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Amalfi & Paestum Tour

Two UNESCO sites in one day: the sea charm of Amalfi and the silent grandeur of Paestum's Greek temples, between coast and Campanian plains.

  • 9½ h
  • Just your group, up to 8 people
  • English
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before (entry tickets already issued excluded)

Activity highlights

“Amalfi & Paestum Tour” is a private tour with driver and takes about 9½ h. It costs from €415 per vehicle, not per person, in a sedan for up to 3 people, with driver, fuel, tolls and parking included; the exact price depends on start, finish and date. Stops and visiting time: Amalfi (1 h 30) and Paestum archaeological park (2 h). Entrance tickets are not included: about €12 per person in total. You walk about 3 km over the day (low physical effort). When to go? Spring and autumn. The Paestum temples take a low, golden light in late afternoon, so the natural order is the coast in the morning and the temples later.

Amalfi: Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Cloister of Paradise and handcrafted Amalfi paper
Paestum: three UNESCO Doric temples among the best preserved in the ancient world
National Archaeological Museum of Paestum with the famous Tomb of the Diver
Two UNESCO sites in a single day between coast and plains
Private tour, just for your group, for an intimate, relaxed experience
Dedicated driver with pickup and return from the selected meeting point

Full description

Pickup is at the time and meeting point you choose when booking. Your driver will welcome you with a name sign and guide you through one of the most complete cultural days in Campania. The tour is private: only your group is on board.

Amalfi — The Ancient Maritime Republic

The day begins in Amalfi, the historic heart of the coast and for centuries one of the most powerful maritime republics in the Mediterranean. Its Cathedral of Saint Andrew, an Arab-Norman architectural masterpiece with the suggestive Cloister of Paradise, is the first unmissable stop. Around it, the paved streets come alive with shops scented with limoncello, handmade Amalfi paper workshops and stores selling local specialties.

Free time to wander through medieval arcades, sit in the square with a coffee or granita, and let the slow, authentic rhythm of this village carry you.

Paestum — The Greek Temples of Magna Graecia

Leaving the coast, you enter the Sele plain toward Paestum, founded by Greek colonists in the 6th century BC and today a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Three Doric temples among the best preserved in the world rise on the plain in an almost unreal silence: the Basilica, the Temple of Neptune and the Temple of Ceres — millennial structures that still convey a unique visual power.

A stop at the National Archaeological Museum rounds out the visit with frescoes, pottery and the famous Tomb of the Diver, one of the oldest painted slabs of Magna Graecia. A perfect contrast to the morning stop: from medieval sea to ancient Greek stone.

Return is scheduled for the late afternoon.

Itinerary

  1. Departure
    Pickup at the chosen time from the selected meeting point
  2. Amalfi
    Cathedral of Saint Andrew, Cloister of Paradise and historic center
  3. Paestum
    Doric temples and National Archaeological Museum
  4. Return
    Scheduled for the late afternoon

Prices

The price is per vehicle, not per person, and depends on where you start, where you finish and the date: work it out in the booking box.

Included in the price: driver, fuel, tolls and parking.

Entrance tickets not included: Paestum temples €12. About €12 per person in total. Meals, tastings and optional entrances are paid separately.

Prices updated on October 30, 2026

Practical information

Entrance tickets (not included)
  • Amalfifree entry
  • Paestum archaeological park12 €

Indicative total: 12 € per person

The centre is free; the Cloister of Paradise beside the cathedral charges a few euros. One ticket covers the temple area and the archaeological museum, which face each other.

Third-party prices, indicative, last checked in September 2026.

Time at each stop
  • Amalfi1 h 30
  • Paestum archaeological park2 h
How much walking

3 km · Low physical effort — Amalfi is flat apart from the cathedral steps. The temple area is entirely level, on grass and gravel, with no shade: a hat is needed in summer.

When to go

Spring and autumn. The Paestum temples take a low, golden light in late afternoon, so the natural order is the coast in the morning and the temples later.

The same itinerary by public transport

Amalfi is reached by SITA Sud bus from Salerno in about 75 minutes, or by seasonal ferry for around €10. Paestum has a station on the Trenitalia line to Reggio Calabria, 800 metres on foot from the temples, with regional trains from Salerno roughly hourly. The problem is joining the two: there is no direct Amalfi-Paestum link, you backtrack to Salerno and start again.

When it genuinely wins

Taken one at a time, both destinations are easy and cheap by public transport — Paestum by train is genuinely convenient. On the same day, no: the compulsory change at Salerno adds an hour and a half and two connections, and what is a 75-minute drive becomes half a day.

Public-service fares and frequencies, indicative and seasonal, last checked in September 2026.

What is included

Included

  • Selected vehicle
  • Pickup and return from the selected meeting point
  • One bottle of water per person
  • Scenic stops along the route
  • Stop in Amalfi
  • Stop at the Temples of Paestum

Not included

  • Tour guide
  • Entrance tickets to the Temples of Paestum
  • Lunch and extra drinks
  • Personal expenses

Important

  • No pets allowed
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users
  • Not suitable for guests prone to motion sickness
  • Not suitable for children under 1 year old
  • We reserve the right to change the visit order based on timing and availability
  • The itinerary may change due to weather conditions or events along the route
  • Our staff will contact the guest the day before the tour with confirmation and logistical details

Frequently Asked Questions

Which entrance tickets are needed and what do they cost?

No entrance ticket is included in the tour price: they are bought separately and stay yours even if plans change. Paestum archaeological park 12 €. Amalfi is free to enter. That comes to about €12 per person, prices last checked in September 2026. The centre is free; the Cloister of Paradise beside the cathedral charges a few euros. One ticket covers the temple area and the archaeological museum, which face each other.

How much walking does this tour involve?

Around 3 km over the day. Amalfi is flat apart from the cathedral steps. The temple area is entirely level, on grass and gravel, with no shade: a hat is needed in summer. Low physical effort.

How long is spent at each stop?

Amalfi 1 h 30 and Paestum archaeological park 2 h. The rest of the day is driving, and the timings flex with traffic and with what you prefer: the driver works to the group, not to a fixed schedule.

When is the best time for this tour?

Spring and autumn. The Paestum temples take a low, golden light in late afternoon, so the natural order is the coast in the morning and the temples later.

Can this itinerary be done by public transport?

Amalfi is reached by SITA Sud bus from Salerno in about 75 minutes, or by seasonal ferry for around €10. Paestum has a station on the Trenitalia line to Reggio Calabria, 800 metres on foot from the temples, with regional trains from Salerno roughly hourly. The problem is joining the two: there is no direct Amalfi-Paestum link, you backtrack to Salerno and start again. Taken one at a time, both destinations are easy and cheap by public transport — Paestum by train is genuinely convenient. On the same day, no: the compulsory change at Salerno adds an hour and a half and two connections, and what is a 75-minute drive becomes half a day.

How long is the drive between Amalfi and Paestum?

About an hour and a quarter: you leave the coast road at Vietri, join the Salerno link road and from there the Sele plain runs fast and straight. It is the only long leg of the day, and the reason this itinerary takes eight hours rather than six.

Does it make sense to combine the coast and the Greek temples in one day?

It makes sense if your days are few and you want two different Campanias: Amalfi is medieval and vertical, Paestum is Greek and horizontal, and they sit an hour apart. If a full coast day is already planned, Paestum sits more comfortably with the Cilento, which lies the same way.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Yes. All our tours can be customized according to your interests, needs and available time. Contact us before booking to create a tailor-made experience.

Are the tours suitable for guests with reduced mobility?

Many of our itineraries can be adapted to the needs of guests with reduced mobility. However, some attractions or historic centres may have accessibility limitations. Please contact us in advance for assistance choosing the most suitable tour.

Can I extend the tour during the day?

In most cases yes, subject to driver and vehicle availability. Any extra hours will be subject to an additional fee.

Are tips mandatory?

No, tips are not mandatory and are not included in the price. If you are satisfied with the service, a tip is always appreciated but entirely optional.

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