Top Sorrento Culture

Spend a day discovering the towns of the Amalfi Coast with this group tour from Sorrento. The UNESCO-listed stretch of coastline is believed to be Italy’s most beautiful, but exploring it on your own can be tricky. Let someone else navigate the roads as you admire the scenery and listen to commentary about the region. Then stop for visits in the towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello, exploring each one at your leisure.

Explore one of Italy's most evocative archaeological finds on a guided tour of Pompeii from Sorrento. Travel by bus to the UNESCO-listed site, where you skip admission lines and follow your guide around the ruins of an ancient Roman city buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Marvel at excavated houses, marketplaces, baths, and frescoes remarkably preserved by ash, and learn about the civilization that once thrived here before the disaster.

Avoid the hassle of navigating the local train by yourself and zip past the crowds at Pompeii’s entrance with this fast-track tour. Meet your assistant at the Sorrento train station to board and get off just outside Pompeii, where you’ll skip the long line and head directly inside the ruins with your guide. Take in the top villas, temples, and more in just two hours before the return train to Sorrento.

Visiting the top sights on Capri in a single day can be a challenge. This guided tour saves you time with fast ferry and shuttle bus transportation and touches on the island’s highlights in just hours. Venture into the Blue Grotto then stop in Anacapri to sightsee or visit Villa San Michele. End your day with time in Capri town before catching the hydrofoil back to the mainland.

Hop on a traditional wooden boat in Sorrento and set sail in the Gulf of Naples to the island of Capri. Explore the famed Blue Grotto and the Gardens of Augustus (at own expense), and learn about the history of the place on the boat ride over from your skipper. This small-group tour is limited to just 12 participants, ensuring you'll have plenty attention from your guide.

Thanks to its cliffside villages, Mediterranean seascapes, and historical significance, the World Heritage Site-listed Amalfi Coast is a must-see while in Italy. Sightseeing from the deck of a boat offers the best views and the ultimate relaxation while providing an overview of the area. This full-day cruise and sightseeing tour is limited to 15 passengers for an intimate experience and includes stops with free time to explore at Li Galli Island, Amalfi, and Positano.

Get a taste of Capri on this full-day small-group tour. Board a boat and cruise the coastline of Sorrento, bound for Capri. Once at the island, visit several grottoes and admire the natural rock formations that protrude from the sea. If time and crowds permit, you may stop outside the famous Blue Grotto. After swimming and snorkeling breaks, you'll have about four hours to explore the island by land.

Get a true taste for southern Italy on this 5-hour culinary experience from Sorrento. Led by a local guide, travel to a pizzeria, cheese factory, and family-run farm for tastings of their top products, including homemade bread, lemonade, and extra virgin olive oil. Learn the secrets behind Italian family recipes and try your hand at pizza making, Neapolitan style. Top it all off with coffee, dessert, and a limoncello digestivo before returning to your original departure point in Sorrento.

Discover the dazzling beauty and captivating culture of Capri and Sorrento on a small-group boat tour. With a maximum of seven passengers on board, you’re treated to an intimate and truly personalized Italian experience. Have your camera ready for the Natural Arch, Villa Malaparte, Cala di Mitigliano Waterfall, and of course, the Blue Grotto. Later, enjoy free time to explore the island at your own pace.

Combine a trip to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii with a walk up to the crater of Mt. Vesuvius. The group day trip includes round-trip transportation from Sorrento, skip-the-line admission to Pompeii, plus tours of each site. After a relaxed stroll around the archaeological site at the ancient city of Pompeii, take a short hike up to the rim of the volcano to meet a mountain guide and peer into the crater’s rim.

Discover the parts of Capri that many visitors miss on this small-group, full-day tour. Embarking from the port of Sorrento, travel across the blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea in style. Upon arrival, head to the island’s hidden coves and beaches, visit the Blue Grotto and Faraglioni, and spend the day snorkeling (all equipment is included). Later, have time at your leisure to explore the town of Capri.

See the colorful island of Capri on this day trip from Sorrento. Take in the breeze of the Mediterranean as you cruise over to the island in a jet boat. Head over to the chic town of Capri with your guide and take a walking tour, that includes a visit to the Augustus Gardens that look over the Faraglioni rock formations. Then, opt to visit the hilltop village of Anacapri independently or take the chairlift up to Monte Solaro (own expense). Groups for the visit to the archaeological site will be a maximum of 30 guests, but transport may be in coaches holding more passengers

Eat your way around Sorrento, the sun-splashed city near the Amalfi Coast on this small-group guided food tour. Stroll the streets of charming Sorrento with your guide, stopping at family-run restaurants, delis, and markets to indulge in an array of local edible delights. Eat everything from homemade gnocchi to buffalo mozzarella to prosciutto and gelato. And then wash it all down with locally made beer, wine, and limoncello. Participants on this small-group tour are limited to just 12, ensuring you receive plenty of personalized attention from the guide.

Arrange for a stress-free journey to Naples’ station, airport or a hotel with this private transfer service from Sorrento. Meet your driver at your hotel or private residence in the town of Sorrento, and relax on the journey to Naples in a climate-controlled vehicle.

Experience Italy’s beautiful Amalfi Coast by boat on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit sites like Nerano Bay, Isca island, Positano, and the emerald grotto of Conca dei Marini. Go swimming, snorkeling, and exploring, savor a complimentary lunch, and enjoy access to an open bar and a knowledgeable, friendly crew in a small group setting.

Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast are two must-sees, but visiting means facing the area’s challenging roads or overcrowded public transportation. Instead, enjoy these two highlights stress-free with this private driving tour that includes a flexible pickup location and time. Stop in Pompeii to explore on your own before continuing on to the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy free time in Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello plus plenty of photo ops along the drive.

Hike the Path of the Gods with a guide, and discover the stunning Amalfi Coast with a small group of just 15 people. Walking high above the sea level, follow rocky footpaths that hug the cliffs, enjoying sweeping views of the mountains, Mediterranean countryside, and the UNESCO-listed coastline below. The half-day experience includes round-trip transport from Sorrento, the guided hike between Bomerano and Nocelle, and impressive views aplenty. Just remember your hiking shoes and a camera.

Make every minute count in Sorrento with this walking tour that covers the city’s attractions plus stops to taste local street food in just a few hours. Meet up with your guide in the heart of town for a sightseeing stroll through the main squares and historic lanes and past the cathedral, Cloister of Saint Francis, and other highlights. Break up your walk with stops to sample gelato, pastries, and other goodies.

Experience both the destructive and creative might of Mt. Vesuvius with this combined experience that pairs a hike to the crater’s edge with a relaxing winery lunch. Begin your day with drop-off at the trailhead and a trail excursion to the top of the volcano to take in wide views over the Bay of Naples. Then head to a winery set on the mountain slopes for a tour and tasting lunch.

The Path of the Gods skirts the clifftops above the Amalfi Coast and is famous for its endless views over the coastline and sea. Take on this trail safely and hassle-free with this guided hike that includes transportation to the trailhead from Sorrento. Grab a pair of hiking poles (provided) and follow your guide along the scenic path past terraced vineyards, historic monasteries, and traditional farmhouses.

See some of Italy’s most beautiful coastline from the water’s edge, and indulge in a relaxed and luxurious day of sightseeing, on this full-day boat tour, set off in the morning with just a small group for company. Sail along the Sorrento Coast, and continue to the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast, admiring the sights along the way. You’ll have time to explore Amalfi and Positano on foot, and can stop for swimming and snorkeling breaks. Enjoy happy hour and limoncello on board before your return.

Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii on this half-day trip from Sorrento. Led by an expert guide, pass the remains of the Thermal Baths, Lupanare, and the Forum as you learn the unique history behind Mt. Vesuvius’ deadly eruption in AD 79. After wandering this fascinating piece of history, enjoy some free time for lunch before concluding back at your original departure point.

There’s no reason to book an awkward group tour to explore the spectacular Amalfi Coast—and certainly no reason to drive its narrow roads yourself. With your own private driver, you’ll explore exactly how and where you like for incredible views, tastes, history, and more. From cliffside villages to hidden grottos, it’s a guaranteed day of worry-free adventure.