Amalfi Coast Boat Tour: Salerno to Positano & Amalfi Small Group

Summary

Sail the amalfi coast from salerno with prosecco stops in positano and amalfi

You’ll board a small boat in Salerno with just 12 people and cruise past colorful villages along the Amalfi Coast. Swim straight off the boat, snack on caprese sandwiches under the sun, explore both Amalfi and Positano for an hour each, and share limoncello with your crew before heading home salty-haired and smiling.

What’s the experience like?

“You’re not seasick yet?” That’s what our skipper asked as we left Salerno behind, the port still waking up and someone’s radio drifting over the water. The boat was smaller than I pictured — just twelve of us, so you end up talking to everyone, even if you don’t mean to. Our hostess handed out prosecco right away (before 10am, but who’s counting?) and pointed out Vietri sul Mare, all those pastel houses stacked like someone spilled a box of chalk. There was this salty tang in the air that clung to your skin — I kept licking my lips without realizing.

I didn’t expect how close we’d get to the coast. You could see laundry flapping on tiny balconies in Cetara, and at Maiori, an old man waved from his fishing boat. We stopped twice for swimming — water colder than I thought it’d be for June. My friend tried snorkeling but mostly just floated around laughing because she lost her mask (the crew fished it out with a net — everyone clapped). Lunch was caprese sandwiches and sweet peaches; honestly, eating mozzarella while bobbing near Furore felt weirdly fancy. Someone spilled limoncello on their shorts later but nobody cared.

We had about an hour each in Amalfi and Positano. In Amalfi I wandered up to the cathedral steps — bells ringing somewhere above me — and watched two old ladies argue over whose granita stand was better (I picked one at random; tasted like lemons and sunburn). Positano is steeper than it looks in photos; my calves are still mad at me. I bought a postcard I’ll probably never send.

The ride back felt slower somehow, or maybe that was just the sun making everyone sleepy. Crew passed around one last limoncello shot (which tasted more like lemonade after all that salt air). The guide told us a story about pirates hiding along these cliffs — not sure if it was true but I liked believing it for a minute. Sometimes I replay that afternoon when city noise gets too much — just blue water, laughter, and sticky fingers from peaches.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Amalfi Coast boat tour with stops

• Meet at Molo Manfredi, Salerno
• Board typical gozzo boat
• Welcome prosecco toast
• Sail along Amalfi Coast villages
• Stop for swimming and snorkeling
• Enjoy sandwich, fruit, and drinks
• One-hour stop in Amalfi town
• One-hour stop in Positano town
• Return sail to Salerno with surprise
• Arrive back at Salerno port

Top questions

How long does the Amalfi Coast boat tour from Salerno last?

The tour departs around 9:15am from Salerno and returns by 5:00pm.

Are food and drinks included on this day trip?

Yes, you get a caprese sandwich lunch, fruit, prosecco toast, water, soft drinks, and limoncello.

How many people are on the boat?

The group size is limited to 12 guests plus crew.

Do we stop for swimming during the tour?

Yes, there are two swimming stops along the coast where you can snorkel or relax in the water.

Is there time to visit both Amalfi & Positano?

You get about one hour free time in both Amalfi and Positano during the tour.

Is pickup included or do I meet at the port?

You meet directly at Molo Manfredi in Salerno port; pickup isn’t included.

Are infants or small children allowed?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers are welcome onboard.

Is there a restroom on board?

Yes, there is a restroom available on the boat for guests’ use.

What’s included

Your day includes boarding at Salerno’s port with a welcome prosecco toast, cruising with an experienced skipper and English-speaking hostess through villages like Vietri sul Mare and Cetara, two swim stops with snorkel gear available if you want it, caprese sandwiches with tomatoes and mozzarella plus fruit for lunch, soft drinks and water throughout the day—and of course limoncello before heading back. Fuel costs are covered too; there’s even a restroom onboard if you need it.