Positano Amalfi Ravello tour private van with driver

Amalfi Coast towns tour: pastel houses, cathedral, villas with coast views in one day

A private Mercedes van tour from Salerno covers Positano, Amalfi and Ravello in a single day, with hotel or cruise port pickup and a local English-speaking driver. The van is yours for eight hours. You set the pace at each stop. Lunch is at your own expense. The tour includes all transport, tolls, parking and fuel.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Spiaggia Grande30m
2. Amalfi Cathedral30m

Explore Amalfi Coast highlights

• Pickup from Salerno hotel or cruise
• Visit Positano and explore shops
• Relax at Spiaggia Grande beach
• Drive to Amalfi and stroll historic streets
• Visit Amalfi Cathedral
• Lunch in Amalfi (own expense)
• Travel to Ravello and visit villas
• Enjoy views from Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo
• Return to Salerno

The experience

You get picked up at your Salerno hotel lobby or cruise ship exit and travel by private Mercedes van with a driver who speaks English. The route follows the Amalfi Coast, so the drive itself is part of the day: the road clings to the cliffs and the sea stays visible most of the way. Eight hours of van time means you move at your own rhythm: linger in one town or move quickly to the next.

Positano comes first. The town is built vertically into the hillside in pastel colors (pinks, yellows, creams), and the main beach, Spiaggia Grande, sits at the bottom where you can see the whole coast spread out. Shops sell handmade linen clothes and leather sandals. From there you head to Amalfi, where the coast itself gets its name. The Amalfi Cathedral dominates the town center, a mix of architectural styles reached by climbing a long staircase. The structure sits at the top overlooking the piazza. Lunch happens here and is on your own bill, so you choose where and what to eat.

Ravello is the final stop, built high above the coast. Two ancient villas anchor the town: Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo, both with terraced gardens that open onto views of the entire coastline below. Ravello is known as the City of Music because its landscape inspired composers. The van brings you back to your hotel or port by late afternoon.

What’s included

• Private Mercedes van for eight hours.
• local English-speaking driver.
• all gasoline, tolls and parking.
• hotel or cruise port pickup and return drop-off.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to8h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tours of Amalfi Coast - Capri, Pompeii & More

Is this one for you?Eight hours means you can cover all three towns and spend real time at each stop without rushing, but the day ends by late afternoon, so plan other activities for the evening or book this as your main outing.

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Top questions

What is Spiaggia Grande beach like in Positano?

Spiaggia Grande is one of Positano's largest beaches, positioned at the base of the town's hillside so you can see the pastel-colored houses climbing up from the sand and the entire coast stretching out from that vantage point.

Can I visit the Amalfi Cathedral, or do I just see it from outside?

The Cathedral is a stop on the tour where you walk among the historical streets and admire the structure, which sits at the top of a long staircase. Admission tickets are not included, so entry is your choice.

How much time do I spend in each town?

The tour gives you eight hours total in the van with your driver, so the time you spend at each stop depends on your interests. You control the pace and can stay longer in one place if you prefer.

Does the tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included and is at your own expense. You choose where to eat when the tour stops in Amalfi.

What are the two villas in Ravello?

Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo are ancient villas with terraced gardens. Both sit high above the coast and offer views across the entire Amalfi coastline from their grounds.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to meet the van, or is pickup included?

Hotel or cruise port pickup is included. Your driver collects you from your Salerno hotel lobby or the exit of your cruise ship to begin the tour.