Local Living Italy—Amalfi Coast Winter
Tour Overview
Experience the charm of Italy's Amalfi Coast in winter with the "Local Living Italy—Amalfi Coast Winter" tour. This adventure offers a cozy stay at a traditional agriturismo, where you'll savor home-cooked Italian meals made from local ingredients. Explore the historic ruins of Pompeii, and enjoy guided tours of chic resort towns like Sorrento, Amalfi, and Ravello. Hike the renowned "Path of the Gods" for breathtaking views, and participate in cooking demonstrations to learn the art of Italian cuisine. With private minibus transport and small group sizes, this tour provides an intimate and immersive experience of Italy's stunning coastline, all while enjoying the tranquility of the off-season. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Naples
Location: Naples
Accommodation: Hotel Correra 241
Accommodation Name: Hotel Correra 241
Arrive at any time. There is a brief orientation walk after an optional group dinner.
Welcome to Naples, home to the best pizza of the world.
Join your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) after the welcome meeting for an optional group dinner to eat the dish Naples is famous for—pizza! Your CEO will lead you on a brief orientation walk after dinner.
Additional Information: If you booked the Naples Food Tour it does not include extra time in Naples and we highly recommend booking pre-trip accommodation. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Naples before Day 1 of this itinerary.
Hotel check-in time is approximately 3:00pm. Please make every effort to arrive in time for tonight's important Welcome Meeting. If you are delayed and will arrive late, please inform the hotel or us directly -- contact numbers are provided on the Tour Details page. Your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) will then leave you a message at the front desk informing you of where and when to meet up.
ACTIVITY: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
Day 2: Naples/Furore
Location: Naples, Pompeii, Furore
Accommodation Name: Agriturismo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Start the day with an orientation tour of Naples with your CEO. Afterwards, travel to Pompeii to enjoy a guided tour of the partially buried ruins before transferring to a beautiful agriturismo nestled in the hills above the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy the first of many delicious home cooked Italian dinners and one of three cooking demonstrations.
After you've had time to settle into your room, the hosts will give you a tour of the property and tell you a bit about themselves and the agriturismo's history.
Additional Information: Our accommodation is an agriturismo just outside of Furore. For the duration of our trip we stay at the same agriturismo. Located in a tiny village just outside of Furore, it was formerly a 16th century monastery, and the staff are incredibly friendly and hospitable. The property is surrounded by colourful gardens, open terraces, and endless staircases leading out to lemon groves and grapevines.
ACTIVITY: Catch a glimpse of another side of Naples - through the eyes of a newcomer to Italy. This unique tour combines historic sites with landmarks important to the wide variety of migrant groups that call Naples home. Travellers are not just receiving a tour they'll never forget, they're also supporting an organization dedicated to help migrants integrate into a more accepting society.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Walk through the ruins of Pompeii, which was buried under ash and pumice when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. The forum, the baths and many houses remain well preserved and provide us with a glimpse of what life was like in the first century.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Before dinner, our local hosts will show us how to make delicious traditional regional fare, using local produce. Depending on the weather, you may find yourself picking ingredients for your meal from the vegetable patch and orchards before the lesson!
Day 3: Furore
Location: Sorrento, Furore
Accommodation: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Accommodation Name: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit the seaside town of Sorrento and enjoy an orientation walk before free time.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.
FREE TIME: AFTERNOON Enjoy free time to do as much or as little as you'd like.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 4: Furore
Location: Bomerano, Amalfi Coast, Montepertuso, Positano
Accommodation: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Accommodation Name: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Set out on the famous "Path of the Gods" hike, weather and conditions permitting.
Today's hike is challenging, so if you feel like seeing the sights instead, opt to visit the Basilica di Sant'Antonino, Marina Grande, or Correale Museum.
Additional Information: Note that this hike may take place on another day of the tour, weather depending. We will try to do this hike on the first day that has good weather conditions.
TRANSPORT: Lace up your hiking boots and get to the next stop under your own power.
ACTIVITY: Set off from the small town of Bomerano and follow the path along the Amalfi Coast with sensational views of lemon groves, gorges, deep valleys, woodland, abandoned farmhouses, and the sea below. Stop in the towns of Montepertuso and Positano, where there is more to explore.
Note that hikes are accessible for all travellers, but there can be sections that are more strenuous and challenging due to terrain. Please ensure you have proper closed-toe hiking footwear.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 5: Furore
Location: Furore
Accommodation: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Accommodation Name: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a free time to enjoy the property and its surroundings. Opt to indulge in a mozzarella-making and/or a limoncello making demonstration. In the evening, learn how to make pizza the Italian way.
ACTIVITY: Dig right into the dough and learn how to make pizza, Italian-style. Naples is the birthplace of pizza, and it's basically just right up the road (or up the coast), so this is just about as authentic as you're going to get. Buon appetito!
Day 6: Furore
Location: Ravello, Amalfi
Accommodation: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Accommodation Name: Agriturismo Sant'Alfonso
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Visit Amalfi and Ravello with free time to explore before returning to the agriturismo.
Free day to explore the beautiful coast starting in Ravello and it's breathtaking panoramic views. Make your way down to Amalfi either by foot or hop on a local bus and enjoy the bustle of the town. Return to the agriturismo with your appetite ready for a delicious dinner.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
FREE TIME: AFTERNOON Take in sweeping views of the Amalfi Coast from above. Enjoy free time to visit the gardens of historic Villa Rufolo, check out the cathedral, or shop for (and sample!) local specialties like limoncello or olive oil.
FREE TIME: MORNING Enjoy some free time to explore quaint Amalfi.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 7: Furore/Naples
Location: Furore, Naples
Meals Included: Breakfast
Morning transfer to the Naples train station. Depart in the early afternoon.
If you opt to stay at the agriturismo in Furore until checkout time at 11am, we will gladly help you to arrange any onward transport at your own cost.
Additional Information: Upon arrival in Naples, consider booking post-tour accommodation with us if you wish to extend your stay. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Naples after your tour ends.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Hotel (1 nt), small locally owned agriturismo/guesthouse (5 nts). -
Meals
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G for Good Moment
Experience the Migrantour with Co-op Casba in Naples.
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Welcome Moment
Meet your CEO and group upon arrival.
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Guided Tour of Pompeii
Enjoy a guided tour of the partially buried ruins of Pompeii.
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Path of the Gods Hike
Hike along the famous 'Path of the Gods' (weather permitting).
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Visits to Amalfi, Ravello, and Sorrento
Explore the beautiful towns of Amalfi, Ravello, and Sorrento.
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Cooking Demonstrations
Participate in two pre-dinner cooking demonstrations at the agriturismo.
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Orientation Walks
Enjoy orientation walks in Naples and Sorrento.
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Transport
Transport between destinations and included activities is provided.
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tipping and gratuities are not included.
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International Travel
International travel to and from the tour is not included.
Transport
Private minibus, walking.
Meals Included
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
Group Size
Max 16, Avg 12.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay with one night in a hotel and five nights in a small, locally owned agriturismo/guesthouse, offering a cozy and authentic Italian experience.
Solo Travellers
We believe single travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and single travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price. ...more ...less
Meals
Eating is a big part of travelling. Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. On this trip, you have included 6 continental breakfasts and 5 hearty farmhouse dinners, home-cooked by the family who run the Agriturismo using local and often organic ingredients.
Please note that meal times in Italy may vary from what you are accustomed to at home. Often, dinner may be enjoyed at 8pm or later.
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Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently with a private minibus and enjoy scenic walks, ensuring a seamless and picturesque journey throughout the Amalfi Coast.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Local Dress
In Italy, shoulders and knees should be covered while visiting churches and cathedrals. Ask your CEO for more specific advice.
Important Notes
1) Walking notes:
The "Path of the Gods" hike might take up to 5-6 hours involving some ascents and descents of up to 600 metres (2000ft). Please be prepared in particular for some steep ascents and descents and lots of steps (both up and down)! Be prepared for narrow paths as well, some with steep drops to one side as well. This hike is not suitable for people with knee problems. Depending on your hiking experience, you might find that the route used on this trip is moderate to a bit more demanding in difficulty. All hikes are optional. At any time you do not wish to participate in any of the included hikes, your CEO can help you arrange optional, non-included day activities in the area at an additional cost.
The tour includes three walking days of around 5-6 hours, which will require a public bus ride to and from the start/finish points. Walks will include the “Path of the Gods” from Bomerano to Positano. We also walk part of the route to/from Ravello on Day 6, but you can opt out of part of this day's walking and go by bus if you prefer.
Please note that the walks may vary due to weather and/or path conditions. There are plenty of other walks in the region that can be recommended by your CEO and organized for free days.
2) Luggage: In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times.
3. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE:
During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.
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Group Leader
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our CEOs (Chief Experience Officer). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. For our Pompei visit we also use an expert local guide. ...more ...less
About Accommodation
Our centre-based accommodation is in a renovated 16th century former monastery traditional agriturismo, immersed in greenery based just outside the small village of Furore, high in the hills above the Amalfi Coast. It still has many historic features including a frescoed entrance hall, old gateway, original meat curing oven and period tiles. The rooms are comfortable and welcoming, all with ensuite bathroom and lovely rural views.
PLEASE NOTE: If you would like to share a room with your travelling companion, please make sure you book together, selecting twin or double room according to your preference. Available room types are always shown on each particular tour, and we cannot guarantee your room type will be able to be changed at a later date. If you are unable to book at the same time as your travelling companion, please contact us directly as soon as possible so that we can check availability and , if possible, assign you to the correct room type.
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What to Take
We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, as well as on and off transportation. ...more ...less
Spending Money
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip. ...more ...less
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes accommodation in a hotel for one night and a small locally owned agriturismo or guesthouse for five nights. The agriturismo is a renovated 16th-century former monastery located just outside the village of Furore, high in the hills above the Amalfi Coast.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a guided tour of Pompeii, a hike along the famous 'Path of the Gods' (weather permitting), visits to Amalfi, Ravello, and Sorrento, two pre-dinner cooking demonstrations at the agriturismo, and orientation walks in Naples and Sorrento.
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What is the 'Path of the Gods' hike like?
The 'Path of the Gods' hike is a challenging walk that can take up to 5-6 hours, involving ascents and descents of up to 600 meters. It includes narrow paths with steep drops and is not suitable for people with knee problems. The hike offers sensational views of lemon groves, gorges, deep valleys, woodland, abandoned farmhouses, and the sea below. ...more ...less
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Are there any cooking activities included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes two pre-dinner cooking demonstrations at the agriturismo, where you can learn to make traditional regional fare using local produce. There is also an opportunity to learn how to make pizza the Italian way.
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What is the group size for this tour?
The maximum group size for this tour is 16, with an average of 12 participants.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 5 dinners. The dinners are home-cooked by the family who run the agriturismo, using local and often organic ingredients.
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What should I pack for the tour?
It is recommended to use a backpack or a medium-sized suitcase, along with a daypack for carrying everyday items. You should pack light, as you will need to carry your luggage up and down stairs and on and off transportation.
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What is the role of the Chief Experience Officer (CEO) on this tour?
The CEO accompanies the group to take the hassle out of your travels and help you have the best trip possible. They provide information on the places you are traveling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend local eating venues, and introduce you to local friends. They are not traditional guides but have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
G Adventures was established in 1990
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Most of our trips do not have a single supplement. This means that the accommodation is on a twin share basis and, if travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another G Adventures traveller of the same sex. Some tours have an optional single supplement. An optional service that may be available is called "My Own Room". This service allows solo travellers to request their own room.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It's extremely difficult if not impossible to join a tour after it has begun. It is possible to leave a tour early however you will be responsible for your own arrangements from the moment you decide to leave the tour. You would also be responsible for all costs associated with joining a tour late or leaving one early. If you feel this may be necessary, please consult us before you book.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
https://www.gadventures.com/about-us/core-values/
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Cancellation Policy
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Terms and Conditions
Local Living Italy—Amalfi Coast Winter
7 Days Starting and ending in Naples, Italy
Visiting: Naples, Pompeii, Furore, Sorrento, Bomerano, Amalfi Coast, Montepertuso, Positano, Ravello, Amalfi ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
23112
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
12-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History