Capri & Blue Grotto tour from Sorrento: Small group, full day

The Blue Grotto entrance is by rowboat through a narrow opening in the rock face.

This full-day small group tour departs Sorrento by ferry to explore Capri's main attractions with an English-speaking guide. The itinerary covers the scenic Mamma Mia road, the Blue Grotto (weather permitting, or a shared boat tour of the island instead), the hilltop town of Anacapri with leisure time for lunch and gelato, an optional chairlift ride to Monte Solaro for views of the Bay of Naples, the Piazzetta shopping square, and the Augustus Gardens. Ferry tickets, guide, island shuttle, and Blue Grotto entry are included. The chairlift and garden tickets are optional add-ons at checkout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each5 stops

1. Blue GrottoEntry included1h
2. Monte Solaro1h
3. Gardens of Augustus30m
4. Via Camerelle30m
5. Marina Grande1h

Full-day tour of Capri Island

• Meet guide at Sorrento port
• Ferry ride to Capri
• Ride along Mamma Mia road
• Visit Blue Grotto or boat tour
• Leisure time in Anacapri
• Chairlift to Monte Solaro
• Explore Piazzetta of Capri
• Visit Augustus Gardens
• Walk Via Camerelle shopping street
• Free time at Marina Grande beach
• Ferry back to Sorrento

The experience

The day starts at Marina Piccola in Sorrento, where you meet your guide and board a ferry across the water to Capri. Once on the island, you ride along the Mamma Mia road (the dramatic coastal stretch famous from the film), with views of cliffs and the sea opening up on both sides. Weather permitting, you then enter the Blue Grotto by small rowboat, ducking through the cave's narrow opening to see the water glow electric blue inside. If conditions close the grotto, you take a shared boat tour around the island's coastline instead, seeing the same landmarks from the water.

Next is Anacapri, the town at the island's highest point, where you have free time to eat lunch, browse shops, or grab gelato. If you want the panoramic payoff, the optional chairlift to Monte Solaro takes you to Capri's peak for a view across the Bay of Naples and the surrounding islands. Back down, the tour moves to the Piazzetta, Capri's main square, where luxury boutiques line Via Camerelle and cafes fill the square. The Augustus Gardens sit nearby, a quiet spot with flowers and sea views. Before the ferry back to Sorrento, you have free time at Marina Grande, Capri's main port, where a public beach lets you cool off before the return crossing.

The whole day runs eight hours including ferry time and all transport on the island. Your guide handles the route and timing. The shuttle moves the group between stops. Bring cash if you want lunch, gelato, or the optional chairlift and garden tickets. Those are not bundled in. The tour works best if you can handle a moderate amount of walking and climbing, and the ferry crossing is smooth in calm seas but can be choppy if the wind picks up.

What’s included

• Fast ferry tickets between Sorrento and Capri.
• English-speaking guide for the full day.
• shuttle bus transport on the island.
• Blue Grotto entrance ticket (or a shared boat tour around the island if the grotto is closed).
• free time in Anacapri for lunch and shopping.
• access to the Piazzetta and Augustus Gardens.
• free time at Marina Grande beach before the return ferry.

Before you book

Lasts 8h, runs every day at 09:15, from € 165 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:15

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tours of Ischia Private Tour Company

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see Capri's main sights in one day without renting a car or planning ferries yourself. The guide, transport, and timing are arranged, so the day holds together. Small groups mean you move at a comfortable pace and have space to explore each stop without feeling rushed or crowded.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

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.

What happens if the Blue Grotto is closed when I visit?

If weather or sea conditions prevent entry to the Blue Grotto, the tour includes a shared boat ride around the island instead, so you still see the coastline and landmarks from the water.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included, but you have free time in Anacapri to eat at a restaurant or grab gelato, and again at the Piazzetta before returning to Sorrento.

Do I have to take the chairlift to Monte Solaro?

The chairlift is optional and costs 14 euros per person. You can skip it and spend the time shopping or resting in Anacapri instead.

How long is the ferry ride from Sorrento to Capri?

The ferry crossing takes you across the water with scenic coastal views. Travel time is built into the eight-hour tour duration.

What is the Piazzetta, and what can I do there?

The Piazzetta is Capri's main square, surrounded by luxury shops, cafes, and the entrance to the Augustus Gardens. A good spot to sit, have coffee, or browse before heading back to the port.

Can I visit the Augustus Gardens?

Yes, the Augustus Gardens are included in the tour route and offer quiet views of the sea and flowers. Entry is optional at 2.50 euros per person if you want to walk inside.