Naples to Amalfi Coast & Ravello Small Group Tour with Limoncello

Summary

Amalfi’s piazzas, Ravello’s gardens, limoncello sips—coastal life in a day

You’ll wind along dramatic coastal roads from Naples, taste fresh Limoncello in Amalfi’s heart, and stroll Ravello’s peaceful gardens where artists once found inspiration. With a local guide sharing stories (and jokes), plus included pickup and an option for a boat ride, you’ll catch both big views and small moments that stick with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

“Try not to blink or you’ll miss the turn,” our driver joked as we zigzagged out of Naples and those first glimpses of the Amalfi Coast opened up. I was wedged by the window, forehead pressed to the glass, watching the cliffs drop away into that wild blue. The air coming through the cracked window was salty and a little sweet—maybe it was just my imagination, but I swear you could smell lemons already. Our guide, Giulia, pointed out tiny villages clinging to impossible hillsides. She grew up nearby and kept slipping in stories about her childhood summers here. That made everything feel more real somehow.

We stopped for photos above Amalfi—everyone spilled out of the van at once, laughing at how our legs had gone numb from the curves. Down in town, it was busy but not overwhelming; locals weaving through tourists with baskets of bread or shouting greetings across the piazza. The Limoncello tasting was in this cool stone room that smelled sharp and bright—like lemon peel and sugar melting together. I tried saying “grazie” with my mouth still puckered from a sip; Giulia grinned and said I’d get used to it if I stayed long enough. There was an optional boat ride too (I skipped it because I get seasick just looking at waves), but a couple from London came back raving about seeing sea caves up close.

Ravello felt like another world—quiet, almost hushed after Amalfi’s bustle. We wandered through narrow lanes lined with faded pink walls and bougainvillea spilling everywhere. There were old men playing cards under a fig tree and a little dog barking at pigeons near Villa Rufolo’s gate. I lingered in one garden longer than planned; something about the way sunlight hit those ancient stones made me want to stay forever (or at least until lunch). On the way back to Naples, everyone dozed off except Giulia—she hummed softly along with the radio as we wound down from the mountains. I still think about that view above Amalfi when things get noisy back home—you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Amalfi Coast and Ravello

• Pickup around Naples city center
• Admire Amalfi Coast from bus stop
• Visit Limoncello factory and tasting
• Optional boat ride along coastline
• Free time in Amalfi city center

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included on this day trip from Naples?

Yes, pickup is available at selected meeting points around central Naples.

How long is free time in Amalfi?

You’ll have free time to explore Amalfi city center after group activities like Limoncello tasting.

Is lunch included on this tour?

Lunch is included if you select that option during booking; otherwise it’s not provided.

Can cruise passengers join this tour?

Yes, cruise passengers can join by providing their ship name for timely port return arrangements.

Is there an optional boat ride along the Amalfi Coast?

Yes, there’s an optional 40-minute boat ride available in Amalfi (payable on site if available).

Are entry fees or tickets needed for attractions?

No entry fees are required for external visits; all included activities are covered.

What should I bring for this small group tour?

Comfortable shoes, sun protection, water (bottled water is also provided), and maybe a camera for those views!

How many people are usually in each group?

The tour runs in small groups for a more personal experience.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from selected points in Naples city center, bottled water throughout the journey, guidance from a local driver-guide who shares stories along the way, a Limoncello factory visit with tasting in Amalfi, plus lunch if you’ve chosen that option when booking—and time to explore both Amalfi and Ravello before heading back to Naples together.