Top 13 Boat Day Trips in Italy

1.From Milan: Como Private Boat, Bellagio and Lugano Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,271 reviews · 11 hours · from $78Our pick

Travel from Milan Central to Como, Bellagio, Lake Como, and Lugano by coach and private boat. Your English-speaking guide, such as Marina, Luca, Amalia, or Monica, handles the timing while you enjoy free time, lake views, shopping, and Como Cathedral.

“I spent a fabulous day, even with a bit of sunshine. Amalia is a very knowledgeable guide, she gaves us a lot of explanations and also some tips for shopping and where to go out in Milano. Manuela drives us smoothly and safely to our destinations. They are both a great team. I recommend this tour !”

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2.Rome: Amalfi Coast & Positano Day Trip with Coastal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,214 reviews · 11 - 15 hours · from $71

Spend 11 to 15 hours exploring Positano and Amalfi or Sorrento from Rome. You’ll travel by air-conditioned coach and ferry, taste limoncello, and get free time for shops, food, photos, and sea views. Guides such as Marius, Angela, Flavio, and Rob are known for clear instructions and lively commentary.

“We enjoyed this tour, our tour guide Marissa was really lovely and our driver Luca drove really safely. I would recommend this to any who has a very short itinerary and would like to see the coast of Italy.”

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3.Sardinia: La Maddalena Archipelago Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,710 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $59Best value

Spend 6 to 7 hours aboard Elena Tour Navigazioni, visiting La Maddalena, Spargi, Budelli, and Santa Maria. You’ll swim from white-sand beaches and the boat, explore La Maddalena’s old streets, and buy Sardinian food and drinks onboard. Live commentary and smartphone audio are available in English, French, and Italian.

“Very nice and clean boat and a great tour, they also had wonderful food options on board.”

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4.Lake Como & Bellagio Day Trip with Private Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,587 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel from Milan by coach to Como, cruise Lake Como by private boat, and spend free time in Bellagio and Como. English service is guaranteed. The boat ride lasts one hour in winter and two hours from April through October. Guides may include Sarah, Anna, or Raffaele.

“Very nice trip and overview of this beautiful region in Italy. Everything went smoothly and guides were great.”

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5.From Palau: La Maddalena Islands Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,414 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

Spend seven hours aboard the Sea Star from Palau, visiting Spargi, Budelli, Santa Maria, and nearby islands. You’ll have beach time, boat swims, multilingual commentary, and food for sale. The final stop changes by day: Cala Coticcio and Caprera on some departures, La Maddalena town on others.

“Very nice trip. It was a pity that we didn’t go to tahiti :( Maybe next time ;)”

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6.Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,053 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $216Top rated

Join a small group of up to eight for a skipper-led gozzo cruise from Sorrento to Capri. Expect coastal views, grottoes, swimming, drinks, a Caprese sandwich, and four hours to explore Capri. Guides such as Luca, Anna, and Francesco add local tips and lively commentary.

“Capri is a Dream! What better way to see Capri than with a beautiful boat ride with 2 young handsome Italians Carlo and Francisco! Incredible way to see the top with the lift in Anacapri , middle and Marina Granden 3 caves! Beautiful way to relax and enjoy to the fullest! Cheers tutti!”

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7.From Sorrento: Amalfi and Positano Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,041 reviews · from $174

Spend eight hours cruising from Sorrento to Amalfi and Positano with a small group of up to 12 people. You get coastal views, free time in both towns, swimming near Nerano, snacks, drinks, and guides such as Nino, Antonio, Pepi, and Giovanni on selected departures.

“Amazing tour and our guide Nino made it so much fun”

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8.Small Group Boat Day Excursion to Capri Island from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 926 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

You’ll circle Capri by boat with an English-speaking skipper such as Tony, Michele, or Antonio, stopping at sea caves, Faraglioni, Marina Piccola, and Punta Carena. After swimming and onboard drinks, you get about 3.5 hours on Capri before returning to Sorrento.

“Didn’t have the best weather but the tour team made the best out of the situation, made us feel safe and comfortable. Had a great experience that was very memorable!”

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9.From Sorrento: Capri Island Boat Day Trip With Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 762 reviews · from $123

Join Meditours for a small-group Capri cruise from Sorrento, limited to 12 people. Guides such as Italo, Giuseppe, Tony, and Valentino share island tips, serve drinks and snacks, stop for swimming, and give you four hours ashore.

“absolutely amazing! raffe was the greatest skipper ever!!!! book this if you want to go to capri!”

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10.From Naples: Capri Boat Day Trip with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 354 reviews · from $174

Meet at Naples’ Star Hotel Terminus at 8:45 AM, ride to Piano di Sorrento, then cruise Capri with up to 12 people. Guides such as Antonio, Francesca, Lorenzo, and Roberta lead the day with music, snacks, drinks, swimming, grotto views, and free time ashore.

“Overall the trip is memorable and fun especially for someone who appreciate swimming in the sea. Drinks are unlimited, service are great, the assistant staff, Dario is a fun guy and i enjoy the conversation with him, he definitely leverage my experience. I recommend just swimming instead of snorkelling will do as the sea water is not that visible. A small tips for your free time at the capri island, you are recommended to take mini bus and go to anacapri and the fees is about $20. If you're not a really shopping person (and the food at capri is ok although a bit expensive but u get the great…”

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11.Capri Mini Cruise and City Sightseeing Day Trip from Naples

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 272 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Naples to Capri by ferry and small boat. You’ll see the Faraglioni, grottoes, Malaparte Villa, and Punta Carena Lighthouse, then have about four hours to explore. Guides such as Eliana, Marlene, and Anastasia help with transport and island planning.

“Honestly I really enjoy the ride to and from the island of Capri. Our guides were helpful and made sure we had what we needed. We had time to explore the island as we wished for 4 hours and then we got to do the boat tour around the island. We did the swim stop and I am so thankful we did. It was fantastic especially with how hot it was and there is nothing like swimming in the Mediterranean. The water is a turquoise blue and it's beautiful. After the swim stop we finished the tour around the island I got a bunch of pictures and learn more about…”

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12.Full-Day Amalfi Coast Small-Group Tour with Optional Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Naples to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello in an air-conditioned van or minibus. You get free time in each town, with a driver and guide arrangement based on group size. The optional Amalfi boat ride costs extra, and the day includes sharp turns and limited time.

“Our driver, Roberto was friendly and his expertise on narrow and busy roads put us at ease. The ad indicated 2 hours in each city (ravello, amalfi, and positano). However, we only spent 1 hour in 2 of the cities.”

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13.From Naples: Ischia Day Trip with Ferry Tickets and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 130 reviews · from $96

Take a ferry from Naples to Ischia, collect your lunch voucher from an English or Italian host, and explore independently. Your day includes round-trip ferry travel, a three-course meal with wine or a soft drink, and time for sights such as Aragonese Castle and Sant’Angelo.

“Ischia was amazing and worth a trip and taking a taxi to Sant Angelo was the best part. The lunch was a disappointment. It’s was like an Italian version of Faulty Towers. The starter and main course was tasty but dessert a joke with the choice between a children’s ice cream or two plums. With so many restaurants with amazing locations and views it was a shame to have to sit indoors with a view to a shabby backyard. We would have preferred that the day trip was ferry tickets and taxi round the island and found our own lunch”

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