Naples to Amalfi Coast & Pompeii Day Trip with Pickup

Summary

Amalfi’s lemon tang, ancient Pompeii stones, sea breeze and laughter

You’ll swap Naples’ bustle for salty air along the Amalfi Coast, taste fresh limoncello with locals, wander ancient Pompeii’s silent streets with a guide, and maybe even catch a boat ride if you’re feeling adventurous. Expect laughter, unexpected flavors, and those moments that stick with you long after you’re back.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest—I almost skipped the Amalfi Coast because I thought it’d be all crowds and postcard views. But leaving Naples that morning, the city still waking up and coffee in hand, I felt this weird mix of nerves and curiosity. Our guide, Marco (who somehow remembered everyone’s name), pointed out little fishing villages clinging to cliffs as we wound our way along the coast. The air changed—suddenly sharp with salt and something sweet I couldn’t place at first. Later I realized it was lemons. Real ones, not the plastic kind you see in souvenir shops.

We stopped at a limoncello place just outside Amalfi—tiny glasses lined up on a wooden table, sunlight catching in the syrupy gold. I tried to say “grazie” like a local but probably sounded more French than Italian; Marco just grinned and poured another round. Some people went for the boat ride (I didn’t, but maybe next time), while others wandered off into alleys that smelled like pastry and old stone. The Basilica bells rang out at noon—louder than you’d expect—and there was this moment where everyone just paused to listen. It felt good to stand still for once.

Packing up for Pompeii after lunch (which you can add on or skip—I got pasta with lemon zest that I’m still thinking about), we drove inland and suddenly everything felt heavier. The sun was lower by then, dust in the air, Vesuvius just sitting there like it owned the place. Our archaeological guide led us through streets where wagon ruts are still carved into stone—she told stories about bakeries and bathhouses like she’d lived there herself. Sometimes she’d pause to let us imagine what it sounded like before the eruption; honestly, it gave me chills.

I left tired but weirdly full—like I’d seen two versions of Italy in one day: one bright and noisy by the sea, one quiet under layers of ash. If you’re thinking about this day trip from Naples to Amalfi Coast & Pompeii…well, don’t overthink it too much. Just go see for yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Amalfi Coast and Pompeii tour

• Pickup around Naples city center
• Stop for Amalfi Coast photos
• Visit Limoncello factory and tasting
• Optional boat ride along coast
• Optional lunch in Amalfi
• Two-hour guided Pompeii ruins tour

Top questions

Is pickup from my hotel in Naples included?

Pickup is available from selected points around central Naples; check options when booking.

How long does the day trip last?

The tour lasts a full day including travel time between Naples, Amalfi Coast stops, and Pompeii.

Is lunch included on this tour?

Lunch is optional—you can select an option with or without lunch when booking.

Can I take a boat ride along the Amalfi Coast?

A 40-minute boat ride is offered in Amalfi if available; payment is made on site.

Will there be a live guide at Pompeii?

A professional archaeological guide leads the tour if group size allows; otherwise audio guides are used.

Are cruise ship passengers accommodated?

If you provide your ship name at booking, timing will be arranged for your return to port.

Is this tour suitable for children or infants?

Specialized infant seats are available; families should have moderate fitness due to walking involved.

What happens if there are fewer than six people per language group at Pompeii?

An official interactive audio guide will be provided instead of a live guide during low season or small groups.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from selected points in Naples city center, entry tickets for Pompeii with either a live archaeological guide or audio guides depending on group size, live commentary during travel between stops, an optional traditional lunch if you choose it when booking, plus a limoncello tasting near Amalfi—and if you want more adventure (and timing works out), an optional boat ride along the coast before heading back.