From Sorrento: Amalfi Coast & Villa Rufolo Tour + Optional Boat Ride
- Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
- 8 Hours
- CutOff: 12 hours
from: € 108,50
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Explore the magic of the Amalfi Coast with a small-group excursion departing from Sorrento. Enjoy total freedom to manage your time among the picturesque alleys of Amalfi and Ravello, capturing unforgettable views from the most scenic viewpoints along the way.
Imagine a full day to breathe in the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, without any rush and with all the comfort of a small group (maximum 8 people). No giant buses or stressful schedules: just you, your travel companions, and the freedom to explore Amalfi and Ravello, complete with a postcard-perfect photo stop overlooking Positano.
We will depart from Sorrento for a scenic journey along the iconic coastal road overlooking the sea. Before continuing, we will pull over at a special viewpoint near Positano.
The view from here is simply extraordinary: you will have the famous "cascade" of colorful houses clinging to the cliffside right before your eyes, with the sea as a backdrop. It is the perfect moment to capture the ultimate photo of this iconic village, enjoying the panoramic view from above without the stress of navigating its steep, crowded streets on foot.
Back on the road, our route winds past dramatic cliffs and tiny fishing villages until we reach Amalfi. Here, you will have two full hours of free time to explore the town at your own pace.
If you wish to experience the coast from a truly unique perspective, you can select the option that includes a scenic 30-minute boat ride: sailing along the shoreline, you can admire the towering cliffs and picturesque seaside hamlets directly from the water.
Whether you choose to stay on land or step aboard, you will still have plenty of time to climb the famous steps of the majestic St. Andrew’s Cathedral (Duomo), get lost in the labyrinth of whitewashed alleys in the historic center, stroll along the lively seafront, or treat yourself at a historic pastry shop to taste a traditional delizia al limone (lemon delight).
Finally, we head up into the hills: a scenic 30-minute drive will bring you to Ravello. This village is an oasis of absolute peace, cherished by artists and writers of every era for its quiet atmosphere, blooming gardens, and viewpoints that offer spectacular bird’s-eye views of the coast.
Two hours of pure tranquility await you here. Stroll through the main square, visit the splendid Villa Rufolo, or simply gaze out at the horizon from a terrace, at the exact spot where the blue of the sea blends into the sky.
Meeting Point & Departure: Sorrento
Minivan Transfer (approx. 25 minutes): Drive along the scenic coastal road.
Positano Viewpoint (Photo Stop) (10 minutes): A panoramic stop on an exceptional terrace to admire and photograph the famous cascade of colorful houses from above. (Note: This stop is strictly for photos; it does not include descending into the town center).
Minivan Transfer (approx. 1 hour): The journey continues along the spectacular cliffs and small fishing villages of the coast.
Amalfi (Free Time & Optional Boat Ride) (2 hours): A stop in the heart of the ancient Maritime Republic. You will have time to explore the historic center on your own, stroll along the promenade, and admire the Cathedral of St. Andrew.
By Boat (Optional): If you selected this option, you will enjoy a scenic 30-minute boat ride during the stop to admire the coast from the water.
Minivan Transfer (approx. 30 minutes): Panoramic climb up the hills towards Ravello.
Ravello (Free Time) (2 hours): Free exploration of this wonderfully peaceful hilltop village. You can walk through the center, visit the magnificent Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone (entry not included), and take in the vistas from panoramic terraces suspended between sky and sea.
Return Transfer (approx. 1.5 hours): Return journey aboard the minivan.
Drop-off: Sorrento
Transportation in a modern, air-conditioned minivan
Fluent English-speaking driver-guide (autista cicerone) (other languages available upon request)
Pickup and drop-off service at the designated meeting point in Sorrento (door-to-door where possible)
Panoramic photo stop overlooking Positano
Free time for self-guided visits in Amalfi and Ravello
Admission ticket to Villa Rufolo
Fuel, highway tolls, and parking fees
Lunches, dinners, and drinks
Guided walking tours (exploration is self-guided)
Admission tickets to other monuments (Villa Cimbrone, Amalfi Cathedral)
Amalfi boat tour (if the option without the boat is selected)
Tips and personal extras
The tour begins and ends in Sorrento.
During the summer months, traffic along the Amalfi Coast road can be exceptionally heavy, which may cause significant delays.
The excursion runs regularly in all weather conditions, rain or shine.
Customers can cancel the tour free of charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled service. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after this deadline. Up to 12 hours before the tour departure, customers may also request booking modifications (including changes to the meeting point, tour type, number of participants, tour date, etc.).
The organizer reserves the right to cancel the tour if the minimum number of participants is not met. Please note that for tours including admission tickets (such as tours of Pompeii, Herculaneum, or Mt. Vesuvius), tickets must be purchased in advance and are strictly non-refundable in case of cancellation.
For all our tours, we strongly recommend arriving at the agreed meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to departure. At each meeting point, our driver/guide will wait for a maximum of 10 minutes. Beyond this time, the booking will be treated as a no-show, and no refund will be provided. In the event of a delay, the customer must contact our emergency number at +39 081 7673273, and our customer service team will do their best to arrange an alternative pickup if possible.
The organizer is not responsible for the loss of any personal belongings. If you have booked a train, flight, or ferry on the same day as the tour, we advise you to inform the organizer for better coordination, though please note that schedules for group tours cannot be altered. The organizer is not liable if customers miss a train, flight, or ferry. Customers must be mindful of scheduled times and realistically assess their ability to take part in the booked tour.
