Panorama trip to the peninsula of Palinuro with short walk and visit of the light tower; continuation to the harbor and boating ships of the fishers of Palinuro to visit the interior of the wonderful grottoes of the Cape of Palinuro: the blue grotto, the blood grotto, the monk's and bone grotto, afterwards short swimming break in the bay of "good sleep" and return.
DURATION: ½ day

Pearls of the Cilento

Panorama roundtrip Palinuro, start at Palinuro harbor to boat ships of the fishers of Palinuro to visit the interior of the wonderful grottoes of the Cape of Palinuro: the blue grotto, the blood grotto, the monk's and bone grotto, afterwards short swimming break in the bay of "good sleep". Lunchbreak in a restaurant or country estate. Afternoon trip through the hell valley to (High) Camerota with a stop at the potters' to watch craftspeople at work; continuation to Marina di Camerota with visit of the grotto of Lentiscelle, where the only 9,5 m long Schooner "Leon di Caprera" is kept, in which in 1880 three Italians (amongst them Pietro Troccoli from Marina di Camerota) crossed the Atlantic Ocean.
DURATION: one day

The Cilento: Sea, Nature, History

Departure from Marina di Camerota, visit of the grottos and bays of the wonderful Infreschi coast, named after the many fresh water springs, which flow from the mountains to the coast. Swimming break in the Infreschi bay and return. Traveling on towards Palinuro with lunch break at a restaurant or country estate. Afternoon panorama roundtrip on the cape of Palinuro and stop at the abandoned medieval village of San Severino di Centola, better know under the name "ghost village". Situated above the spectacular Mingardo valley, it was abandoned in the 70s by its inhabitants, who settled in the valley below. The villages location with its lanes and collapsed houses forms an exciting scenery of silence.
DURATION: one day

Maratea: the Statue of Christ and its Coast

Maratea is considered the jewel of the Basilikata, and even more. Nature, architecture, and tradition combine to such beauty that it deserves to be enjoyed for a day. The visit includes: the historical center (streets, buildings, gates, churches); the statue of the savior (22m high); the long grottos of Marina di Marateas and a boat trip along the coast with swimming break. Lunch break of fish in a harbor restaurant with sea view.
DURATION: one day

The National Park, Nature and Man: Visit of the WWF-Oasis Morigerati

The Bussento river, the last river of Campania, disappears from view for about 6 km, to resurface near the town of Morigerati. Since 1995 the second source of the Bussento river has been entrusted to the oases of the WWF to protect flora and fauna. The trip leads along a vegetation rich path and an underground gang of approx. 80m, following the underground riverbed.
DURATION: ½ day DIFFICULTY: suitable for sporty people, or those with a minimum of sportiness; no notable difficulties, but the path leads steeply uphill on the way back; LENGHT: 3,5 km in the oasis. EQUIPMENT: sports shoes, hat, windbreaker, water bottle

The Coastal Park of Infreschi: on Foot and by Boat.

A coastal park is not only the coast under, but also above water. During this trip you cannot only enjoy great views, but you will also find out about the geological and archaeological histories of this area. You will be acquainted with the varied, characteristic species of the Mediterranean "macchia". The trip offers a leap down the last two million years. Return by boat, with visit of the impressive grottos along the coast, arrival in the harbor of Marina di Camerotas.
DURATION: ½ day DISTANCE: 7 km by foot DIFFICULTY: little
EQUIPMENT: sports shoes, swimwear, hat, windbreaker, water bottle

Camerota: On the Trail of the Greek Monks

Naturalistic walk along the antique path from Camerota to Palinuro. Crossing the remains of antique see terraces, you encounter majestic olive trees of the "Pisciotta"-kind, and the ruins of the Italian-Greek monastery of San Cono, where the monks cultivated licorice, traces of which can still be found today.
DURATION: ½ day DISTANCE: 8 km by foot DIFFICULTY: little
EQUIPMENT: sports shoes, swimwear, hat, windbreaker, water bottle

Archeology of the Cilento: Velia and Surroundings

Velia was founded in 540 BC by a Greek colony (focea), which had fled from Persian rule. After 20 years of wandering in the Mediterranean they choose to settle on the coast of the Cilento, which reminded them of their home country. Of interest is the philosophic school which reached its full bloom in Elea-Velia with the key representatives Parmenide and Zenone. Afterwards visit to a cheesemaker with samples of the products.
DURATION: 4 hours DISTANCE: 2.5 km by foot DIFFICULTY: none
EUQIPMENT: comfortable shoes

The The Grottos of Pertosa and the Certosa di Padula

Visit of the enchanting grottos of Pertosa, which have been formed by the erosion of the river Tanagro over the millennia. The first part is covered on rafts stirred by competent guides, the second on foot. In the afternoon visit to the charter house of San Lorenzo in Padula, which was founded in 1306 by Tommaso Sanseverino, Count of Marsico. One of the most important and powerful monuments of Southern Italy, yet at the same time relatively unknown, the monastery is with its 32 000 square meters surface one of the largest in Europe.
DURATION: one day DISTANCE: 1 km by foot DIFFICULTY: none

Paestum: The Archaeological Excavations and the Museum

In the gulf of Salerno the Archeans founded in the VII. century BC the town of Poseidonia near the sea, which remains to this day with its ring of walls, the three Doric temples (the basilica, the temple of Neptune, the temple of Ceres) and other small buildings the most impressive architectural ensemble of Magna Graecia. Visit of the excavations and the museum.
DURATION: ½ day



The Historical Center of the National Park: the Proud Village of Pisciotta

Guided tour of the historical center of Pisciotta. The village has lent its name to an unusual plant, which predominates in the lower Cilento: the olive tree. Along the old fishing road you can reach the typical village Marina di Pisciotta, where to this day the thousand of year old fishing with the "menaide" has continued. Tasting of "Menaide"-anchovies.
DURATION: ½ day

The Ghosttown, Olive Oil, and Local Cuisine

Visit of the medieval village of San Severino di Centola, above the spectacular valley of the Mingardo, abound around 30 years ago. The ruins of the castle, dating back to the year 1000, testify to its importance during the eras of Anjou and Aragon. The absence of inhabitants creates a very exciting atmosphere. Continuation to Licusati with visit of an oil press and tasting of olive oil of Pisciotta-quality. Finally break on a country estate to taste local dishes: stews, olives, cheeses, cakes, wine.
DURATION: ½ day

Snorkeling Between the Bays of the Infreschi Coast

Accompanied by experienced staff (guida blu) from the diving center of Marina di Camerota you swim equipped with diving goggles and flippers between the smaller and larger bays of the Infreschi coast, a practicing a natural and ecological sport, and respecting the biological balance, to encounter the inhabitants of the "sixth continent".
DURATION: 3 hours