The PATH of The GODS
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WHAT is The PATH pf The GODS ?
The Path of the Gods is a beautiful cliffside hike along the Amalfi Coast in southern Italy going from the town of Amalfi to Positano.
The Path of the Gods, known in Italy as Il Sentiero degli Dei, was so named for its use as the path the gods would take from the heavens to the sea after being lured there by the sirens.
Some will tell you it’s because, here, you’re closer to the sky than you are the sea, or because of its otherworldly views. But for us it was more because we were literally up inside the clouds, looking down on all the mortals, wrestling with who to throw lightning bolts at.
The Path of the Gods has remained a walk through the ages for centuries, providing not only pristine views of the Amalfi Coast, but also a peek back into the old world’s way of traveling. This 7.8-kilometer trek is a perfect way to spend the day and experience the full scale of beauty you can encounter in this area. The adventurous journey will lead you through historic towns, following along ancient mule routes and purveying some of the most remarkable panoramas you will come across in Italy while keeping you apart from the bustling hubbub of tourist attractions. Simply follow our guide on how to best approach this once-in-a-lifetime hiking excursion.
Sentieri Degli Dei
If there’s one quintessential experience you’ve got to partake in when exploring Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast, it’s hiking the Path Of The Gods Trail. While walking the 7 km path across the ridge from Nocelle to Bomerano, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views of the Amalfi coastline from the moment you step foot onto the trail, until the moment you leave.
The Path of The Gods, or II Sentiero Degli Dei in Italian, is a historic trail connecting the two mountainside hamlets of Nocelle and Bomerano. In the past, it was the only way for locals to get from one town to the other. Now, it’s preserved for tourism and all of our hiking pleasures.
The path got its name due to its incredible awe-inducing views, much like one would imagine when looking up into the heavens.
LENGTH of The TRAIL
The Path of the Gods trail is a 7km point to point trail. Walking the length of the trail one way will take 1.5-2 hours depending on your speed and how much you stop to take pictures and breaks. We hike pretty fast, but also stopped to take a bunch of photos and it took us 1.5 hours to hike the length of the trail.
The Path of The Gods is a point to point trail. As such, you can start at either the town of Bomerano or Nocelle. Most people recommend hiking from Bomerano to Nocelle for two reasons. One, it’s slightly easier as most of the path is a slight downhill grade, and two, you get better views as you’re walking perpendicular to the peninsula the entire time.
Our recommendation? Hike both directions, starting and ending at the same point. The Path of The Gods is an easy hike in both directions, especially for those that hike regularly. It only took us an hour and a half to walk the entire length of the trail in one direction. For more of a half day outing, you’ll definitely want to hike both directions. Plus, more time on the trail means more time soaking in those stunning coastline views!
Starting and ending at the same trailhead also makes getting to and from the trail much easier. We picked the trailhead that was closest to our AirBnB, which if you’re coming from Sorrento or Positano will be Nocelle. If you’re coming from Amalfi, the trailhead you’ll want to start at is Bomerano.
There’s only one main road from Sorrento to Amalfi, which means everyone who wants to travel between those places is driving the same route. Once you get close to Positano, it’s a huge bottleneck of traffic pretty much from there to Amalfi. Save yourself the undue stress and time of sitting in traffic and put your vacation to better use walking on one of the most gorgeous trails in the world.
To start your hike in Nocelle, you need to first get to Positano. To do this you can either take a bus, drive or ride a scooter or bicycle from your hotel. It’s an extremely scenic route along the ocean, so if you have a bike or scooter we would highly recommend riding to town.
I would avoid driving into Positano as parking is super limited, which is the main source of the traffic jams that occur on the way into town. Taking two wheels instead of four also allows you to bypass the traffic jam and arrive at the trailhead faster.
1. Take a SITA bus that runs from Sorrento to Positano every half hour. Get off in town at Positano Sponda and walk down the main road to Pezzi Pazzi Sas Di De Martino Celeste where you’ll see a set of stairs heading up the mountain. Walk up the 1700 steps up all the way to Nocelle.
2. Alternately, you can take bus 507037 (Amalfi) and get off at Airenzo where you’ll have to walk back down the road a few meters to find the stairs up the mountain to Nocelle.
3. If you’re super adventurous you can try and get off the 507037(Amalfi) bus at Bivio Montepertuso bus stop and then catch a local bus from there up the mountain to Nocelle. Buses depart for Nocelle from the center of Positano every hour so you might have to wait for a bit at the Bivio Montepertuso bus stop depending on when you get there.
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One of Our ALL-TIME FAVORITES CASA ALBERTINA
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Casa Albertina
LUXYURY For LESS
Beautifully Appointed Rooms
Casa Albertina is a wonderful 1st Class little family run Hotel that is perfectly situated so you get a nice view of the town from just a little way up, yet a short easy teen minute walk to the Beach and Center of Positano.
I first discovered Casa Albertina way back in 1986 and had 3 glorious days staying there. The son Lorenzo gave me a special rate, seeing I was a young man (22) and probably didn’t have much cash. This hotel is beautifully appointed and the entire staff provides the most friendly service. Casa Albertina is an Absolute Gem.
Note : The first time I stayed at CASA ALBERTINA was the Summer of 1986. The owners sone Lorenzo gave me a special rate of $79 a night, and I had an absolutely wonderful time. The next year when I came back, the price had gone up to $119 a night. When I checked the prices in May of 2018, the rate was $279 a night, and actually a reasonable rate for the quality of this hotel, which is not super deluxe, but does make it in to the luxury category of hotels.
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Me at Casa Albertina
Breakfast with Nicoletta
Summer 1986
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Le SIRENUSE
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View From Terrace Bar at Le Sirenuse
Le SIRENUSE HOTEL … Via C. Colombo 30 , Positano, Italy .. tel. 39 0862 060556
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View from the Terrazzo at Hotel Art Pastea
POSITANO
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VILLA YIARA
Villa Yiara
Positano, Italy
Gorgeous views from your own private terrace at Villa Yiara Residence, Positano. Featuring a sea-view in each , Residence is an adult-only property housed in an 18th-century building. Overlooking the bay of Positano. It offers air-conditioned accommodations 2,650 feet from the beach.
With white and yellow décor, all rooms at the Villa Yiara residence have free WiFi. Each includes a private bathroom with a shower. Some also feature a spa bath.
In this lively area of Positano, guests can find restaurants and cafés within walking distance. A 20-minute drive away, the port of Sorrento offers direct links to Ischia and Capri islands.
A typical Room
Villa Yiara
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View from the Terrazzo at Hotel Dimora Fornillo
POSITANO
A Room with a VIEW
Hotel Dimora Fornillo
About 200 Steps up to the Hotel from the Beach and Center of town.
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View From VILLA MARIA ANTONIETTA
Posiitano has to be one of the hardest place in the World to find a hotel room, and in the Budget Category, almost but not Impossible. Villa Maria Antonietta is one of your best options if you want to pay less than $150 US Dollars a night. It’s almost impossible finding a room here in the high season (April to Mid October). You have a much better chance getting a room here in the off-season when you can get a room for about $96 a night (US Dollars).
I first stayed here in the Summer of 1985, and was recommended this place by the late Poet RENE RICARD. At the time I paid $40 a night, so considering the way things have skyrocketed here in Positano, that you can get a room for about double the price in 2018, that’s pretty reasonable.
The accommodations are basic, but most important, they are clean, the location is Fantastic, you are in Positano and it’s relatively Cheap.
If you want to stay in in Summer, Book Far in Advance !!!
Just 1,900 Feet from the Main Beach and Marina to catch Boats (Ferries) coming and going to Positano.
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POSITANO
The Palazzo Murat is one of our favorite hotels in town. This 18th century, L-shaped palazzo was once home to Joachim Murat, king of Naples and brother-in-law to Napoleon, and there is an air of grandeur (but not pomposity) about the place, especially in the vaulted public rooms with their antiques and fine paintings. An elegant wrought-iron gateway leads into the enticing arched courtyard, dripping with bougainvillea and shaded by big white umbrellas.
Via Dei MULINI 23 .. Positano, Italy … Click Here for more Info on The Hotel Murat
Hotel Conca D’ Oro
Positano
View From Balcony
HOTEL CONCA D’ ORO
POSITANO
Afforadable with Average Room Rate of $145 a Night US Dollars
150 Steps Up, about a 15 Minute Walk to The Main Beach
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And The BEST DEAL in TOWN !
When it comes to hotels in Positano and Prices, the Hotel Posa Posa is without question, thee # 1 “BEST Deal in TOWN,” Bar None. For average room rates of about $135 a night, combined with the elegance and appoints of this lovely little hotel, you are not going to find a better deal than this, anywhere in Positano. It’s quite astonishing that in comparison to the high prices of hotel rooms in Positano, that what you get at Posa Posa doesn’t cost a whole lot more.
Hotel Posa Posa has just about everything you want in a hotel, it’s elegant, has great service, lovely rooms, a terrace with a gorgeous view of Positano, and a pool to boot. The only thing the place is missing is its closeness to the beach and center of town, which for some will not matter at all, while others it might be a factor. For those who love to walk, it’s a nice walk down from Posa Possa to the beaches and center of town, and many guests do this, but take one of the little town buses when going back to the hotel.
Breakfast and Rlexation on The Terrazzo is The Way to Go
Hotel Posa Posa has a very nice restaurant that serves wonderful regional Italian Food, and this is the place where you will start your day with a nice complementary Breakfast, as you overlook the beautiful town of Positano on the hotel’s terrace. It’s quite the lovely sight and a perfect way to start your day.
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Number 1, is if you have decided and know you are going to Positano, Book room as “SOON” as you possibly can. Hotel Rooms are in HIGH DEMAND in POSITANO and are Booked Months in Advance, so if you don’t want to get shut out of the most desirable hotels, book your hotel as far in advance as you can.
Positano has to be without question one of the hardest places in the World for the Budget minded to get a hotel room. There are not many options, as most hotels, the prices are astronomical priced. Seriously! This being said, it’s not impossible and there are some options available.
We have Compiled a List of Several Affordable (Cheapest Hotel Rooms in POSITANO) Options for the Budget Minded. It wasn’t easy, but we did it.
It goes without saying that’s it’s markedly more difficult to find a reasonably priced room here during the high season which runs from mid April to mid September, with mid May to the first week of September being super busy.
This all being said, if it’s possible for you to go in October or April, these two months might be your best possible option. If you have plenty of cash and can afford to pay $300 or more a night for a hotel room, then you won’t have as much as a problem.
The other alternative to see Positano if you want to go during the High Season, is to stay in another town like, Praiano right next door to Positano, or Minori, Sorrento or other town near by, and take a bus or Boat to visit POSITANO have a nice lunch and do some sightseeing.
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SANTA ROSA MONASTERO HOTEL
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Santa Rosa Monastero Hotel
This luxurious adult-only hotel is perched on a cliff with panoramic views of the Gulf of Salerno. A former monastery, it maintains the original style, and offers a garden with swimming pool and a free spa. A free shuttle to Amalfi is available.
Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa offers elegant, refined rooms with views of the sea. All accommodations comes with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV.
The spa of Monastero Santa Rosa is complete with tepidarium, Turkish bath and whirlpool bath, all with free entry. Massages and beauty treatments, using Santa Maria Novella products, are also available.
Breakfast includes traditional Neapolitan pastries such as Sfogliatelle Santa Rosa, and also savory food. The gourmet restaurant serves local and national cuisine.
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CASA RAIOLA, Capritown, CAPRI
Casa Raiola by CapriRooms offers accommodations in Capri, a few steps from Piazzetta di Capri and 0.9 miles from I Faraglioni. The property is around a 19-minute walk from Marina Piccola – Capri, 1.6 miles from Villa San Michele, and 1.8 miles from Axel Munthe House. The accommodation features luggage storage space and daily room service for guests.
All units feature air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. Each room is fitted with a coffee machine, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while some rooms have a terrace and some have sea views. At the apartment complex, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.
CASA RAIOLA CAPRI
Casa Raiola by CapriRooms offers accommodations in Capri and it is housed on the 3rd floor of an 18th-century building. It offers free WiFi throughout and air-conditioning.
Every room at this bed and breakfast is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units have a seating area where you can relax, and a terrace or balcony. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bidet and shower, with bathrobes provided. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.
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Lemon Grove, Villa Maria, Minori
My Breakfast Table Villa Maria
My Daily Breakfast
Villa Maria Agrotourismo is a beautiful Lemon Grove Farm in Minori Italy on the Amalfi Coast south of Positano and the town of Amalfi .. The owners Vincenzo Manzo and his wife Maria turned there lovely little farm in to an Agroturismo in 2000 .. An Agroturismo is a farm or vineyard in Italy where you stay on the property and have wonderful meals made from the products of the farm .. Villa Maria is primarily a Lemon Farm, but Vincenzo has Olive Trees (Olive Oil), Fruit Trees (Peaches, Pears, Apples), and Grapevines of which Vincenzo makes his own tasty white and red wine .. Yes he makes his own Olive Oil, Salami & Prosciutto from the pigs he keeps, as well as Eggs and Chicken from his poultry. So Vincenzo tends to the farm and makes Olive Oil, Wine, Salami, Fruit Preserves, and his own Limoncello. Vincenzo’s wife Mari does the cooking with her sister for the most amazing Breakfast you’ve ever had in your life and fabulous 4 Coruse Dinners every evening on the terrace. Villa Maria is a very special place that everyone who makes it there falls in love with the place, with Maria & Vincenzo as well.
Antipasto Misti
My First Lunch at Villa Maria
Pacceri al Vongole
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Me & My Buddy Vincenzo – Villa Maria
View of Minori from Villa Maria
The BREAKFAST TABLE
Overlooking the town of MINORI and The MALFI COAST Below
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Minori e Mare
Walking down to town in the morning
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My Favorite Lemonade Stand .. Capri
View of Marina Grande
from Anacapri … Capri Italy
with Sorrento in The Distance
PIZZERIA da GAETANO
“A Great Little Pizzeria near The Porto Capuana and Church
of Santa Caterina Formiello”
Napoli, Italy
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Porto Capuana , Napoli
Santa Caterina Formiello
Napoli
“I Love This Church”
One of My Favorites in The World
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Santa Maria Assunta
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Market, Napoli
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Men’s Social Club, Sorrento
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Ristorante Da Vincenzo, Positano
Lunch at Da Vincenzo … Positano
My Favorite Restaurant in POSITANO .
Been Eating there Since June 1985
Casa Albertino … Positano
One of my Favorite Hotels in The World !
Social Club Sorrento
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Villa Maria Terrazzo at Sunset
At The Piazza in RAVELLO
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Villa Cimbrone
RAVELLO, ITALY
Villa Cimbrone is absolutely Gorgeous and well worth the time to Visit when in RAVELLO. “I just LOVED IT” !!! The view from the Terrace of Infinity is Spectacular, and you can have a glass of wine or cocktail at the bar below. It’s great fun.
Walking down to Marina Picola Capri from bus-stop at Due Golfi
At Marina Piccola looking toward The Faraglioni Rocks , CAPRI , Italy
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