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8 Days of Adventure in the Amalfi Coast

Julia Skoczek

Julia Skoczek

11 Mar 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Naples, Pompei, Sorrento, Capri, Positano, and Amalfi. Discover ancient ruins, breathtaking landscapes, and indulge in authentic Italian cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Naples

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Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
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$130

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$ 23

La Controra Hostel Naples

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Casina Vanvitelliana
Pagoda-like hunting & fishing lodge built in 1782 on the lake, linked to shore via a wooden bridge.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$40
37 - 45 min

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Parco Virgiliano
Park with terraces & panoramic views, plus a playground & amphitheater used for summer events.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Ovo Castle
Imposing fortress & former royal residence, with 2 towers offering views & halls for conferences.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$50
28 - 34 min

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Castel Sant'Elmo
Star-shaped, 14th-century, hilltop fortress & former prison with panoramic views from its terraces.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$40
Day 2Conquering Mount Vesuvius and Exploring Villa Comunale
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$200

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$ 18

La Controra Hostel Naples

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Villa Comunale
Sprawling waterfront green space with fountains, monuments & French-style gardens, plus an aquarium.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
45 - 54 min

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Mount Vesuvius
Famed volcano known for the destruction of Pompeii in AD 79, with a hiking trail to the top.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$100
18 - 27 min

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Vesuvio National Park
Network of trails exploring the scenery, flora & fauna around the slopes of an active volcano.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$100

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107

Trip to Pompei

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Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
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$210

Scavi di Pompei
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$80
24 - 35 min

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Pompeii Archaeological Park
Archaeological site of the remains of the iconic Roman city preserved by Vesuvius' ash.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$80
11 - 16 min

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Amphitheatre of Pompeii
Ruins of a 20,000-capacity Roman amphitheater where gladiatorial combats were held.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$50

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107

Trip to Sorrento

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Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
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$150

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$ 14

Mount Vesuvius
Famed volcano known for the destruction of Pompeii in AD 79, with a hiking trail to the top.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$100
65 - 78 min

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Villa Comunale di Sorrento
This large bayside park is a popular destination with gardens, fountains & sweeping views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
38 - 46 min

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Bagni Regina Giovanna
Scenic ruins of a Roman villa with coastal views & a secluded beach popular for swimming.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$50

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107

Trip to Capri

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Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
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$40

Marina Piccola Beach
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
20 - 29 min

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Natural Arch
Arch-shaped rock formation from the Paleolithic age overlooking the sea & accessed by a trail.
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Giardini di Augusto
Picturesque botanical garden with a footpath & sweeping views of the sea.
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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$25
12 - 18 min

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Belvedere Tragara
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
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$15

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107

Trip to Positano

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Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
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$150

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$ 20

Parco Regionale dei Monti Lattari
This mountainous, 160-sq-km regional park on a peninsula features nature trails & ocean views.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
65 - 78 min

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Marina di Praia
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
5 - 6 min

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Fiordo di Furore
Swimming & sunbathing in a dramatic, narrow cove with steep cliffs either side & an arched bridge.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Grotta dello Smeraldo
Boat tours are offered of this scenic grotto with stalactites, stalagmites & emerald green water.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$75

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107

Trip to Amalfi

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Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
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$150

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$ 18

Villa Rufolo
Moorish-influenced 1200s villa known for its cascading gardens & terraces overlooking the sea.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$50
22 - 27 min

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Directions

Grotta dello Smeraldo
Boat tours are offered of this scenic grotto with stalactites, stalagmites & emerald green water.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$50
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Fiordo di Furore
Swimming & sunbathing in a dramatic, narrow cove with steep cliffs either side & an arched bridge.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$25
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Marina di Praia
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107

Trip to Naples

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Naples Delights - Castles, Parks, and Stunning Views
+

$190

·

$ 18

Parco Virgiliano
Park with terraces & panoramic views, plus a playground & amphitheater used for summer events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Directions

Castel Sant'Elmo
Star-shaped, 14th-century, hilltop fortress & former prison with panoramic views from its terraces.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
•
$40
28 - 34 min

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Directions

Ovo Castle
Imposing fortress & former royal residence, with 2 towers offering views & halls for conferences.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
•
$50
43 - 52 min

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Directions

Vesuvio National Park
Network of trails exploring the scenery, flora & fauna around the slopes of an active volcano.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
•
$100

Budget breakdown: $1327 In total

Activities & Food:$1220
Transport:$107