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Pollino National Park and Maratea Coast
Basilicata
Italy
Your trip begins in Pollino National Park in southern Italy. Comprised within the provinces of Cosenza, Matera and Potenza, the park is the largest in the country and stretches over 1820 km. It takes its name from its highest peak, the Pollino Massif. Founded in 1992, the park includes both natural and archaeological points of interest. The symbol of Pollino National Park is the Bosnian Pine, as this park is one of last places this species can be found in Italy.
Along the way you traverse mainly mountain territory, which is comprised of three main mountain systems. The highest peaks of the park include Serra Dolcedorme (2,267m), Mt. Pollino (2,248m), Serra del Prete (2,181m), Serra delle Ciavole (2,127m), and Serra di Crispo (2,053m).
Animals and humans both inhabit the park, as it is home to both villages and great expanses of nature. Throughout your journey keep a keen eye out for the Gold Eagle, the Apennine Wold, the Roe Deer, the Black Woodpecker, the Eagle Owl and the Raven.
Once you arrive at the coast, take the time to appreciate the coastal beauty of Maratea, located on the Tyrrenian Coast. This coast is a 30 km stretch that breaks out from the verdant landscape of Pollino National Park. The Tyrrenian Coast has yet to be discovered by major tourist markets and its sight can only be described as a small corner of paradise. Surrounded by mountains and a mantel of wood, Maratea’s natural surroundings provide a stunning backdrop to a town also rich in history and culture. Uncontaminated nature, intense light and panoramas will leave you with enchanting memories of this exploration of Basilicata on foot.
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Walking Tour
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Viggianello
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Airport:
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Lamezia Terme, Salerno, Bari, Naples
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Transfer:
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train to Viggianello (not included)
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Trip Brochure (PDF) 
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2013
Rates include:
6 nights in 3* unique accommodations, all breakfast and 3 dinners, information material, maps and road book, guided excursion on Day 3
| A | 2013 | 7 day walking tour | 7d / 6n | €630 | $819 |
Transfer and Other Options:
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Transfer from Viggianello
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Single supplement
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$156
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Tour Dates for 2013
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2013
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01/01
- 12/31
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7d / 6n
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7 day walking tour
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Reserve
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arrival can be any day of the week
Guided Tours for 2012: June 22 and July 13
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Rates do not include:
Lunches, 3 dinners, drinks, gratuities
Day 1 Pollino National Park
Independent arrival to the Pollino National Park (2 hours drive from the closest airport) and settled in at your hotel in Viggianello. Light walk around the village, dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2 Serra di Crispo
Excursion in the “heart” of the Pollino Park. You will follow a path through the forest along the abandoned “Rueping.” This is an Austrian railway line that was used, in the 19th century, to transport trains carrying tree trunks. After passing a little lake called "Lago Fondo" you will reach Pietra Castello (1750 m.) where you will see the first Loricato (Bosnian) Pines. From here you go up to the Grande Porta del Pollino (the Great Door) at 1958 m., to the Serra di Crispo summit (mt. 2056) known as the “Garden of Gods”. Back to the farmhouse, dinner and overnight stay.
6.5 h. Length: 12 km. Grade: moderate to high Height difference: 678 m.
Day 3 Pollino Patriarchs
Today you will reach the peak of Monte Pollino, the second highest summit in the Park. You cross a beech tree area with a view of the rocky shore full of Bosnian Pines. Here it is possible to see Eagles and the Pilgrim Hawke. Back to the Hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
6.5 h. Length: 14 km. Grade: moderate/high Height difference: 771 m
Day 4 Tyrrhenian Coast: Maratea
Transfer to Maratea and get settled in at your Hotel.
Self guided excursion to the San Biagio Mount and the Redeemer statue, with a breathtaking panorama of the cliffs and coves along the coast. You descend on foot into the countryside along a paved path to visit the historic centre. Free time to enjoy the beautiful centre of Maratea. Overnight stay.
3 h. Grade: easy
Day 5 Black Beach
Easy excursion moving from the historic centre alleyways. Walking on the west side of San Biagio Mountain you will see the contrast between the green and blue of the sea, with a nice view from the Policastro gulf to the Cirella island in Calabria.
The route follows an old path linking different little churches and chapels among which is an important one called Madonna della Pietà. The final destinations of this route are the Maratea Caves and the famous “Spiaggia Nera” (the Black Beach) where the volcanic black sand fades into the the dark blue of the sea.
3 h. Grade: easy
Day 6 Rest Day or 'flying' on Trecchina
Today you can have a Rest, having a swim in the blue sea in one of the Maratea beaches, or walking starting from the nearby village of Trecchina. From the main square with the leaning tower of the church, continue along the street lined with Liberty-style houses , that brings you to the beautiful Forraina Chapel. From here you will follow the path that pilgrims, carrying the statue of the Virgin Mary to the Sanctuary, walk along every year. From the top you will see the Noce river valley, the Tyrrhenian sea, Mount Sirino and Pollino. Back to the village on the same path. Return to Maratea. Overnight stay.
4 h. Grade: easy
Day 7 End of trip
The trip ends after breakfast
Meeting:
Viggianello
Airport:
Lamezia Terme, Salerno, Bari, Naples
Transfer:
train to Viggianello (not included)
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Easy to moderate - 2 to 7 hrs per day
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Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. Passport Note(a) Italy is. more
The weather is pleasant from spring to fall (cooler in Pollino National Park)
Clothes
You will need a hat: it protects you from 70% of sun rays that hit you on head and neck, better with a 10 cm brim, as to protect also ears, nose face and neck. It is particularly important for children to avoid
sunstroke.
Singlet, shirts, blouses, sweaters, wind cheater jackets (Gore-Tex), linen or cloth trousers, ideal for walking, shorts, cotton socks, bathing costume. For tours from January to April, and from October to
December, take warm clothes.
Finally you will need trekking shoes (with a good strength in ankle and antiskid sole as Vibram type), tennis or sandals for evening.
Accessories
Sunglasses, sunscreen, a big water-bottle (2 litres) with spout, Swiss knife (or similar), bag for packet lunch, personal toilet kit, hygienic paper, a trash bag for litter and for protecting your things inside the
knapsack. Sunglasses with good protection are extremely important and we suggest you to dress them often.
Personal Medicine
Take with you your usual medicines for pain (aspirin and anti-inflammatory), elastic adhesive bands (Elastoplast), adhesive plasters and disinfectant, protection for blisters.
Medical Visit
It is essential you are healthy before your trip, in order to enjoy it to the fullest! If some time has passed since you did not have seen your doctor, this is the right occasion to go, explaining the type of travel
you are going to do, the altitude, difficulty and climate, in order to leave in absolute tranquillity. You don’t need any vaccination. We advise you to check the validity of your tetanus injection in case it is expired
*Important Notice: The following ratings have been submitted by guests and do not necessarily represent the views of Hidden Trails, its partners or employees.
Every care is taken to ensure accuracy but Hidden Trails is not liable for any errors or omissions.
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Easy to moderate - 2 to 7 hrs per day
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Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Note
(a) Italy is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement. (b) The regulations stated below also apply to San Marino and the Vatican City.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays of up to 90 days.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements
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Yes |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
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No |
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No |
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No |
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This information is not being updated on a regular basis. Hidden Trails does not
take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Pollino National Park and Maratea Coast
Tour Code:
ZZ-HK-FV01
7 days /
6 nights
~$819.00
Dates :
March to Nov
Trip Rating :
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
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Easy
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Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
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Easy to Moderate
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An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured
activity is recommended.
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Moderate
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Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with
some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and
you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
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Demanding
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You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or
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Strenuous
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Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc.. |
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Easy to moderate - 2 to 7 hrs per day
Airport:
Lamezia Terme, Salerno, Bari, Naples
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