Day 1: Arrival via Naples to the island of Ischia

Make your own way to Naples-Capodichino Airport, pick-up at the airport and transfer to the ferry port, ferry crossing to Ischia, pick-up at the port and transfer to the hotel; on arrival you’ll be welcomed by the hotel management.

Book your flights independently, or through us on request!

Day 2: East Coast walk

In the morning, pick-up by minibus and transfer to the start point. There you’ll be welcomed by our walking guide and geologist Aniello di Iorio. From Barano the path leads to the 135.000-year-old Campagnano massif, past rows of volcanic craters to the pilgrimage church Madonna di Montevergine.

It points the way to the wild and romantic Scarrupata cliffs, with glorious views of the sea. Continue through well-tended orchards and vineyards to Piano Liguori with far-reaching views over the Gulf of Naples. After a rest at a rustic wine cellar, the walk ends near Campagnano (walking time approx. 4 hrs, 250 metres of ascent).

Day 3: GEO walk Enchanted Forest

At the start of the walk you’ll see St. Angelo, Forio and the entire west side of the island from a bird’s-eye view!

The high-level path leads through shady acacia and chestnut woods with bizarre rocks, enchanting rock dwellings and snow pits. Enjoy local Ischian produce and house wine with panoramic views of Forio in the rustic mountain restaurant by the pilgrimage church St. Maria al Monte.

Descent through vineyards and gardens to Forio (walking time approx. 4 hrs, 150 metres of ascent).

Day 4: Day at leisure

Your free day invites you to relax by the hotel’s own pool, explore the nearby beaches and the town. Experience the holiday island of Ischia with its museums and shopping opportunities, take a tour of the island by public bus, or enjoy a soak in the thermal waters at the thermal and wellness gardens.

Day 5: Epomeo summit walk

Above the mountain village of Serrara at around 500 m, the ascent to the island’s highest mountain begins.

On a panoramic path affording breathtaking views of Forio, the climb begins.

It continues along shady forest paths, through a sea of rocks, past striking rock formations and finally over a broad mountain ridge to Epomeo. At the summit you’re rewarded with a wonderful 360° panorama.

After a break at the summit restaurant, the descent to Fontana begins (walking time approx. 3 hrs, 250 metres of ascent).

Day 6: Wine walk West

This tour starts in the village of Panza and leads you into the southwest of the island of Ischia.

As you cross the large volcanic crater "Campotese" and pass wine terraces within it, you’ll learn about viticulture. Continue along a fissure in the earth towards the sea to the bays of Pelara and Sorgeto.

The tour ends with a wine tasting in the ancient Greek wine cellar, the "Antica Fattoria Greca" (walking time approx. 3 hrs, 70 metres of ascent).

Day 7: Volcano walk

The walk begins in Casamicciola on the flanks of the Rotaro volcano. You’ll see the effects of the island’s powerful volcanic forces and get to know several volcanoes and how they are structured.

Inside the volcanic crater you’ll make a circuit and feel the warm gases – the fumaroles. Landscapes shaped by volcanoes are greened by oak woods, myrtle and tree heath. Numerous geological features line the way: volcanic domes, obsidian rocks, etc.

The tour ends near Fiaiano with a rest at the Restaurant Bellavista and views of Vesuvius (walking time approx. 4 hrs, 200 metres of ascent).

Day 8: Departure

After breakfast transfer to the island port, ferry to the mainland and transfer to Naples Airport; return flight to Germany independently.

Discover Ischia on foot: travel via Naples, with a ferry crossing and transfer to your base hotel with a thermal spa in Casamicciola. Guided walks with a German-speaking geologist lead to the east coast, through acacia and chestnut woods, up Mount Epomeo, to crater landscapes with fumaroles, and into the south-west with wine tasting. One free day for the beach, thermal gardens or an island tour. Suitable for those of average fitness; the hotel manager speaks German.

Flights are not included in the price; book your flights independently. Other public transport is payable locally.