Amalfi Coast: Path of the Gods Hike & Sorrento Pickup

Summary

Hike ancient Amalfi trails from Sorrento to Positano

You’ll start early in Sorrento, heading out with your guide toward Bomerano for the Path of the Gods hike. Expect wild herbs on the breeze, old mule tracks, local shepherds passing by, and sweeping Amalfi Coast views before winding down into Nocelle near Positano. It’s a day that lingers long after you return.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll never forget how our minibus rattled out of Sorrento just after sunrise — everyone still half-asleep, clutching coffee cups. I’d read about the Path of the Gods hike but didn’t expect that first whiff of wild thyme as we stepped off in Bomerano. Our guide, Marco, grinned and handed out trekking poles like we were about to summit Everest (we weren’t). The air tasted salty and sweet at once — you know that feeling when you can’t tell if it’s sea or mountain wind?

The trail itself is all stone steps and dusty paths winding above the Amalfi Coast. Sometimes you hear nothing but cicadas and your own breath. Marco pointed out old farmhouses crumbling into the hillside; he told us stories about shepherds who still use these tracks to move wood and milk down to Nocelle. We actually saw one — a wiry guy leading two mules loaded with something that smelled faintly like cheese. He waved but didn’t slow down. The keyword “Path of the Gods” feels almost too grand for how raw it is up there, honestly.

I kept stopping for photos (and to catch my breath — those steps are no joke), but then Capri would appear in the haze, or some kestrel would swoop overhead and I’d just stand there grinning like an idiot. There was a moment where Marco let us walk in silence for a stretch; all you could hear was wind through myrtle bushes and someone’s shoes scraping on gravel. Lunch was just a quick snack on a stone wall — not glamorous, but somehow perfect with that view.

By the time we reached Nocelle near Positano, I was sunburned and dusty and weirdly happy. The return ride back to Sorrento was quiet — everyone kind of lost in their own thoughts or scrolling through photos. I still think about that light over the water as we rounded each bend… it’s hard to explain unless you’ve done it yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hike the Path of the Gods

• Pick-up at Piazza Torquato Tasso
• Transfer to Bomerano
• Hike from Agerola to Nocelle
• Enjoy free time for photos or meal
• Return to Sorrento

Top questions

How long is the Path of the Gods hike from Sorrento?

The main trail runs between Agerola (Bomerano) and Nocelle near Positano; transfer from Sorrento is included.

Is pickup included for this Amalfi Coast hiking tour?

Yes, shared transfer pickup is included from a central meeting point in Piazza Torquato Tasso, Sorrento.

Do I need hiking experience for this tour?

No technical skills needed, but moderate fitness is recommended due to uneven terrain and steps.

Are trekking poles provided on this Path of the Gods hike?

Yes, trekking poles are included with your booking.

Does this tour include lunch or meals?

No full lunch is provided; there’s time for a snack during free time on the trail.

Can I join by public transport instead of transfer?

The tour includes round-trip shared transfer; public transport options are nearby but not part of this package.

Will there be a local guide during the hike?

Yes, an expert hiking guide leads the group along the entire Path of the Gods trail.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup at Piazza Torquato Tasso in Sorrento, round-trip shared transfer to Bomerano and back, an expert local hiking guide who knows every twist in the trail, plus trekking poles for anyone who wants them before heading back into town at sunset.