Dreaming of Amalfi and the other towns of the Coast

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Like every year, it returns to the forefront among the favorite destinations of international tourism, competing for the primacy with Sardinia and Sicily: it is the Amalfi Coast, a pearl necklace of Campania, an exhibition of wonderful seaside villages that bring with them the testimonies of the Middle Ages that forged them. Not only Amalfi but a real itinerary of 13 stages among architecture, panoramas and taste. Moving between the villages is not easy, for this reason with the help of our private transfer services you will have the opportunity and the freedom to explore these jewels without further stress. How? Soon said!

How to get to the Coast

The reference airports for anyone who wants to reach the Amalfi Coast are Salerno (QSR) just 26 km away and Naples Capodichino Airport (NAP). From both airports, in addition to public transport – which in Italy is always chaotic and crowded – you can easily take a private transfer dedicated to you. The booking, on our Transfeero website, takes place with a few convenient clicks from home. Do it in advance so that you can immediately find a car with chauffeur upon your arrival… ready to take you to any of the Amalfi villages. Will you choose “hourly” transportation, with a dedicated driver-tourist guide? Or a larger shuttle? Make your choice online anyway.

Amalfi and its magic

Amalfi is the main point of reference of the Coast, which falls under the province of Salerno. An ancient Roman center, it developed in the Middle Ages as a maritime republic of great prestige. Its glorious history is still reflected today in the monuments that richly decorate it: the spectacular neo-Moorish Cathedral, the Basilica of the Crucifix (or ancient cathedral), the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Graces, the medieval towers and the elegant fountains. Admire the Old Arsenal, a succession of splendid Gothic arches. Amalfi also offers cultural visits to its four museums, including the  Museum of Paper. Amalfi Beach and the Lido delle Sirene beach (behind the port) are small half-moons of sand and gravel overlooking a crystalline sea!

The other pearls of the Amalfi Coast

The 13 villages of the Amalfi Coast are: Amalfi, Atrani, Cetara, Conca dei Marini, Furore, Maiori, Minori, Positano, Praiano, Ravello, Scala, Tramonti and Vietri sul Mare. When creating an itinerary, you should also take into consideration some places far from the sea but equally fascinating, such as the hilltop villages of the Lattari Mountains (Sant’Egidio, Corbara, Agerola, Pimonte, Casola, Lettere…).

For a traditional tour, in the typical tourist style of this place, in addition to Amalfi you should visit Positano (Marina Grande beach, Collegiate Church of the Assumption, Church of Maria Santissima del Rosario, Sponda Tower, Trasìta Tower, Fornillo Tower, Gallo Lungo Tower, Archaeological Museum), Ravello (cathedral, palaces of the Toro Quarter, Ancient Walls, Belvedere Fortress, Lido), Vietri sul Mare, the city of ceramics, flowers and crystalline waters (Marina beach, Crestarella beach, Municipal Park, Garden of Fuenti, Ceramics Museum…).

Your itinerary should never exclude the twin towns of Maiori and Minori. The first, in addition to numerous medieval and baroque churches, also boasts military architecture such as the San Nicola de Thoro-Plano castle and the Torre Normanna castle and is famous for its lively tourist port. Minori, on the other hand, is a baroque jewel nestled in a niche on the coast where it hosts, in addition to splendid beaches, also imposing churches and basilicas, bell towers with an ancient Saracen flavour (Annunziata tower) and the archaeological site of the Villa di Minori from the Roman era.

“Beyond the Coast” Tour Stops

They are not part of the Amalfi Coast circuit but are included in many guided tours that start from it. They are Sant’Agata sui Due Golfi and Sorrento.

Sant’Agata is located on the promontory that actually divides the Gulf of Naples from that of Salerno and dominates both, plus the islands of Ischia and Procida. Rich in fascinating natural panoramas, it is often used as a starting point for those who want to visit both gulfs. It is also a popular paradise of delicacies, thanks to its famous starred restaurants.

Sorrento, overlooking the Gulf of Naples, is a paradise for swimmers. Its beaches (Marina Grande, Marina Piccola, Bagni Regina Giovanna, Puolo, Baia di Ieranto…) are famous throughout the world and have been the backdrop for film sets and real love stories! Also worth visiting: the necropolis of Sottomonte, the churches Cathedral, Sant’Antonino, San Felice and Baccolo, Santuario del Carmine, and the beautiful historic parks Villa Silvana and Villa Fiorentino.

Needless to say, Ischia and Procida are also included in the “beyond-coast” itineraries!

Useful tips for a holiday on the Amalfi Coast

To book a holiday on the Amalfi Coast, all seasons are perfect, even if in winter it is possible that heavy rains and winds make it somewhat difficult to move between the villages. The most poetic and beautiful season is certainly spring, with the same colors and almost the same summer climate but much less crowds.

A holiday on the Amalfi Coast requires a certain “preparation”, even mental: prepare yourself to eat a lot and well, to walk a lot (shoes must be comfortable), to live engaging experiences even at night.

Booking is the watchword. ALWAYS do it in advance, whether you want to book a hotel, a boat trip or a private taxi. And when we talk about “in advance” it means booking in winter everything you will need in the summer.