Amalfi Coast tour from Sorrento: Ravello, Positano & the Drive

Walk the clifftop villages and photograph the Amalfi Drive in one morning

A full-day private tour from Sorrento covers the Amalfi Coast's four signature stops: the Amalfi Drive with photo breaks at viewpoints, the town of Amalfi with its cathedral, Ravello perched above the coast, and Positano's steep seafront street. The guide speaks English or Italian, and lunch at a local family restaurant is arranged off the main tourist routes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Amalfi Coast highlights

• Drive along Amalfi Coast
• Stop for photos at viewpoints
• Wander Amalfi town streets
• Visit Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral
• Explore Ravello village and villas
• Walk downhill in Positano
• Lunch at local family restaurant

The experience

The route itself is the draw. You travel the Amalfi Drive with stops timed for the best camera angles, then move through four distinct towns in sequence. Amalfi comes first: the ancient maritime republic where you walk narrow streets to the Piazza del Duomo and the Cathedral of St. Andrew, which layers multiple architectural styles across its facade. Ravello sits high on the cliff above, a village the description calls unspoilt by tourism, known for Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo and the views that justify the climb.

Positano is a steep descent: a narrow downhill street lined with cafes, ceramic shops and boutiques that leads to the seafront. You walk it on foot, which is the only way through. Lunch happens at a family-run restaurant the operator knows, serving local Mediterranean dishes, wine and limoncello: the kind of place locals go, not the tourist-facing spots along the main square. The eight-hour tour includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, fuel and parking, so the logistics are settled before you arrive.

A guide who speaks your language (English or Italian) travels with the group the whole way, which means the stops have context and the narrow streets have a local's eye. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or specialized seat if needed.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• fuel surcharge and parking fees.
• a live guide in English or Italian.
• hotel pickup.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Senior (70 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

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

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Amalfi Coast Destination Tours Company

Is this one for you?Choose this tour if you're comfortable walking downhill streets and climbing to clifftop villages. The guide speaks your language throughout, so the stops have context even if you don't know the Amalfi Coast yet.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3).

What is the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Amalfi like?

The Cathedral of St. Andrew sits in the Piazza del Duomo and combines many decorative styles across its structure. It's the centerpiece of Amalfi's old town, and the walk through narrow streets to reach it is part of the experience.

Is Ravello really unspoilt, or is it crowded with tourists?

Ravello is described as a rural village unspoilt by tourism, perched on the mountain cliff above Amalfi. It's famous for Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo and the views from the clifftop, and the operator positions it as distinct from the busier coastal towns.

What happens during the walk in Positano?

You walk a narrow downhill street that leads to the seafront, passing the cathedral, outdoor cafes, hotels, shops selling ceramics and groceries, and boutiques. The street itself is the main route through town, and it ends at the waterfront.

Does the tour include lunch, and what kind of food is served?

Lunch is arranged at a family-run restaurant off the beaten path where locals eat. The meal features local Mediterranean diet gastronomy, wine and limoncello, though the cost of lunch is separate from the tour price.

How much time do you spend driving versus walking?

The eight-hour tour includes multiple photo stops along the Amalfi Drive, then walking time in each of the four towns: Amalfi, Ravello, Positano and the drive itself. The exact split depends on how long you linger at each stop and in each town.