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Anne and I travelled through Europe for 4.5 weeks with another couple, Brian and Amanda. We flew into Rome and out of Paris. During these 9 days in Rome and Paris we did not require a vehicle so we leased a Peugot for 22 days.
This proved to be a cost effective move because we only paid approx AUS$1200 per couple for the car which included all of the insurance, taxes and stamp duties and the car came "fully insured with no excess!" When you think of the money you spend on trains/busabout tickets etc without the freedom of choice, this is an excellent way to see what you want to see!
Written Nov 12, 2005
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I believe Amalfi is a small piece of Paradise in Italy.
I went to Napoli and met some australians, who were going to Amalfi for the weekend. I had never heard of it and I got amazed.
The hostel is in a 800 year old house, on the top of the mountain (300 steps up - yes, you need to go up the stairs carring your bags), facing the blue sea. The village is very pleasant.
To get there, you need to get a train to Soranto (close to Pompei - from Napoli probably costs about 3 euros) and then a bus to Amalfi (you might be able to use the same ticket you used for the train, it depends on where you're coming from - otherwise, it'd cost about 2 euros).
The road is amazingly beautiful, lots of curves, going around mountains. You look down (to your left), you see the sea... you look to your right, you see the mountains. It's a bit scarry, because it's high... but it's completely worth it!
Before you go, look for 6 Small Rooms, in Napoli (australian hostel). They'll help you with the Amalfi hostel. Unless you want to stay in hotels, make sure to call the hostel in Amalfi.
Written Aug 8, 2005
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There are three ways to get to Amalfi; drive along the winding, steep, famous Alafi Coast, take a SITA bus, or go by boat. I think the boat is the most relaxing (albiet slow) way. And it's the only way to see some of the houses and villas perched precariously on the cliffs. Wait until you see the famous San Pietro hotel and the equally famous Santa Caterina. Someday, when I marry a rich man.....
Written Mar 9, 2005
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Driving along the Amalfi Coast , except for the A3 to and from Salerno, means driving on winding two-lane narrow roads. Although (and perhaps because) driving there requires high levels of concentration, accidents are not frequent.
Even so, WATCH OUT ! Scooters and buses are everywere and it's amazing to see these people driving along these serpentine roads... If you don't have a bit of sense of adventure, do not drive there...
The roads are realy narrow and driving conditions are extreme but, on the other hand..... the views will make you forget all about it.
Updated May 10, 2004
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By car:
From Naples take motorway A3 and exit in Castellamare di Stabia then follow signs for Sorrento (SS145) and Costiera Amalfitana.
From Salerno take motorway A3 and exit in Vietri sul Mare then follow directions for Costiera Amalfitana.
By train / Bus:
From Naples Central train station take Circumvesuviana train to Sorrento, from here continue by SITA bus to Amalfi.
By air:
From Naples international airport you can reach Naples Centre by public bus or by private car, from here continue to Sorrento or Salerno by train leaving at hourly intervals.
By sea:
From Naples, Salerno and Sorrento during the summer there are many ferries leaving for the Amalfi Coast.
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Written May 10, 2004
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The bus is the best way to get there I am sure. The road is so narrow and difficult to negotiate I think that you need an experienced Italian driver to do this. The other, not so fun aspect of course is one based purely on my survival instinct. It goes like this.........if the bus has one wheel either front or back over the edge there is really little chance of it going the whole way........but put a car in the same position?
Written Apr 13, 2004
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You might think from home that the beautiful winding roads of the picturesque Amalfi would be a lovely place for a romantic drive.
Think again. This spawn of Satan road is the most evil thing I encountered on my entire trip. Unless you are Schumacher or Montoya, dont even think about driving on this thing. First, it does as many twists and turns as a ballerina on cocaine. Second the streets are narrow and they have decided its a good spot to park cars along side the road to make it more narrow. People dont exactly obey the whole "you stay on your side of the road" motto. All of Italy is a "dive at your own risk", but this adds new meaning to it.
Written Mar 16, 2004
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the easiest way to view the beautiful cliff and ocean os to take the bus. You don't need to worry about the traffic situation and don't be afraid to get lost. All you need to do is find a window seat and enjoy the amazing scenery from Sorrento- pocitano-amalfi.
Written Jan 9, 2004
I think of the best way to go around Costiera Amalfitana and the nice city is going there by boat.
You can see all coast and have a nice relax.
Going by bus... with a lot of turn and a lot of people inside... it's not so nice!!
Written Aug 8, 2003
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The scenic way to get to Amalfi by car is to leave the A3 motorway (autostrada) in Salerno and drive along the S163 (Costiera Amalfitana).
Amalfi is a bus terminal for the costiera (on the front of Amalfi) and as such is a good base for exploring the area by local transport. Buses go in one direction to Atrani, Minori, Maori and down to Salerno, whilst in the other direction buses travel to Conca dei Marini, Positano and Sorrento.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and validated on the bus. Tickets are purchase for travel up to a certain time..for example a 1 euro ticket enables you to travel on a bus anywhere within I hour - so the further you go the better the value.
Updated Jul 20, 2003
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