What you get in this adventure: VST well-proven organization (world-leading Sail & Climb guided tours since 2013) An experienced, U.I.A.G.M. certified mountain guide with extensive knowledge of the area Skipper Accommodation on a sailing boat — double size bed or bunk beds sorted and arranged by and among guests VTS T-shirt Insurance covering the crew and the group during sailing and climbing Pantry-ready service (shopping for food and beverages will be done by the VST staff prior to your arrival) Three nights in the harbor (first day, mid-week, last day) If you have any dietary restrictions, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements. Due to the nature of this adventure, the guide requires that a part of the cost of the trip, 300 euros , is paid upon boarding in cash. This will cover the costs of: Food and pantry service Bedsheets and towels Final cleaning of the boat Other incurred costs during the trip. If you have any questions about this, contact us and we will get back to you as soon as possible! What’s not included: Travel expenses to reach/leave the harbor of departure Meals on land (skipper’s and guide’s cost of the meal on land divided among all guests) Harbor fees for any extra nights spent in the harbor (if the skipper decides to stay due to adverse weather or sea conditions) Buses to reach the farthest crag (estimated to be €10 per person) Boat fuel (to be divided equally among participants, estimated to be €25 per person) Alcoholic beverages on board Personal items and equipment Climbing gear

How fit do I need to be?

Good physical shape is important but don’t worry — it doesn’t matter the grade you can climb on, you’ll always find a partner matching your level, and if that’s not the case, your guide will be there for you. Rock climbing is more about using good movement technique rather than muscling up a cliff using brute strength. To ensure you have a fun retreat, your guide will be there to supervise the climbing and to help all the climbers to improve their skills, and to choose routes that best suit your skill and fitness level. Still, health and physical fitness are crucial to actively engage in daily activities of hiking and rock climbing. Participants are strongly encouraged to have proficient swimming skills, especially if they plan to engage in the challenging deep water soloing during the tour. Please keep in mind that there’s no multi-pitch climbing and no deep water soloing on Capri’s sea stacks.

What if I’ve never climbed or sailed before?

Amalfi Coast has plenty of options for beginner climbers . Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun! For intermediate to advanced climbers , Amalfi Coast has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives and customize the day to your goals. Let your guide plan the day so you can focus on developing your skills while climbing the classic routes or best hidden gems the area has to offer. You will spend your week on a 45 to 55-foot Monohull or Catamaran sailing boat. This magnificent boat has 4-5 two-people cabins, a spacious living room, well-equipped kitchen, and a deck perfect for late night hang-outs. With her, you’ll sail countless coves and experience the island the way it was meant to be experienced! If this is your first time on a sailing boat and you don’t know what to expect, here is what you can expect from life on board : On board, everyone is responsible to clean up after themselves. Teamwork makes the dreamwork! Be ready to participate in cooking, prepping food, washing the dishes, etc. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to cook or if you hate to wash the dishes, you can always swap the job with another crew member. When at sea, it’s important to use water and electricity conservatively. You may be asked to use water and electricity with moderation while out at the sea. Don’t worry about any sailing knowledge. The skipper will be there to ensure your safety and will give you precious tips on how to live on board. If you wish to learn how to sail or if you are an experienced sailor and want to help your skipper, they will be glad to operate the sails with you and teach you anything you want to know!

What about bad weather?

As the saying goes, “there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad preparation.” You can expect your guides to be fully prepared for anything. Inclement weather can always get in the way of climbing, but your guide will know the best spots to move to if the weather takes a turn. On the rare occasion of truly bad weather, your guide will present you with suitable alternatives. The most common practice is to move to a nearby location if it exists, or to reschedule your climbing to a more favorable day.

What about required equipment?

Personal climbing gear: Helmet Single rope 60/80 m Climbing hardware (quickdraws) Sport climbing single rope Belay device Chalk bag Harness with a locking carabiner Spare carabiners Climbing shoes shoes If you need to rent any gear, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements. Personal items: Pack large enough to carry all the items listed ( no rigid suitcases — make sure your suitcase is foldable to save space on board) Backpack for daily tours, climbs and hikes (35/45L) Hiking shoes (no sandals, the terrain is rough) Clothes for a week of sailing and climbing A warm pullover and a waterproof jacket A pair of long pants and a pair of shorts Bathing suit Bathing towel Water bottle Toiletries (sunscreen, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Sunglasses Camera — optional Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For this group adventure, the max client to guide ratio is 9:1, and cost is per person. Costs per person doesn’t decrease as the group grows. It takes a minimum of 5 people for the tour to operate. Climbing days can be arranged for bigger groups. Contact us prior to booking. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to climb on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has climbers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

A $550 deposit to secure your place is due upon booking . The remaining amount is paid 2 months (60 days) prior to departure. Secure your spot for 2025 with a 10% deposit! This tour gets sold out very quickly, but with early-bird booking, you’ll be the first one to know. Pick the month that suits you best and we’ll let you know once the dates are live—don’t risk missing out on your bucket list adventure! Only 10% of the total amount should be paid as a deposit upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another 57hours adventure in case the dates don’t suit you by the end of the year. Once the set dates for the following season are live, you can confirm your booking by the end of this year by paying another 20% of the total amount. The final balance is due 2 months (60 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancellation policy stated below applies. If the Client does not pay the remaining balance at the latest 2 months prior to the tour, the Guide reserves the right to cancel the Booking and retain the Client’s deposit. If the Client cancels… More than 45 (forty-five) calendar days prior to the start of the tour, the balance payment will be fully refunded. 45-30 (forty-five to thirty) calendar days prior to the start of the tour, Client is entitled to a 50% (fifty percent) refund of the balance payment. After that deadline, Client is not entitled to any refund. Cancellation requests must be made in writing. Payment for boat extras has to be paid in cash at boarding. If the Guide cancels a tour, Client who has booked the tour will receive a full refund of the amount paid to the Guide at the time of booking. The Guide will not refund any additional expenses incurred by the Client related to the tour (such as transportation tickets, hotels, etc.). Client will also have the option to apply the amount paid towards joining another tour. In the unfortunate event of tour cancellation caused by a force majeure event, including but not limited to natural calamities (e.g., storm, earthquake), political tensions, national disasters, medical emergencies, or any other cases beyond the Guide’s control, no refunds will be provided.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Salerno, most people fly into Naples International Airport (NAP) which is just about 30 minuted away from your meeting point in Pompeii. Once you get to Naples, you can rent a car or motorcycle, or take a shuttle to Pompeii. You’ll meet your guide at Marina di Stabbia on Day 1 and board the boat from 6 pm onwards.

Why should I book with 57hours?

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Covid measures on Amalfi Coast

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures on Amalfi Coast, Italy, please refer to the official website of the Government of Italy . Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

Sail and Rock Climb on the Amalfi Coast

Your Grand Tour starts at the Amalfi Coast. Affectionately known as Divina Costiera, the shoreline has been a mainstay attraction of Southern Italy since the 18th century. Today, the tradition is alive and well with lavish villas, Michelin-starred seafood restaurants, fragrant lemon gardens—and exquisite rock climbing.

For climbers seeking a unique itinerary, this glamorous coast is best enjoyed by land and sea. Aided by your trusty sailboat, you’ll combine the carefree pleasure of sailing the calm Mediterranean with the adrenaline rush of sport climbing and deep-water soloing.

Rock climb on the marvellous cliffs along the coast

Sailing into the majestic sunset in Sardinia.

A group of climbers and sailors posing on the ship

Set sail for paradise

Come for the glitz and spritz of seaside living, and stay for the relaxing atmosphere of Italian alleys and coffee shops.

Named after the historical town of Amalfi, this 55 km (34 mile) stretch of coastline comprises 13 colorful towns and villages scattered between secluded coves and scenic terraces. Here pine-covered mountains surge from the sea, sculpted stone steps connect tiny hamlets, and ancient relics of this wealthy maritime republic glimmer through lemon-scented streets and olive groves.

40°39′N AND 14°36′E
MEDITERRANEAN SUN
WORLD-CLASS CRAGS
UNPARALLELED VIEWS
WORLD HERITAGE SITE

Aerial View of Positano, Travel destination on the Amalfi coast, Southern Italy

Experience climbing like never before

PICK YOUR STYLE AND GRADE

Sail along the idyllic Amalfi Coast and sample the wide selection of single and multi-pitch climbs dotting the shoreline. Whether you’re an experienced climber or sending your first routes, you’ll luxuriate in the cracks and jugs of these limestone cliffs.

Due to the Sorrento Peninsula’s steep topography, sport climbing reigns supreme. Enjoy a rich selection of slabs, vertical faces, and overhanging walls kissed by the warm Mediterranean sun.

And don’t worry about packing a crash pad—deep water solo is the name of the game here! With the pristine turquoise waters shimmering under you, falling has never been so much fun.

Deep water solo above the stunning blue sea

CATCH THE WIND IN YOUR SAILS

Sailing gives you the unique opportunity to access the remotest coves and gnarliest cliffs with remarkable ease. Then, after a heart-pumping session on the rocks, you can just as easily take off for a sandy beach or refreshing cocktails in town.

No hassle, no worry—just smiles and good vibes.

A man climbing a vertical in the Amalfi coast

Sailboat will takes you from one climbing point to the other. Enjoy the sun and salty air as you sail along the spectacular coast

An unforgettable experience awaits

Countless delicacies and sights to savor

FEEL THE JOY OF LIFE EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

In the eyes of artists, travelers and dreamers, the feeling of adventure and freedom has always been inextricably linked to the pastel-colored towns and crystal-clear waters of the Amalfi Coast. Here a sense of playfulness permeates every facet of life.

You can see it in the delightful mix of Greek, Roman, and Moorish architecture, the sound of lapping waves and friendly chatter blending in the narrow streets, and most of all—in the warm hospitality of the locals. The Italian temperament enjoys a legendary reputation for a reason: friends are made every day and remembered forever.

Towns along the coast are quaint and full of history

REKINDLE YOUR ZEST FOR ADVENTURE

You’d better prime your taste buds, because you’re in for a treat! Southern Italy is renowned for its limoncello liqueur, made from lemons grown in opulent terraced gardens along the shoreline.

Take a stroll through Positano, Amalfi, or Ravello with a gelato in hand and find out why this lovely triumvirate of towns is considered a Shangri-La for honeymooners and rock climbers alike.

The vibrant boutiques and lemon-themed ceramics shops lining their streets add to the region’s timeless charm, while the rugged Lattari Mountains above make the call to adventure all the more irresistible.

Southern Italy is renowned for its limoncello liqueur, made from lemons grown in opulent terraced gardens along the shoreline.

All aboard the enchanting Amalfi Coast

During this week-long sailing tour, you’ll become part of a real swashbuckling crew and get a taste of the good life at sea.

As any captain worth his rum will tell you, cooperation and respect are key for a successful voyage. That means taking on your share of the workload—be it cooking, cleaning or washing up—for the good of the group.

Besides the stellar sport climbing, you’ll get to enjoy a wide variety of other activities at the Amalfi Coast. Take a long mountain hike, go spearfishing, try your hand at wakeboarding, or spend the night gazing up the starry sky. Whatever you do, remember the golden rule: stay safe and have fun!

SAIL EFFORTLESSLY
EXPLORE THE COAST
CLIMB MONTI LATTARI
CATCH YOUR SEAFOOD
FEEL THE CAMARADERIE

The group will have a chance to try out local traditional food

Thanks to ample coves and natural harbors, we can set anchor in all sorts of stunning settings. Photo courtesy of Lorenzo Pernigotti

Your guides

Outdoor sports have been a lifelong passion for Lorenzo Pernigotti, certified skipper and head of Vertical Sailing Tour. His love of travel and adventure has led him to create his own unique trips that combine sailing and climbing in Europe’s most beautiful destinations.

Alberto Trombetta is an UIAGM Mountain Guide and chief guide at Vertical Sailing Tour. From the dizzying peaks of Cerro Torre and Mont Blanc to the vast deserts of Saudi Arabia, he has traveled the world extensively in search of the perfect climb.

Your expert guides live and breathe outdoor adventures and are experienced in sailing, climbing, having fun, and handling any kind of emergency. With their guidance and easy-going attitude, you’re in for the experience of a lifetime.

Lorenzo Pernigotti is the head of the Vertical Sailing Tour and he is an enthusiastic guide for this Sardinia adventure.

Alberto Trombetta is the chief guide for this Sardinia climbing and sailing adventure.

I would totally recommend the Vertical Sailing Tour experience to any climbers, from the most passionate and advanced to the beginners and the ones that are curious to discover this amazing sport in the best way possible, on a sailing boat ! The team is very professional but above all fun, the best mix to have an incredible climbing experience in the best corners of Europe !

The idea of combining sailing and climbing together is brilliant…the nature always surrounds you, a real trip among nature and poetry! The staff is very competent, great food and lots of prosecco! A must do experience with the risk of not being able to live without it!

To me the Vertical Sailing Tour was the best way to experience Greece and the Amalfi Coast…two unforgettable experiences!

This Vertical Sailing Tour is the best thing since sliced bread and cheese ! A true dream come true!! Well thought out, organized and truly Awesome. From start to finish, professional, easy to work with, Tony and Lorenzo went out of their way to accommodate my needs.
And seriously what better group of people could you want to hangout with?
Great Time, Great People, Great Tour! Lifetime friends are just waiting to meet you on this adventure!

Awesome crew, vertical sailing is an incredible way to explore new cracks and having the full experience of the outdoors & bay surrounding. I had an inspiring and joyful time. Always again, thanks crew!

First off Lorenzo was not our guide. Alberto was and he was awesome!! Helpful and knowledgeable and hilarious! Had an excellent time on and off the boat. I have a cheese allergy and they were very helpful navigating that with me! Also not a great swimmer they were very helpful!