SORRENTO SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Capri & Positano: An Eight‑Hour Private Boat Day from Sorrento
A private, roughly eight-hour boat tour from Sorrento that links Capri’s sea-carved landmarks and Positano’s cliffside village—this guide explains the route, onboard amenities and what to plan for.
Capri & Positano: An Eight‑Hour Private Boat Day from Sorrento.
Departing from Sorrento for a curated day at sea, this private boat excursion stitches together the isle of Capri and the vertical village of Positano along the Sorrento Coast. Over an approximately eight-hour window you’ll pass iconic sea stacks, explore grottoes and swim from sheltered bays while enjoying a flexible itinerary and included onboard amenities.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Faraglioni and Capri’s Sea Line
The tour brings you close to Capri’s emblematic Faraglioni rocks and the city’s shoreline as seen from sea level, offering photographic views and a sense of the island’s dramatic coastal geometry.
Blue Grotto, Green and White Grottoes
Hidden sea caves are on the itinerary—most notably the Blue Grotto—plus other grottoes and bays where guests can swim and snorkel in clear Mediterranean water.
Positano and the Sorrento Coastline
The route traces the Sorrento Coast, passing cliffside villages like Positano (the ‘Vertical City’), the lighthouse at Punta Carena and small islands such as Li Galli.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You board a private boat in the Sorrento area and spend roughly eight hours afloat, moving at a relaxed pace between Capri and Positano. The day combines sea-level sightseeing—approaching Marina Grande, the Faraglioni and various grottoes—with stops for swimming and snorkeling; the operator runs a flexible itinerary and provides onboard comforts such as drinks, towels and snorkeling gear.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and when to consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The private tour lasts about eight hours with departures typically starting around 9–11 AM; hotel pickup in Sorrento is offered by the operator.
Bring swimwear, sun protection and any personal items; the operator provides beach towels, an all‑inclusive minibar selection of soft drinks and mineral water, and snorkeling equipment.
Price includes skipper, fuel, beach towels, snorkeling equipment, and onboard drinks (water, soft drinks, beer, prosecco, limoncello) as stated by the operator.
Entrance to the Blue Grotto, any disembarkation fee at Marina Grande (Capri), and meals are not included and must be paid separately.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour and when does it start?
The excursion runs about eight hours with typical departures starting around 9–11 AM.
What is included in the price?
The price covers skipper, fuel, beach towels, snorkeling equipment and a selection of drinks; tax is applied as per Italian law.
Is entry to the Blue Grotto included?
No—Blue Grotto entrance (approximately €18 per person) is not included and must be paid on site.
Are there extra port or disembarkation fees?
A disembarkation fee in the port of Capri (Marina Grande) of €100 may need to be paid on the spot if necessary; this is not included in the tour price.
How many people can the boats carry and are there extra charges?
Available boats vary by model and capacity (some allow up to 12 guests); more than six guests on any boat will be charged an additional €50 per person.
Is lunch provided?
Lunch is not included in the standard price and should be planned for separately.