growing citrus fruits, oranges, vines and olives
while the sea provides a rich bounty. Local
specialities include seafood and gnocchi alla
sorrentina.
Breakfast is included each morning, in Italy this is
generally a light continental breakfast. Lunch and
dinner are not included but are available from
your hotel or nearby restaurants.
Baggage Transfer
Your bags will be transferred between hotels
when required. We ask you to limit your luggage
to one bag of up to 20kg per person.
Equipment
Your information pack has a detailed equipment
list which includes standard walking gear such as
good walking boots or shoes, warm and
waterproof clothes and a day pack.
Recommended Reading
Sorrento, Amalfi Coast & Capri— Julian
Tippet—Sunflower Books
Naples and the Amalfi Coast—Lonely Planet
Regional Guides
Positano (1953) —John Steinbeck
Pompeii—Robert Harris
Children
We would not recommend this holiday for
children younger than 12.
Availability
This walking holiday is available between April
and the end of October. You can start on any
date that suits your travel plans and you will find
up to date availability on our website. The Amalfi
Coast is very popular so it is best to book as far
in advance as you are able to.
Price
Holiday prices do change during the season so
please see our website or give us a call for up to
date prices and availability.
Included:
Emergency support from our localrepresentative if required.
7 Nights accommodation including breakfast inensuite rooms in hotels or agriturismo of samestandard.
Door to door baggage transfer when required.
A detailed info pack, route notes and map foryour group leader.
Emergency telephone support from our officein the event of a problem.
Excluded:
Flights to Italy.
Airport transfers to the start (Amalfi) or fromthe finish (Praiano) of the walk.
Lunches, dinners, snacks and drinks.
Travel Insurance.
Personal Equipment.
Return Boat to Capri (€30)
Capri Cable Car (€1.40)
Daily Bus Ticket Day 4 (€6.00)
Bus Ticket Day 7 (€2.00)
Taxi transfers or public transport should youneed to skip a stage.
Getting to/from Amalfi/Praiano
We recommend you fly to Naples and travel to
the Amalfi Coast via Sorrento by bus or train.
Your information pack will have detailed
information including timetables. We can arrange
private transfers at an additional cost.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend taking out travel
insurance to cover cancellation or curtailment of
your holiday.
Minimise Impact & Maximise Benefit
Our operating policies, office policies, holidays
and tours are all designed to minimise impact
and maximise benefit to the environment and
local communities.
Action & Advocacy
We believe that by engaging our team and
clients in environmental and community projects
we can make a real difference.
Carbon & Communities
Travel and our business activity does of course
contribute to carbon output and climate change.
We have put several policies in place to minimise
our carbon footprint.
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A UNIQUE & ALLURING COASTAL WALK
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
AVAILABILITY & PRICE
M.A.C.S. RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Sensitive & Sustainable
Macs Adventure has worked hard to ensure that
our holidays are sensitive to the community you
are visiting and sustainable over the long term.
We are justifiably proud of our reputation for
outstanding holidays on the Amalfi Coast. You
can read numerous customer reviews on our
website to get a good idea of what to expect from
Macs Adventure on the Amalfi Coast.
Once you have read all the information in this
factsheet or on our website and decided on your
preferred itinerary, visit our website or give us a
call to confirm availability. You can then book by
any of the following methods:
Book Securely Online: www.macsadventure.com
Telephone: +44 (0) 141 530 8886
Fax/Post: Download or request a booking form
and post it to Macs Adventure, 44 Speirs Wharf,
Glasgow, G4 9TH, UK or fax it to +44 (0) 845
527 5688
Please don’t hesitate to contact us by phone on
+44 (0) 0141 530 8886 or email:
[email protected] if you have any
queries and one of our expert customer service
team will be happy to help.
Financial Security
In order to provide clients with peace of mind
Macs Adventure Ltd has effected a policy with
IGI Insurance Company Ltd through travel
insurance specialists Milsom Howard Limited to
ensure that all passengers booking with Macs
Adventure Limited are fully protected for the
initial deposit and subsequently the balance of all
monies paid to Macs Adventure Ltd, arising from
cancellation or curtailment of your travel
arrangements due to the insolvency of Macs
Adventure Limited.
AITO Quality Statement
Macs Adventure is a member of
the Association of Independent
Tour Operators. The Association
represents Britain’s leading
independent tour operators and encourages high
standards of quality and service.
Macs Adventure abides by the Association’s
Code of Conduct and adheres to the AITO
Quality Charter which can be viewed on
www.aito.com. Visit the website to find out more
about the Association or call 020 8744 9280.
ABTA MemberStatement
Macs Adventure Holidays
is a Member of ABTA. ABTA and ABTA
Members help holidaymakers to get the most
from their travel and assist when things don’t go
according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a
high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code
of Conduct. For more information on ABTA, the
Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme
available to you if you have a complaint, contact
ABTA, 30 Park Street, London SE1 9EQ, tel 020
3117 0581 www.abta.com
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