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| Type of tour: | Guided |
| Level: | Leisurely |
| Duration: | 7 Nights |
| Distance: | 20 Miles/day average |
| Dates: | Saturdays: May 4, 25; June 1, 22; Oct 12, 19, 2013 |
| Tour price: | €1180 |
| Start city: | Castellammare di Stabia, Italy |
| End city: | Castellammare di Stabia. Italy |
Cycling along Italy's Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful coasts in the world, is a vacation to remember. This 8-day/7-night cycling holiday travels along easy coastal roads with some hills. Enjoy all the coast has to offer as you cruise the waters on a rustic motor glider through the gulf of Naples and the islands of Capri, Procida and Ischia. Surrounded by the smell of flowers, lemons and crystal-clear blue sea, you will discover enchanting fishing villages, romantic bays and the culinary delicacies of Campania and “La Dolce Vita.”
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Cycling along Italy's Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful coasts in the world, is a vacation to remember. This 8-day/7-night cycling holiday travels along easy coastal roads with some hills. Enjoy all the coast has to offer as you cruise the waters on a rustic motor glider through the gulf of Naples and the islands of Capri, Procida and Ischia. Surrounded by the smell of flowers, lemons and crystal-clear blue sea, you will discover enchanting fishing villages, romantic bays and the culinary delicacies of Campania and “La Dolce Vita.”
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Day 1: Individual arrival to Castellammare di Stabia
Leaving at 6 p.m. from Marina di Castellammare di Stabia, the crew welcomes guests with drinks, dinner and presentation of the program.
Overnight in Castellammare di Stabia.
Day 2: Castellammare di Sabia – Pompeii – Sorrento (9 miles/15 km)
Today's cycle route leads you to Pompeii, the world's largest open-air archaeological site. A great example of past life, Pompeii's citizens remain fixed in their daily activites when Mount Vesuvius eruped in 79 A.D. and covered the city with ash and lava. From Pompeii the tour returns to Marina di Castellammare and Sorrento.
Overnight in Sorrento.
Day 3: Sorrento – Positano – Amalfi (22 miles/35 km)
After strolling through Sorrento in the morning, you cross "Passo San Pietro“ (St. Peters pass) and enter the Amalfi Coast. The route cycles along scenic roads on the way to Positano. The colourful houses of Positano are built in an amphitheatre shape overlooking the sea, giving the village a unique and picturesque aspect. From Positano the tour continues to Amalfi, a powerful town during the 10th century maritime republic. Highlights of the town include the Abbey of Paradise, Church and main road that is connected with many narrow alleys between white fishermans' houses.
Overnight in Amalfi.
Day 4: Amalfi – Minori – Vietri – Cetara or Salerno (16 miles/25 km; optional Ravello route 22 miles/35 km)
From Amalfi you continue cycling on rolling roads overlooking the sea, passing the villages of Minori, Maiori and Cetara. You can also make a detour to Ravello to visit the Dome dedicated to Saint Pantaleone. Views along the route include the Gulf of Salerno and Cilento mountains, as well as Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo whose architecture was an inspiration to Wagner, a famous composer. Cycling on you reach Vietri and Salerno.Overnight in roadstead in Capri.
Overnight in Salerno.
Day 5: Capri
Today you will have a break from cycling. You will have time to vist Capri's famous piazzetta and Faraglioni. Another highlight is a spectacular view from a cliff overlooking the Gulf of Naples dominated by Mount Vesuvius.
Overnight stay in the port of Ischia Casamicciola.
Day 6: Ischia (22 miles/35 km)
Cycling from Ischia port you will cross by bike the west part of the island among the scents and flavors of the Mediterranean sea, crossing little villages with the possibility of visiting little museums along the stage. Once we reach the thermal village of S. Angelo, embarkation and overnight in port.
Day 7: Procida – Naples – Castellammare di Stabia
We sail up to Procida and walking visit of the town and the San Michele Abbey. Return to the boat to continue to Napoli, disembarkation and visit of the city. Starting from “Spacca Napoli”, you will discover the city centre characterized by narrow streets, with washing hung out, baroque churches and palaces, the San-Carlo theatre, the Gallery Umberto the 1st, the Plebiscito Square. In the afternoon we reach again the caique and we sail up to Marina di Castellammare di Stabia (in alternative, we reach Castellammare with public means).
Overnight in the Marina of Castellammare di Stabia.
Day 8: Individual departure or additional nights
Disembarkation at 9:00 am. End of services.
(Please note that the program and details are subject to changes due to nautical and weather reasons.)
Saturdays: Apr 5; Apr 20- June 22; Aug 31- Oct 19, 2013
All departures are on the Caique Derlya Deniz, EXCEPT June 1, June 8, September 7 and September 14, which are on the Caique Mariagiovanna.
**These 2013 dates are sold-out:
April 20, 27
May 11, 18
June 8, 15
Aug 31
September 14, 21, 28
October 5
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Caique Derlya Deniz
The boat you will travel on is the Caique Derlya Deniz (used on all departures except June 1, 8 and Sep 9 and 14.) It is a 78 foot (24 m) long and 21 foot (6.6 m) wide gulet, with a solid structure and finished with precious mahogany woods. The well-kept interiors and external spaces provide the ship a unique and comfortable charm, enabling you to enjoy a wonderful holiday.
The gulet can accommodate up to 12 people in its 6 cabins (4 double cabins and 2 twin cabins). All cabins are equipped with private shower with 1/4 bathtub, hairdryer and hot and cold water. Other amenities include air conditioning with independent regulation, LCD TV, enough space to place luggage (please exclude rigid luggage) and portholes that can be opened.
The ship is furnished in style, boasting prestigious wood furnishings and fittings, as well as comfortable inner spaces including a spacious dinette with bar. The guests can also take advantage of a large solarium with comfortable beach mattresses, enjoying the sounds of the sea. The back deck is covered and has a table for meals. Aboard catering is our pride and is the result of cultural research and old recipes from seaside villages. Carpaccio, fresh seafood and vegetables, pasta, meat and herbs of the Mediterranean are among the culinary delights you will experience.
Caique Mariagiovanna (June 1, 8; Sep 9 and 14 departures)
6 cabins – 12 places max.
2 double cabins with 3rd bed and 4 twin cabins, with private services (shower and WC)
Mariagiovanna is a caique, a traditional Turkish vessel built with mahogany wood, which will make you live an unforgettable and relaxing holiday joining together the antique charm of an "ancient vessel" with the functionality of a modern boat.
The stern and the bow provided with large and soft cushions are ideal for our guests who wish to enjoy very relaxing moments only just lying down to look at the amazing landscapes in the glittering sunlight caressed by the sea breeze or simply to sunbathe.
All the services that Mariagiovanna can offer you joined with an accurate and discreet hospitality will really make your stay on it a very magic holiday.
Comfortable cabins, air conditioning and private services and WC on board, provide the clients the maximum of comfort.
Caique Derlya Deniz
The boat you will travel on is the Caique Derlya Deniz (used on all departures except June 1, 8 and Sep 9 and 14.) It is a 78 foot (24 m) long and 21 foot (6.6 m) wide gulet, with a solid structure and finished with precious mahogany woods. The well-kept interiors and external spaces provide the ship a unique and comfortable charm, enabling you to enjoy a wonderful holiday.
The gulet can accommodate up to 12 people in its 6 cabins (4 double cabins and 2 twin cabins). All cabins are equipped with private shower with 1/4 bathtub, hairdryer and hot and cold water. Other amenities include air conditioning with independent regulation, LCD TV, enough space to place luggage (please exclude rigid luggage) and portholes that can be opened.
The ship is furnished in style, boasting prestigious wood furnishings and fittings, as well as comfortable inner spaces including a spacious dinette with bar. The guests can also take advantage of a large solarium with comfortable beach mattresses, enjoying the sounds of the sea. The back deck is covered and has a table for meals. Aboard catering is our pride and is the result of cultural research and old recipes from seaside villages. Carpaccio, fresh seafood and vegetables, pasta, meat and herbs of the Mediterranean are among the culinary delights you will experience.
Caique Mariagiovanna (June 1, 8; Sep 9 and 14 departures)
6 cabins – 12 places max.
2 double cabins with 3rd bed and 4 twin cabins, with private services (shower and WC)
Mariagiovanna is a caique, a traditional Turkish vessel built with mahogany wood, which will make you live an unforgettable and relaxing holiday joining together the antique charm of an "ancient vessel" with the functionality of a modern boat.
The stern and the bow provided with large and soft cushions are ideal for our guests who wish to enjoy very relaxing moments only just lying down to look at the amazing landscapes in the glittering sunlight caressed by the sea breeze or simply to sunbathe.
All the services that Mariagiovanna can offer you joined with an accurate and discreet hospitality will really make your stay on it a very magic holiday.
Comfortable cabins, air conditioning and private services and WC on board, provide the clients the maximum of comfort.
The bikes for rent are aluminium 21-speed hybrid bikes in men's and women's styles.
Bike rentals include the following equipment: one waterproof pannier bag, water bottle cage, map holder, front shock absorbers, reinforced rims, soft saddles, anti-puncture tires. After having seen and tried your bike, you will sign a bike rental contract If you prefer bringing your own saddle, the guide will help you in substituting it. For each cabin one lock is provided. In case of the puncturing of a tire or the fall of the chain the guide will help you repair it.
Helmets are available for rent for 10 euros for a week. Payment for helmet rental is upon arrival to the tour, but please reserve helmets at time of booking.
The bikes for rent are aluminium 21-speed hybrid bikes in men's and women's styles.
Bike rentals include the following equipment: one waterproof pannier bag, water bottle cage, map holder, front shock absorbers, reinforced rims, soft saddles, anti-puncture tires. After having seen and tried your bike, you will sign a bike rental contract If you prefer bringing your own saddle, the guide will help you in substituting it. For each cabin one lock is provided. In case of the puncturing of a tire or the fall of the chain the guide will help you repair it.
Helmets are available for rent for 10 euros for a week. Payment for helmet rental is upon arrival to the tour, but please reserve helmets at time of booking.
While the tour follows easy routes along coastal roads, it also encounters some gentle, rolling hills. It follows asphalted streets with some traffic.
The tour is rated Leisurely and is for cyclists in average physical condition.
While the tour follows easy routes along coastal roads, it also encounters some gentle, rolling hills. It follows asphalted streets with some traffic.
The tour is rated Leisurely and is for cyclists in average physical condition.
"It was AMAZING. One of my best trips ever. The combination of boat and bike was a perfect fit for us. Seeing the Amalfi Coast from both perspectives was incredible. The guide and the boat staff did great at accommodating a very diverse group. The Amalfi was more beautiful than I ever expected, the bikes were fine and appropriately geared for the climbs. The food was good. It was not any less than marketed. In fact, I felt that it was better."
- Janet C.
2011
"It was AMAZING. One of my best trips ever. The combination of boat and bike was a perfect fit for us. Seeing the Amalfi Coast from both perspectives was incredible. The guide and the boat staff did great at accommodating a very diverse group. The Amalfi was more beautiful than I ever expected, the bikes were fine and appropriately geared for the climbs. The food was good. It was not any less than marketed. In fact, I felt that it was better."
- Janet C.
2011
Tour Start and End
Nearest airport: Naples, or further away, Rome, Italy
Nearest train station: Castellammare Centrale train station
From the Naples airport, you can take a 20-minute bus to Naples main train station (Naples Centrale) for about €3 per person. From the Naples train station, you can take a train to Castellammare Centrale train station. From there you can take bus line 2 or a taxi to the landing stage.
Transfers are available upon request!
Tips for getting to and from your tour
Tour Start and End
Nearest airport: Naples, or further away, Rome, Italy
Nearest train station: Castellammare Centrale train station
From the Naples airport, you can take a 20-minute bus to Naples main train station (Naples Centrale) for about €3 per person. From the Naples train station, you can take a train to Castellammare Centrale train station. From there you can take bus line 2 or a taxi to the landing stage.
Transfers are available upon request!
Tips for getting to and from your tour
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Of all European countries, none draws visitors over and over again like Italy. A peninsula extending into the Mediterranean Sea, Italy consists of 21 diverse regions of rolling hills, vineyards, mountains, lakes, cliffs and islands. Each region has its unique charm, but all share the ‘Italian’ view that life should be taken at a slow pace with time to enjoy conversation, food and drink. Together, Italy’s regions boast the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Pisa are a few of the country's renowned cities along with Italy’s 95,000 monumental churches, 40,000 forts and castles and 5,600 museums and archaeological sites. Whether you ride a gondola through Venice’s Grand Canal, stroll along Lake Como or visit the Coliseum in Rome, the opportunities are endless when visiting Italy.
Of all European countries, none draws visitors over and over again like Italy. A peninsula extending into the Mediterranean Sea, Italy consists of 21 diverse regions of rolling hills, vineyards, mountains, lakes, cliffs and islands. Each region has its unique charm, but all share the ‘Italian’ view that life should be taken at a slow pace with time to enjoy conversation, food and drink. Together, Italy’s regions boast the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi and Pisa are a few of the country's renowned cities along with Italy’s 95,000 monumental churches, 40,000 forts and castles and 5,600 museums and archaeological sites. Whether you ride a gondola through Venice’s Grand Canal, stroll along Lake Como or visit the Coliseum in Rome, the opportunities are endless when visiting Italy.
What about a walking holiday, a hiking vacation, a family tour or a bike tour in Italy? Verde Natura organizes trekking, walking and cycling tours: active green holidays with the comfort of pleasant hotels at the end of the stage. A range of itineraries, group tours or individual tours to discover Italy, in the mountains or to the seaside: from the Amalfi coast to Tuscany, following routes through cities such as Florence or Siena, and the Chianti region, in the typical Tuscan scenery, where you can enjoy local foodstuffs and wine tastings. We offer one week treks hiking in the Dolomites, exploring Apulia, Sardinia and Sicily, self guided or guided tours with an Italian tour operator, natural and relaxing vacation in the countryside, in our hospitable farms, B&B and farmhouses.
What about a walking holiday, a hiking vacation, a family tour or a bike tour in Italy? Verde Natura organizes trekking, walking and cycling tours: active green holidays with the comfort of pleasant hotels at the end of the stage. A range of itineraries, group tours or individual tours to discover Italy, in the mountains or to the seaside: from the Amalfi coast to Tuscany, following routes through cities such as Florence or Siena, and the Chianti region, in the typical Tuscan scenery, where you can enjoy local foodstuffs and wine tastings. We offer one week treks hiking in the Dolomites, exploring Apulia, Sardinia and Sicily, self guided or guided tours with an Italian tour operator, natural and relaxing vacation in the countryside, in our hospitable farms, B&B and farmhouses.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
Individual reservations:
Cancellation fees
If clients need to cancel their booking before departure:
If the minimum number of participants required for a trip is not met (8 participants), we reserve the right to cancel it. The decision about whether the trip will take place or not will be made as early as possible, 21 days before the beginning of the trip at the latest. In case of trip cancellation, the payments you have made for the only tour will be fully refunded. There can be no additional claims made against us.
Charter:
Payments
Deposit of the 30% of the total at the confirm/reservation time. A second deposit of the 30% 4 months before the departure and the balance of the 40% 40 days before the departure date.
Cancellation fees
For cancellation after the confirm:
- 180 days or more before the beginning of the trip: 20% of the trip price
- 179 – 120 days before the trip begins: 30% of the trip price
- 119 – 60 days before the trip begins: 50% of the trip price
- 59 – 30 days before the trip begins: 90% of the trip price
- 29 – departure day: 100% of the trip price
GENERAL CONDITIONS
Individual reservations:
Cancellation fees
If clients need to cancel their booking before departure:
If the minimum number of participants required for a trip is not met (8 participants), we reserve the right to cancel it. The decision about whether the trip will take place or not will be made as early as possible, 21 days before the beginning of the trip at the latest. In case of trip cancellation, the payments you have made for the only tour will be fully refunded. There can be no additional claims made against us.
Charter:
Payments
Deposit of the 30% of the total at the confirm/reservation time. A second deposit of the 30% 4 months before the departure and the balance of the 40% 40 days before the departure date.
Cancellation fees
For cancellation after the confirm:
- 180 days or more before the beginning of the trip: 20% of the trip price
- 179 – 120 days before the trip begins: 30% of the trip price
- 119 – 60 days before the trip begins: 50% of the trip price
- 59 – 30 days before the trip begins: 90% of the trip price
- 29 – departure day: 100% of the trip price
