Il Cammino degli Aurunci

Overview:

The Aurunci Trail is a 5-day hike through the little-known Aurunci Mountains in southern Lazio, crossing two protected areas: Riviera di Ulisse Regional Park and Aurunci Mountains Regional Park.

What's Included

✔︎ 4 overnight stays with breakfast (B&B/ mountain refuge)
✔︎ 4 dinners
✔︎ 5 packed lunches
✔︎ English speaking hiking guide
✔︎ Shuttle bus from/back to Formia train station and our trek's start point
✔︎ Testimonium
✔︎ Logistical support provided by the Maremoto Sports Association

Not Included

✖︎ Food and drinks

Tour Price:

€ 395

Meeting Point:

FS Formia - Gaeta Train Station
04023 Formia, Province of Latina. I will be by the olive tree right outside the station.

Tour Time:

5 Days Trek: May 20th - May 24th

What to Expect:

⏺︎ Day 1: MINTURNO TO SPIGNO SATURNIA SUPERIORE Departure: Minturno Arrival: Spigno Saturnia Superiore Distance: 27.6 km Elevation gain: +703 m Our journey begins in the main square of Minturno, right below the Castle: two main streets, running parallel to each other, crossing the most characteristic part of the village. Once reached the coast and explored the Parco di Gianola, we'll begin the ascent towards Spigno Saturnia Superiore. ⏺︎ DAY 2: SPIGNO-SATURNIA SUPERIORE TO ACQUAVIVA-FORMIA Departure: Spigno Saturnia Superiore Arrival: Acquaviva – Formia Distance: 22.6 km Elevation gain: +1492 m The most demanding and most scenic stage of the trail! You will reach three peaks: Monte Petrella, Monte Sant’Angelo, and Monte Redentore. A fully mountain route along CAI trails. Overnight stay and meal at Rifugio Acquaviva, a beautiful traditional mountain hut with shared dormitory rooms. ⏺︎ DAY 3: ACQUAVIVA-FORMIA TO ITRI Departure: Acquaviva – Formia Arrival: Itri Borgo Distance: 21.4 km Elevation gain: +1035 m An ancient path, one of the old “snow routes,” winds beneath Monte Tuonaco to the Valle di Sciro, with its lunar landscape of karst sinkholes. The trail continues to the summit of Monte Ruazzo, offering stunning views of the sea and the Pontine Islands, including Ponza, Zannone, Palmarola, and the Circeo promontory. On the way to Itri Borgo, we will walk about 2 km along an ancient Roman-paved road, passing the ruins of the old Fortino di Sant’Andrea. ⏺︎ DAY 4: ITRI TO GAETA Start: Itri Finish: Gaeta Distance: 19 km Elevation gain: +498 m The final stage of the trail leads to Gaeta, my hometown, with clear views of the Gulf of Gaeta and the surrounding coastline. The path follows ancient roads and trails, passing Monte Orlando, the Montagna Spaccata, and old Bourbon fortifications. It descends toward the old town, crossing streets with local shops and traditional products, before reaching the Castello Angioino Aragonese, the endpoint of our journey - perfect place to relax and enjoy beautiful white sand beaches and slow-paced local life.

Cancellation Policy:

▪︎ For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time. ▪︎ If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. ▪︎ Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted. ▪︎ Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time. ▪︎ This experience requires good weather. ▪︎ If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund. ▪︎ This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. ▪︎ Children under

Important Information:

▪︎ Adeguate level of fitness and training required - despite not presenting technical difficulties, this can be a challenging trail ▪︎ Not wheelchair accessible ▪︎ Children must be 15 years old or older to participate in this tour ▪︎ Deposit required upon confirmation of availability: 100 € ▪︎ All service payments will be made directly to the providers at each facility, in line with the costs already included in the tour price ▪︎ This activity will have a maximum of 10 hikers