Self-Launched Amalfi Coast Hiking Week: Path of the Gods, Ravello & Capri
7 days · Amalfi Coast, Italy
Much Better Adventures charges £1,295
No-markup version: ~£470 per person
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A self-launched, solo-friendly version of Much Better Adventures' 6-night Amalfi Coast hiking trip — same trails (Path of the Lemons, Monte Avvocata, Valle delle Ferriere, Path of the Gods), same base in Maiori, plus a day trip to Capri. Book your own family-run guesthouse, ride the SITA buses and ferries like a local, and self-guide the hikes with maps and marked waymarking. Costs are approximate per person, excluding international flights, and assume budget guesthouse accommodation (private or small dorm) with self-catered or casual meals.
Day-by-day
Arrive Naples, transfer to Maiori
Maiori
Fly into Naples International (NAP), then take the Alibus express bus (~20 min, €5) from the airport to Napoli Centrale, or a fixed-rate taxi (~€25-30). From Napoli Centrale catch a regional train to Salerno (~35-50 min, €6-12) and then a SITA bus along the coast to Maiori (~50-70 min, ~€3), or take the direct SITA bus from Salerno. Alternatively, a shared/private transfer from Naples to Maiori runs €90-130 per vehicle — split between travellers this is often the easiest option. Check into a family-run guesthouse in Maiori, stroll the seafront promenade (the longest beach on the coast) and enjoy an easy first dinner of local pasta and seafood.
🚌Alibus airport bus + regional train + SITA coastal bus (~£10-15 total), or shared transfer split between travellers
🛏Family-run guesthouse/B&B in Maiori (double or small dorm), ~£35-55 per night
- →Settle into Maiori
- →Evening stroll along Lungomare
- →Local dinner in the old town
Sentiero dei Limoni to Ravello & Amalfi
Maiori / Minori / Ravello / Amalfi
Self-guide the Sentiero dei Limoni (Path of the Lemons) — a well-signposted historic mule track from Maiori through fragrant lemon groves to Minori (~1.5 hrs). In Minori, visit a lemon grove or the local limoncello producers for a tasting (drop-in tastings are free or a few euros). Continue climbing the stone steps to hilltop Ravello (~1.5 hrs) — explore Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo gardens (entry ~€7-8 each). Descend via Atrani to Amalfi, then return to Maiori by ferry (~€3, seasonal) or SITA bus. Download offline maps (AllTrails/Komoot) as signposting can be patchy. Dinner at leisure back in Maiori.
🚌On foot; return by local ferry (~£3) or SITA bus (~£2)
🛏Family-run guesthouse/B&B in Maiori
- →Path of the Lemons hike
- →Limoncello/lemon grove tasting
- →Ravello villa gardens
- →Amalfi Duomo & old town
Monte Avvocata & Santuario dell'Avvocata
Cava de' Tirreni / Monte Avvocata / Maiori
The toughest day: catch an early SITA bus or regional train toward Cava de' Tirreni/Badia (~£2-3), visit the Benedictine Abbey of Badia di Cava, then self-guide the pilgrim route up through chestnut woods and ridgelines to the Santuario dell'Avvocata (~3,281 ft) with huge Gulf of Salerno views. Descend on old mule tracks back to Maiori (~6 hrs total, 7 mi, significant ascent/descent — start early to beat the heat and carry 2L water). Marked with red/white waymarks (CAI trail 300/301). Cool off with a swim at Maiori beach on arrival. Dinner at leisure.
🚌Local bus/train to the trailhead (~£3); hike back to Maiori on foot
🛏Family-run guesthouse/B&B in Maiori
- →Badia di Cava Abbey visit
- →Monte Avvocata pilgrim trail
- →Santuario dell'Avvocata viewpoint
- →Swim at Maiori beach
Capri island trails & la dolce vita
Capri / Anacapri
Take a morning ferry from Amalfi or Salerno to Capri (Amalfi-Capri ~1 hr, ~€20-23 each way; check SNAV/NLG/Caremar schedules seasonally). On the island, take the local bus to Faro di Anacapri and self-guide the Sentiero dei Fortini — an easy 2hr panoramic coastal path linking Aragonese watchtowers. Afternoon free: Monte Solaro chairlift (~€14 return), Villa San Michele (~€10), or the Blue Grotto by boat. Return ferry to the mainland and SITA bus or ferry back to Maiori. Note ferry timetables and buy returns early in peak season.
🚌Ferry Amalfi/Salerno–Capri (~£18-22 each way), island buses (~£2)
🛏Family-run guesthouse/B&B in Maiori
- →Sentiero dei Fortini coastal walk
- →Monte Solaro chairlift
- →Villa San Michele
- →Anacapri & Capri town
Valle delle Ferriere & Amalfi paper mill
Pontone / Valle delle Ferriere / Amalfi
Take an early bus from Amalfi up to Pontone (~£2), then self-guide the descent into the Valle delle Ferriere nature reserve — a lush, cool gorge with waterfalls, giant ferns and ruined medieval paper mills (~3 hrs). Arrive at Agriturismo Fore Porta for a traditional farm lunch (book ahead directly, ~€25-30 per person). Continue into Amalfi for a self-led visit to the Museo della Carta (paper mill, entry ~€7 — they often include a short demo of hand-making a paper sheet). Free time in Amalfi's centre, then bus back to Maiori for a beach swim at sunset.
🚌Local SITA buses (~£4 total)
🛏Family-run guesthouse/B&B in Maiori
- →Valle delle Ferriere hike
- →Agriturismo farm lunch
- →Museo della Carta paper mill
- →Amalfi town & sunset swim
Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)
Agerola / Positano
The grand finale: catch an early bus to Agerola/Bomerano (~£2-3) and self-guide the Sentiero degli Dei — one of Italy's most famous trails, traversing a ridge high above the coast with views from Capri to the Lattari Mountains (~4-5 hrs, 6 mi, mostly descending). Midway, stop at a shepherd's farmstead (Antonio's-style) for cheese, cured meats and wine if open — otherwise pack a picnic. Continue to Nocelle, then either descend the famous ~1,000 steps to Positano or take the local bus. Explore Positano, then ferry or bus back to Maiori (~£5). Farewell dinner in Maiori.
🚌Local bus to Agerola trailhead (~£3); ferry/bus back from Positano (~£5)
🛏Family-run guesthouse/B&B in Maiori
- →Path of the Gods ridge hike
- →Shepherd's farmstead lunch (optional)
- →Nocelle & 1,000 steps descent
- →Positano beach & town
Departure from Naples
Maiori / Naples
After breakfast, catch a SITA bus or shared transfer back to Salerno or Naples. From Salerno, a regional train or the Alibus connection to Naples Airport takes ~1.5-2 hrs total (~£10-15). If you have time, store your bags at Napoli Centrale and explore the centro storico or grab a pizza before your flight. Build in plenty of buffer for coastal bus delays in peak season.
🚌SITA bus + train + Alibus (~£10-15), or split shared transfer
🛏—
- →Return transfer to Naples
- →Optional Naples stopover
Self-launched vs. Much Better Adventures
| This itinerary (self-launched) | Much Better Adventures | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person | ~£470 | £1,295 |
| Duration | 7 days | 7 days |
| Who books it | You and your group, direct | Tour operator, guided group |
| Savings | £825 per person (64%) | |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Self-Launched Amalfi Coast Hiking Week: Path of the Gods, Ravello & Capri cost?+
Doing it yourself with this self-launched itinerary costs an estimated £470 per person for 7 days in Amalfi Coast, Italy. This is an AI-generated estimate based on typical budget-traveller prices — actual costs will vary by season and how you book.
Is this cheaper than booking with Much Better Adventures?+
Yes — Much Better Adventures charges around £1,295 per person for a similar tour. Doing the same route independently, using the same standard of accommodation and activities, costs an estimated £470 — a saving of roughly £825 (64%) per person.
How long is the Amalfi Coast, Italy trip?+
This itinerary runs 7 days, covering 7 day-by-day stops through Amalfi Coast, Italy.
How do I join this trip?+
You can join an existing open departure using this itinerary if one is scheduled, or launch your own departure with your own dates and invite other travellers to join you — no tour operator required.
Isn't it easier to just use a tour operator?+
Well, yes, a tour operator will book all the individual parts of your travel for you and provide a guide. That's obvious, but doing this has the potential to save the group thousands, which can in turn improve your itinerary substantially or save you huge amounts of money. Also, when you launch a departure, Travel Crew has tools in place to help you book the individual sections of the trip or make it easier for you to do this as a group. Really, you do not need a middle man. If you are more comfortable paying more and using a middle man, then you should certainly do this.
Is it safer to book through a tour operator?+
Arguably, there isn't much difference. A self-launched trip runs on the same principle as a group travel crew: collective responsibility, everyone looking out for each other, the same way it would if a group of friends organised the trip themselves — because that's exactly what's happening. You should always take out travel insurance before you go, self-launched or not; that doesn't change either way. Every open departure is published publicly with real dates and a real trip organiser, so it's never an anonymous arrangement, and our support team is reachable any time you need help, including in an emergency while you're away. Longer-term, we're building direct relationships with ground DMCs in popular destinations, offered as an optional paid add-on for extra on-the-ground support. Ultimately, though, the group is responsible for its own conduct and safety on a self-launched trip, same as on any trip you plan yourself.
What kind of trip is this?+
This is a hiking, adventure, culture trip through Amalfi Coast, Italy, self-launched rather than run by a tour operator — you organise it with a group you find or bring yourself.
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