Path of the Gods hike Positano: 6-hour food tasting tour

Walk the ridge between sea and mountain, tasting what the region grows

A 6-hour guided hike on the Path of the Gods near Positano combines the Amalfi Coast's most dramatic ridge walk with tastings of local wine, cheese, cured meats and homemade cake. The guide leads you through the history and myths of the route while stopping for a picnic where you sample organic foods prepared the traditional Italian way, many from the guide's own farm. Hikes can be adjusted to fit your fitness level.

The experience

Six hours on the Path of the Gods means you cover the ridge that runs between the sea and the mountains above Positano, with views down to the water the whole way. The hike itself is the frame. The food and wine are what make it a gastronomic experience. You'll taste mozzarella, fresh tomatoes and salami from the guide's farm, along with cheeses, prosciutto, olives, breads and homemade wine. Vegetarians get the same tasting menu adjusted for them. The guide explains the old traditional Italian methods of preparing these dishes, the ones passed down through generations, and tells you the history, myths and legends of the places you pass.

The picnic stop is where the tasting happens, and it is built around the wine and food traditions of the region. You're not just eating. You're tasting the dedication and passion of people who carry on an ancient culinary tradition. The guide brings wine from his own winery. Dessert is classic Tiramisù or a special homemade cake. If you're marking a special occasion, the guide can arrange Prosecco and time the walk to end at sunset.

The route can be customized to match your experience level, so the hike doesn't have to be a slog to earn the food. A guide who speaks English, Italian or German leads the group. The minimum age for wine tasting is 18, though hikers as young as 16 can join if they skip the wine. Moderate fitness is the baseline (this is a mountain walk, not a stroll), and the guide will tell you upfront if the terrain is not a fit for dizziness or heart conditions.

What’s included

• A live guide in English, Italian or German.
• hiking stick.
• wine from the guide's winery.
• food tasting including mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, salami, cheeses, prosciutto, olives, breads and homemade cake, all from local farms.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

AgesAdult (16 to 70 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Franco Trekking

Is this one for you?Book this hike if you want the Amalfi Coast's most famous ridge walk paired with tastings of the region's traditional foods and wines, all explained by someone who grows and makes them. The 6-hour length means you cover real distance and see the full sweep of the coast without rushing the picnic or the stories behind the food.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, German and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly is the Path of the Gods?

The Path of the Gods is the ridge walk above Positano that runs between the sea and the mountains, with views down to the water for most of the route. It is named for the myths and legends of the Amalfi Coast, which the guide explains as you walk.

How much climbing and descent is involved in this hike?

The route can be customized to your fitness level, so the guide adjusts the terrain to match your experience. Moderate fitness is required, and the guide will discuss any concerns about steep sections or long descents before you start.

What foods and wines will I taste during the picnic stop?

You'll taste mozzarella, fresh tomatoes and salami from the guide's farm, plus cheeses, prosciutto, olives, breads and homemade wine from his winery. Dessert is classic Tiramisù or a special homemade cake. All foods are organic and prepared without preservatives.

Can I do this hike if I'm vegetarian?

Yes. The tasting menu is adjusted for vegetarians, so you get the same variety of local foods without the cured meats.

Is there a minimum age for this tour?

The minimum age is 16 to join the hike. Wine tasting requires you to be at least 18. Younger hikers can participate in the walk and taste the food without the wine.