Indulge in the Flavours of Amalfi Coast in 5 Days - A Foodie's Dream Itinerary

  • Day 1: Positano
    Starting Point

    Start your culinary journey in the charming cliffside village of Positano. Take a stroll along the beach and indulge in some delicious seafood at Ristorante La Pergola where the menu is full of local specialties. Later, take a short boat ride to Furore and try the famous wines at Vineyard Marisa Cuomo.

  • Day 2: Ravello & Amalfi
    1 hour (17 km) from Positano

    Head to the charming town of Ravello and visit the beautifully landscaped Villa Cimbrone Gardens, where you can have a picnic among the stunning views. Afterwards, visit the Cathedral of Amalfi in Amalfi, a stunning example of Arab-Sicilian architecture where you can also grab a bite of local street food. End the day with a visit to Laboratorio del Gusto to try their famed artisanal Limoncello.

  • Day 3: Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi
    45 minutes (20 km) from Amalfi

    Enjoy breakfast at La Tana dell’Orso Bakery, one of the most popular bakeries in the area, before heading to the quaint village of Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi. Visit Lo Stuzzichino for some authentic southern Italian flavors with their mouth-watering pasta dishes. After, indulge in the famed pizzas at Don Alfonso 1890 which boasts three Michelin stars, making it a must-visit for every foodie.

  • Day 4: Sorrento
    30 minutes (16 km) from Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi

    Start the day visiting the Cloister of San Francesco and then have a delicious brunch at Café Latino. Afterwards, head to Ristorante Bagni Delfino for a unique dining experience on the sea. Finish off the day with a visit to Gelateria Primavera to try their famous Pistachio Gelato.

  • Day 5: Pompeii
    1 hour (30 km) from Sorrento

    End your trip with a visit to the famous archaeological site of Pompeii. After taking in all the history, head over to PompeiiPizzaVillage to enjoy pizza cooked in a traditional Neapolitan way. End the day at Sal De Riso Pastry Shop for some exquisite pastries and cannoli.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • La Pergola (2 hours, €€€)
  • Vineyard Marisa Cuomo (2 hours, €€€€)
  • Villa Cimbrone Gardens (3 hours, €)
  • Cathedral of Amalfi (1 hour, Free)
  • Laboratorio del Gusto (1 hour, €)
  • La Tana dell’Orso Bakery (1 hour, €)
  • Lo Stuzzichino (2 hours, €€€)
  • Don Alfonso 1890 (3 hours, €€€€)
  • Café Latino (1 hour, €€)
  • Ristorante Bagni Delfino (2 hours, €€€€)
  • Gelateria Primavera (1 hour, €)
  • PompeiiPizzaVillage (2 hours, €€€)
  • Sal De Riso Pastry Shop (1 hour, €€)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €€€€€

Transportation:

To explore the Amalfi Coast in depth, it’s best to rent a car while visiting. This way, you have the freedom to stop at any location that catches your interest. Public transportation is available but limited, and taxis can be expensive. Be mindful of the narrow and winding roads that are common along the coast.

Travel Costs: Car rental €€€ per day

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, visit the island of Capri or take a cooking class to learn about the local cuisine hands-on. For a little adventure, hike the famous Path of the Gods, which offers panoramic views of the coast. If you have less time, consider skipping Pompeii or Ravello and allocating more time to the other locations.

Airports:

The closest airport to the Amalfi Coast is Naples International Airport (NAP), which is located in Naples, roughly an hour and a half drive from Positano.

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