Amalfi Coast Day Tour from Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

Three villages, one driver, no schedule to build

A private full-day Amalfi Coast tour from Sorrento takes you through Positano, Amalfi and Ravello in a luxury Mercedes van with an English-speaking driver and hotel or port pickup included. The route crosses the Sorrento Peninsula to reach the famous coastal road, stops for photos at panoramic viewpoints, and leaves free time in each village to explore at your own pace—lunch, cathedral visits and villa tours are yours to choose.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Amalfi Coast from Sorrento

• Pickup from accommodation in Sorrento
• Drive along Amalfi Coast with photo stops
• Free time exploring Positano
• Visit Saint Andrew’s Cathedral in Amalfi
• Lunch and stroll in Amalfi town
• Visit Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone in Ravello
• Return drive to Sorrento

The Experience

The day starts with pickup directly from your Sorrento accommodation or the port, then the van climbs across the Sorrento Peninsula toward the Amalfi Coast road. That narrow, winding drive is the thing most travelers come for: the sea drops away on one side, the cliffs rise on the other, and the driver stops at panoramic viewpoints so you can step out and photograph it. The road itself is the first stop, not a thing to endure between stops.

Positano arrives first—the village of pastel-colored houses stacked down toward the water. You get free time to walk the charming streets, browse the boutiques, and find a spot to photograph the view everyone knows. Then the van continues to Amalfi, the historic center of the coast, where Saint Andrew's Cathedral sits in the old town. Again, the time is yours: some visitors spend it inside the cathedral, others eat lunch at a waterfront table, others just wander. There's no group gathering or timed activity pulling you away from what you actually want to do there.

The afternoon heads uphill to Ravello, famous for its villas and the views that drop all the way to the sea. You can visit Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone—the choice is yours—and sit in the peaceful atmosphere overlooking the coastline. By late afternoon the van begins the comfortable return drive back to Sorrento, where you arrive after eight hours on the road and in the villages. Transportation, tolls, parking and gasoline are all included; the driver speaks English and knows the route, so the only thing you're managing is which village to linger in.

What’s included

• Luxury air-conditioned Mercedes van transportation.
• hotel or port pickup and drop-off in the Sorrento area.
• English-speaking professional driver for the full day.
• gasoline, tolls, parking fees and road permits.
• photo stops at panoramic viewpoints along the coastal drive.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Raphael Tours & Events

Is this one for you?Eight hours is long enough to visit all three villages without rushing, but short enough to fit into a single day without an overnight stay. If you're based in Sorrento for only one or two days, this tour covers the coast's most famous stops; if you have more time and want to stay overnight in one village or explore inland towns, a different itinerary might suit you better.

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Top questions

How much free time do I actually get in each village on the Amalfi Coast tour?

The tour leaves free time in Positano, Amalfi and Ravello for you to explore at your own pace—there are no group activities or timed stops that pull you away. How long you spend in each place depends on what interests you: some visitors prioritize lunch and the cathedral in Amalfi, others focus on photos and the villas in Ravello.

What is the drive like on the Amalfi Coast road itself?

The Amalfi Coast road is narrow and winding, climbing and descending along cliffs above the sea. The driver stops at panoramic viewpoints so you can step out and photograph the views; the drive itself is part of the experience, not just the route between villages.

Do I need to book the villas in Ravello in advance, or can I decide when I arrive?

You can choose to visit Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone when you arrive in Ravello, or skip the villas entirely and explore the town instead—the free time is yours to use as you prefer.

Is lunch included, and where do people usually eat?

Lunch is not included in the tour price, but you have free time in Amalfi to eat at your own pace and choose where. The historic center has restaurants and cafes overlooking the water and the cathedral square.

What happens if my flight or ship arrival is delayed—can the driver wait?

Pickup is included from your Sorrento accommodation or the port; if you're arriving by ship and running late, confirm the delay with the operator so the driver knows when to meet you.

Is the van air-conditioned, and what's the road like for someone who gets motion sickness?

The van is air-conditioned and comfortable, but the Amalfi Coast road is winding and narrow—if you're prone to motion sickness, sit in the front or take medication before the drive begins. The driver is experienced on this route and drives smoothly.