Self-Launched Amalfi Coast Family Adventure
8 days · Amalfi Coast, Italy
Exodus charges £2,310
No-markup version: ~£640 per person
Estimate only, not a guaranteed price. Always verify costs independently before booking.
Experience the magic of the Amalfi Coast on your own terms — Pompeii, Vesuvius, coastal kayaking, the Path of the Gods, and mozzarella straight from the farm. This self-launched version follows the same 8-day itinerary as Exodus's family tour but swaps the private minibus and group leader for local SITA buses, public ferries, and independently bookable activities. Based at a comfortable guesthouse or B&B in Agerola/Bomerano — the same clifftop village — you'll save over £1,000 per person while keeping every highlight intact. All cost estimates are approximate and per person.
Day-by-day
Arrive in Agerola (Bomerano)
Agerola, Amalfi Coast
Make your way to the village of Bomerano on the Agerola plains, high above the Amalfi Coast. From Naples Centrale, take the Circumvesuviana train to Castellammare di Stabia (~£3), then the SITA bus up the mountain to Agerola (~£2). Check into your guesthouse or B&B, freshen up, and head out for a relaxed first dinner at a local trattoria. Explore the quiet village streets and get your bearings before the adventures ahead.
🚌Circumvesuviana train from Naples Centrale + SITA bus to Agerola
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano (e.g. Il Rifugio degli Dei or La Locanda del Fiordo) — approx. £45–60pp per night sharing
- →Arrive in Naples and take Circumvesuviana train to Castellammare di Stabia (~£3)
- →SITA bus from Castellammare to Agerola/Bomerano (~£2)
- →Check in and settle in at guesthouse
- →Evening dinner at local trattoria in Agerola
Boat Trip: Amalfi to Positano
Amalfi & Positano
Take the SITA bus down the winding coastal road from Agerola to Amalfi (~30 mins, ~£2). From Amalfi harbour, board a public ferry to Positano (~£8–10 one way) and enjoy sweeping views of the coast en route. Spend the morning exploring Positano's labyrinthine lanes, visit the Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta, swim from the Spiaggia Grande, or browse the boutiques. Grab a pizza and gelato for lunch before catching the afternoon ferry back to Amalfi and the SITA bus back up to Agerola. Book ferry tickets at the harbour or via traghettiamalfi.it.
🚌SITA bus to/from Amalfi (~£2 each way); public Alicost/Travelmar ferry Amalfi–Positano (~£9 each way)
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano
- →SITA bus from Agerola to Amalfi (~£2)
- →Public ferry Amalfi to Positano (~£9 each way — book at harbour)
- →Explore Positano: Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta, Spiaggia Grande
- →Lunch at a pizzeria in Positano (~£12)
- →Gelato stroll along the seafront
- →Ferry back to Amalfi and bus back to Agerola
Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius
Mount Vesuvius & Pompeii
An early start for one of Italy's most iconic days. Take the SITA bus to Amalfi then the public ferry or SITA bus toward Naples, alighting at Herculaneum/Ercolano for the Vesuvius shuttle bus (Vesuvio Express, ~£12 return including park entry uplift). A local guide on the crater rim brings the volcano's history to life — book ahead via GetYourGuide if you'd like a guided crater walk (~£18pp). In the afternoon, head to Pompeii by Circumvesuviana train (Ercolano to Pompeii Scavi, ~£3). Entry to Pompeii is ~£15. Hire a local audio guide (~£6) or join a shared guided tour (~£10). Return to Agerola via SITA bus from Pompeii.
🚌SITA bus + Circumvesuviana train + Vesuvio Express shuttle bus
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano
- →SITA bus/ferry to Ercolano
- →Vesuvio Express shuttle to Vesuvius crater (~£12 return + £8 park entry)
- →Crater rim walk with optional local guide (book via GetYourGuide, ~£18)
- →Circumvesuviana train to Pompeii Scavi station (~£3)
- →Pompeii ruins entry (~£15) with audio guide (~£6)
- →Return to Agerola via SITA bus
Mozzarella Farm, Amalfi Old Town & Pizza-Making Class
Agerola & Amalfi
Walk to a local mozzarella producer in Agerola in the morning (several family-run farms welcome visitors — ask your host to arrange) and watch the cheese being hand-stretched from buffalo milk before sampling the freshest mozzarella you'll ever taste. Head down to Amalfi by SITA bus and spend the afternoon exploring the Duomo di Sant'Andrea and its stunning facade, and visit the Museo della Carta (Paper Museum, entry ~£5). In the evening, book a pizza-making class via GetYourGuide or Klook (~£35–45pp) at a local Amalfi trattoria — a highlight for families.
🚌SITA bus Agerola–Amalfi and return (~£4 total)
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano
- →Morning visit to local mozzarella producer in Agerola (arrange via guesthouse host)
- →SITA bus to Amalfi (~£2)
- →Visit Duomo di Sant'Andrea (free exterior, crypt entry ~£3)
- →Museo della Carta — Paper Museum (~£5, try making paper yourself)
- →Evening pizza-making class in Amalfi (book via GetYourGuide, ~£40pp)
Free Day: Relax, Capri or Ravello
Agerola / Capri / Ravello
A flexible day — choose your own adventure. Option 1: Relax at the hotel pool or take the bus down to a local beach (Amalfi Lido or Minori, ~£2 bus). Option 2: Day trip to the island of Capri — ferry from Amalfi (~£18 return) and explore on foot or by chairlift to Monte Solaro (~£12); entry to the Blue Grotto is ~£14. Option 3: Visit the hilltop town of Ravello by SITA bus from Amalfi (~£2) — explore Villa Rufolo gardens (~£7) and Villa Cimbrone (~£8), with jaw-dropping coastal views from the Belvedere of Infinity.
🚌SITA bus or public ferry depending on chosen option
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano
- →Option A: Relax at guesthouse pool or local beach (bus ~£2)
- →Option B: Day trip to Capri — ferry from Amalfi (~£18 return), Monte Solaro chairlift (~£12), Blue Grotto (~£14)
- →Option C: Ravello day trip — SITA bus (~£2), Villa Rufolo (~£7), Villa Cimbrone (~£8)
Ceramic Painting & Path of the Gods Hike
Agerola & Path of the Gods
Start the morning with a ceramic painting session at a local artisan's studio in or near Bomerano — ask your host or search for 'Ceramica Amalfi' workshops bookable via GetYourGuide (~£20–25pp including a souvenir piece). Then lace up your boots for one of Europe's finest coastal hikes: the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods). The trail begins right from Bomerano and follows the clifftops with staggering panoramic views of the Amalfi Coast far below. Walk a comfortable 3–5km section and return to Bomerano on foot. Bring water and snacks. Lunch back at the guesthouse or a local café.
🚌Walk from guesthouse — no additional transport needed
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano
- →Ceramic painting workshop at local artisan studio (~£20–25pp, book via GetYourGuide)
- →Hike the Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) from Bomerano — 3–5km section
- →Panoramic views over the Amalfi Coast from the trail
- →Return to Bomerano on foot for lunch at a local café
Kayaking the Amalfi Coast & Beach Time
Amalfi Coast
Head down to Amalfi by SITA bus for a highlight of the trip: a half-day guided sea kayaking session along the Amalfi Coast. Book in advance via GetYourGuide or directly with local operators such as Kayak Amalfi or Sea Kayak Amalfi (~£45–55pp). Paddle past sea caves, natural rock arches, hidden beaches, and the Marmorata waterfall, guided by an experienced local instructor. After kayaking, relax on the beach before returning to Agerola for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant with your travel companions.
🚌SITA bus Agerola–Amalfi and return (~£4)
🛏B&B or guesthouse in Agerola/Bomerano
- →SITA bus from Agerola to Amalfi (~£2)
- →Half-day guided sea kayaking along Amalfi Coast (book via GetYourGuide or Kayak Amalfi, ~£50pp)
- →Explore sea caves, rock arches, and Marmorata waterfall by kayak
- →Free time on the beach after kayaking
- →Farewell dinner at a local trattoria in Agerola
Farewell & Depart
Agerola / Naples
Enjoy your final breakfast and bid farewell to the Amalfi Coast. Take the SITA bus from Agerola to Amalfi or Castellammare di Stabia, then the Circumvesuviana train back to Naples Centrale (~£5) for onward travel. If your flight is late, consider storing luggage at Naples Centrale (left luggage service available) and spending a few hours exploring Naples — try an authentic Neapolitan pizza in the Spaccanapoli district before heading to the airport.
🚌SITA bus + Circumvesuviana train to Naples (~£5 total)
🛏N/A — departure day
- →Final breakfast at guesthouse
- →SITA bus from Agerola to Castellammare di Stabia (~£2)
- →Circumvesuviana train to Naples Centrale (~£3)
- →Optional: explore Naples — Spaccanapoli, Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, authentic Neapolitan pizza lunch
- →Onward travel from Naples Capodichino Airport or Naples Centrale
Self-launched vs. Exodus
| This itinerary (self-launched) | Exodus | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person | ~£640 | £2,310 |
| Duration | 8 days | 8 days |
| Who books it | You and your group, direct | Tour operator, guided group |
| Savings | £1,670 per person (72%) | |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Self-Launched Amalfi Coast Family Adventure cost?+
Doing it yourself with this self-launched itinerary costs an estimated £640 per person for 8 days in Amalfi Coast, Italy. This is an AI-generated estimate based on typical budget-traveller prices — actual costs will vary by season and how you book.
Is this cheaper than booking with Exodus?+
Yes — Exodus charges around £2,310 per person for a similar tour. Doing the same route independently, using the same standard of accommodation and activities, costs an estimated £640 — a saving of roughly £1,670 (72%) per person.
How long is the Amalfi Coast, Italy trip?+
This itinerary runs 8 days, covering 8 day-by-day stops through Amalfi Coast, Italy.
How do I join this trip?+
You can join an existing open departure using this itinerary if one is scheduled, or launch your own departure with your own dates and invite other travellers to join you — no tour operator required.
Isn't it easier to just use a tour operator?+
Well, yes, a tour operator will book all the individual parts of your travel for you and provide a guide. That's obvious, but doing this has the potential to save the group thousands, which can in turn improve your itinerary substantially or save you huge amounts of money. Also, when you launch a departure, Travel Crew has tools in place to help you book the individual sections of the trip or make it easier for you to do this as a group. Really, you do not need a middle man. If you are more comfortable paying more and using a middle man, then you should certainly do this.
Is it safer to book through a tour operator?+
Arguably, there isn't much difference. A self-launched trip runs on the same principle as a group travel crew: collective responsibility, everyone looking out for each other, the same way it would if a group of friends organised the trip themselves — because that's exactly what's happening. You should always take out travel insurance before you go, self-launched or not; that doesn't change either way. Every open departure is published publicly with real dates and a real trip organiser, so it's never an anonymous arrangement, and our support team is reachable any time you need help, including in an emergency while you're away. Longer-term, we're building direct relationships with ground DMCs in popular destinations, offered as an optional paid add-on for extra on-the-ground support. Ultimately, though, the group is responsible for its own conduct and safety on a self-launched trip, same as on any trip you plan yourself.
What kind of trip is this?+
This is a culture, hiking, foodie trip through Amalfi Coast, Italy, self-launched rather than run by a tour operator — you organise it with a group you find or bring yourself.
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