Private boat tour Salerno to Amalfi: Cruise passengers, 7 hours

Seven hours on the water from the cruise dock to Amalfi's harbor, with time to swim and walk the village.

A private boat tour from Salerno cruise terminal to Amalfi, designed for passengers arriving by ship. The 10-meter boat carries up to 12 people and sails the coast past Vietri sul Mare, Cetara, Maiori, Minori and Atrani, with swimming stops and a chance to explore Amalfi village on foot. A skipper guides in English or Italian, and fuel, towels, aperitif and drinks are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Boat tour along Amalfi Coast

• Depart from Salerno cruise terminal
• Sail along Amalfi Coast
• Swim in Amalfi waters
• Visit Amalfi village freely
• Optional lunch at seaside restaurant
• Return to Salerno cruise terminal

The experience

The boat departs from Salerno cruise terminal at 09:00 and returns at 16:00, timed to fit the main cruise ship schedules. You board a few steps from the terminal, so there's no transport to arrange or extra walking with luggage. The skipper speaks English or Italian and navigates the route at a pace that lets you take in the coastline: Vietri sul Mare's colorful dome, Cetara's fishing boats, the stacked villages of Maiori and Minori rising from the water, and Atrani tucked into its cove. Positano is not on this itinerary, so the route stays focused on the stops that fit a single day from Salerno.

Swimming breaks are built into the route, and you get a beach towel, floats and diving masks. The boat anchors in clear water where you can cool off, and near Amalfi you can swim at Santa Croce, one of the quieter stretches of the coast. Once you've swum, you can stay aboard to relax or go ashore to walk Amalfi's center (the cathedral, the narrow streets, the waterfront), at your own pace. A typical seaside restaurant accessible only by boat is available if you want lunch. You arrange and pay for it separately, but the boat can take you there and pick you up after.

Aperitifs, sparkling wine, beer and water come aboard, along with snacks. Insurance and fuel are included in the price. Groups stay under 12 people, so the boat doesn't feel crowded, and a skipper who knows the water handles all the navigation.

What’s included

• Insurance.
• beach towel.
• appetizers and aperitif.
• floats and diving masks.
• water, Coke, sparkling wine and beer.
• fuel.
• skipper guidance in English or Italian.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDepartures at 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to4h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 9 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Petruccelli Sea Service

Is this one for you?Choose this if you're docked in Salerno and need to return by 16:00. The fixed schedule aligns with cruise ship timing, and the boat departs steps from your terminal.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the timing like for a cruise passenger, will I make it back to the ship?

The tour departs at 09:00 and returns at 16:00, aligned with the main cruise lines' schedules. You board steps from the Salerno cruise terminal, so no time is lost getting to the boat.

Can I swim during the tour, or is it just sailing?

Swimming stops are included, with towels, floats and masks provided. You can swim in the open water along the coast and again near Amalfi at Santa Croce, a quieter cove.

Do I have to visit Amalfi village, or can I stay on the boat?

You choose. Once the boat reaches Amalfi, you can go ashore to explore the village and its cathedral, or stay aboard to relax. The skipper gives you time for both.

What villages do you pass on the way to Amalfi?

The boat sails past Vietri sul Mare, Cetara, Maiori, Minori and Atrani before reaching Amalfi. You see them from the water and can admire the coastline without stopping at each one.

Is lunch included, or do I need to bring food?

Lunch is not included, but you can arrange a meal at a seaside restaurant reachable directly by boat. Aperitifs, wine, beer and water are provided, along with snacks.