🌅 What to do in Cilento on extra days
Personalized ideas for every type of traveler
Cilento is an ancient, genuine, and surprisingly diverse land: clear sea, medieval villages, Greek temples, silent mountains, and a cuisine deeply rooted in Mediterranean tradition. If you have one or more extra days, you can go beyond the beaches and discover an authentic Italy, off the beaten path. Whether you seek nature, relaxation, culture, or true flavors, Cilento has much to offer.
🧗♂️ For sports enthusiasts and outdoor lovers
Among mountains, rivers, and rugged coastlines, Cilento is perfect for those who love walking, swimming, cycling, or exploring at a leisurely pace.
Trekking on Monte Stella or in the Cilento Park
Climb through chestnut groves, olive trees, and breathtaking views of the Gulf of Salerno. The trails to the top of Monte Gelbison or the abandoned village of San Severino offer silence and pure nature.
Canoeing or rafting on the Calore River (Felitto or Magliano Vetere)
A descent through rock-carved gorges and crystal-clear waters, among herons, waterfalls, and ancient bridges. A little-known but spectacular experience.
Snorkeling in Palinuro or Punta Licosa
Discover sea caves (like the famous Blue Grotto), secluded coves, and transparent seabeds: pristine sea and no chaos.
🌸 For those seeking tranquility and relaxation
Cilento is perfect for slowing down: quiet beaches, untouched nature, villages suspended in time, and views that invite deep breaths.
Day at Cala Bianca or Baia del Buon Dormire
Two of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, accessible by boat or trails immersed in the Mediterranean scrub. Emerald sea and untouched nature.
Sunset walk in the village of Castellabate or Pisciotta
Stone alleys, panoramic squares, silence, and warm lights caressing the roofs: the discreet charm of Cilento villages.
Relax in a farmhouse among olive groves and hills (Pollica or Gioi area)
Sleep among the scent of wild herbs, taste homemade oil, and rediscover the pleasure of silence and slow rhythms.
🖼️ For art, history, and culture enthusiasts
Cilento is a cradle of civilization: from the Greek temples of Paestum to religious and popular traditions, every stone has a story to tell.
Visit the temples of Paestum and the archaeological museum
One of the best-preserved Greek archaeological areas in the world, with majestic Doric temples and a museum rich in artifacts (like the famous "Tomb of the Diver").
Certosa di Padula (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
One of the largest monastic complexes in Europe, with cloisters, monumental staircases, and 17th-century frescoes: a journey into art and spirituality.
Mediterranean Diet Museum at Ancel Keys (Pioppi)
Discover the roots and principles of the world's healthiest lifestyle, where food, relationships, and territory have been intertwined for centuries.
🍷 For those who love food and authentic experiences
Cilento cuisine is identity, memory, and simplicity: one of the purest expressions of the Mediterranean diet, among gardens, sea, and pastures.
Traditional cooking class in a rural village
Learn to prepare fusilli al ferretto, lagane and chickpeas, rustic bread, and desserts like chocolate figs or rustic pizza with wild herbs.
Tasting of extra virgin olive oil, white figs, and cheeses
In the areas of Prignano, Cicerale, or Rutino, you can taste the best local products directly from the producers.
Dinner in a hidden trattoria among the hills or by the sea (Acciaroli, Marina di Camerota area)
Simple dishes, fresh fish, garden vegetables, and local wine served without frills but with genuine hospitality.
🛥️ For those who want to explore the surroundings
With a car or a boat, you can discover secret corners of Cilento and venture into even wilder and more suggestive areas.
Mini cruise along the coast of Palinuro and Marina di Camerota
Sail among caves, sea stacks, and beaches inaccessible by land: the Blood Cave, the coves of Pozzallo, and Porto Infreschi are unmissable.
Day in the Vallo di Diano or on Monte Cervati
Another Cilento, mountainous and mystical: springs, beech forests, hidden sanctuaries, and a miniature Sardinia, all to explore.
Visit to inland villages like Roscigno Vecchia or Teggiano
Abandoned or fortified towns, medieval fairs, crafts, and views over the Tanagro valley: history and authenticity at your fingertips.
