12 Day Trips from Sorrento Worth the Early Start

1.Day Trip to Positano, Amalfi & Ravello from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,371 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $131Our pick

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring three Amalfi Coast towns from Sorrento with a guide and a maximum of 21 people. Expect Positano’s steep lanes, Amalfi’s cathedral and waterfront, Ravello’s quiet squares, and, from April to October, a boat ride from Positano to Amalfi when weather allows. Guides may include Roberto, Sergio, or Mario.

“Perfect tour to see the Amalfi coast. Breathtaking views. Our guide, Roberto, was excellent. He pointed to us the various interesting sites and we used the free time to roam around. This is much better than visiting these towns on our own .”

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2.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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3.Priority Access Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Full day from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,376 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $139

Travel from Sorrento by air-conditioned minibus to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. A local guide leads you through the Forum, baths, markets, theaters, and homes before you hike to the crater rim. Guides such as Louisa, Lulu, and Roberto bring the Roman city to life, while weather and group size can affect the day.

“This was a great tour! We beat the crowd which gave us time to see more history of the city. The guide was great, she was extremely knowledgeable of the history of Pompeii; she presented the information in a way that it was exciting and the audience was clearly engaged. You can tell she has been doing this tour for many years. I recommend this tour for anyone who wants to beat the lines and wants to know more about Pompeii.”

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4.Full-Day Amalfi Coast Experience from Sorrento, Naples or Salerno

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,275 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $102Best value

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello from Sorrento, Naples, or Salerno. You get scenic transport, free time in each town, and commentary from guides such as Alfonso, Vincenzo, or Roberto, depending on your group size and departure.

“An excellent way to see the Amalfi coast. Our guide was very informative and showed us all the important sights.”

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5.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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6.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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7.From Sorrento: Capri Island Day Trip with Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 469 reviews · from $164

Join an English or Italian-speaking skipper for an eight-hour cruise from Sorrento to Capri. Expect grotto views, swimming with provided goggles, onboard drinks and snacks, and four hours to explore Capri or Anacapri. The crew may include captains such as Mario, Luigi, Marco, or Ago.

“We spent a lovely few hours in Capri. Took the fenicular into the town then a bus down to Marina Piccolo, well worth seeing. Aqua seas and so lovely to swim in. So glad we were able to do this as we were unable to visit the Blue lagoon or go around Capri in the boat due to the wind. A very wet but fun boat trip”

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8.From Sorrento: Amalfi Coast Full-Day Trip by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 367 reviews · from $164

Join Capitano Ago’s small-group boat trip from Sorrento for coastal views, swimming, snorkeling, drinks, and free time in Positano and Amalfi. Captains such as Luigi, Marco, Mario, and Ago guide groups of up to 12, passing Li Galli, Furore Fjord, and the Sorrento Coast.

“Great tour. our guide really took great care of us and showed us lots of great sights.”

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9.From Sorrento: Capri, Anacapri, & Blue Grotto Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 271 reviews · from $192

Take an express ferry from Sorrento to Capri, visit the Blue Grotto if sea conditions allow, and explore Anacapri and Capri with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Luigi and Marcella are known for clear timing and useful local tips. The Mount Solaro chairlift and some boat options cost extra.

“Overall a good trip and the knowledge well shared by Marcella. Disappointed as we could not visit the Blue Grotto.”

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10.From Sorrento: Full-day Amalfi Coast Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 231 reviews

Travel from Sorrento to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello in an air-conditioned van or minibus. Expect a scenic drive, practical local tips, and free time in each town. Guides such as Micheline, Mary, and Vincenzo are known for lively commentary, while skilled drivers handle the coast’s tight bends.

“The trip was well organised & alfonso was a nice friendly informative guide”

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11.From Sorrento: Full-Day Trip to Capri and Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 161 reviews · from $224

Meet your guide at Bar Ruccio in Sorrento and cross to Capri by boat. Visit the Blue Grotto when sea conditions allow, explore Capri and Anacapri, enjoy free time, and take in Bay of Naples views. Guides may include Sasha, Simone, or Simona, with English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese offered.

“This tour was the highlight of Sorrento! Our guide gave us our detailed instructions if we wanted to see the Blue Grotto and we saw it!! It was just gorgeous and we were in awe! The water and weather conditions make it touch and go, so we were extremely grateful that we were able to experience it. Just when you think nothing else could top that, we went on the chair lift to Anacapri! The views were like nothing we could have imagined! We were above the clouds, which unfortunately blocked our view of the boulders in the water but the rest of the view made up for it! Great…”

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12.Sorrento: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip Entry and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27 reviews · from $175

Start at 8:00 a.m. in Sorrento for a guided visit to Pompeii and Herculaneum, with entry tickets, headsets, round-trip transport, and a one-hour winery lunch at Cantine Sorrentino near Mount Vesuvius. Expect a brisk, well-organized day focused on ancient Roman life.

“Considering how busy Pompeii is our guide did an excellent job of shepherding us to all the important sites. Our guide for Herculaneum was also outstanding- knowledgeable and truly knew her subject matter.”

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