The Path of the Gods Hiking Trails
Best walk on the Amalfi Coast
Whether you’re on holiday in Sorrento, Positano or even Capri, especially for the first time, experiencing the Path of the Gods tour is something you simply must do. Our in-depth and detailed tour guide will give you some of the greatest tips on how to get the most out of this experience, discover unique secrets only known by the locals, the best starting points and above all you’ll be provided with one of the most expert guides in the whole of Southern Italy.
All You Need to Know
- What is the Path of the Gods?
- Path of the Gods Map
- Where does the path of the Gods start?
- Hiking from Bomerano to Nocelle
- Hiking from Nocelle to Bomerano
- The best way to hike the Path of Gods
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Path of the Gods?
If you’re looking to create unforgettable memories and experiences in between nature and breathtaking views, The Paths of the Gods is the perfect tour for you. This stunning and spectacular hike takes place over the top of the Amalfi Coastline that leads you all the way through Mediterranean shrubs, trees and guarantees you the more unique views of the sea right down to the valleys located below. This truly is one of the most magical hikes you can take in Italy, The Path of the Gods makes you feel as if you are hiking in between the sky and the sea.
On the hills and mountains that cross Amalfi, Praiano and Positano it’s possible to admire one of the most incredible panoramas on earth: from the Archipelago of the Sirens to the Island of Capri. On this tour you’ll be sure to meet a few local shepherds and farmers on the way, when walking through old vineyards, terraces, farmhouses and monasteries we can guarantee you’ll feel as if you’ve been placed in a beautiful painting of the ever-changing landscape.
Path of the Gods – Route
Where Does the Path of the Gods Start?
If you’re visiting Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast, hiking the Path of the Gods is one of the most unforgettable things to do in Southern Italy. This scenic trail can be started from two main points: Bomerano, a small village in Agerola, and Nocelle, a hamlet just above Positano. While both are great starting points, beginning your hike from Bomerano is the most recommended route, as it offers a more gradual descent and the most panoramic views of the coastline, Capri, and beyond.
As locals, we always suggest starting from Bomerano for the best views and smoother walk — plus, you’ll enjoy a more peaceful start away from the crowds.
Hiking from Bomerano to Nocelle
The hike from Bomerano is a relatively gentle walk along the top of the hills to Nocelle from where it begins to go downhill all the way to Positano, around a total of 1,800 steps or if you prefer you can take the bus from Nocelle to Positano which passes very often. Nino the tour guide advises that the best way in to walk half the trail and then return back to the starting point of Bomerano but we will go into more detail about this later.
How to get to Bomerano
You can get to Bomerano and start the path of the Gods with a driver, with public transports or with a tour.
By Private Driver
It takes about 90 minutes and price is around 100€.
Our Private Tour
Participating in our tour, organised by Nino our professional tour guide, which departs from Positano and takes you to the starting point at Bomerano. Our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in his mini van, the driver is also included within the price of the tour so is a great option if you’re looking for comfort. The option to start from Positano is optional and again the tour will begin at 8 am to avoid hiking in the hottest hours of the day, it also takes 1 hour and 10 minutes to get there.
By Public Transport
If you’re staying in Positano and considering walking the Path of the Gods, you can take SITA bus which runs between Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi. You will need to get off at Amalfi and take the bus mentioned above from Amalfi to Bomerano, this journey will take about 2 hours.
Hiking from Nocelle to Bomerano
If you find yourself in Sorrento or in the area of the Sorrento Peninsula or you simply just want to visit The Path of the Gods, it is recommended to start from Bomerano to Nocelle and not vice versa. This is because when starting from Nocelle, it’s not as beautiful and picturesque, the beginning is also a very uphill clim and does not have the same visual impact that you would experience when starting from Bomerano. Two of the main reasons its recommended to not start from Nocelle is because it’s not as easy to reach as Bomerano and the stretch from Bomerano to Nocelle is much more beautiful to admire.
How to get to Nocelle
You can get to Nocelle and start the path of the Gods with a driver, with public transports or with a tour.
By Private Driver
It takes about 50 minutes and price is around 90€.
Our Private Tour
Booking our tour organised by the tour guide Nino and departing from Sorrento, you can reach Nocelle in the mini van with driver included in the you. In this case it is necessary to organise a private tour and the departure for the tour is always scheduled for 8am, it will take just around 50 minutes to reach Nocelle.
By Public Transport
To get to The Path of the Gods hike from Sorrento you have to take the SITA bus to Amalfi and then change to get another bus for Nocelle. The total journey will take you 1 hour and a half.
The Best Way to Hike the Path of the Gods
The best way to enjoy the Path of the Gods hike is to start in Bomerano, a peaceful village in Agerola, and walk to the halfway viewpoint before returning to Bomerano. This out-and-back route, often recommended by local guide Nino, offers the most scenic section of the trail without requiring a strenuous downhill descent into Positano. It’s an ideal option for first-time hikers, families, or those looking for a manageable yet breathtaking way to experience hiking the Amalfi Coast. Facing south, you’ll enjoy uninterrupted views of the sea, the coastline, and even Capri on a clear day — all while keeping logistics simple and avoiding steep staircases.
Many guests who had chosen to do the route independently and without a guide, later said that one mistake they made was doing the hike in a westerly direction in the late afternoon: although there are many shady spots, the viewpoints down the coast were mostly looking straight into the sun. So from a strategic point of view this option has been studied to avoid those problems visitors had encountered and Nino who carries out our Path of the Gods tour has decided to create a more complete, interesting and perfectly studied tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is recommended to start this early in the morning and departing from Sorrento from 8 am or if you’re with a tour sometimes even around 7 am if choosing to travel independently to avoid traffic and hiking during the hottest hours of the day.
Having an expert and highly knowledgeable guide with you during your journey of The Path of the Gods allows you to:
- Know how to best move around and organise your excursion
- Organise your departure and arrival based on your needs
- Accommodate the tour should you be visiting with your children or those less experienced in hiking
- Change of route in case of crowds, for example; another group could block the path ahead, Nino the guide will be able to guide you on alternative paths to get to the same destination
- Change of route in case of weather changes or excessive temperatures
- Assist you to walk safely along the route
- Share details and secrets of the trails and it’s history you otherwise would not know without a guide
In total, it will take you around 3 hours to complete the route, this will also depend on the speed you are walking and the route you have chosen to take.