Capri from Naples: Hydrofoil, Anacapri & Lunch with Guide

Capri island day tour with local guide lunch and Augustus gardens

You’ll hop a hydrofoil from Naples to Capri with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Explore quiet Anacapri, enjoy lunch at a family-run spot (drinks extra), then stroll through the Gardens of Augustus for those famous sea views. You’ll feel both like a guest and an accidental insider by day’s end.

Step-by-step itinerary

Capri island tour with lunch and sightseeing

• Travel from Naples to Capri by hydrofoil
• Transfer to minibus at Capri port
• Visit Anacapri village and explore freely
• Optional chairlift ride to Monte Solare
• Optional visit to Villa San Michele
• Return to Capri town for lunch
• Walk to Gardens of Augustus
• Enjoy panoramic views of Faraglioni rocks
• Free time to visit Blue Grotto or relax

The experience

“You’re from Napoli? Then you know how to drink coffee,” our guide Salvatore grinned as he handed me a tiny cup at the port. I tried to keep up: Neapolitans don’t sip, they just… down it. The ferry to Capri was already humming, and the sea air had that salty tang that sticks to your skin. I’d seen pictures of Capri before, but arriving by hydrofoil from Naples made it feel like we were sneaking into somewhere special, you know?

We squeezed into a minibus (I swear Italian drivers have nerves of steel) and wound up to Anacapri. It’s quieter than Capri town: less glitz, more old men playing cards in doorways. Salvatore pointed out a bakery where he said the lemon cake is “almost as good as my mother’s.” I wandered off for a bit and found myself staring at hand-painted tiles on someone’s garden wall. Didn’t expect to feel so nosy but nobody seemed to mind.

Lunch was simple: pasta with tomatoes that actually tasted like tomatoes, not the watery stuff back home. Drinks weren’t included (heads up), but I splurged on a glass of local white wine anyway. Afterward we walked toward the Gardens of Augustus. There was this sudden hush except for cicadas buzzing in the heat. The view over those Faraglioni rocks: well, I still think about that blue.

I skipped the Blue Grotto (the line looked wild), but some folks went for it if the sea allowed. Instead I sat at a café terrace watching locals argue softly over espresso cups, feeling sunburnt and oddly content. Salvatore gave us tips for exploring or just sitting still: both seemed equally valid here.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup (from selected hotels), round-trip high-speed hydrofoil tickets between Naples and Capri, transfers by shared minibus up to Anacapri, lunch at a local restaurant (drinks not included), plus guidance from a friendly local expert throughout your time on the island before heading back in the afternoon.

Options for this experience

3 options

Hotel PickupGuide in 4 languages · 08:30Pickup from your Naples hotel before 8:30 am; the supplier will call after 7 PM the evening before to confirm your exact pickup time. Duration: 9 hours. Pickup is included.

Rail PickupGuide in 4 languages · 08:30Pickup at 8:30 am at the Naples train station, to the left of the Star Hotel Terminus. The driver will hold a sign bearing the lead traveler's name. Duration: 9 hours. Starting point: Starhotels Terminus, P Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy. Pickup is included.

Cruise PickupGuide in 4 languages · 08:40Duration: 9 hours. Fast boat from port: pickup takes place outside the dock of your cruise ship, where the driver will display a sign with your name. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Days and timesFridayDepartures at 08:30 and 08:40Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (4 and older) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 25 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French 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 27 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Project Napoli Service

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 4): free.

How do you get from Naples to Capri on this tour?

The tour includes high-speed hydrofoil tickets from Naples to Capri and back.

Is lunch included on the Capri day trip?

Yes, lunch is included at a local restaurant in Capri, but drinks are not included.

Do you visit Anacapri during this tour?

Yes, there is free time to explore Anacapri after arriving on Capri island.

Are hotel pickups available for this tour?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected hotels in Naples.

Can you visit the Blue Grotto on this day trip?

The Blue Grotto visit is not included. It's optional depending on sea conditions and crowds.

What are the main attractions visited during the tour?

The main stops are Anacapri village and the Gardens of Augustus in Capri town.

Is this tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes, it's suitable for all physical fitness levels but comfortable walking shoes are recommended.