Amalfi Coast Itinerary: from Vietri sul Mare to Positano, Village by Village
In short: The Amalfi Coast runs for about 50 km from Vietri sul Mare, next to Salerno, to Positano. In order, the villages are Vietri, Cetara, Maiori, Minori, Ravello (up on the hill), Atrani, Amalfi, Conca dei Marini, Furore, Praiano and Positano. Three days cover Positano, Amalfi and Ravello; five to seven days let you add the quieter villages, a boat trip and Capri. Driving the whole road takes 1.5 to 2 hours without stops.
Last updated: October 2026
Most guides start in Positano and stop at Amalfi. We drive the whole road every day, from the ceramics of Vietri to the last bend before Positano, and every village has something worth a stop. This is the coast in order, east to west, with a simple plan for three, five or seven days.
The Amalfi Coast, village by village
The Amalfi Drive (SS163) follows the cliffs between the sea and the Lattari mountains. From the Salerno side, these are the places you meet along the way.
- Vietri sul MareThe gateway to the coast, famous for its hand-painted ceramics: the majolica dome of San Giovanni Battista and dozens of workshops.
- CetaraA real fishing village, home of colatura di alici, the anchovy sauce that ends up on pasta all over the coast.
- MaioriThe longest beach on the Amalfi Coast and a lively seafront, popular with Italian families.
- MinoriA small town with the remains of a Roman villa and a reputation for pastry, from lemon cakes to ricotta and pear.
- Ravello350 m above the sea, with the gardens of Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone. Reached by a road that climbs from the coast.
- AtraniOne of the smallest villages in Italy, a few minutes on foot from Amalfi, with a piazza right by the beach.
- AmalfiThe old maritime republic: the cathedral of Sant’Andrea, the Cloister of Paradise and the lanes of the old town.
- Conca dei MariniTerraced white houses, the Emerald Grotto and the sfogliatella Santa Rosa pastry.
- FuroreThe fjord: a deep gorge with a tiny beach under a high road bridge.
- PraianoA quiet village with west-facing sunsets, the beach of Marina di Praia and access to the Path of the Gods.
- PositanoThe vertical village: coloured houses, boutiques and the Spiaggia Grande. The end of the road for most visitors.
How many days, and what to see
Our advice: sleep in two places. One base on the Positano side, in Praiano or Positano itself, and one around Amalfi or Ravello. You halve the driving and see both ends of the coast at the best time of day.
Getting there and getting around
Arriving from Naples, the fastest way to the Positano end is over the Sorrento peninsula: a private transfer from Naples to Positano costs €200 per vehicle. To start from the Vietri end, go to Salerno (also €200) or straight to Amalfi or Ravello.
Arriving from Rome, a private car to any town on the coast costs €650 per vehicle; see how to get from Rome to Positano for all the options.
On the coast, SITA buses and seasonal ferries link the main towns. In July and August both are crowded, and parking is scarce and expensive everywhere. For days with several stops, a driver lets you stop at the viewpoints and skip the queues.
See the coast with your own driver
Private Mercedes, English-speaking driver, all the stops you want.
- Amalfi Coast Tour: Positano, Praiano, Furore, Amalfi and Ravello in one day, from €500
- Naples to Positano and Naples to Salerno transfers: €200
- Chauffeur by the hour: dinners and evenings along the coast
Planning the Amalfi Coast: frequently asked questions
How long is the Amalfi Coast from Vietri sul Mare to Positano?
About 50 km along the Amalfi Drive (SS163). Without stops it takes around 1.5 to 2 hours by car, more in summer traffic, because the road is narrow and full of bends.
How many days do you need for the Amalfi Coast?
Three days are enough for the highlights: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. With five to seven days you can add the quieter villages, a boat trip, Capri and the Path of the Gods.
Where should I start a trip along the Amalfi Coast?
From Salerno and Vietri sul Mare if you arrive by train from the south or by ferry, from Positano if you arrive from Naples or Rome via Sorrento. Many travellers sleep in two places: one on the Positano side, one around Amalfi or Ravello.
What is the best way to travel between the villages?
SITA buses and seasonal ferries connect the main towns but are crowded in summer. A private driver lets you stop at the viewpoints, visit several villages in a day and avoid parking, which is scarce and expensive.
Can I see the whole coast in one day?
Yes, on a private Amalfi Coast tour of about 8–9 hours: Positano, the viewpoints of Praiano and Furore, Amalfi and Ravello. From the Salerno cruise port the tour starts right at Vietri sul Mare.