Positano & glamour
Wake above the bay, wander boutique lined lanes and arrive at lunch by boat before the evening light settles over the town.
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The Amalfi Coast, at a pace that feels entirely your own
Cliffside towns, private boat days and long lunches beneath lemon trees, thoughtfully planned around you.
Thoughtfully planned
More than a beautiful view
The Amalfi Coast rewards careful choices. Positano brings energy and glamour, Ravello offers gardens and stillness, while Praiano and Amalfi create a gentler base between the two. We help you decide where to stay, how to move along the coast and when to step away from the busiest moments, shaping a journey that feels relaxed rather than rushed.
Best time
May, June and September
Ideal length
7 to 10 nights
Nearest airport
Naples
Perfect for
Couples, celebrations and slow family escapes
Designed around you
Find your version of the coast
The familiar postcard is only the beginning. Each town creates a different experience, and the best days often unfold between them.
Ravello & stillness
Choose garden terraces, wide coastal views and a quieter pace, with music, history and long evenings above the sea.
Sorrento, Capri & the coast by water
Stay amid the gardens and lively streets of Sorrento, then take to the water for Capri, hidden coves and a completely different perspective of the coast.
A few ideas
Where you might stay
A grand Ravello retreat, an iconic Positano address or a historic Sorrento base will each create a very different version of the coast.
Ravello
Caruso, A Belmond Hotel
Set high above the coast in a historic palace, Caruso combines peaceful gardens, expansive views and an exceptional sense of space away from the busiest coastal towns.
Particularly suited to Romance, celebrations and a more peaceful base
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Positano
Le Sirenuse
A characterful family run hotel at the heart of Positano, known for its distinctive design, art and atmosphere, with the town's boutiques and waterfront close by.
Particularly suited to Iconic views, atmosphere and being at the centre of Positano
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Sorrento
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
A historic family owned retreat overlooking the Bay of Naples, combining private gardens and classic Italian character with the energy of Sorrento just beyond its gates.
Particularly suited to Coastal exploration, Capri day trips and combining relaxation with time in town
Ask about this hotelEvery hotel is selected around your preferences. These examples are inspiration rather than a fixed collection.
One possible rhythm
9 nights: Ravello, Positano, Sorrento and Capri
A flexible coastal journey combining stillness, atmosphere and time to explore the Bay of Naples by water.
Arrive in Ravello
Arrive and settle into your Ravello base, with time to enjoy the view.
Ravello gardens
Spend the day exploring the gardens and allowing time for a quiet afternoon.
Time above the coast
Keep the day unhurried, with another evening overlooking the sea.
On to Positano
Move to Positano and settle into the town’s waterfront atmosphere.
Positano at your pace
Allow time for the lanes, boutiques and a relaxed waterfront lunch.
A day by the water
Enjoy a slower day around the waterfront or a beach club, shaped around your preferences.
On to Sorrento
Continue to Sorrento and settle into your final coastal base.
Capri by boat
Make time for a private Capri boat day.
Sorrento gardens and old town
Spend the final full day enjoying Sorrento’s gardens and old town.
Departure
Leave Sorrento for your onward journey.
This is inspiration rather than a fixed itinerary. Every detail would be adapted around your dates, priorities and preferred pace.
Good to know
The details that make the coast effortless
Plan the transfers
Narrow roads, traffic and steep streets make private transfers and well timed arrivals an important part of the experience.
Choose your pace
A single excellent base can be more relaxing than moving hotels. For longer stays, two contrasting locations work beautifully.
Use the water
Ferries and private boats are often the most enjoyable way to move between towns, while revealing the coastline at its best.
Continue exploring
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Where could Amalfi Coast take you?
Tell us what draws you to Amalfi Coast and how you like to travel. We will shape the right balance of places, experiences and time around you.
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