Furore: A Week on the Amalfi Coast

Arrival in Naples

Arrive in Naples at any time and make your way to the hotel. Check-in is typically in the afternoon. The first day is for settling in; a walk through the surrounding streets is a good way to get a feel for the city's tempo before the week begins in earnest. One practical note: the agriturismo's home-cooked meals later in the week run on a set menu — special dietary requirements cannot be accommodated.

Pompeii & the Amalfi Hills

The day begins with a walking tour of Naples led by a city newcomer, offering a different perspective on its historic streets. Afterwards, an overland journey covers the 26 kilometres to Pompeii for a guided walk through the excavated city, frozen in time by Vesuvius. The day ends with a drive into the hills above the Amalfi Coast, arriving at a rural *agriturismo* that will serve as the week's base.

After settling in, the hosts give a tour of the property, a former monastery surrounded by lemon groves and gardens. The evening includes a home-cooked dinner and a short demonstration (about 15 to 60 minutes) of how to prepare a regional dish.

The Valley of the Mills

Today’s walk follows the 'Valle dei Mulini' route, a path that feels miles from the coastal bustle. The trail ascends for about an hour and a half, following the Rio Canneto through woodland and past the ruins of old paper mills that give the valley its name. The destination is the quiet Valle delle Ferriere National Park. The trail involves many steps but offers a chance to experience the region's quieter, more pastoral side before descending back toward the coast at Amalfi. As with all the guided walks this week, today's hike is optional.