RUN THE AMALFI COAST
BRAND NEW ADVENTURE
11 - 15 SEPTEMBER 2024
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PRICE PER PERSON:
£1095 ($1370)
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EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW
Join us on an exhilarating trail running adventure as we journey from one end of the Amalfi coast to the other.
Imagine winding paths that hug the rugged coastline, panoramic views of the deep blue Tyrrhenian Sea at every turn, and charming little towns perched on cliffs.
We’ll take the ferry to Sorrento where we start our journey, picking up a trail that flows east, we’ll pass through the most iconic towns of the Amalfi Coast, run the famous ‘Path of the Gods’, relax on beaches and celebrate each day with local Italian cuisine which caps off the trip in style.
This fully-guided adventure takes in a distance of 55km which is split over three days.
INCLUDES:
One night accommodation in a boutique hotel in Naples
Three nights accommodation in 3* B&B in the mountains
Fully-supported trail running trip
Breakfast everyday
Picnic lunches on running days
Two qualified trail running guides
Support vehicle throughout (fully stocked with nutrition, snacks etc)
Three days of trail running on exceptional trails
Aid stations
Running technique and advice from UK qualified coaches
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ITINERARY
+ DAY 1: ARRIVE INTO NAPLES (NAP)
+ DAY 2: FERRY TO SORRENTO. TRAIL RUN COLLI DE FONTENALLO
+ DAY 3: RUN THE PATH OF THE GODS VIA POSITANO
+ DAY 4: OLIVE & CITRUS GROVE TRAIL TO AMALFI
+ DAY 5: DEPARTURE DAY FROM NAPLES (NAP)
OUR ROUTE
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OUR ITINERARY
DAY 1 | ARRIVE INTO NAPLES
Welcome to Naples!
We pick you up in the arrivals area of the airport (you won’t miss us!) and whisk you to our hotel in the central part of the city.
Check in and relax before meeting with your fellow group for an introduction and briefing by your Pure Trails guides. In the afternoon, the group will head out into Naples for a slow-paced running exploration to stretch legs and grab a slice of arguably the best pizza in the whole of Italy.
DAY 2 | FERRY TO SORRENTO. TRAIL RUN TO COLLI DE FONTENALLO
Trail Running: Approx. 17km
We’ll check out of our hotel this morning and load our luggage into our vehicle for transfer.
We’ll make our way by foot to the harbour and take the ferry across the bay to Italy’s most famous resort town of Sorrento. We’ll check the place out as we pass through and then start on the trail. We’ll run across the pensinula and pick up a beautiful mountain trail that takes us to the charming hamlet of Colli de Fontenallo where our vehicle will be waiting for us.
We’ll transfer by road to our accommodation in the hillside of Agerola for checking, time to relax.
DAY 3 | PATH OF THE GODS VIA POSITANO
Trail Running: Approx. 22km
We have a showstopping day ahead of us as we trail run the iconic Path of the Gods trail via Positano all the way back to our hotel in Agerola.
The trail is one of the finest coastal trails in the world as we flow our way Positano with beautiful views of the Bay of Salerno and Capri. This is a high cliff trail which passes through a changing array of terrain; limestone cliffs, old villages and flower gardens.
We reach Positano which was a poor fishing village until the 1950s, now it’s glamour sparkles with chic shops, bars and restaurants.
We’ll relax here for a bit, before continuing on the trail all the way to our hotel in Agerola.
Time to relax, with drinks on the terrace overlooking the Bay of Salerno to toast a perfect day.
DAY 4 | CITRUS TRAIL TO AMALFI
Trail Running: Approx. 16km
After breakfast this morning we’ll start running directly from our hotel, following a trail that heads inland and into forest groves. Before long we start descending with the beaches of Amalfi laying way below us.
We continue downwards until we reach the picture perfect town of Amalfi, dramatically backdropped with the limestone cliffs behind it.
We’ll celebrate finishing out journey with time on the beach, before heading by vehicle back to our hotel for time to relax and toast a fantastic trip.
DAY 5| DEPARTURE DAY
It’s time to pack up and bid farewell to your newfound trail-running friends and our local team. A group transfer is arranged for you back to Naples International Airport (NAP) in time to connect with your onward flight back home.
WHERE WE STAY
Mamaral
Mamaral is a classic 3* family run B&B in the heart of the action of the Amalfi coast. Surrounded by vines and farmland, it’s a slice of paradise in and amongst the bustle of the regular touristic haunts. We like it most of all for the amazing panoramic views from it’s lofty location at the top of the hill & the heart warming welcome that is received on arrival. Furthermore it also has the Path of the Gods trail head starting/finishing just a handful of metres away from the front door.
IMPORTANT NOTES
+ WHERE DO I MEET YOU?
Naples airport is a 15-minute drive from the centre of town on our arrival day. We'll be running a group transfer at a set time (for late morning - time TBC), however if your flight arrives much later in the evening it's very easy to jump in a cab and meet us directly at our hotel.
On our final day we'll also be running a group transfer back to the airport for everyone.
+ I HAVE DIETARY REQUIRMENTS, CAN YOU CATER FOR IT?
Absolutely. We'll be running the aid points ourselves and can cater for everyone.
Breakfast and evening meals are hosted by the Mamaral on both days and any dietary requirements can be easily handled.
+ WHAT IS THE TERRAIN LIKE?
This is an iconic trail for good reason as the scenario is out of this world. As we travel along the route evolves, terraced hill top farms with shrubs and crops charactise the first day before sparkling mediterrean days take over with dry coastal cliff trails that roam from town and village.
This dramatic land means we'll spend good time descending and ascending, but with very manageable daily distances we've made this trip suitable for all abilities.
+ WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
We will send you a complete packing list in advance of the trip beginning so you are clear on what to pack.
+ WHAT FITNESS IS REQUIRED FOR THE TRIP?
This trip is suitable for all abilities of runner, but you should have a base level of fitness to be able to handle three days of back to back running.
Our goal is not to run a race but for everybody to experience a beautiful journey.
+ WHAT ABOUT IF THE GROUP HAS A MIXTURE OF RUNNING ABILITIES?
Every trip we have ever run has a mixture of people and running abilities. These are NOT training camps, but adventures that are designed for an experience, you can expect a lot of stops, and ALOT of laughs each day.
We also have x 2 running guides on this trip which means we can bubble up with zero pressure around how fast or slow you'd like to run.
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