Capri & Anacapri Day Trip from Naples with Ferry & Guide

Summary

Capri’s winding lanes, sea views & local flavors on a small group day trip

You’ll take a ferry from Naples to Capri with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Wander Anacapri’s quiet lanes, see St. Michael’s famous floor, taste real Caprese salad for lunch, and gaze out over Faraglioni from Augustus Gardens. There’s time for exploring or relaxing—plus all transport is sorted—so you can just breathe in island life for a day.

What’s the experience like?

I nearly missed the ferry from Naples because I got distracted by the smell of fresh cornetti at the port — but our guide, Giulia, just grinned and waved me over like she’d seen it all before. The ride across was choppy enough that I clung to my coffee, but there’s something about seeing Capri rise out of the haze that makes you forget about everything else (even your stomach). When we stepped off the boat, the air felt different — salty and sweet at once, with a kind of sun-warmed lemon scent that I still can’t quite describe.

First stop was Anacapri. Giulia led us through narrow streets where old men sat outside cafés arguing softly in dialect. She pointed out the Church of St. Michael — honestly, I thought “just another church” until I saw the maiolica floor. It’s this wild swirl of color under your feet; I tried to sneak a photo but my phone almost slipped because my hands were sweaty (it was already warm by 10am). Some people took the chairlift up Monte Solaro for those big views — I skipped it and wandered instead, bought a lemon granita from a lady who called everyone “amore.”

Lunch was Caprese salad at a tiny place Giulia recommended — mozzarella so creamy it almost slid off my fork, tomatoes that tasted like actual sunshine. She told us how the salad started at Capri’s Quisisana hotel for some poet who didn’t want bread (I probably remembered that wrong). In Capri town later, La Piazzetta was packed with people sipping espresso and pretending not to stare at each other. The Augustus Gardens were quieter; you get this view down to Via Krupp twisting toward the sea and those Faraglioni rocks just sitting there like they’ve always been.

I skipped the optional boat tour because clouds were rolling in and honestly my legs were tired (the island’s steeper than it looks). On the way back down to catch our ferry, Giulia taught us how to say “grazie mille” properly — Li laughed when I tried it. Still think about that view from above Anacapri though, especially when Naples feels too loud.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Capri and Anacapri island tour

• Pickup from Naples
• Visit Church of St Michael
• Explore Anacapri freely
• Optional chairlift to Monte Solaro
• Enjoy Caprese Salad
• Walk through Capri town
• Visit Piazza Umberto I
• Tour Augustus Gardens
• View Faraglioni sea rocks
• Optional scenic boat trip
• Return ferry to Naples

Top questions

Is pickup included for this Capri day trip from Naples?

Yes, pickup is available from selected meeting points if you choose that option when booking.

Does the tour include roundtrip ferry tickets between Naples and Capri?

Yes, roundtrip ferry tickets are included in this small group tour package.

Are entry fees for Augustus Gardens covered?

Yes, entrance to Augustus Gardens is included in your tour price.

Is lunch provided during the Capri & Anacapri tour?

No set lunch is included but there is free time to enjoy local food; guides offer recommendations.

Can I take the chairlift up Monte Solaro on this tour?

You’ll have free time in Anacapri to ride the chairlift if you wish; ticket not included.

How much walking is involved on this day trip?

You should expect moderate walking on uneven surfaces; comfortable shoes are recommended.

Is there an optional boat trip around Capri?

A scenic boat trip may be offered depending on weather conditions; it’s optional and not included in base price.

Will we visit both Capri town and Anacapri?

Yes, both towns are part of the itinerary with guided walks and free time in each area.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from select Naples points if chosen, roundtrip ferry tickets to Capri, all shared minibus transport on the island itself so you don’t have to worry about hills or crowds, entry fees for Augustus Gardens with those classic Faraglioni views—and a friendly professional guide leading you through every step before bringing you back by evening.