Official Route Dossier #IT-07

Amalfi to Cilento Tyrrhenian Coastline

A balanced 295-km Italian southern coastal expedition: beginning along the famed corniche of the Amalfi Coast before continuing south into the wild national parks, ancient Greek temples, and secluded coves of the Cilento peninsula.

Total Distance 295 Kilometers
Recommended Duration 6 Nights / 7 Days
Primary Highway SS163 & SS18 Var
Transit Combination Coastal Drive & Ferry
Stage 1 (Nights 1 & 2)

The Amalfi Corniche (SS163)

55 km • 2h Drive

Commence in Sorrento and drive the iconic SS163 carved into the sea cliffs. Spend two nights in Ravello perched high above Amalfi and Minori, avoiding peak traffic bottlenecks while enjoying panoramic vistas over the Gulf of Salerno.

Stage 2 (Nights 3 & 4)

Paestum Temples & Buffalo Valley

80 km • 1h 30m Drive

Cross the Plain of the Sele River toward Paestum. Explore three of the world’s best-preserved Doric Greek temples (6th century BC) surrounded by ancient stone pine forests. Sample genuine Mozzarella di Bufala at local artisan estates.

Stage 3 (Nights 5 & 6)

Cilento National Park & Capo Palinuro

160 km • 2h 45m Drive

Escape the crowds into the UNESCO-listed Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park. Base in the fishing village of Palinuro to explore the sea grottos of Baia del Buon Dormire and the rugged cliff trails of Marina di Camerota.