Three Incredible Hiking Spots To Visit On An Italian Yacht Charter
Italy may be known for its mouthwatering pasta, pizza, and gelato, bustling piazzas and stunning beaches, but it is also home to world-renowned hiking trails ideal for exploring off the beaten track. Adventure holidays to Italy are best done by yacht shared ownership, with many of the coolest hike trails on the coast and a yacht providing a floating luxury base for you to return to at the end of a long day’s walk. Below, discover three breathtaking hiking trails to discover on an Italian yacht charter or fractional yachting escape.
Easy: Sentiero degli Dei, Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is a popular yachting destination thanks to its stunning scenery, which you’ll delight in viewing on your hike. Picture rugged mountains plunging down to the seafront, fragrant lemon groves and rosemary plants, and sprawling countryside. The 6.5km Sentiero degli Dei, or Path of the Gods, is without question a must-do, especially for those looking for a hike that isn’t too strenuous.
Its name is reflective of just how awe-inspiring the sights are from this trail. Start from the small hilltop town of Agerola, and meander along this natural pathway, taking in all the stunning vistas of the plunging Lattari mountains, the Amalfi Coast and Capri, and enjoying the heady scents. Walking this route has inspired countless artists in time gone by, and you’ll see why as you make your way along, stopping in Arienzo for a dip in the turquoise waters. Your journey ends in Nocelle, a little Positano hamlet tucked away on Monte Peruso, from where you can wander back to your Italian yacht charter for some well-deserved rest and relaxation.
Intermediate: Sentiero Azzurro, Cinque Terre
You might think that there’s no way Cinque Terre could look as good as the photos, but you would be mistaken - it looks even better in person, with its stunning colourful houses and azure waters below. Cinque Terre means five lands in Italian and refers to the five historic fishing villages perched above the Mediterranean in the Liguria region. Be sure to take your time here on your yacht sharing holiday, as you’ll want to spend some time enjoying the exquisite restaurants that line the coast.
The trail in question - Sentiero Azzurro, or the blue path - takes walkers from Riomaggiore to Monterosso, offering breathtaking views of the Ligurian sea below the clifftops and meandering through sleepy hamlets. Divided into four sections, its total length is 12 km, and there is usually a small (€5-8) entry price to pay, which funds any repairs needed on the path. Be sure to wear suitable trainers and get ready to explore each of these stunning villages on your adventure holiday in Italy.
Difficult: Selvaggio Blu, Sardinia
Sardinia is widely regarded as one of Europe’s most enchanting islands, ranking as the dream honeymoon destination of many. From paradisical white-sand shores to historic towers and settlements dating back to the Bronze Age, not to mention the island’s unique take on Italian cuisine, this spot is full of extraordinary delights that will surprise and delight.
Whatever your reason for visiting, if you are an experienced mountaineer then consider the taking on the Selvaggio Blu while here - an epic route stretching over 35 km and requiring a few days of hiking, scrambling, climbing and abseiling. Traversing across the Golfo di Orosei, one of the wildest coastlines in all of Italy, it offers otherworldly views combined with a truly once in a lifetime experience. Starting at the Pedra Longa north and stretching all the way to Cala Sisine, you’ll enjoy coastal beauty throughout your journey, but this route is certainly not for the faint-hearted. However, the feeling of finishing will be more than worth it, and after such gruelling exertion, the comfort of your Italian yacht charter will feel even more luxurious.
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