Amalfi Coast tour from Naples: Bus, boat & three towns

Three coastal towns and a boat ride along cliffs that drop straight to the sea.

A small-group bus tour from Naples explores Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi over eight hours, with a panoramic boat cruise departing from Amalfi's port included in the standard itinerary. Pickup happens at one of two meeting points in Naples city center. The boat operates subject to sea and weather conditions. Free time in each town is self-guided, and you can arrange the boat locally if you book the tour without it and change your mind.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Amalfi Coast from Naples

• Meet at Naples city center
• Stroll gardens and alleys in Sorrento
• Enjoy panoramic views of Bay of Naples
• Shop local crafts and liqueurs in Sorrento
• Visit Positano and explore boutiques
• Relax by Positano pebble beach
• Discover secret photo spots in Positano
• Explore Amalfi and St. Andrew’s Cathedral
• Taste local delizia al limone pastry
• Optional boat cruise along Amalfi coast
• Return to Naples drop-off point

The experience

The day starts with pickup at one of two designated points in Naples city center, then heads south in an air-conditioned vehicle built for small groups. Sorrento comes first: a stop to walk the fragrant gardens and historic alleys, take in views of the Bay of Naples from a seaside terrace, and browse handmade crafts and local lemon liqueurs. The drive itself is the relief: the famous coastal roads are narrow and winding, and the driver handles the navigation while you watch the landscape unfold.

Positano is the vertical city, built into the cliffs in layers of pastel buildings that drop to a pebble beach. You get free time to wander the boutiques, sit with a cold drink overlooking the water, or walk the beach and find the angles locals use for photographs. From there, the route continues to Amalfi, where the Maritime Republic's history lives in the majestic St. Andrew's Cathedral and in the local "delizia al limone" pastry: a lemon cream confection the town is known for. The boat cruise departs right from Amalfi's port, a panoramic ride along the coastline that shows you the cliffs and coves from the water, the perspective the guidebooks promise.

The boat operates according to sea and weather conditions. If conditions turn rough, it may be suspended for safety. If you book the tour without the boat and decide later you want it, you can request to add the experience locally in Amalfi, though availability and an extra cost apply. The return journey brings you back to your Naples pickup point by late afternoon. Arrive at least ten minutes early for check-in. The driver waits a maximum of ten minutes at the meeting point. Comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat are essentials, and swimwear is recommended during summer months.

What’s included

• Small-group air-conditioned vehicle.
• live guide commentary in English, Spanish, Italian or French depending on your option.
• pickup and drop-off at a Naples city center meeting point.
• panoramic boat cruise from Amalfi's port (included on the Boat options, optional on the Tour Without Boat Ride version).
• free time to explore Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi on your own.

Options for this experience

4 options

Tour, boat ride not includedGuide in 4 languages · 08:00Small group without boat ride in Amalfi: the group has a maximum of 18 to 20 guests. Lasts 8 hours, lunch not included, includes pickup

Tour with boat, in English and Italian08:00Boat ride in Amalfi: the boat ride is part of this option. Small group experience, italian and english. Lasts 8 hours, lunch not included, pickup is included

Tour with boat, in Spanish08:00Boat ride in Amalfi: the boat ride is part of this option. Lasts 8 hours, lunch not included, includes pickup

Tour with boat, departing at 9 AMGuide in 4 languages · 09:00Pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French 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 12 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Worldtours

Is this one for you?Skip the stress of navigating hairpin turns yourself. Your driver handles the coastal roads while you take in the cliffs from the car and water, visiting Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi with a dedicated host who shares local stories along the way.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What's the difference between the three booking options for this tour?

The tour comes in three versions: Tour Without Boat Ride, Tour + Boat in Spanish, and Tour + Boat in English/Italian. All three include the bus, the three towns and free time in each. The boat option you choose determines whether the Amalfi cruise is included and what language the guide speaks during the boat portion.

How much free time do I get in each town?

Free time in Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi varies depending on traffic and road conditions, but the itinerary is built so you have meaningful time to explore each one at your own pace: no rushing through or standing around waiting for the group.

What happens if the sea is too rough for the boat cruise?

The boat excursion is subject to sea and weather conditions. If conditions turn rough, the cruise may be suspended for safety reasons. If you booked a tour with the boat and it's cancelled due to weather, you can request to add the experience locally in Amalfi if conditions improve, subject to availability.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to the meeting point?

Pickup is included and happens at one of two designated meeting points in Naples city center. You choose the closest one to your accommodation at booking. The driver will be there to collect you. Just arrive at least ten minutes early for check-in.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included. You'll have free time in Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi to eat at local restaurants or cafes at your own cost.

What's the total length of this tour?

The tour runs eight hours from pickup in Naples to drop-off at the same point, covering the drive to and from the coast plus stops in three towns and the boat cruise.