Path of the Gods Guided Trek on the Amalfi Coast

🥾 Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods

🌍 Overview

The Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods invites you to spend two unforgettable days exploring the most iconic trails suspended above the crystal clear sea of the Amalfi Coast. Starting from Agerola and Bomerano, you will follow legendary routes such as the Path of the Gods, Nocelle, Positano, Monte Murillo and the Ferriere path to Amalfi. This challenging hiking weekend combines spectacular sea views, ancient mule tracks, chestnut woods and historic sites for a complete immersion in one of Italy’s most breathtaking landscapes.

🧭 What to Expect

On Saturday you set off from Bomerano to walk the famous Path of the Gods, one of the most scenic trails in the world. The route winds along natural panoramic rock terraces and viewpoints over the Amalfi Coast, passing through the localities of Li Cannati and Colle Serra. You will reach Nocelle and pause on its terrace overlooking Positano, with time to rest at an intermediate refreshment point before deciding how to continue.

On the way back, you can follow a variant of the Path of the Gods or, if you are among the more daring hikers, continue down about 1,700 steps all the way to Positano, always accompanied by wide open views of the coast. From Positano or the end of the variant, you return by bus to Agerola for an overnight stay, ready for your second day on the trails.

On Sunday you climb the mule track from Monte Murillo, enjoying elevated views of the Amalfi Coast from above, then begin a long descent along a dirt road. The trail crosses a chestnut grove, a wood and further mule tracks until you reach the Acquolella di Agerola spring. From here, you continue along the path from Pogerola to the “fico 'a noce” spring, where the “Giustino Fortunato” Ferriere path begins.

This second day leads you into the Ferriere reserve, where you can see the remains of ancient quarries, mills and ironworks, a reminder of the area’s historic industry. The hike ends in Amalfi, where you are free to visit the Cathedral of Amalfi and wander the wonderful historic center at your own pace. Later, you return by bus from Amalfi to Agerola, completing a weekend of challenging but rewarding trekking between sky, sea and history.

✨ Highlights

• 🌊 Walk the legendary Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods route high above the crystal clear sea of the Amalfi Coast.
• 🏞 Enjoy panoramic rock terraces, viewpoints and wooden benches along Li Cannati, Colle Serra and Nocelle.
• 🏘 Choose to descend around 1,700 steps to Positano for an intense and scenic challenge with sweeping coastal views.
• 🌳 Hike through chestnut groves, woodland and ancient mule tracks from Monte Murillo to the Acquolella di Agerola spring.
• 🏛 Follow the “Giustino Fortunato” Ferriere path, visiting the reserve and the remains of old quarries, mills and ironworks.
• ⛪ Finish in Amalfi with free time to visit the Cathedral of Amalfi and explore the charming historic center independently.
• ⏱ Cover approximately 11 km per day with 200 m of ascent on each route, ideal for fit hikers seeking a challenging weekend.

🗺 Itinerary

📅 Day 1 – Path of the Gods, Bomerano to Nocelle and Positano (Approx. 6 hours)

• Departure from Bomerano, in the Agerola area.
• Walk along the famous Path of the Gods, passing through Li Cannati and Colle Serra.
• Follow natural panoramic rock terraces and rest on comfortable wooden benches overlooking the Amalfi Coast.
• Arrive in the village of Nocelle and stop on the terrace with a spectacular view of Positano.
• Intermediate refreshment point in Nocelle.
• On the way back, continue on a variant of the Path of the Gods, or for the more daring, descend about 1,700 steps all the way to Positano with a fantastic panoramic view.
• Return by bus to Agerola and overnight in Agerola (accommodation details are not specified).

Route info Day 1:
Length: 11 km
Elevation difference: 200 m
Approximate duration: 6 hours
Hiking difficulty: Challenging

📅 Day 2 – Monte Murillo, Acquolella Spring and Ferriere Path to Amalfi (Approx. 8 hours)

• Start from Agerola and walk up the mule track from Monte Murillo.
• Admire the splendid Amalfi Coast from above.
• Begin the descent along Via Sterrata, crossing a chestnut grove, a wood and more mule tracks.
• Reach the Acquolella di Agerola spring.
• Continue along the path from Pogerola to the “fico 'a noce” spring.
• Join the “Giustino Fortunato” Ferriere path.
• Visit the Ferriere reserve, seeing the remains of ancient quarries, mills and ironworks along the way.
• Arrive in Amalfi, with free time to visit the Cathedral of Amalfi and explore the city center independently.
• Return by bus from Amalfi to Agerola.

Route info Day 2:
Length: 11 km
Elevation difference: +200 m / -700 m
Approximate duration: 8 hours
Hiking difficulty: Challenging

Please note that timings are approximate and depend on group pace and conditions.

🎒 What’s Included

• Guided hikes along the Path of the Gods and associated variants (where applicable) as described.
• Guided hike along the Monte Murillo, Acquolella and Ferriere paths as described.
• Bus transfer from Positano or the end of the variant back to Agerola on Day 1.
• Bus transfer from Amalfi back to Agerola on Day 2.
• Overnight stay in Agerola between Day 1 and Day 2 (type of accommodation not specified).

🚫 Exclusions

• Meals and drinks, except for access to refreshment points mentioned along the route.
• Entrance fees to any attractions in Amalfi, including the Cathedral of Amalfi.
• Personal expenses during free time in Nocelle, Positano or Amalfi.
• Travel to and from Agerola at the beginning and end of the Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods.
• Any services or equipment not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions.

ℹ️ Important Information

• Difficulty level: The tour is described as CHALLENGING, with two full hiking days of about 11 km each and significant descent, especially on Day 2.
• Fitness requirements: Suitable for hikers with good physical condition and prior trekking experience, particularly for those choosing the 1,700-step descent to Positano.
• Terrain: Trails include mule tracks, dirt roads, rock terraces, woodland paths and long stairways, which may be uneven or steep.
• Refreshment points: There is an intermediate refreshment point in Nocelle on Day 1 and a refreshment point in Amalfi on Day 2; other food and water must be brought by participants.
• Free time: Time in Amalfi to visit the Cathedral and city center is independent, without a guided visit inside the monuments.
• Weather: The experience depends on outdoor conditions; routes may be more demanding in hot, wet or windy weather, and appropriate clothing and footwear are essential.
• Age and restrictions: No minimum or maximum age is specified, but the challenging nature of the Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods makes it more suitable for fit, active participants.
• Meeting and return: The hikes start and end in the Agerola area, with specific departures from Bomerano and Monte Murillo; exact meeting points and times are not detailed.

🚀 Step Into the Sky Above the Sea

A weekend where every step reveals a new horizon.

Secure your place on the Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods and experience two intense days of hiking between Bomerano, Nocelle, Positano, Monte Murillo and Amalfi. With legendary coastal views, historic mule tracks and the wild beauty of the Ferriere reserve, this is the ideal adventure for hikers who want to challenge themselves while discovering the most scenic side of the Amalfi Coast.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions, FAQ

1. How difficult is the Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods?
   The weekend is described as CHALLENGING, with two full days of hiking of about 11 km each and significant elevation changes. It is best suited to hikers in good physical condition who are comfortable with long walks on uneven terrain and, optionally, a 1,700-step descent.

2. What is the difference between the standard route and the 1,700-step descent to Positano?
   From Nocelle you can either follow a variant of the Path of the Gods back towards Agerola or choose to continue down about 1,700 steps to Positano. The descent to Positano is more demanding but rewards you with an even more immersive and panoramic view of the Amalfi Coast during the Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods.

3. Are food and drinks included during the trekking weekend?
   Meals and drinks are not specified as included, but there is an intermediate refreshment point in Nocelle on Day 1 and a refreshment point in Amalfi on Day 2. Hikers should plan to bring their own water and snacks for the trails.

4. What kind of landscapes will I see on the second day?
   On the second day of the Trekking Weekend: Path of the Gods you will walk from Monte Murillo along mule tracks, dirt roads, chestnut groves and woodland. You will also enter the Ferriere reserve, where you can see natural scenery alongside the remains of ancient quarries, mills and ironworks before arriving in Amalfi.

5. Is the visit to the Cathedral of Amalfi guided?
   The description states that once you reach Amalfi you can independently visit the Cathedral and the city center. This means the time in Amalfi is free, without a guided visit inside the Cathedral included in the tour.