Sorrento, Positano & Amalfi Day Tour with Boat Option

Summary

Sunlit streets, sea air and laughter on the Amalfi Coast

You’ll taste real Sorrento limoncello with locals, wander Positano’s winding steps with sea air in your hair, and explore Amalfi’s cathedral shadows—all with easy pickup from Naples or your cruise terminal. Free time for gelato or beach moments, plus an optional boat ride if you want those wild coastal views up close. Every stop leaves its own mark—you’ll feel it later.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me in Sorrento was this sharp citrus scent—lemons everywhere, like the air itself had been zested. We’d barely stepped off the minibus (air conditioning still clinging to my skin) when our guide, Marco, waved us toward a tiny shop for limoncello. I tried not to make a face at the first sip—strong stuff—but Marco just grinned and said “That’s how you wake up here.” The piazza was busy but not rushed; old men gestured wildly over coffee, and there was this faint saltiness in the breeze from the marina below. I wandered off for five minutes and found myself staring down into Vallone dei Mulini—green ruins tangled in shadow. I could’ve stayed longer but we had Positano ahead.

Driving along those coastal bends felt like being inside a postcard, except you can actually hear the scooters whining past and smell someone’s lunch drifting out of an open window. In Positano, everything tilts—steps everywhere, pastel houses stacked like cake slices. We had free time so I grabbed a gelato (fig flavor—never seen that before) and just sat on the pebbles for a while watching people take selfies against the water. There’s something about Positano that makes you slow down whether you want to or not. Oh—and if you’re thinking of doing the optional boat ride along the coast: do it. The cliffs look different from below, more dramatic somehow. I almost dropped my phone trying to get a photo of a hidden cove.

Amalfi felt older than both places put together. The cathedral steps were crowded but when you step inside it goes quiet—cool stone underfoot, gold flickering overhead. Our driver told us about Hercules and lemons (I’m still not sure if he was joking). We wandered narrow alleys where laundry flapped above our heads and locals argued softly over fruit prices. I bought a Campari spritz from a tiny bar by the water—bitter and cold—and just watched boats bobbing in the blue light for a bit too long. It’s funny how quickly you forget what time it is on days like this.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi

• Arrive from Naples to Sorrento
• Stroll Sorrento’s vibrant streets
• Visit Piazza Tasso and artisan shops
• See Cloister of San Francesco
• Enjoy views of Bay of Naples
• Sample local limoncello and coffee
• Travel to Positano
• Explore Positano’s alleys and boutiques
• Relax on Positano beach
• Enjoy gelato with coastal views
• Travel to Amalfi
• Visit Amalfi Cathedral of Saint Andrew
• Wander Amalfi’s medieval streets
• Savor local cuisine by the sea

Top questions

Is hotel pickup included for this Sorrento Positano Amalfi tour?

Yes, pickup is available from Naples hotels or cruise terminal.

How long is the day trip from Naples to Amalfi Coast?

This is a full-day tour covering Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi.

Is there an option for a boat ride during the tour?

Yes, you can add an optional boat ride along the coast.

Is lunch included on this Amalfi Coast day trip?

No set lunch is included but there is free time to eat in each town.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, but let them know in advance so arrangements can be made.

Are infant seats available for families?

Yes, car seats or booster seats can be requested ahead of time.

What languages does the guide speak?

The driver/host speaks English during commentary onboard.

Does this tour include limoncello tasting?

Yes, there is a limoncello tasting included in Sorrento.

What’s included

Your day includes comfortable minibus transport with air conditioning and plenty of window space for those wild views; hotel or cruise terminal pickup and drop-off; all entry fees; live English commentary from your host; scenic photo stops; bottled water; plus that sharp shot of local limoncello in Sorrento before heading further down the coast.