Amalfi Coast: Small Group Shore Excursion with Pickup

Summary

Positano colors Sorrento bustle Ravello quiet in one small group day

You’ll wind along cliff roads with your small group, step straight into Sorrento’s lively square, taste something sweet in Positano’s maze of shops, and pause above it all in Ravello’s calm. With pickup from Naples port and an easy pace between towns, you’ll get time to wander—and maybe find your own favorite corner before heading back.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the drive along the Amalfi Coast to feel like a movie I’d accidentally wandered into. Our driver, Antonio, was already waiting at the Naples port—he waved like he knew us. The van smelled faintly of coffee (someone had a cup balanced precariously in the cupholder) and there was this low hum of everyone trying to decide if they should talk or just watch the coastline slide by. The road twisted so close to the sea it almost felt like we could dip our toes in from the window. Antonio pointed out lemon groves clinging to impossible slopes. At one point he slowed down so we could take photos—he even suggested where to stand for the best angle, which honestly helped because I’m hopeless with selfies.

Sorrento came first. He dropped us right at Piazza Tasso—no wandering around trying to find anything. I wandered off on my own for a bit (the group is small enough that you don’t feel herded), weaving through little side streets where locals were arguing gently over fruit prices. There’s this smell—lemons, but also something sweet baking somewhere nearby. I bought a tiny pastry and ate it leaning against a wall watching scooters zip past. After that, Positano was next—a quick drive but somehow it felt like a different world entirely. The houses stacked up like pastel blocks and every alley had its own personality. I tried to ask for directions in Italian; the shopkeeper laughed and corrected me gently. It made me smile.

The last stop was Ravello, which is quieter than I thought it’d be—almost hushed compared to Sorrento’s bustle or Positano’s color riot. We only had time for a quick look at the Duomo but standing there, looking out over everything below, there was this weird sense of being both tiny and lucky at once. The air up there is cooler too; I noticed my skin prickling after all that sun earlier. On the way back Antonio played Neapolitan songs quietly through the speakers and nobody really talked much—we were all kind of lost in our own heads after a day like that.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Amalfi Coast towns and scenic drive

• Pick up from Naples or ports
• Drive along Amalfi Coast road
• Stop for photos at Ravello viewpoint
• Walk in Positano shopping streets
• Walk in Sorrento center at Piazza Tasso
• Return to pick up location

Top questions

How long does this Amalfi Coast shore excursion last?

The tour lasts approximately 7 hours from pickup to drop-off.

Is hotel or port pickup included for this Amalfi Coast day trip?

Yes, pickup is included from Naples port or several listed hotels.

How many people are in each group?

The maximum group size is 12 passengers for this semi-private tour.

Which towns do we visit on this Amalfi Coast excursion?

You can visit two towns—typically Sorrento & Positano or Amalfi & Ravello.

Is there time to explore each town on our own?

Yes, you have free time to walk around each town independently.

Are entrance fees included?

No entrance fees are mentioned as part of this excursion; it's mostly self-guided exploration in each town.

Is transportation air-conditioned?

Yes, transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Can infants or children join this tour?

Yes, children can join if accompanied by an adult; infant seats are available if needed.

Is this Amalfi Coast tour wheelchair accessible?

The transportation options are wheelchair accessible according to the details provided.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel or port pickup and drop-off from Naples or select hotels, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi onboard, a friendly driver-guide who knows all the shortcuts (and photo stops), plus local taxes and fuel costs covered so you can just focus on soaking up every view between Sorrento, Positano—or Amalfi and Ravello—in good company before heading back again.