Amalfi Coast private tour from Positano: Four towns, one day

Four coastal towns in one morning and afternoon, without the bus crowds

A full-day private tour from Positano covers Amalfi, Ravello, Minori and Maiori along the Amalfi Coast with your own driver and air-conditioned vehicle. You set the pace at each stop: stroll the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Amalfi, explore the clifftop villas and terraces of Ravello, taste local specialties in Minori, and walk the sandy beach in Maiori, with photo stops at panoramic viewpoints throughout. Lunch is on you at a restaurant of your choice. The driver handles the winding coastal roads and the timing so the four towns fit into a single day without rushing between them.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Amalfi Coast towns and views

• Private pick-up in Positano
• Scenic drive with photo stops
• Stroll Amalfi piazza and cathedral
• Explore Ravello villas and terraces
• Lunch in Ravello or Maiori
• Discover Minori and try lemon pastry
• Visit Maiori beach and promenade
• Photo stops along coastline
• Return to Positano

The experience

The drive starts in Positano with pickup at your hotel, then winds along the coast for eight hours. Your driver navigates the tight hairpin turns while you sit back and watch the cliffs drop to turquoise water. Photo stops break up the drive at viewpoints where the villages come into focus: Amalfi's pastel buildings clustered around the harbor, Ravello's terraces suspended above the sea, the long beach at Maiori. The route itself is the first attraction. The road is the reason people come to this coast.

Amalfi is the first real stop, the town the whole coastline is named after. You walk through the main piazza to the Cathedral of St. Andrew, then wander the narrow alleys lined with shops and cafés that spill onto the water. The pace is yours: spend twenty minutes or two hours. Ravello comes next, uphill and quieter, built on a terrace with views that stretch for miles. Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone are the famous names, but the squares and boutiques are worth the time too. This is where most people choose to eat. Restaurants here have tables overlooking the coast, and the lemon cream pastry called Delizia al Limone is a local specialty worth trying.

Minori sits lower on the coast and has a different feel: less polished, more lived-in, with its own food traditions. Maiori has the longest beach on the coast and a promenade where you can walk and breathe. The return to Positano includes more photo stops along the dramatic stretch of road you came in on. WiFi is on board if you need it. The vehicle is air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Private transportation with your own driver.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• WiFi on board.
• all fees and taxes.
• pickup from your Positano hotel.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 38 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Sorrento Silver Star Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see four distinct towns without renting a car or joining a group. The private driver handles the winding coastal roads and the timing, so you can focus on the stops instead of the navigation.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

How much time do I actually spend in each town?

The itinerary does not lock you into a schedule. Amalfi, Ravello, Minori and Maiori are all stops where you choose how long to stay, the driver waits. Most travelers spend an hour to ninety minutes in each town, with lunch taking up the bulk of the middle of the day in whichever town appeals to you.

What is there to do in Ravello besides the famous villas?

Ravello is built on a clifftop terrace with elegant squares, boutiques, and restaurants. Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone are the main attractions if you want to go inside, but many travelers spend their time in the piazza, walking the streets, and eating with a view. The town is small and walkable.

Is lunch included, and where do I eat?

Lunch is not included in the tour price, but your driver can recommend restaurants in any of the four towns. Most people eat in Ravello or Maiori. You choose the restaurant and the time, and the driver adjusts the rest of the day around it.

What are the photo stops like?

The photo stops are at panoramic viewpoints along the coastal road where you can see the cliffs, water and villages. These are pull-offs where the driver stops for ten to fifteen minutes so you can get out, take pictures and stretch. They break up the drive and give you the classic Amalfi Coast views.

What should I bring or wear?

Comfortable shoes are essential because you will walk through town centers and up and down hills in Ravello. Sun cream is recommended, especially if you spend time on the beach in Maiori or at viewpoints. The vehicle is air-conditioned, so bring a light layer if you get cold easily.