Amalfi Coast & Sorrento Peninsula
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Amalfi Coast & Sorrento Peninsula

Europe · Campania

From the Sorrento Peninsula to Ravello, four measured days on Italy's most dramatic coastal roads.

46 miles · 4 Days · 5 rally points

Guide statusPublished and available
Editorial updateAugust 12, 2026
Road conditionsVerify locally

The route

This verified 46-mile journey begins with a loop around the Sorrento Peninsula through Massa Lubrense, Termini and Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi. The opening stage establishes the rhythm of Campania's narrow town approaches before returning to Sorrento for the night.

Day two crosses the peninsula and joins the SS163 for Positano. Day three follows the coast through Praiano, Fiordo di Furore and Conca dei Marini to Amalfi. The final stage climbs from Amalfi to Ravello. The distances are modest, but blind bends, buses, motorcycles, pedestrians, parking pressure and summer traffic can turn a short transfer into a demanding drive.

Use signed parking outside the historic centers and explore each town on foot. Before departure, check current ANAS conditions, local vehicle restrictions and the 2026 alternating-number-plate calendar for the SS163. Spring and late autumn usually offer the best balance of daylight and visitor pressure. Keep every wine, limoncello and cocktail experience separate from driving.

“A short route in miles, but a journey that rewards four unhurried days.”

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Route

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Itinerary

Full rally-point itinerary

A day-by-day sequence with distances, driving time and the stops that shape the journey.

Field notes

Road character & timing

Surface notes, corner character, suggested departure windows and the stretches that demand attention.

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Pre-drive checklist

Interactive and printable checks for the car, fuel, bookings, weather and offline navigation.

Live tools

Live departure desk

Official road-condition links and practical departure checks gathered in one place.

Curated

Stops, stays & tables

Curated accommodation, restaurants, wineries and worthwhile pauses matched to the route.

Route map

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  1. 01

    Day 1, All Day

    Sorrento Peninsula Loop

    18 miles · 1 hour 20 minutes driving, plus stops
  2. 02

    Day 2, Morning

    Sorrento to Positano

    11 miles · 45 minutes driving, plus arrival time

  3. Days 2–3 · Member Drive Pack

    The rest of the journey

    3 further rally points with verified routing, timings and road notes

Day by day

The drive, unfolded.

Sorrento Peninsula Loop01

Day 1, All Day

Sorrento Peninsula Loop

Two Gulfs and a Measured Start

Begin at signed outer parking in Sorrento, then circle through Massa Lubrense, Termini and Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi before returning to the same base.

Distance
18 miles
Drive time
1 hour 20 minutes driving, plus stops

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Beyond the road

Worth stopping for.

Places selected because they belong to the journey, not because they happened to be nearby.

Food & wine

1 more curated picks
Fine Dining

Don Alfonso 1890

Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi

A long-established Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi restaurant presenting contemporary Campanian cooking with produce connected to the family's agricultural estate.

Booking note

Reserve through the restaurant's current official channel and reconfirm the menu format, dress guidance and arrival time.

Parking

Confirm the restaurant's current arrival and parking instructions. The driver remains alcohol-free until the car is secured for the night.

Family Restaurant

La Tagliata

Positano

A family-run restaurant above Positano with terraces, an organic garden and a current focus on generous Campanian cooking and grilled meats.

Booking note

Reserve directly and confirm the current service format and transport options from Positano.

Parking

Use the restaurant's current transfer or arrival guidance rather than improvising on the mountain road.

Historic Amalfi Dining

Trattoria da Gemma

Amalfi

An Amalfi restaurant with roots dating to 1872, serving a current menu grounded in coastal Campanian cooking near the cathedral quarter.

Booking note

Reserve through the Amalfi restaurant's official channel and reconfirm current opening hours.

Parking

Park in an official Amalfi facility and walk. Do not attempt to drive into the pedestrian center.

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Traditional Ravello

Cumpa Cosimo

Ravello

A long-standing Ravello restaurant known locally for traditional Neapolitan and Campanian cooking in an informal setting.

Booking note

Confirm current opening hours and reserve directly before the Ravello day.

Parking

Use signed outer parking in Ravello and continue on foot.

Where to stay

Luxury$$$$

Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast

Ravello

A historic Ravello hotel set high above the coast, with terraced gardens and a strong sense of place for the final night.

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Parking

Confirm the current valet, vehicle-size and arrival arrangements directly before the climb to Ravello.

Luxury$$$$

Le Sirenuse

Positano

A landmark Positano hotel overlooking the village and sea, positioned for a car-free day once the vehicle has been handed to the current parking service.

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Parking

The hotel states that it has no private garage and can arrange valet parking for a daily fee. Reconfirm the current process before arrival.

Historic$$$$

Hotel Santa Caterina

Amalfi

A family-run five-star hotel near Amalfi with terraced gardens, sea access and a practical position between the coastal stage and Ravello climb.

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Parking

Confirm the current parking, valet and vehicle-size arrangements directly with the hotel before arrival.

Before departure

Know before you go.

Right-Hand Traffic

Drive on the right. Hold a disciplined lane through blind bends and expect buses, motorcycles, cyclists and pedestrians on narrow approaches.

Posted Limits and Local Control

Follow the posted limit and every temporary direction. The safe pace is often well below the maximum because of bends, sightlines, congestion and road work.

Fuel, Charging and Range

Begin each day with adequate fuel or charge. Confirm current service options in Sorrento before the coast stages rather than relying on a single SS163 stop.

Outer Parking and Pedestrian Centers

Reserve hotel or official parking wherever possible. Positano, Amalfi and Ravello are explored on foot after the vehicle is secured. Check Amalfi's live parking guidance before arrival.

Season and Plate Restrictions

March to May and October to November usually balance daylight and visitor pressure best. Verify the 2026 SS163 alternating-number-plate dates and all local restrictions before departure.

Weather and Road Conditions

Check the current forecast and ANAS road information before each stage. Delay the route in heavy rain, rockfall warnings, poor visibility or any official closure.

Emergency and Offline Access

The European emergency number is 112. Download all four member stages, hotel arrival details and a second offline map before leaving reliable signal.

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