CYCLE CILENTO & AMALFI COAST Firstly, the bikes that we had for our week along the Amalfi coast were first class. The whole group appreciated this, especially the lady who had hired an electric bike.It was a lovely bonus to have a pool at all but the last hotel, with our first view of the coastline from the hotel balcony absoutely stunning. The guide was very knowledgeable and kept the group together, showing us hidden gems within the areas.And we couldn't have ordered better weather!!!
Just Around The Corner????? This was the first holiday with this tour operator and in fact the first holiday I have done of this type. Walking the Amalfi Coast was definitely the right choice to make, I can full appreciate why it is the most popular trip this operator run. Based in a quite village surrounded by stunning scenery in an amazing county, as a group we could not have been made more welcome by everyone we encountered. Yes the walks were challenging but all were done at a leisurely pace and doable. There are three key factors that made this a wonderful week. The background work that the tour operator has done. An excellent Group Leader. And most importantly the group dynamics, arrived as 16 strangers to leave as 16 friends in a week later.
This sets the bar high...! My first trip to Italy & my first group holiday; I'm very well travelled but had several reservations about an 'organised group tour' - all my concerns vanished quickly - this is a superb trip with a brilliant guide and I'd have NO reservations about recommending it. Just come prepared for some tough climbs! Hard cycling, views I'll never forget, delicious food particularly the first few days with lovely local suppliers sharing their produce, the insights into the life and culture of the region, stunning medieval villages, and most of all - great variety from the quiet pace of life, empty roads and warm welcome of the local people around gentle Cilento to the hectic & dramatic Amalfi coast - it just has it all!