Amalfi Coast Endurance Run: From Sorrento to Paradise"
Embark on an epic trail running expedition along the stunning Amalfi Coast, where every step offers breathtaking views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and picturesque cliffside villages.
Our journey begins in Sorrento, where we board a ferry and set off on a scenic route that winds eastward. Along the way, we'll traverse iconic towns, conquer the renowned 'Path of the Gods', bask in the sun on pristine beaches, and indulge in delectable Italian cuisine.
Led by experienced guides, this fully-supported adventure covers a total distance of 55km spread across three unforgettable days of running through paradise. Join us for an exhilarating experience that combines stunning landscapes, cultural immersion, and the joy of trail running along the mesmerizing Amalfi Coast.
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About The Host
Trail Running Guide | Charlie Gay
Charlie Gay is no stranger to trail running or adventure. Aside from being an ultra addict his principal love is pouring over maps and creating extraordinary running routes. He has a knack for magicking up routes the rest of us haven’t spotted - it’s no surprise then that he’s spent the last five years being a route planner for some of the UK’s greatest running races.
When he’s not out leading trail adventures for the team you can almost guarantee you will see him running his favorite routes along the Cotswold Way.
Charlie is also a UESCA ultra running coach, mountain leader, and accomplished ski instructor.
Trail Running Guide | Baton Gashi
Baton is our man in Albania. He’s a huge personality and incredibly passionate about the great outdoors, nothing comes close to the feeling that he gets from trail running.
Seeking adventure is his way of life and he loves showcasing his local trails with like-minded groups who come to his country.
When he’s not guiding, he’s racing, having completed numerous ultra-marathons, including his most recent achievement of finishing the Swiss Alps 100 miler in August 2023.
Baton is also a certified mountain guide.
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Things to keep in mind
FAQ
How far do I need to be able to run?
Our trips are designed for people of all running abilities. Fast or slow, it doesn’t matter as we look to deliver flexible daily runs on all of our trips.
A typical daily distance on our trips would be somewhere between 6km - 15km per day, depending on the trip this could be a longer daily distance of up to 15 - 20km. Our longest days do not go much higher than this. Our daily distances are also dictated by the terrain we run on, sometimes we cross mountain passes which take a bit of time to walk over which naturally takes longer to cover the distances.
Most importantly though, these are journeys rather than races and our group trips are managed accordingly to individuals running requirements, splitting the group if necessary if the desire is to run slower or faster. If you wish to run longer, we can easily extend this for you.
What type of terrain will we run on?
We prefer to travel on beautiful, empty trails to places which are reasonably off the beaten path.
As a result, of our destination choices, there is a range of terrains which we run upon. You can expect everything from beech forests, lush meadows, open pastures and soft grass in entry valleys.
We also do a lot of running in the mountains, being surrounded by lofty peaks. As a result some of our days include walking or running if steep mountain passes as we traverse from one valley to the next. As we go higher we expect the terrain to become dryer as we move over cobbles, stones and boulder sections.
Occasionally, we run at altitudes higher than 2,500m, but typically our ascent will not go over 1,500m.
What type of accommodation do you use?
We prefer to stay in characterful, boutique hotels and lodges which offer personality, rather than staying in larger resorts.
Location is key as it’s nice to get out and explore rather than be bused in to go sightseeing or shopping.
When we are out on the trail we will make the most of staying in cosy, simpler village guesthouses. Often these are alpine-style, surrounded by meadows with cows grazing, the gentle sounds of streams trickling past and panoramic views from every room.
Delicious and varied local meals are also a guarantee. Expect big plates of mozzarella, salads, olives, cured meats and lashings of local beer and wine at the end of well-earned day on the trail.
Is it all running the entire trip?
Whilst these are trail running holidays with daily runs included, it’s a holiday after all and we feel it’s important to make the most of cultural interaction with sightseeing included alongside the running.
We combine our breathtaking routes with cultural gems which are carefully crafted to give you unique travel experiences whilst exploring the trail.
At the same time though we are flexible. If on a day you are feeling a bit tired and would prefer to explore an ancient Roman ruin rather than run through a mountain valley, we’ll make it happen for you.
Do I arrange my own international flights?
Yes. We specialise in arranging excellent land-only arrangements with our ground team and do not book international flights. As there is a great variety of value flights departing from all over the world to the range of destinations we work in.
Throughout your booking process, we will discuss our trusted and recommended ways to book international flights through excellent ATOL protected partners who offer great value, ease of service and flight protection.
Let us know your arrival and departure details in advance and we will take care of everything else from the moment your land.