Sorrento Coast Cruise with Limoncello Tasting

One hour on the water, from a Roman villa's hidden pool to caves carved into the cliffs.

A one-hour shared boat tour along the Sorrento Coast aboard a traditional Fratelli Aprea gozzo, departing from Marina Grande with a professional English-speaking skipper. You'll stop at the Bagni della Regina Giovanna (a natural seawater pool surrounded by ancient Roman ruins) pass Marina di Puolo and the hidden caves of Sant'Agnello, swim in the Mediterranean, and finish with a complimentary limoncello tasting made from Sorrento lemons. Snorkeling gear is provided. The tour suits all fitness levels and includes photo stops at the coast's most iconic sights.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Baths of Queen Giovanna10m
2. Marina di Puolo10m

Sorrento Coast Cruise and Limoncello Tasting

• Check in at Via Marina Grande 190
• Board traditional Gozzo Sorrentino Fratelli Aprea
• Sail along the Sorrento coastline
• Enjoy views of Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius
• Stop at Bagni della Regina Giovanna ruins
• Cruise past Punta del Capo to Marina di Puolo
• Discover Golfo del Pecoriello caves near Sant’Agnello
• Swim and snorkel in turquoise waters
• Taste local limoncello on board
• Return to Marina Grande to end tour

The experience

Check in at the office on Via Marina Grande, then walk to the dock where your skipper waits aboard the gozzo. Once aboard, you'll set sail along the coast with the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius as your backdrop. The boat moves past hidden coves and fishing villages, stopping first at the Bagni della Regina Giovanna: a natural pool carved into the rocks, surrounded by the remains of a Roman villa that once belonged to Queen Giovanna d'Angiò. The emerald water and dramatic rock formations make it one of Sorrento's most recognizable stops, and you'll have time to photograph it before moving on.

The route continues past Punta del Capo to Marina di Puolo, a traditional fishing village where the water is clear enough to see the Massa Lubrense Riviera and, on clear days, Capri in the distance. As you cruise toward Sant'Agnello, the boat slows near the Golfo del Pecoriello, where small caves are carved into the cliffs: secret grottos that break up the sheer rock face. This is where you'll have the chance to jump in and swim, with snorkeling masks available if you want to look at the marine life below the surface. After an hour of cruising, the gozzo heads back to Marina Grande.

Adults receive a complimentary tasting of locally made limoncello during the return, a drink made from Sorrento lemons that captures the flavor of the coast. The skipper speaks English, Spanish or Italian depending on the tour departure you book.

What’s included

• One-hour shared boat tour on a traditional Fratelli Aprea gozzo.
• professional English-speaking skipper.
• photo stops at the Bagni della Regina Giovanna and other coastal landmarks including Marina di Puolo and the caves of Sant'Agnello.
• optional swim stop with snorkeling masks provided.
• complimentary limoncello tasting for adults made from Sorrento lemons.
• safety equipment for all passengers.

Options for this experience

2 options

Up to 8 people · Guide in English, Spanish or Italian5 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 15:30

Up to 11 people · Guide in English, Spanish or ItalianAvailable from 12 May 2027

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day5 departure times: the first at 09:30, the last at 15:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (18 to 59 years) · Senior (60 to 90 years) · Youth (3 to 17 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 11

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “The meeting point is at theCooperativa azzurra office, located close to the Zi'Ntonio mare and "Il Monazzero" restaurants. Please arrive at our office half an hour before the start of the tour.”

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.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Cooperativa Azzurra Sorrento

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want a guided boat tour with built-in swim stops and a fixed route. The skipper handles navigation while you relax, rather than renting your own vessel or piecing together separate activities.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (3 to 17 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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 is the Bagni della Regina Giovanna?

The Bagni della Regina Giovanna is a natural seawater pool surrounded by the ruins of a Roman villa, once a retreat for Queen Giovanna d'Angiò. It sits on the Sorrento Coast and is one of the tour's main photo stops.

Do I get to swim during the cruise?

Yes, you have the option to swim in the turquoise Mediterranean waters during the tour. Snorkeling masks are provided on board if you want to explore the marine life beneath the surface.

Is the limoncello tasting included?

Adults receive a complimentary tasting of locally made limoncello, crafted from real Sorrento lemons, during the return to Marina Grande. Children do not participate in the tasting.

What do I need to bring or present on the day?

You'll need to present a valid ID at check-in. Safety equipment is provided, and snorkeling gear is available on board. A harbor and service fee of 10€ per person is due at check-in.