Moto Cilento
2 - 7 June 2025
Welcome
DAY 1 - June 2nd
ARRIVAL IN NAPLES
Our tour will start in Naples, a city with a legendary history, incredible architectural and cultural heritage, and beautiful natural landscapes.
Check in at the Grand Hotel Vesuvio *****.
In the late afternoon, we will visit the Santa Chiara convent and enjoy a very special private dinner at this stunning palace.
Santa Chiara Convent
Gothic austerity alongside colorful 18th-century majolica tiles, ancient roman ruins and artistic treasures are on display at the Santa Chiara Convent and monumental complex in Naples’ historic center.
Built in the early 14th century, Santa Chiara is a masterpiece of Provençal-Gothic architecture.
One of the highlights of visiting Santa Chiara is spending time in the peaceful cloister dating from the 1320s. Walking around this monumental cloister, you can see the elaborate and well-preserved fresco paintings dating from the first half of the 1600s. However, it’s difficult to ignore the allure of the colorful majolica tiles in the center of the cloister. This masterpiece of ceramic work is one of Naples’ most impressive artistic sights.
DAY 2 - June 3rd
Stage 1, DRIVE TO CILENTO
(about 185 km, 4½ hours drive)
If you're looking for a gorgeous almost tourist-free coastal gem to visit then the Cilento is for you!
A huge territory, where nature is truly wild, where the population is less than a hundred thousand, and in which rural traditions and a slow, very slow pace of everyday life are carefully preserved. Cilento is packed with historical and archaeological destinations, wildly untamed nature and gorgeous beaches.
Embark on an extraordinary journey at the discovery of Cilento, where the beauty of nature and the allure of the sea converge.
In the afternoon arrival and check in at the Savoy Hotel & Spa *****, where we will spend 3 nights.
ITINERARY:
9.00 Departure from the hotel
10.30-11.30 Visit to Montevergine Sanctuary
13.00-15.00 Lunch in Montella
16.30 Arrival at the hotel and check in
19.15 Shuttle to the Beach club and cocktail
20.00 Dinner at the beach club
Dress code: smart casual
Montevergine
A beautiful sacred site near Avellino imparts silence and a sense of peace. San Guglielmo (St. William) arrived on this mount looking for a place to pray and sensed God's presence here. Others arrived to follow his example, and a monastery was established.
The church is dedicated to the Virgin Mary (Monte virgine) and pilgrims come for the intriguing abbey, the stunning views, the interesting history and the sense of peacefulness found here.
The Madonna in the painting that is venerated is referred to locally as Mamma Schiavone, a term of endearment as mother; the schiavone refers to her being darker-skinned, humble, thereby relatable to the local population.
Montella
This charming town offers a glimpse into the country’s rich history and culture, and its beautiful surroundings make it a perfect destination for our first lunch stop.
We will savor its delicious cuisine, as Montella is famous for its culinary traditions, which are deeply rooted in the local culture. The town is renowned for its chestnuts, which are harvested in the surrounding forests and used in many traditional dishes, such as chestnut soup, chestnut risotto, and roasted chestnuts.
DAY 3 - June 4th
Stage 2, VALLO DI DIANO
(about 235 km, 3 hours and 45 minutes drive)
Our third day will bring us in the hearts of Cilento, a mountainous area furrowed by valleys where rivers flow into the Mar Tirreno, and the Vallo di Diano, a vast and fertile plateau, UNESCO MAB Biosphere Reserve area since 1997.
Our first stop will be at the Charterhouse of San Lorenzo in Padula, on the Vallo di Diano plateau, the largest monastic complex in Southern Italy and one of the most interesting in Europe for architectural magnificence and abundance of artistic treasures.
After lunch drive back to the hotel.
ITINERARY:
09.00 Departure from the hotel
11.00-12.00 Visit to the Charterhouse in Padula
13.30-15.30 Lunch in Rofrano
17.30 Back to the hotel
20.00 Dinner at the hotel
Dress code: Casual chic
Padula Charterhouse
The Charterhouse of St Lorenzo, in Padula, with its 250,000 square meters of gardens and yards and with over 320 rooms and halls is the largest Chartusian monastery in Europe. This outstanding monument was built in 1306, and is characterized by the refined and articulated architectural style.
During the past five centuries the original monastery has preserved the same structural scheme, even if every single part's been continuously enriched with new architectural parties, statues, gardens, works of art and craftsmanship, an immense library.
The Charterhouse was used as setting of the fairy-tale film "More than a miracle" (1967) with Sophia Loren and Omar Sharif.
Rofrano
Rofrano, with its streets that tell centuries-old stories, continues to be a valuable link in Cilento's historical landscape. Its architecture and history bear witness to a community that has withstood the passage of time, preserving its timeless charm.
In addition to evidence of the past, the village invites visitors to lose themselves in its narrow streets and discover the fascinating combination of history and contemporaneity.
We will have lunch in the restaurant Da Cono. A unique place of its kind. The structure exudes history and tradition from every single wooden beam, inside you will feel embraced by Cilento and every dish, every sip of wine will leave you inside a little bit of this fantastic land.
DAY 4 - June 5th
Stage 3, THE COASTAL ROUTE
(About 205 km , 4 hours and 45 minutes drive)
In the morning drive a few km to enjoy a special breakfast, based on dairy products from the area.
Then head to Palinuro, to experience the timeless allure of the Cilento Coast and create unforgettable memories amidst its stunning beaches, charming fishing villages rich history.
Embark on an extraordinary journey along the Cilento Coast, where the beauty of nature and the magnetism of the sea converge.
ITINERARY:
8.15 Departure from the hotel for a special breakfast at Tenuta Dispensa
8.30 - 9.30 Experience how to make mozzarella and breakfast
11.00-12.00 Coffee break in Pioppi
13.15-15.30 Lunch at Torre Punta Galera
17.15 Back to the hotel
20.00 Dinner at the hotel
Dress code: smart casual
Dispensa
The process of making mozzarella cheese is a fascinating blend of art and science, dating back to ancient times. With operations that have been repeated since centuries, the cheesemaker every day, as in a religious ritual, reenacts the gestures of docking. You will have the chance to participate in the process and then have a special breakfast with the local dairy products.
Pioppi
The small town is a seaside destination of about 300 inhabitants. Pioppi offers a rocky beach that stretches for the entire length of the town.
The town welcomed important and distinguished guests, such as physiologists Ancel Keys and Martti Karvonen and cardiologist Jeremiah Stamler, who carried out research into interaction between diet and cardiovascular disease. Ancel Keys has lived in Pioppi for 40 years to study the dietary habits of the inhabitants. He is unanimously recognised as the theorist of the Mediterranean diet.
Tenuta Punta Galera
Tenuta Punta Galera was born in symbiosis with the surrounding nature, twenty hectares of Mediterranean scrub overlooking the crystal clear sea of Palinuro, in the heart of the Cilento National Park.
Surrounded by Aleppo pines, centuries-old olive trees, citrus groves and vineyards. A wonderful, unique setting, enhanced by the song of cicadas and the ethereal music of the sea.
On one side a beautiful bay, with beaches that are among the most beautiful in Italy, on the other "Punta Galera" one of the ends of the imposing Palinuro cliffs and, overlooking the sea, the ancient watchtower from 1500, Torre del Giudeo, where we will enjoy our lunch.
DAY 5 - June 6th
PAESTUM AND THE AMALFI COAST
On our last day, we will leave Cilento to head towards the Amalfi Coast.
In the morning we will visit the Paestum temples and afterwards we will get onboard for a cruise towards the Amalfi Coast.
Overnight stay at the Amalfi Coast and farewell party!
Paestum
The ancient city of Paestum is home to some of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world.
Standing before the magnificent temples of Paestum is a humbling experience. These imposing temples have endured wars, earthquakes, Saracen pirate attacks, pillaging, abandonment and neglect to stand on this spot for over 2,500 years. Walking among the ancient stone streets of Paestum is a rare chance to step back in time to see Italy’s Greek and Roman heritage.
Walking through the ruins at Paestum and gazing up at the marvellous temples never fails to impress. There is a silence that fills the air, adding a sense of solemnity to the austere ruins of these impressive Greek temples.
Amalfi coast
Italy is a place of immense natural beauty and historical interest, and on cruises to the Amalfi Coast, you'll see it at its finest. With its rocky cliffs, gelato-colored houses, and crystal-clear waters, it's no wonder that this region is one of the most popular in the world.
Enjoy the quintessential Mediterranean experience as you sail the Amalfi Coast, with glorious scenery in every direction.
POMPEI - OPTIONAL PROGRAMME
We are organising an optional trip to Pompei for those who never had the chance to visit that unique venue.
Should you be interested in adding this tour to the trip, please let us know.
TERMS AND REGULATION
We are eager to have you onboard! If you have any question and would like to participate in the event, please contact:
WayMatters
Via Principe Eugenio 30 - 20155 Milan - Italy
Email: info@waymatters.it
We will be happy to answer any question you may have regarding the tour, and to register you as a participant.
Package price: 13.200 Euro (10.909 Euro + VAT) per car.
The price is per vehicle and based on two people sharing one hotel room.
The entry fee covers full hospitality, from the welcome reception on June 2nd until departure on June 7th after breakfast. The entry fee includes: food & beverage, accommodation for 5 nights, welcome package, logistics, technical support, and professional photographers.
Please note that transportation costs to and from the event are not included in the price.
Programme may be subject to changes without notice.
