Pompeii & Amalfi Coast Private Tour with Local Guide Pickup

Summary

Private day trip from Naples to Pompeii ruins and Amalfi villages

You’ll walk ancient streets in Pompeii with a local guide who brings history alive, then wind along dramatic coastal roads to explore Amalfi and Positano at your own pace. With pickup included and time for lunch overlooking the sea, this day trip leaves you with moments you’ll remember long after you’ve left southern Italy behind.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the crunch of gravel under my shoes as we stepped through the old city gates of Pompeii. Our guide, Marco, had this way of pausing mid-sentence so you’d notice things — a faded fresco here, the faint smell of dust and wild herbs in the air. He pointed out grooves in the stone streets where carts used to roll, and for a second, it felt like you could almost hear them. I didn’t expect to feel so close to people who lived two thousand years ago, but there’s something about seeing their graffiti scratched into a wall that makes it real.

After wandering through ancient kitchens and sunlit courtyards (I swear I could smell olive oil somewhere), we hopped back into the van — air conditioning was a blessing — and headed toward the Amalfi Coast. The road twisted above cliffs, sometimes so narrow I held my breath when another car passed. Marco told stories about his grandmother picking lemons on these hillsides; he even stopped at a viewpoint where you could see Positano tumbling down toward the sea in layers of pastel houses. The Mediterranean looked almost too blue to be true. We just stood there for a while, not really talking.

Lunch was somewhere between Amalfi and Positano — a little trattoria with tables squeezed onto a terrace. The pasta tasted like tomatoes that had seen actual sun, if that makes sense. There was laughter from a table nearby; an old man waved at us with wine-stained fingers. Afterward, we wandered narrow alleys in Amalfi itself, ducking into cool shade whenever we could. The cathedral steps were crowded but nobody seemed rushed; even the pigeons took their time.

I still think about that view from above Positano — how quiet it felt despite all the colors and movement below. This private Pompeii and Amalfi Coast tour wasn’t what I expected; it was better because it felt honest, like seeing someone’s home instead of just ticking off sights.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Pompeii and Amalfi Coast

• Visit Pompeii Archaeological Site
• Visit Positano village
• Visit Amalfi town and Cathedral

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Pompeii & Amalfi Coast tour?

Yes, pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points are included.

How long does it take to travel from Naples to Pompeii?

The drive from Naples to Pompeii is typically around 30 minutes by car.

Is this private tour suitable for families with children?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are welcome.

Are entrance fees to Pompeii included?

No specific mention of entrance fees being included; check when booking.

Will there be free time in Amalfi or Positano?

You will have time to explore both towns at your own pace during the tour.

Is lunch provided on this day trip?

No set lunch is included; you can choose where to eat during your free time.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and specialized infant seats are available.

Can I join this tour if arriving by train from Rome?

Yes, you can take a fast train from Rome and meet your guide in Naples.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel or meeting point in Naples (or port), an English-speaking driver-guide throughout, deluxe air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers along the route, plus all tolls, parking fees, petrol costs, and taxes covered so you don’t have to worry about logistics while exploring Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast towns.