Campania Cycling Trip 2027

Next adventure: Campania, Italy!

​Kim and I went to Campania a few weeks ago to scout out the plan. Another jam-packed cycling trip ahead with a mix of iconic ‘must see’ Italy spots along with ‘unfamiliar territory’ (although not unfamiliar to civilizations and generations dating back to ancient Greece). For our own US-made cycling souls, I am confident that this trip will be a delight for its mix of typical Italian climbs, Tyrrhenian Sea scenery and famous Amalfi Coast spots we will be visiting.  ​

This trip is not for beginners. While we were driving Kim kept having to say “stop saying oh God!”. Lot of climbing and lots of switchbacks. For those who have never really experienced a euro switchback and hairpin turn except on tv watching spectacular descending TDF crashes, your time has come (not the crashing, that is). Ah but good news for those of you fearful about the final ride along the infamously scary Amalfi coast road. It will actually be more fun and beautiful than treacherous because all of the vehicles, motos and cyclists going slowly due to the nature of the tight windy roads, blind spots and resulting congestion. Also since we will be heading north, we hug the landside of the road so it’s virtually impossible to tumble over the opposite seaside wall and down the sheer cliff. 😉

Regarding travel, a roundtrip to Naples airport is obviously preferred unless you have additional destinations outside this region before-or-after. Needless to say, since the cycling trip begins on Monday morning May 17 at the Cantina Vesuvio Winery (you must get there yourselves) , I expect all will be flying in ahead of time for some touring that weekend. If you decide to spend that time in Naples, stay in the old section since the harborside is filled with construction. With no disrespect to those with Napolitan heritage amongst you, other than the pizza, I did not enjoy my day walking/touring Naples so its’ not my top recommendation. Instead spend it near Pompeii and visit that amazing site. Our Cantina Vesuvio winery is also a short 15-minute taxi ride from there for an easy breezy Monday morning. Of course, you might also decide to visit Capri if that’s a bucket list destination for you. If so, give yourselves 2 nights and if you need recommendations, let me know as we were just there.  ​

Lastly, since we are finalizing the itinerary, please review and decide if this trip is for you. Last chance for a full deposit refund until Friday Oct 16. A few spots opened up, so pass the news to any capable friends. Payment balance for all is due Dec 1.

Details and full itinerary to be provided by end of August. Securing a spot requires a $500 deposit fully refundable until September 1. Cost: $3995 single room/$3795 double (*below payment options).

Stay tuned and if you have any questions, feel free to write.

Regards,

John Profaci

johnaprofaci@gmail.com