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2 — 6 April2028
April 2 – 6, 2028

Ravello & the Amalfi Coast

A birthday celebration for Sigrun among the cliffside gardens, infinity pools, and Michelin-starred terraces of Italy's most enchanting hilltop village.

4 Nights Luxury Stay Birthday April 5 Zurich → Naples
At a Glance

Trip Overview

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Zurich → Naples

1h 45min direct flights via SWISS or easyJet

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Ravello, Campania

A hilltop jewel 350m above the Tyrrhenian Sea

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Sigrun's Birthday

April 5 — spa, sunset walk, Michelin star dinner

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Golf Day

18 holes at Golf Club Volturno near Naples

Getting There

Flights & Transfers

Direct flights from Zurich to Naples run daily on SWISS and easyJet, with a flight time of just 1 hour 45 minutes.

Outbound — Sunday, April 2

ZRH
Zurich
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NAP
Naples
SWISS (LX 1772) 09:15 → 11:00
easyJet (U2 4463) 11:45 → 13:30
Flight time 1h 45min
Price estimate CHF 120–250 pp

Return — Thursday, April 6

NAP
Naples
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ZRH
Zurich
SWISS (LX 1773) 16:45 → 18:30
easyJet (U2 4464) 14:15 → 16:00
Flight time 1h 45min
Price estimate CHF 120–250 pp

Naples Airport → Ravello Transfers

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Private Car (Recommended)

€130–180

Mercedes E-Class or S-Class. Door-to-door in approximately 75 minutes. Driver meets you at arrivals. The most comfortable and reliable option.

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Ferry via Salerno

€25–40 pp

Train NAP → Salerno (35 min), then seasonal ferry to Amalfi (35 min), then bus/taxi to Ravello. Scenic but less direct; best in summer.

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Helicopter

from €1,850

VIP transfer for up to 4 passengers. Naples to Ravello in just 20 minutes. Ultimate luxury arrival. Book via Hoverfly Transfers.

Recommendation: Book a private car transfer with a reputable service like Dolce Vita Limousine or Sorrento Limo. They'll meet you at Naples arrivals and drive the stunning coastal road to Ravello. The drive itself — winding above the sea — is part of the experience.
Where to Stay

Hotel Recommendation

Ravello's finest hotels are perched on the clifftop with sweeping views of the Amalfi coastline — each one is extraordinary.

Top Pick

Caruso, A Belmond Hotel

An 11th-century palazzo with the most famous infinity pool in the world

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Infinity Pool

Perched at 300m, seeming to merge with the sea and sky

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Spa & Wellness

Full-service spa with treatments using local ingredients

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Belvedere Restaurant

Mediterranean cuisine on the coast's most famous terrace

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Heritage Gardens

Century-old gardens with aromatic herbs and rose bushes

Housed in an 11th-century palazzo once owned by Roman nobility, the Belmond Hotel Caruso is Ravello's most iconic address. Its heated infinity pool, seemingly floating between sky and sea, has become one of Italy's most recognisable images. Rooms blend period elegance — vaulted ceilings, original frescoes — with every modern luxury. The Belvedere restaurant serves Chef Armando Aristarco's Dieta Mediterranea cuisine on a candlelit terrace with uninterrupted coastal views. For Sigrun's birthday, this is the gold standard.

€900 – €2,200 per night (April rates, room dependent)

Alternative Options

Palazzo Avino

€650 – €1,800 / night

A 12th-century palazzo with 43 sumptuous rooms, rooftop pool, Rossellini's Michelin-starred restaurant, and a private beach club. Home to Ravello's finest fine dining.

Hotel Villa Cimbrone

€500 – €1,500 / night

Set within Ravello's most famous gardens with the legendary Terrace of Infinity. Just 19 rooms. Greta Garbo's favourite hideaway. Il Flauto di Pan restaurant. Note: typically opens mid-April — confirm availability for April 2.

Hotel Parsifal

€150 – €350 / night

A charming 13th-century former Augustinian convent with 17 rooms, beautiful cloister, and panoramic terraces. Intimate and more affordable, but still pure Ravello magic.

Villa Fraulo

€160 – €400 / night

Elegant 4-star hotel steps from Villa Rufolo in Ravello's heart. Former noble residence with pool, spa, restaurant, and included breakfast. Excellent value.

Day by Day

Your Itinerary

Four days of coastal magic, from clifftop gardens to candlelit dinners above the sea.

01

Sunday, April 2

Arrival Day — Zurich to Ravello
09:15
Depart Zurich (ZRH)
SWISS flight to Naples. Grab a window seat on the left side for views of the Alps giving way to the Italian coast.
11:00
Arrive Naples (NAP)
Private car transfer waiting at arrivals. The 75-minute drive to Ravello winds through Salerno province and up the dramatic coastal road.
12:30
Check in & Settle In
Arrive at Hotel Caruso. Explore the gardens, take in the view from the infinity pool terrace, and decompress from the journey.
15:00
Explore Ravello's Piazza
A gentle walk through the Piazza Vescovado, the Duomo di Ravello, and the charming side streets. Stop for an espresso and people-watching.
19:30
Dinner: Cumpa' Cosimo
Start the trip with an authentic, no-frills Italian experience at this legendary family trattoria. Chef Netta Bottone has been cooking here for 70+ years. Order the piatto misto della casa to sample seven of her famous primi. A Gore Vidal and Jackie O favourite.
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Monday, April 3

Golf & Gardens
07:30
Breakfast at the Hotel
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the Belvedere terrace with views stretching to Salerno.
08:30
Golf: Drive to Golf Club Volturno
Private car picks up Martin for the 75-minute drive north toward Castel Volturno. Sigrun has the morning free — pool, spa, or a relaxed wander through town.
10:00 – 14:00
18 Holes at Golf Club Volturno
A beautiful par-71 course over 50 hectares of dunes and pine woods near the coast. The first nine holes weave through pine forest; the back nine open up along sandy seaside terrain. Green fee: approx. €55 weekday. Quick lunch at the clubhouse.
15:30
Return to Ravello & Villa Rufolo
Reunite and visit Villa Rufolo — the 13th-century estate whose cliff-hanging gardens inspired Wagner's Parsifal. The view from the Terrace of Infinity is one of Italy's most unforgettable. Admission: €10 pp.
17:00
Villa Cimbrone Gardens
A 10-minute walk from the piazza leads to the gardens of Villa Cimbrone and the famous Terrazza dell'Infinito — a belvedere lined with marble busts above a sheer 300m drop. Admission: €10 pp.
19:30
Dinner: Ristorante Belvedere at Hotel Caruso
Dine at your own hotel's renowned terrace restaurant. Chef Armando Aristarco's Mediterranean tasting menu with candlelit views over the coast. Perfect for a relaxed evening after a full day.
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Tuesday, April 4

Positano & the Coast by Boat
08:00
Breakfast at Hotel
Fuel up for a day of coastal exploration.
09:30
Transfer to Amalfi Harbour
A scenic 20-minute drive (or 30-minute bus ride) down to Amalfi town. Stop to admire the Duomo di Amalfi and its famous staircase.
10:30
Private Boat to Positano
Board a private boat (or the public ferry, ~€10 pp) along the coast from Amalfi to Positano. Pass the Emerald Grotto, hidden coves, and dramatic cliff formations. The sea perspective of this coastline is extraordinary. Private boat: ~€300–500 for a half day.
12:00
Explore Positano
Wander the pastel-coloured houses cascading down to the beach. Browse the boutiques along Via dei Mulini. Pick up handmade sandals — Positano's speciality.
13:00
Lunch: Seafood on the Beach
Enjoy a light seafood lunch at one of Positano's beachfront restaurants. Fresh catch of the day, lemon-dressed salads, and chilled Falanghina wine with your feet practically in the sand.
15:30
Return to Ravello
Boat back to Amalfi, then car up to Ravello. Afternoon rest by the infinity pool.
20:00
Dinner: La Sponda at Le Sirenuse, Positano
If you fall in love with Positano, consider returning for an extraordinary evening. Hundreds of candles, live mandolin music, and Michelin-recognised Mediterranean cuisine by Chef Gennaro Russo. Minimum spend €150 pp. Book well in advance. Alternatively, dine at Salvatore Ravello 1958 — excellent seafood with panoramic views, right in Ravello.
Timing note: La Sponda in Positano requires a 40-minute drive from Ravello in the evening. If you prefer to stay local after a day of boating, Salvatore Ravello 1958 is an excellent alternative — great seafood, artistic presentation, and a terrace with sweeping views.
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Wednesday, April 5

Sigrun's Birthday
08:30
Birthday Breakfast on the Terrace
A special morning: order room service or dine on the Belvedere terrace. Fresh pastries, local fruits, burrata, and prosecco to start the day. Ask the hotel to arrange a small birthday setup — they're known for personal touches.
10:00
Spa Morning
A full morning of pampering at the hotel spa. Treatments using locally sourced lemon and olive ingredients. Book a couples' treatment — massage, facial, or a signature Amalfi Coast ritual. Allow 2–3 hours to fully unwind.
13:00
Leisurely Poolside Lunch
Light lunch by the infinity pool. Caprese salad, fresh pasta, a glass of rosé — the pool seemingly merging with the horizon below.
15:30
Birthday Walk Through Ravello
A relaxed afternoon stroll through the village. Visit artisan ceramics shops, stop for a gelato in the piazza, and revisit the gardens at golden hour when the light over the coast is magical.
17:30
Sunset Aperitivo
Pre-dinner drinks on the hotel terrace or at a cafe overlooking the coast. Watch the sun set over the Tyrrhenian Sea — one of the most beautiful sunsets in Italy.
20:00
Birthday Dinner: Rossellini's at Palazzo Avino
The crown jewel of the trip. Ravello's only Michelin-starred restaurant, set on a breathtaking terrace at Palazzo Avino. The evening begins with champagne and canapés in the garden below, followed by Chef Gianni Vanacore's exquisite tasting menu of refined Campanian cuisine. Impeccable service, extraordinary views, unforgettable food. This is the one. Book at least 2–3 months in advance.
Birthday touches: Call Rossellini's ahead to mention it's a birthday celebration — they'll prepare something special. Also ask Hotel Caruso to arrange flowers or a cake in the room for when you return from dinner.
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Thursday, April 6

Departure Day — Morning in Minori
08:00
Final Breakfast & Pack
One last breakfast on the terrace. Soak in the view — you'll want to remember this.
09:00
Morning Walk to Minori
Take the ancient stone stairway down from Ravello to Minori (about 20 minutes, 1,000+ steps). This tiny fishing village is the Amalfi Coast's pastry capital. Head straight to Sal De Riso — the legendary pasticceria famous for ricotta e pera cake and delizia al limone. Pick up some pastries for the journey home.
10:00
Seafood Brunch: Trattoria Da Lorenzo, Scala
If time allows, a quick stop at this family-run gem across the valley from Ravello. Lorenzo and his son Luca serve the freshest seafood on the coast — traditional preparations, beautiful terrace, honest prices. A perfect farewell meal.
11:30
Check Out & Transfer to Naples
Private car from Ravello to Naples airport. Allow 90 minutes for the drive plus check-in time.
16:45
Depart Naples (NAP)
SWISS flight back to Zurich, arriving 18:30. Home by evening with memories of one of Italy's most magical places.
Alternative departure: If you take the earlier easyJet flight (14:15), skip Minori and depart Ravello by 11:00. The SWISS afternoon flight gives you a more relaxed morning.
Dining

Restaurant Guide

From Michelin-starred terraces to family-run trattorias, the best tables in Ravello and along the coast.

1 Michelin Star

Rossellini's

Palazzo Avino, Ravello
Ravello's finest table. Chef Gianni Vanacore's refined Campanian tasting menu, served on a terrace with staggering coastal views. The evening begins with champagne in the garden. Dinner only; closed November–March.
€€€€ Advance booking essential Dinner only
Fine Dining

Ristorante Belvedere

Hotel Caruso, Ravello
Chef Armando Aristarco's Mediterranean Dieta Mediterranea cuisine on Ravello's most famous terrace, next to the iconic infinity pool. Multi-course set menus with seasonal, local ingredients. Candlelit and romantic.
€€€ Hotel guests: reserve at check-in 7:30–10:30pm
Romantic

La Sponda

Le Sirenuse, Positano
Hundreds of candles lit nightly, live mandolin music, and Chef Gennaro Russo's Mediterranean cuisine overlooking Positano's colourful cascade. Minimum spend €150 pp. One of Italy's most romantic dining experiences.
€€€€ Advance booking essential 40 min drive from Ravello
Views & Fine Dining

Il Flauto di Pan

Villa Cimbrone, Ravello
Gourmet Mediterranean dining within the legendary Villa Cimbrone gardens. Organic ingredients from the estate's own kitchen garden. Formerly Michelin-noted. The terrace views at sunset are jaw-dropping.
€€€ Reserve in advance Check seasonal opening
Classic Trattoria

Cumpa' Cosimo

Piazza Roma, Ravello
An institution since the 1950s. Chef Netta Bottone's home cooking has drawn everyone from Gore Vidal to Jackie O. The piatto misto — seven sampler-sized portions of primi — is legendary. Unpretentious, warm, and deeply authentic.
€€ Walk-in or reserve same day Closed Mon (winter)
Seafood & Views

Salvatore Ravello 1958

Via della Repubblica, Ravello
Elegant hilltop restaurant with panoramic sea views, open kitchen, and creative Campanian seafood. Known for artistic presentation, excellent grilled octopus, and unusual artisan breads. A strong local favourite.
€€€ Reserve recommended Closed Mon (winter)
Seafood Gem

Trattoria Da Lorenzo

Scala (10 min from Ravello)
A family-run treasure in the valley below Ravello. Lorenzo and his son Luca serve impeccably fresh seafood in traditional Amalfi style. Beautiful outdoor terrace with views of Ravello above. Local wines from Ravello, Tramonti, and Furore.
€€ Call ahead to reserve Tue–Sun, seasonal
Pastry & Cafe

Sal De Riso

Minori
The Amalfi Coast's most celebrated pasticceria. Salvatore De Riso's ricotta e pera, delizia al limone, and sfogliatella are legendary. A must-stop for a late-morning pastry on departure day. Take a box home.
€ No reservation needed 20 min walk from Ravello
On the Course

Golf

The Amalfi Coast isn't a golf destination — but there's a solid 18-hole course within reasonable driving distance.

Golf Club Volturno

Castel Volturno, near Naples — the Campania region's premier 18-hole course

18
Holes
71
Par
5,889m
Length
€55
Weekday Green Fee
~75 min
Drive from Ravello

Golf Club Volturno winds over 50 hectares of undulating terrain rich in dunes and water hazards. The front nine weave through atmospheric pine woods — Mediterranean pines towering overhead — while the back nine open up along sandy coastal terrain closer to the sea. The course is part of the Golden Tulip Resort Marina di Castello, so you can grab lunch at the clubhouse after your round.


Plan for April 3: Depart Ravello at ~08:30 by private car. Tee time around 10:00. Finish by 14:00, lunch at the club, and return to Ravello by 15:30 — in time to explore Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone in the afternoon golden light.


Other options: Golf Club Salerno in Pontecagnano (9-hole, driving range, 40 km from Amalfi) and Mirabella Golf Club in Avellino province (9-hole, 90 min from Ravello) are alternatives, but Volturno is the clear pick for an enjoyable 18-hole round.

Costs

Budget Estimate

A detailed breakdown for two people, four nights. Prices in euros with a conservative-to-generous range.

Category Details Conservative Generous
Flights ZRH ↔ NAP return, 2 passengers (SWISS economy) €450 €900
Hotel Belmond Caruso, 4 nights, double room €3,600 €8,800
Airport Transfers Private car NAP ↔ Ravello, 2 trips €260 €360
Local Transport Private car to golf, boat trip, taxis €400 €800
Golf Green fee, cart, lunch at clubhouse €100 €150
Dining 4 dinners + lunches (incl. Rossellini's birthday dinner) €800 €1,600
Spa Couples treatment (birthday), Hotel Caruso spa €200 €500
Activities Villa Rufolo, Villa Cimbrone, boat trip, museum €100 €200
Miscellaneous Tips, drinks, shopping, souvenirs, pastries €200 €500
Conservative Total
€6,110
€3,055 per person
Generous Total
€13,810
€6,905 per person
Midrange Estimate
€9,500
€4,750 per person
Budget notes: The hotel is by far the largest variable. Choosing Palazzo Avino or Villa Cimbrone instead of Hotel Caruso could save €500–1,500 over 4 nights while still being extraordinary. April is shoulder season on the Amalfi Coast, which means slightly lower rates than peak summer and thinner crowds — ideal timing. All estimates are in euros; for CHF, add approximately 5–8%.