AMALFI COAST BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Nine Hours Along the Amalfi: Pompeii, Sorrento & Positano from Salerno Port
A 9-hour private excursion from Salerno Port that pairs a two-hour archeological tour of Pompeii with strolls through Sorrento’s cobbled center and a drop-off in postcard-perfect Positano.
Nine Hours Along the Amalfi: Pompeii, Sorrento & Positano from Salerno Port.
Embark on a focused, full-day exploration of Southern Italy’s most famous coastal and archaeological sites: a private, driver-led transfer from Salerno Port takes you first to the excavations at Pompeii for a two-hour, English-language archaeological tour, then to Sorrento’s compact center of boutiques and cobbled lanes, and finally to Positano for sweeping coastal views before returning to port.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Private, expert-led exploration of Pompeii
On arrival you begin a focused two-hour private guided tour of ancient Pompeii with an English-speaking archaeological guide, a concentrated window into one of Italy’s most famous excavations.
Sorrento’s cobbled lanes and local boutiques
The itinerary includes time to wander Sorrento’s compact center—its labyrinth of cobbled streets and boutiques—allowing for lunch recommendations from your driver based on your preferences.
Positano: a live postcard of coastal Italy
The drive along the Amalfi Coast culminates with a drop-off in the heart of Positano where you can explore designer shops, seaside cafés and take in the quintessential vertical village and coastal vistas; note that Positano is predominately pedestrian and features many steps.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The rhythm of the day is transportive and tightly scheduled: you are met at Salerno Port by an English-speaking tour driver, transferred to Pompeii for a concentrated two-hour private archaeological tour, then escorted along the coast with time to explore Sorrento and Positano at your own pace before the driver returns you to Salerno Port in time to re-board your ship.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should plan alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking at Pompeii and around Positano’s many steps; appropriate attire is advised for religious sites.
Pets are not allowed on this tour (contact the operator before booking if you have pets). Baby seats are available upon request—ask when you reserve the trip.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the excursion?
The trip runs approximately nine hours from pick-up to return.
Where do I meet the driver?
The English-speaking tour driver meets guests at Salerno Port after disembarkation and provides cruising dock pick-up and drop-off.
What happens at Pompeii?
You receive a two-hour private guided tour of ancient Pompeii led by an English-speaking archaeological guide.
Are pets or child seats available?
Pets are not allowed; baby seats are available upon request—contact the operator before booking to arrange one.
What is included in the tour?
The price includes cruising dock pick-up/drop-off, A/C and bottled water on board, a luxury vehicle with a private tour driver, a private English-speaking archaeological guide for Pompeii, and vehicle expenses such as fuel and tolls.
Will I have time for lunch and independent exploration?
Yes—the itinerary includes time in Sorrento where the driver can suggest lunch venues, and free time is provided in Positano to explore boutiques and cafés.