7-Day Adventure Itinerary of Southern Italy

1. Day 1: Hike up Mount Vesuvius
   45 minutes (9.2 miles) from Naples

   Take a 2-hour hike up Mount Vesuvius, an active volcano that last erupted in 1944. Experience panoramic views of Naples and the Bay of Naples.

2. Day 2: Explore Pompeii
   30 minutes (12 miles) from Mount Vesuvius

   Visit the preserved ancient Roman city buried under ash after the Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 A.D. You'll see well-preserved structures and artifacts from ancient times.

3. Day 3: Kayak in the Cilento Coast
   2 hours (62 miles) from Pompeii

   Kayak through the crystal clear waters of the Cilento Coast, home to rocky cliffs, grottos, natural arches, and pristine beaches.

4. Day 4: Climb the Alburni Mountains
   1 hour and 30 minutes (44 miles) from Cilento Coast

   Hike to the top of the Alburni Mountains with stunning views of the surrounding area and quaint mountain villages. Take a break and enjoy some local cuisine in one of those villages.

5. Day 5: Visit Maratea and the Christ the Redeemer Statue
   1 hour and 15 minutes (45 miles) from the Alburni Mountains

   Explore Maratea, a small village on the coast known for its crystal clear waters and pastel-colored houses. Don't miss the chance to take a close look at the 21-meter tall Christ the Redeemer statue.

6. Day 6: Trek Corno Grande in Gran Sasso National Park
   4 hours and 15 minutes (218 miles) from Maratea

   Home of Italy's highest peak, trekking Corno Grande offers daring views and challenging terrain in the heart of Gran Sasso National Park.

7. Day 7: Visit Grotta della Poesia and Enjoy the Adriatic Coast
   2 hours (104 miles) from Gran Sasso National Park

   Swim in the turquoise, cliff-lined waters of Grotto della Poesia, a sinkhole that has become one of the most picturesque spots in Italy. Afterwards, enjoy the Adriatic coast.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Mount Vesuvius (2 hours, 15 EUR)
• Pompeii (4 hours, 13 EUR)
• Kayak in the Cilento Coast (4 hours, 65 EUR)
• Climb the Alburni Mountains (6 hours, 30 EUR)
• Maratea and the Christ the Redeemer Statue (5 hours, 25 EUR)
• Trek Corno Grande in Gran Sasso National Park (8 hours, 10 EUR)
• Grotta della Poesia and Enjoy the Adriatic Coast (4 hours, 15 EUR)

Total Estimated Costs (7 days): 173 EUR

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider a visit to the Matera Sassi in Basilicata, a UNESCO World Heritage site. If you have less time, skip the Corno Grande trek and opt for a shorter hike in Gran Sasso National Park.