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Walking the Amalfi Coast

443 Reviews

4.7 out of 5

Victoria Rice

Reviewed March 2015

Walking the Amalfi Coast

This was a great trip. The itinerary was well-balanced with plenty of walks and opportunities for sight-seeing. The accommodation was very good and the food outstanding. Our guide Paul was well organised and integrated well with the group which was made up of a mix of ages, solos, couples and relatives.

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing to the peak of Vesuvius and venturing inside the crater. Also, getting a pizza master-class from the chef in residence at the hotel (and coming away with a certificate!).

Thoughts on Group Leader

As above, Paul was organised, friendly and efficient at getting everyone together on time. He explained each day's itinerary clearly in advance and joined in with the group throughout the week.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Arrive with an empty stomach! Also, be prepared for steps (and lots of them).

Alex Heap

Reviewed March 2015

Walking the Amalfi Coast

I had an excellent week with walks which were not too long but included a great variety of scenery and a significant amount of effort both going up and going down all those steps! Each day was different, each day had highlights, hard to pick the best day, the worst day was when I had to fly home.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to say as there were many, probably standing on the top of Vesuvius

Thoughts on Group Leader

The leader was first rate, even adding a short walk on the last day

Advice for Potential Travellers

Although the walks were not to long there were some steep up and downhill sections and some of the paths were rough in places. You do need decent walking boots if you go on this trip even if you don't need them on every day. This would not suit complete beginners but even though not many on my trip were avid hill walkers they still managed to complete all the walks and enjoy them. Expect stiff limbs next day after the long downhill sections

Kathleen LOCKER

Reviewed March 2015

Amalfi coast

scenery excellent, but walking was much harder than I expected–and I have done about 60 Munros. V steep ascents + descents. Hotel clean, staff v friendly and helpful but food rather disappointing. However, the paninis we had at lunchtime were excellent.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ascent of Vesuvius.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Knowledgeable about the area and its history.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do lots of training on hills before you go.

Susanne Waldschmidt

Reviewed December 2014

Relaxing and Interesting Holiday

A good balance of sight-seeing, walking and enjoying local ambiance in a beautiful part of Italy. Not as rushed as some Exodus holidays but still full of interest. Time to enjoy cappuccino, gelati and wine. Beautiful walks along the Amalfi coast Great local hotel with excellent food and plenty of vegetarian choice.

Most Inspirational Moment

Going up Mount Vesuvius. Sentiero del Dei. Villages of Amalfi Coast.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paul was a star. Very attentive. Excellent local knowledge.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Really enjoyed going in November. Weather still warm and mostly sunny with none of the crowds normally associated with this part of Italy.

Reviewed November 2014

Walking the Amalfi Coast

The 4 walks were all excellent and brilliantly led by our leader. The sight seeing days were also excellent, with opportunities to visit Pompeii, Vesuvius and Herculaneum. The hotel was fine – nothing luxurious, but everything worked and the staff were very friendly. Food was good, including the vegetarian options.

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking around the edge of Vesuvius - really scary!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Good fun and very knowledgeable about the area.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Check the weather before your trip. I was caught out by the chilly evenings. Avoid the table wine in the hotel!

Reviewed November 2014

Another great Exodus trip

My third Exodus trip, all good but this one was the best. The combination of varied walking through spectacular surroundings, visits to interesting sites, an good, friendly hotel with good food, an excellent group leader and a group that all got on well together made it a memorable week. Also the weather was mainly warm and sunny, a real bonus coming from the UK in November.

Most Inspirational Moment

Traversing the summit and rim of Vesuvius, an optional extra, was thought provoking when you realise that at some future date it may look very different, particularly combined with visits to Pompeii and Herculaneum which show what could happen again.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Emily, was everything one might ask for in that role, but also became an important member of the group.

Reviewed November 2014

Walking the Amalfi Coast

Truthfully, it was not what I expected. I was not physically prepared for the terrain and although I completed the walks, I would not consider any of them ‘leisurely’ as advertised. Most, to me, were moderate. I had painful leg muscles for days which were worse on the descents. Although I walk regularly at home, the terrain would be quite flat. We decided to take Day 5 off and travelled to Ravello, where we were handsomely rewarded by it’s beauty and charm. Day 6 was spent in Naples, Museums, discovering the city etc. By Day 7, the pains had mostly gone and we managed The Walk of the Gods with relative ease. I would have no hesitation in going on a similar holiday in the future now that I know what is involved in terms of physical preparation. I feel I pushed myself to a limit I didn’t expect to achieve and for that I am happy. After all, isn’t that what adventure is about. Despite the need for painkillers during the day and a Mojito or two at night, I would recommend this trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

Part of the attraction of this particular trip was the visit to Pompeii and Vesuvius. I would have liked to spend longer in Pompeii. The morning was rushed. Meeting new people and learning about their lives and experiences.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Morten was great, knowledgeable , informative, helpful, patient and prepared. He encouraged us all to finish in our own time. He had maps, local history, bus timetables etc for numerous places that various people wanted to visit on the free day.

Advice for Potential Travellers

PREPARE. If you are not already doing similar walks on your own or with a club, I strongly suggest starting with 1 hour ascents and descents to build up your leg muscles and stamina. Don't be afraid to explore on your own. Take a day off if you feel there are other things you'd like to see in the area. Some of our group took a taxi and train to Herculaneum. It's your holiday.

Reviewed November 2014

Amalfi Walking- indescribably beautiful

Indescribably beautiful. One of the best. Each walk was sensational. Fantastic hotel, staff, food and wine.

Most Inspirational Moment

Each and every walk was inspirational

Thoughts on Group Leader

I would highly recommend our group leader. Emily was well organised, knowledgeable, and fun to be with. Nothing was too much trouble and her innate kindness really shone through.

Advice for Potential Travellers

i have been on 3 Exodus trips , but this one is a must. Highly recommended

Stanley Skyrme

Reviewed October 2014

Walking the Amalfi coast

Well located and comfortable hotel. Swimming pool very welcome as we had a hot
week.

Most Inspirational Moment

The walk of the gods down to Positano and the optional trip to Ravello.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Peter (Pedro) tried hard and was very personable. However, he was not the usual guide for this trip (there were two groups and Livia was with the other group) and struggled with his local knowledge and was not feeling well.

Ayesha Khwaja

Reviewed September 2014

Walking the Amalfi Coast

A very good mix of enough walking with time for leisure and relaxation, with bits of time on the beach or by the hotel pool. Beautiful landscapes, charming villages, and a pleasant hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The heat and the steps made the walks more challenging at times than might be expected for a Easy/Moderate walking holiday.

Most Inspirational Moment

The coastline is stunning and rugged and there were surprisingly few other tourists encountered on the walks. This was not the case at Pompeii but the site was stunning regardless with many well preserved frescos and mosaics. Walking up and round the rim of Vesuvius was challenging but well worthwhile. I loved having views of the coast for much of the time whilst walking but my favourite walk was probably the Valle de Feria which had streams, waterfalls and woods.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Christina was very bubbly and friendly, a very experienced tour leader with a wealth of knowledge about the local areas and a fund of stories. The trip was well organised and her relationships with other staff were very good. She was helpful in advising about options for the rest day.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The walking can be challenging in the heat. Do take poles as there are some steep downs and some ups too with the ground not always firm underneath. If you choose to go to Capri take the earliest possible ferry out and back as it is very busy once you get there and you may queue for transport (this may be more a problem in August) and have little time to see anything. I spent more time in Ana Capri which was pretty and much quieter and less touristy than Capri town. The group flight arrives very late on the Saturday evening which seemed a waste of a day. I arranged my own flights and spent some time in Naples which I would recommend as a gritty city with a lot of culture.

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