Amalfi Coast Private Tour: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

Drive the winding cliffside road and skip the navigation stress

A private tour of the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento with a professional bilingual driver, covering Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello over eight hours. The driver handles the notoriously steep and narrow coastal road while you stop for photos, explore villages, and take in views of the Bay of Naples. Pickup at your arranged meeting point is included. You choose between a sedan or minivan depending on your group size.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private tour of Amalfi Coast highlights

• Meet experienced English-speaking driver
• Drive along scenic Amalfi Coast road
• Stop and explore Positano village
• Visit Amalfi town and Duomo di Sant'Andrea
• See Amalfi's maritime museum and paper mills
• Tour Ravello including Villa Rufolo and duomo

The experience

The Amalfi Coast road is famous for a reason, and not always a comfortable one. Hairpin turns, narrow lanes, and sheer drops make self-driving stressful for most visitors. A private driver removes that burden entirely, letting you focus on the landscape instead of the steering wheel. Your English-speaking driver provides commentary throughout the day, sharing the history and character of each stop without rushing you through them.

Positano arrives first, the pastel-colored village that inspired John Steinbeck to write "Positano bites deep." You'll have time to wander the narrow streets, browse the shops and restaurants scattered across the hillside, and reach the water's edge where colorful boats crowd the marina. Next is Amalfi itself, where the Piazza del Duomo sits in front of the cathedral with its Byzantine arches and Moorish-influenced decoration. The sixty steps up to the church lead to the interior's hidden Cloister of Paradise, dating to 1266, with its forest of columns and arabesque arches. The town also holds the Museo della Carta, where you can see how the region's famous handmade paper is still produced using traditional methods. Ravello, perched highest on the cliffs, rounds out the day. A town that has drawn artists and musicians for centuries, from Richard Wagner to Truman Capote. Villa Rufolo and its gardens sit above the coast, and the Duomo dedicated to San Pantaleon anchors the town center.

The eight-hour itinerary builds in photo stops and free time at each village, so you're not being herded through on a schedule. Taxes, fuel, parking fees, and tolls are all covered. You'll need to arrange your own lunch and drinks, but the stops give you plenty of opportunity to eat where locals do.

What’s included

• Professional bilingual Italian and English-speaking driver.
• all fuel, parking fees, and tolls.
• pickup at your arranged meeting point.
• eight hours of stops, photo time, and commentary along the UNESCO World Heritage coastline.

Options for this experience

2 options

SedanUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English or Italian · 09:00Includes pickup

MinivanUp to 8 per booking · Guide in English or Italian · 09:008-hour tour in a minivan, pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to4h before

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.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Sorreno Limo

Is this one for you?The private format means your driver adjusts the pace to your interests: linger longer in Positano if the shops draw you, or spend extra time in Ravello's gardens. If you prefer a fixed schedule with a larger group, a shared tour would suit you better. This one is built for travelers who want flexibility and their own vehicle for the day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What's the road like on the Amalfi Coast, and why does a driver make such a difference?

The coastal road is narrow, winding, and steep, with hairpin turns and dramatic cliffside drops. A professional driver who knows the route handles all the navigation and the challenging driving conditions, leaving you free to enjoy the views and take photos without the stress of managing the wheel.

How much time do I get to explore each village? Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello?

The eight-hour tour includes photo stops and free time at each location, so you're not rushed through. The exact duration at each stop can be adjusted based on your interests, since this is a private tour with your own driver.

What's inside Amalfi's cathedral, and is it worth the climb?

The Duomo di Sant'Andrea features Byzantine-style arches with Moorish decoration, and inside is the Cloister of Paradise from 1266, filled with columns and arabesque arches. The crypt is also highly decorated. The sixty steps up are steep, but the interior justifies the climb if you're interested in historic architecture.

Should I book the sedan or the minivan?

Choose the sedan for two to four passengers, or the minivan if your group is larger or you have extra luggage. Both vehicles are equipped for the coastal drive, and the minivan offers more space and comfort for bigger groups.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to pay for separately?

The tour includes your professional driver, all fuel, parking fees, tolls, and pickup at your meeting point. Lunch, drinks, and gratuities are not included, so budget for meals at the villages and any tips you'd like to give your driver.

Is this tour suitable if I'm traveling with young children?

Yes. Specialized infant seats are available, and children can ride in a pram or stroller. The tour involves some walking through village streets and climbing steps in Amalfi, so consider your child's mobility and comfort with uneven terrain.