Local Living: Local Living Italy-Amalfi Coast (EIAL)
Countries Visited: Italy
Trip Style: Local Living - Don't just visit; move right in
Always dreamed of renting a villa or cottage somewhere but thought you couldn't afford tos You can now. Local Living adventures put you undercover in some of the world's greatest and most out-there destinations and serve up a taste of life as it's lived every day. Unpack once at a central home base-a Tuscan farmhouse, a French river barge, a private home in the Amazon Delta, that sort of thing-and explore alongside like-minded travellers and a connected CEO who knows the area best.
Service Level: Upgraded
All the adventure you want, with a softer landing Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time More included meals, activities and transfers
Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
Group Size: Max 16, Avg 12.
Meals Included: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners
Accommodations: Hotel (1 nt), locally owned agriturismo/guesthouse (6 nts).
Highlights
Live at an agriturismo on the Amalfi Coast for a week, hike beautiful trails including the famous "Walk of the Gods", explore chic resort towns and historic villages, savour delicious home-cooked Italian food made from local ingredients, take in spectacular views of the Amalfi Coast from the water on a scenic ferry ride between Positano and Amalfi
Description
Charming hilltop towns, acres of lemon groves and vineyards, mile after mile of stunning cliffs kissed by cobalt-blue waters. its official name is the Amalfi Coast, but this magical land answers to "heaven." On this trip, you'll live like one of the region's (incredibly lucky) locals, discovering the small towns, mountain trails and local customs of this uniquely beautiful place. Explore the ruins of Pompeii in the morning, hike the coastline of the Med by afternoon, and tuck into bed at your converted 17th-century monastery home base at sundown. Paradise incarnate.
Trip Style: Local Living - Don't just visit; move right in
Always dreamed of renting a villa or cottage somewhere but thought you couldn't afford tos You can now. Local Living adventures put you undercover in some of the world's greatest and most out-there destinations and serve up a taste of life as it's lived every day. Unpack once at a central home base-a Tuscan farmhouse, a French river barge, a private home in the Amazon Delta, that sort of thing-and explore alongside like-minded travellers and a connected CEO who knows the area best.
Service Level: Upgraded
Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
Group Size: Max 16, Avg 12.
Meals Included: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 6 dinners
Accommodations: Hotel (1 nt), locally owned agriturismo/guesthouse (6 nts).
Highlights
Live at an agriturismo on the Amalfi Coast for a week, hike beautiful trails including the famous "Walk of the Gods", explore chic resort towns and historic villages, savour delicious home-cooked Italian food made from local ingredients, take in spectacular views of the Amalfi Coast from the water on a scenic ferry ride between Positano and Amalfi
Description
Charming hilltop towns, acres of lemon groves and vineyards, mile after mile of stunning cliffs kissed by cobalt-blue waters. its official name is the Amalfi Coast, but this magical land answers to "heaven." On this trip, you'll live like one of the region's (incredibly lucky) locals, discovering the small towns, mountain trails and local customs of this uniquely beautiful place. Explore the ruins of Pompeii in the morning, hike the coastline of the Med by afternoon, and tuck into bed at your converted 17th-century monastery home base at sundown. Paradise incarnate.
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- Tour Operator
- G Adventures
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Naples | Day 1 Naples Welcome to Naples, home to the best pizza of the world. As fellow travellers are arriving throughout the day, there are no planned activities until a group meeting at 6pm. Check into the hotel (check-in time is approx 3pm) and enjoy the city. After the welcome meeting, join your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) for an optional group dinner with the most famous dish in Naples-pizza! Additional Notes: Please arrive on time for this important meeting. If you will arrive late, inform the hotel or contact us directly -- contact numbers are provided in these notes. Your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) will then leave you a message at the front desk informing you where and when to meet up. Included Activities: Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting Orientation Walk |
| Day 2 | Furore | Day 2 Naples/Furore (1B, 1D) After youve 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 agriturismos history. Additional Notes: 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, our accommodation 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. Enjoy your meals in an open-air dining area that overlooks the crystalline waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Included Activities: Pompeii Guided Tour Cooking Demonstration Transport: Private Vehicle (1.00 hour(s)) Private Vehicle (1.50 hour(s)) |
| Day 3 | Furore | Day 3 Furore (1B, 1L, 1D) Enjoy the first of several hikes in this beautiful part of Italy. The bustle of the Amalfi Coast is only a few miles away as the crow flies, but we have the chance to savour the more peaceful surroundings. Additional Notes: Please note there are many steps on most of the walking trails in the region, including all of the pathways we use on this tour. As with all of our hikes, todays hike is optional, but you are rewarded with stunning views throughout. Included Activities: Valle dei Mulini Hike |
| Day 4 | Furore | Day 4 Furore (1B, 1D) After the walk and some free time, return to our agriturismo home via private transfer. Included Activities: Ravello Hike and Visit Transport: Private Vehicle (0.50 hour(s)) |
| Day 5 | Furore | Day 5 Furore (1B, 1D) Hike up the mountain slopes of Mt Tre Calli. Dinner will be well deserved. Additional Notes: As with all of our hikes, todays hike is optional, but you are rewarded with stunning views throughout. Included Activities: Mount Tre Calli Hike |
| Day 6 | Furore | Day 6 Furore (1B, 1D) Today is a free day for you to enjoy more sites of your choice along the Amalfi Coast. We have details of more beautiful walks in the area if you would like to do another days hiking. Amalfis famous historic cathedral should not be missed, or simply hit the beach for some R&R. |
| Day 7 | Furore | Day 7 Furore (1B, 1D) Set off on the famous "Walk of the Gods" along the Amalfi Coast, finishing up in quaint Positano. Take a scenic ferry ride along the coast to Amalfi, then return to the agriturismo in time for a final dinner feast. Included Activities: Walk of the Gods Hike Transport: Ferry (1.00 hour(s)) Private Vehicle (0.50 hour(s)) |
| Day 8 | Naples | Day 8 Furore/Naples (1B) An included group transfer will take you back to Naples on the departure day. This transfer will depart the agriturismo at 8:30am and arrive into Naples train station by 11am." If you opt to stay at the agriturismo in Furore until checkout time at 11am, we will gladly help you arrange any onward transport at your own cost. Included Activities: Departure Day (Activities) Transport: Private Vehicle (2.50 hour(s)) |
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Local Flights: If required all local flights are included in the cost of your tours unless otherwise noted. It is important that we have your passport information at the time of booking in order to process these tickets. Internal flight tickets are issued locally and will be given to you prior to the flight departure.
Dossier Disclaimer:The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
