Hike & Cycle in Italy

Campania is best known among hikers for the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Vesuvius and Pompeii. Here you can both hike and cycle in the Italian postcard, and discover small gems like the islands of Procida and Ischia, and why not charmingly chaotic Naples. To the south lies the more undiscovered Cilento National Park, with a quiet coast, silent mountains and ancient remains in Paestum. You can both cycle and hike on the Amalfi Coast or in Cilento with us.

Italy's heel has emerged as one of our favorite destinations for cycling and hiking in recent years. Here you'll encounter a genuine Mediterranean environment without mass tourism. Paradise-like beaches, dazzling baroque cities, olive groves and of course the local pride: the food. Creamy burrata, peppery olive oil, flavorful tomatoes and full-bodied Primitivo wines delight in one of Italy's best areas for cycling trips and hiking trips by the sea. The neighboring regions Basilicata and Calabria spice up the travel offerings down on our favorite boot.

Together with the Amalfi Coast, Liguria undeniably takes the title of Italy's most beautiful coast. Hills of fragrant Mediterranean vegetation plunge into the azure sea and the pastel-colored villages are connected by ancient and seductively beautiful trails. The main attraction is Cinque Terre's five small villages, but we also hike to Portovenere, magnificent Portofino and the city of a thousand sails, Camogli. We have several different hiking trips in Liguria and Cinque Terre to choose from.

Piedmont and Valle d'Aosta are a powerhouse for hiking trips and cycling trips in northern Italy. Cycle among Barolo's vineyards, hike along Lago Maggiore or trek in the Alps' most dramatic landscapes around Mont Blanc and Gran Paradiso. Here, wine regions, high alpine trails and authentic valleys are combined in a magnificent active journey with exquisite culinary experiences.

The Mediterranean's two largest islands are actually quite different from each other. Sicily feels a bit like its own country, with a distinct history and African influences in the cuisine. The coasts are adorned with beautifully patinated cities while the deep interior tells of how they broke free from the mafia. Etna provides a formidable environment for hiking, as do the fabulously beautiful small Aeolian islands. Sardinia is a wilder experience, dominated by seductively beautiful swimming bays, wild Supramonte and genuine villages. Explore our hiking trips and cycling trips in Sicily and Sardinia here.

The Italian part of the historic region of Tyrol is one of Europe's most delightful cultural encounters: Think genuine mountain culture, some of the world's most beautiful mountains, blooming meadows and fairy-tale neat villages where they compete for the prettiest flower box – plus one of the Alps' most reliable sunny climates and Italian food. Discover our hiking trips and cycling trips in the Dolomites and South Tyrol.

Tuscany is the epitome of beautiful countryside and a classic destination for northerners who thirst for the good life. We come here for the warm light and life's natural rhythm. The neighboring region Umbria is more undiscovered and here it often feels like walking or cycling through medieval times. Lazio boasts the pilgrimage route Via Francigena to Rome, Lake Bolsena and small tranquil towns where you encounter Italian life. Abruzzo is home to the highest peaks of the Apennines and hiking in several national parks.

Some of Italy's best hiking trips and cycling trips come together in one corner of the country. Hike in the Dolomites and at Lake Como, cycle at Lake Garda or discover authentic Friuli with hiking in the Julian Alps and wine regions. Here alpine trails, lake landscapes, UNESCO cities and the Adriatic Sea combine in a wonderfully varied palette for active travel in northern Italy.