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4.7 out of 5

Caroline Wallis

Reviewed March 2018

Scenic but challenging week

I was part of a family group for our week of walking the Amalfi Coast. We had every type of weather which nature could throw at us, rain, fog, snow hail and sun but Enrico our brilliant guide adapted our activities ingeniously to cope. The week is a mixture of challenging hikes to Amalfi, Positano and Ravello and then more gently flat walks around Pompeii Naples and Herculaneum. When the sun did shine, the views and scenery of the coastline were breathtaking. We had brilliant guide, Hectore, to explain and illuminate the history and tragedy of the end of Pompeii and Herculaneum. We were part of a lovely group of people. The hotel and hospitality were excellent, lovely food and warm showers and central heating made for a good return after challenging wet walks. Enrico was a fount of knowledge of the history and ecology of the area so I learned a lot. So glad to have at last been able to visit such a beautiful and fascinating area.

Most Inspirational Moment

The final walk is the most breathtaking. This is the Path of the Gods walk towards Positano. We had a lovely sunny day and the views of the coast in the sun are wonderful.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Enrico is a passionate knowledgeable insightful and considerate group leader. We were not all expert hikers and he arranged things so that the slowcoaches could move at their own pace and indeed join the walks at points if things like bad backs prevented someone taking part in the full walk. He also went the extra mile to help with things like bus tickets when some of our party did not do the walk but met up with the walking group later in the day because of bad backs fatigue etc.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take good walking shoes or boots, lined walking socks, waterproof trousers a good waterproof jacket, sunglasses and suncream and a supply of small plastic bags to keep money phones and cameras dry. If you are not surefooted and don't like heights walking poles are a must. Also a good backpack with a rainproof cover is a must in the current weather conditions. I would also recommend a good supply of cream to soothe tired calf muscles and some ibuprofen if needed.

Christelle M

Reviewed March 2018

Beautiful Amalfi Coast

It was my first ever organised holiday trip and it was a real success. I had such an amazing time in Italy, meeting lovely people, discovering beautiful places and eating great food! The Amalfi Coast is just magical and we managed to see a lot of it during our walks and treks. It was also pleasant to have the coast almost to ourselves at this time of the year and to avoid the summer crowds (especially in Pompei and Amalfi). it’s riskier as the weather changes rapidly in March but we were quite lucky and Enrico, our guide, was really good in terms of organisation to make sure we would always have something to do regardless of the weather. The hotel team was lovely as well and took good care of our group! Definitely recommend it!

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to pick just one! The walk around the crater of Mount Vesuvius was definitely a memorable experience. Positano and Ravello are really pretty towns too - postcard picture perfect - and the views from the top of Monte Tre Calli (done on day 2) was really impressive. It's the first glance you get of the area and it is so worth it!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Enrico, our local guide, was the best! Very knowledgeable and passionate about the land and plants, the traditions and the environment. He was very helpful with organising our free day and making sure nobody felt left behind. Good sense of humour too :)

Advice for Potential Travellers

As mentioned by others, walking poles are a great help with all the ups and downs and at that time of the year a good wind/rain jacket is a must. Definitely go for walking boots instead of shoes as I felt the support form the boots was needed considering the sometimes slippery terrain/rocks.

Jenny B

Reviewed March 2018

Excellent first trip

This was my first trip of this kind – I usually go on holiday with friends or family. Due to thick fog, torrential downpours and landslides, the itinerary was changed a bit, to make the most of the good weather. Severio kept us informed and entertained and we had plenty to do. It was a fun, well-organised week with a lovely group of people.

Most Inspirational Moment

The most inspirational moment... probably arriving on top of the slightly foggy Mont Tre Calli -as someone who had never done any hiking, it was a bit challenging, but worth it. Or, towards the end of the week, looking out over the peaceful hilltops and villages and across the blue-turquoise sea in the sunshine.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Severio was fun, but serious and had lots of interesting stories. He was keen to make sure we saw as much of the area as we could despite the weather. He was clear on arrangements (firm with timings etc) but was also friendly and approachable and got to know the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Do take walking poles, as the trip notes advise. I was one of the younger people in my group and didn't have a knee injury, but still found the one pole that I borrowed useful for getting up Mont Tre Calli - it would have been vital to use the poles if the weather had been hotter!

Alison Donnelly

Reviewed March 2018

Walking the amalfi coast

Wonderful way to walk and see the highlights of the amalfi coast. The guide, Enrico enthusiastically took us on the walks and always had a plan b or c if the weather disappointed us. Take walking poles if you have sore knees as lots of steps and be prepared to walk up 400metres as well as down lots of steps. Hotel a great place to come back to for a well earned hot shower, a drink and diner .

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking around versuvius and having a packed lunch in ravello

Thoughts on Group Leader

Enthusiastic particularly about the environment and traditions

Advice for Potential Travellers

Heed the fitness training notes and take walking poles if knees an issue

Ray Morris-Hill

Reviewed November 2017

Spectacular Italian Coastal Scenery

Beautiful coastal walking with so much to see and enjoy. The weather in September was just perfect -mid 20’s Celsius every day.

Check out my short holiday video here https://youtu.be/YMSI8ye1kQc to get a taste of the area.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the magnificent coast from Tre Calli on the first day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Satva was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and fun. She was keen to get us walking as a group so everyone felt part of the experience.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Get some training in before the trip - there are a lot of steps and the downhill can really stretch your calf muscles! Bring sticks as they will help a lot. Good walking boots are a must.

Mary Ziebell

Reviewed October 2017

Beautiful hikes, beautiful sea and sky

Coming back to Due Torri was really nice after hiking and exploring all day. The family run hotel is comfortable and they took great care of our group. The cooking demos were really fun and the food and wine was really good.
The hikes were good physicial work outs, not to mention the scenery was spectacular. This tour is rated properly as moderate, but I would not consider the hikes as walking tour. Being a hiker in the mountains where I live, I was able to negotiate and feel physical good, but some people in our group did struggle.
The ‘path of the gods’ hike was the highlight for me.

Most Inspirational Moment

The 'path of the gods' hike was the best. Standing up above the sea, looking out, knowing I had got there on my own two legs was a thrill. The view just filled my heart with such joy. Also, the hike around the crater at Mount Vesuvius was unbelievable. What an experience.....

Thoughts on Group Leader

Severio was our group leader and I did like him. At times his pace was a little too fast and there were a couple of occasions where we had stopped for a rest and he just took off again, leaving a couple of us still sitting. Other than that, was a good leader, he did take care of us and lead us on some awesome hikes. My friend Beverly's luggage did not arrive in Naples with us and I'm pretty sure Severio and the Due Torri staff did some Italian/connection magic to get her luggage to her the next day

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is my first trip with Exodus and was pleased with how it went.

Annabel Ewbank-Smith

Reviewed October 2017

A steptastic holiday!

This was a great holiday in a beautiful area, fantastic coastal walks with amazing views of the cobalt sea, trekking through lemon groves past olive trees, fascinating towns and villages, and even a swim in the Mediterranean. There were a lot of steps but the trip information did warn of this.
The Hotel Due Torri seemed to think it was a privilege to host us!

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking around the crater of Vesuvius and enjoying the views from the top.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Satva obviously loves her job and inspired us all with her enthusiasm, knowledge and love of the Amalfi area. Nothing was too much trouble and she even gave language tips!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Get in some training on steep uphill and downhill slopes, and extensive sections of steps.

Beverly Rietmann

Reviewed September 2017

Wonderful hikes - terrific staff.

It goes without saying that the hikes on the Amalfi Coast are spectacular. My particular favorite was the hike around Vesuvious.
My tour had a very inauspicious start – my luggage did not arrive with me and airport personnel were unable to provide information about where it ended up. Due to the above-and-beyond efforts of my tour leader, the hotel staff and their local contacts I got it back in just one day. Kudos to Exodus for employing such competent and caring people.

Most Inspirational Moment

The moment when my missing luggage was wheeled I to the dining room while our entire group applauded.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Saverio was great.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take the term "walking" with a grain salt. That was HIKING, folks!

Beverly Rietmann

Reviewed September 2017

Wonderful hikes - terrific staff.

Most Inspirational Moment

The moment when my missing luggage was wheeled I to the dining room while our entire group applauded.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Saverio was great.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take the term "walking" with a grain salt. That was HIKING, folks!

Karen White

Reviewed September 2017

Walking the Amalfi Coast

A fantastic holiday from start to finish.
The hotel was comfortable, food was great and the staff very friendly.
Our guide, Enrico was extremely knowledgeable and took us on some fantastic walks.
View were absolutely stunning.
I would definitely recommend this holiday although you do need to be fit for all the hills and steps!

Most Inspirational Moment

Just about every stunning view was inspirational! Have to admit I didn't expect to enjoy the visit to Pompey as much as I did - it was fascinating. Walking around the crater of Vesuvius was surreal. The walk to Ravello was my favourite walk. It's difficult to choose a best bit as it was all brilliant!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Enrico was very friendly and continually made sure everyone was OK. His knowledge of the area, the plants, the culture etc was exceptional. He was extremely likeable and we were very lucky to have him as a guide.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yes! I would not rate this holiday as easy to moderate. I would rate it moderate. I am reasonably fit but even I struggled on the last day with even more steps. The walking is in beautiful countryside and coastline but there really are thousands of steps to climb up and if you are not fit, you may struggle. Having said that our leader Enrico always had a "Plan B" and for those that were struggling, there was always the option of a bus for the second half of the walk so that no-one completely missed out. Proper walking shoes are also a must. Several of our group also found that their walking poles helped on some of the walks. Take a good camera - the views are stunning!

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