Capri from Naples: Hydrofoil, Anacapri & Lunch with Guide

Summary

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.

What’s the experience like?

“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. The main keyword here is Capri day trip from Naples, but honestly it felt more like visiting someone’s home than ticking off sights.

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.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — 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

Top questions

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.

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.