Capri, Blue Grotto & Pompeii tour: 3 islands in one day

Ferry to Capri, boat into the Blue Grotto, then drive the Sorrento Coast to Pompeii's frozen streets

A full-day guided tour from Naples covers Capri, Sorrento and Pompeii with a dedicated local guide, fast ferries, private transport and all entry tickets included. You board a ferry to Capri, ride an open-top taxi along the Mamma Mia Road, enter the Blue Grotto (or circle the island's other caves if it's closed), catch a second ferry to Sorrento for lunch on your own, then drive the coast to Pompeii's archaeological site before returning to Naples. The nine-hour itinerary chains three separate destinations into a single day without arranging any of it yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. Blue GrottoEntry included1h
2. Pompeii Archaeological SiteEntry included2h

Explore Capri, Sorrento, and Pompeii

• Meet guide at Naples or Sorrento port
• Take fast ferry to Capri
• Scenic ride along Mamma Mia Road
• Visit Blue Grotto or boat ride around island
• Ferry to Sorrento
• Stroll Sorrento and have local lunch
• Drive along Sorrento Coast to Pompeii
• Explore Pompeii ruins
• Return to Naples or Sorrento

The experience

The day starts at Naples or Sorrento port, where your guide meets you and boards a fast ferry to Capri. Once on the island, you ride in an open-top taxi or minibus along the famous Mamma Mia Road, the winding coastal drive that cuts through the island's cliffs and opens onto the Tyrrhenian Sea. The route itself is the draw: steep drops, tight turns, and views that explain why the road became a film location.

At Capri, a boat takes you into the Blue Grotto, the sea cave where sunlight filters through the water and turns it electric blue (weather and sea conditions permitting). If the grotto is closed, the boat circles the island instead, passing the Faraglioni Rocks (three limestone stacks rising from the water), and exploring other smaller caves. Either way, the boat ride is included. After Capri, a second fast ferry carries you to Sorrento, where you have free time to walk the town and eat lunch at a restaurant of your choice, at your own cost. The guide does not accompany this part.

From Sorrento, your driver takes you along the coast road toward Pompeii, a route that descends through lemon groves and past the towns that cling to the cliffs. At Pompeii, you explore the archaeological site on foot (the streets, the houses, the forum, the theaters) all preserved by the ash and pumice that fell when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. The guide walks you through the site and explains what you are standing in. When the day ends, your driver returns you to Naples or Sorrento port.

What’s included

• Dedicated local guide.
• fast ferry tickets to Capri and from Capri to Sorrento.
• Blue Grotto entrance and boat tour (or boat ride around the island if the grotto is closed).
• Pompeii entrance ticket.
• private car or shuttle transport on Capri with an open-top ride along the Mamma Mia Road.
• round-trip transport from Naples or Sorrento port.

Information

Lasts 9h, runs every day at 07:30, from € 720 per person, with live guides in 5 languages, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

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

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (4 to 90 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Raphael Tours & Events

Is this one for you?At nine hours, this tour fills a full day and leaves no room for a second destination, but it chains three separate islands and an archaeological site into a single itinerary without you arranging ferries, tickets or timing. If you have one day in the Naples area and want to see Capri, Sorrento and Pompeii without building the logistics yourself, the fixed schedule is what makes it possible.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

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

What happens if the Blue Grotto is closed when we arrive?

If the Blue Grotto is closed due to weather or sea conditions, the boat takes you on a relaxing ride around Capri instead, passing the Faraglioni Rocks and exploring the island's other grottos and caves. The boat tour is included either way.

Is lunch included in the tour, or do I pay separately?

Lunch is not included. During your free time in Sorrento, you choose a restaurant and pay for your meal yourself. The guide is not with you during this part of the day.

How much walking is involved at Pompeii?

Pompeii is an archaeological site spread across a large area, so you'll walk through the streets and buildings with your guide. The operator notes that travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Strollers are available for infants and small children.

What's included in the price?

The tour includes a dedicated local guide, fast ferry tickets to Capri and from Capri to Sorrento, Blue Grotto entry, Pompeii entry, private car or shuttle transport on Capri, and round-trip transport from Naples or Sorrento port. Gratuities and meals are not included.

Can I choose to start from Sorrento instead of Naples?

Yes. You can begin and end at either Naples port or Sorrento port. Let the operator know your preference when you book.