Capri Day Trip from Naples: Boat Tour with 4 Hours Free Time

Boat tour around Capri's coast, then half a day to wander the island yourself

You board a boat in Naples, cruise the Gulf of Naples past Vesuvius, explore Capri's grottoes and rock formations by water, then have four hours free on the island to explore Piazzetta di Capri or Anacapri at your own pace. Transfer, guide, and boat tour are included. You arrange your own lunch and any paid attractions on land.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. White Grottopass by
2. Green Grottopass by
3. Natural Archpass by
4. Faraglionipass by
5. Piazzetta di Capri4h

Boat tour and island exploration

• Pick-up and transfer to port
• Cross Gulf of Naples with Vesuvius view
• Start boat tour from Marina Grande
• Enter White Grotto
• Enter Green Grotto
• Admire Natural Arch
• View Villa of Curzio Malaparte
• See Lighthouse of Punta Carena
• Admire Faraglioni and Arch of Love
• Free time to explore Capri island
• Depart Marina Grande in late afternoon
• Return transfer to starting point

The experience

The boat pulls away from Marina Grande as the morning light hits the water, and you're already moving past the Faraglioni. Those three limestone stacks rising straight out of the sea. The crossing from Naples takes you across the Gulf, where Vesuvius sits on the horizon, massive and quiet. Your guide points out the Natural Arch as you pass, then the boat slows for the White Grotto, where the water turns a color that doesn't quite look real. The Green Grotto comes next, and this one lives up to the name: the light filtering through the cave mouth makes everything glow. You're not rushing. The boat moves at the pace of someone who knows these waters and wants you to see them properly.

After the boat tour around Capri's coast, you step onto land with about four hours ahead of you. The Piazzetta di Capri is where most people end up. It's the center of the island, small and crowded with cafés, but that's part of it. You can wander into Anacapri if you want the quieter side, or just sit with an espresso and watch the afternoon happen. The tour leader has given you a map and knows the island. If you want to know where to eat or which path leads where, they're there. The Blue Grotto isn't included because the wait times are brutal, but you can visit it on your own time if you decide it's worth the queue.

The return crossing leaves in the late afternoon: another hour on the water, this time heading back toward Naples as the light starts to change. Once you're back at the port, the driver transfers you to wherever you started, and the day is done. It's a full one, but not exhausting. You've seen the boat side of Capri, had time on the island without being herded through it, and crossed the Gulf twice with someone who knows what you're looking at.

What’s included

• Transfer from your accommodation to the port and back.
• Italian and English-speaking tour leader.
• Boat tour around Capri with visits to White Grotto, Green Grotto, Natural Arch, Faraglioni, and other coastal landmarks.
• Detailed map of the island.
• 4 hours of free time on Capri to explore Piazzetta di Capri, Anacapri, or other sites at your own pace. Lunch and entry fees to paid attractions on the island are not included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00Last departure this season: 31 Mar 2027

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Child (3 to 6 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 120

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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.

Paid on site€ 5

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by HP Travel

Is this one for you?A good fit if you want to see Capri's grottoes and coastline from the water without spending a full day on organized activities: the 4 hours free on land let you choose how to spend your time. Plan for a full day out, roughly 8 hours from pickup to return, which is what makes both the boat tour and island exploration possible.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 6 years); Infant (under 3): 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.

How long is the boat tour around Capri?

The boat tour takes several hours as it circles the island, visiting the grottoes and landmarks. You then have about 4 hours free time on land before the return crossing to Naples, which takes around 1 hour.

Is the Blue Grotto included?

No. The Blue Grotto is not included because of long waiting times. You can visit it on your own during the 4 hours of free time on the island if you choose.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included. You have 4 hours of free time on the island to eat at a café or restaurant of your choice.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the port?

No. Transfer from your accommodation (or the nearest meeting point) to the port and back is included in the tour.

Can I swim during this tour?

Swimming stops are available if you select the tour option with swimming included when booking.

What should I bring?

Bring a valid passport, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, and a hat. Masks are required on board.