Sorrento: Amalfi Coast Private Tour with Driver & Free Time

Three Towns, One Driver, All Day Yours to Wander

You get a private driver and car for the day, starting from your Sorrento hotel. You stop in Positano for 90 minutes, Amalfi for 90 minutes, and Ravello for as long as you want: visiting the Cathedral, churches, villas, and beaches on your own time. Parking, tolls, and the driver are included. You return to Sorrento in the late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Li Gallipassing by
2. Church of Santa Maria Assuntapassing by
3. Spiaggia Grandepassing by
4. Amalfi Cathedral30m
5. Ravellopassing by

Explore Amalfi Coast from Sorrento

• Depart from Sorrento accommodation
• Drive along coast, view Li Galli islets
• Explore Positano for 1 hour 30 minutes
• Visit Church of Santa Maria Assunta
• Stroll to Spiaggia Grande beach
• Drive to Amalfi town
• Explore Amalfi for 90 minutes
• Visit Amalfi Cathedral for 30 minutes
• Drive to Ravello hilltop town
• Explore Ravello for 90 minutes
• Optional visit to Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone
• Return drive to Sorrento

The experience

How do you see the Amalfi Coast without spending half the day stuck on a crowded bus or figuring out train schedules? You get a driver and a private car, and you stop when you want to stop. This tour from Sorrento takes you through Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello (three of the coast's most recognizable places), but the real point is the time you get alone in each one. You're not herded through a cathedral or rushed past a viewpoint. You get 90 minutes in Amalfi, an hour and a half in Positano, and as long as you need in Ravello to actually sit down and have lunch or find a quiet corner of a garden.

The drive itself is part of it. Your driver knows the road, so you're not white-knuckling the hairpin turns or hunting for parking. Both things that would eat your whole morning if you rented a car. On the way down from Sorrento, you'll pass Li Galli, the small islands off the coast where the Sirens supposedly lived in Greek myth. It's the kind of detail that sticks with you, and you only notice it because someone who knows the route points it out. Positano comes first, and it's exactly what you've seen in photos: pastel houses stacked down a cliff to a small beach called Spiaggia Grande. The Church of Santa Maria Assunta sits right there with its majolica dome, and if you want to go in, it's a quick walk. If you want espresso and people-watching instead, that works too.

Amalfi is next, and it's different: less Instagram, more actual town. The Cathedral of St. Andrew dominates the main square with its Arab-Norman front and a grand staircase that feels like stepping into another century. There's a Paper Museum if you're into that sort of thing, and the pastry shops sell Santa Rosa pastries that are worth the detour. Then you drive up to Ravello, which sits high enough that you stop thinking about the sea for a moment and start thinking about how a town this beautiful ended up on top of a mountain. Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone are there if you want gardens and terraces with views that go on forever, but mostly people just walk the quiet streets and find a restaurant with a table that looks out over the coast. By the time you head back to Sorrento, you've covered the main stretch of the coast without any of the logistics.

Your driver handles parking and tolls, so you don't pay extra or waste time looking for a spot. The car is comfortable, and if you're traveling with small children, infant seats are available. The whole day is structured around your pace, not a schedule, which is the only way to actually remember what you saw instead of just remembering that you were tired.

What’s included

• Your day includes hotel pickup from Sorrento, a private vehicle with a professional driver, all parking fees and tolls, and free time to explore Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello at your own pace.
• You visit the Cathedral of St.
• Andrew, the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Spiaggia Grande beach, and have the option to tour Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone.
• Infant seats are available if needed.
• Return transport to your hotel is included.

Before you book

Lasts 8h–9h, runs Tuesday to Sunday with no fixed time, from € 280 per person, with a live guide in English and Italian, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesTuesday to SundayLast departure this season: 8 Nov

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Prestige Limo

Is this one for you?Best for travelers who want to see the main Amalfi Coast towns without renting a car or managing public transport: the driver and fixed parking take the logistics off your hands, leaving you free to wander, eat, and stop whenever something catches your eye.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the full tour?

Most travelers spend 8–9 hours total, including drive time and stops. You control how long you stay in each town.

Do I need to book restaurants in Ravello in advance?

Not required, but popular spots fill up during peak season. Your driver can suggest options or help you call ahead.

Is the road to Ravello difficult to drive?

The coastal road has tight turns and steep sections. Having a driver means you avoid the stress and can enjoy the view instead.

Can I visit Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone?

Yes, both are open to visitors during the day. Entry fees are not included. You pay separately if you choose to go in.

What if I want to skip one of the towns?

The itinerary is fixed, but you can spend your free time however you like. Skip attractions and rest, or explore longer in one place.

Is lunch included?

No, lunch is not included. You eat at your own pace and cost in any of the three towns.

Are there bathroom stops?

Yes, your driver will stop if you need facilities. Each town also has public restrooms and cafés.

Can I bring a stroller or pram?

Yes, strollers work fine in all three towns, though Positano and Ravello have steep streets and stairs in some areas.