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From Naples: Group Day Tour to Positano, Amalfi and Ravello

1. From Naples: Group Day Tour to Positano, Amalfi and Ravello

Experience the highlights of southern Italy on a group day tour that hits all the sweet spots. Go from Naples to Positano, and on to scenic Amalfi and Revello. Choose from meeting points at the Hotel Ramada or at the cruise port. Savor views of the Sorrento Coast. Arrive in Positano for eye-popping cliffside vistas of candy-colored houses. Admire the craft shops offering clothing and sandals. Next, see the sunny seaside town of Amalfi. Immerse yourself in the crystal clear sea. Be awed by the imposing cathedral of Sant'Andrea, which dominates the historic center of the city. Finally, discover Ravello, with its panoramic vistas of the entire Amalfi Coast. Explore its gems, including Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone. Admire lush gardens and terraces overlooking the sea. Listen as your driver narrates your journey. Inhale the scents of fragrant lemon trees. Have a look at traditionally colorful majolica domes, all before being driven back to the starting point in Naples. The driver will be at your complete disposal during the tour, explaining to you onboard the vehicle, everything you need to know about the places you will visit, and once on site, he will give you free time to spend as you like.

Ravello: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

2. Ravello: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

Ravello is one of the most enchanting places of the Amalfi Coast and the dream destination of intellectuals, artists and musicians of the 19th century. It is here that Wagner composed the second act of the Parsifal. The medieval town is set 365 meters above the Tyrrhenian Sea. You'll visit the beautiful villas located in the town such as Villa Rufolo, where every year the international Ravello Festival takes place and Villa Cimbrone, which is famous for its scenic belvedere named the Terrace of Infinity. it is here that in 1938 Greta Garbo and the composer Leopold Stokowski spent wonderful days of love. The Nobel prize winner for literature Andre Gide has said, "Ravello is closer to the sky than it is far from the shore." In Ravello, you can enjoy the most enchanting views of the Amalfi Coast, as you are on a suspended terrace between the cobalt blue Tyrrhenian Sea and the Lattari Mountains. You’ll visit the Cathedral of Saint Pantaleone and, through the splendid access tower, you’ll enter into Villa Rufolo, a wonderful medieval site adorned with enchanting gardens.

From Naples: Amalfi Coast Private Day Trip

3. From Naples: Amalfi Coast Private Day Trip

Discover rocky cliffs, superb landscapes, citrus fields, monuments, villages, hiking trails, luxury villas, beaches, local crafts, quality food and wine, and history on a day tour from Naples. Depart from Naples and head to Positano and explore the vertical village embedded in the rock, where stairs replace the streets between the wild scent of the Mediterranean scrub. From the beach, admire a pyramid of houses that climb to the sky. Get a view of the three islets that make up the famous Li Galli island. Continue the tour to Ravello, an ancient medieval city known throughout the world for its history, its precious monuments and the magic of its landscapes and patrician residences. Marvel at the wonderful Villa Rufolo, a building that rises on three floors and reaches its peak in the famous garden, and Villa Cimbrone, a large estate with an incredible mix of styles and eras, ethnic and cultural elements, antiques and exotic travel souvenirs. Make several photo stops to admire the beautiful landscape throughout your journey.

Villa Cimbrone and Pompeii Private Tour from Rome

4. Villa Cimbrone and Pompeii Private Tour from Rome

The Villa Cimbrone complex consists of a historic building built on a rocky promontory overlooking the Amalfi Coast, and a huge park of about six hectares full of statues, fountains and various antiques. The visit to the gardens of Villa Cimbrone begins with the Cloister, enriched by sacred and profane decorative elements, including the seven deadly sins and the nine Norman warriors. Once you pass the Crypt, you enter the suggestive Viale dell'Immenso, full of ancient trees, flowers and exotic plants, eighteenth-century earthenware pots and bronze statues depicting Greek warriors. The avenue opens the way to the magnificent Infinity Terrace, also known as Porta del Sole, which shows incomparable scenery on the Gulf of Salerno, the nearby coastal towns and the Cilento mountains. Then, you will reach the Temple of Bacco, clearly inspired by classical themes and supported by eight Doric style columns. You'll see the Cave of Eve and the bronze statue of David, reachable after climbing on a steep staircase in the middle of the grove, among rare wild orchids. Further on there is the Roses Terrace and the Tea Room, surrounded by beautiful exotic flowers. In the afternoon you will be guided to the ancient town of Pompeii, which is known throughout the world for the tragedy that befell it in 79 AD, when the rich Roman city was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. This immense tragedy has, however, allowed us to find an intact historical testimony, a cross-section of common life in the greatest empire of antiquity, unchanged after almost two thousand years. The excavations allow you to leap through time, and total immersion in a vanished world of which our Western civilization bears the "DNA". The excavations allow us to visit the good living room of the temples, the public buildings, the rich patrician villas, but also to stroll among the ancient shops, the popular houses, the "taverns" where the common citizen unraveled his life. Particularly touching is the sight of plaster casts, a "snapshot" of the agony to which the ancient Pompeians were subjected by the hot gas coming from Vesuvius.

From Naples: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

5. From Naples: Positano, Amalfi & Ravello

The coastal road begins after Sorrento, runs through Positano, the fishing villages of Praiano, Furore and Conca dei Marini and continues until it reaches the busy square of Amalfi, situated on the seafront with a port and a long stretch of pebbled beach. Head to Sorrento, along the famous "Costiera Amalfitana" or "Amalfi Coast." Pass through the Positano, descending the winding one-way road to the heart of the town — the busy central Piazza dei Mulini. At Piazza dei Mulini, continue by foot on the small pedestrian paths leading to the beach. These streets also lead to the cathedral and shops selling ceramics, lemons, shoes and “Positano fashion” clothing. Take a short walk back to the car and ascend the mountain to return to the main coastal road to Amalfi. In front of the port of Amalfi, there is the one and only bus station along the coast. Behind this square lies the main shopping street of Amalfi that terminates at the furthest and highest point of the town. Various bars and cafés line the street, in addition to shops selling limoncello, casual clothing, swimwear, gifts, basic groceries, and, of course, ceramics. Amalfi offers plenty to see beyond shopping: the most spectacular cathedral along the coast, the paper factory and its museum. A slow uphill drive along a very narrow road past several wineries and olive factories leads to Ravello, a rural village untouched by tourism, perched on top of the mountain cliff above Amalfi and Minori. Ravello is famous for its breathtaking views, natural beauty and ancient monuments in the gardens of Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo. At the height of the season, these gardens are rich in sweet scents of blossoming fruits and flowers. There are many classical concerts held in the gardens of Villa Rufolo, located just off the main square of Ravello. Apart from the main cathedral in the square and a history museum in its basement, there are many other churches to visit; there used to be a total of 13 churches in the village. There are even a few small boutiques and souvenir shops tucked along the narrow arches of Via Roma.

Amalfi Coast Private Tour

6. Amalfi Coast Private Tour

Positano - The busy central Piazza dei Mulini is connected to a narrow downhill path and some occasional flights of steps that lead to the seafront. At Piazza dei Mulini, you must leave the car as all streets leading to the waterfront are for pedestrians only. The only way to reach restaurants situated on the beach, that serve fresh daily fish, is to go on foot. These streets also lead to the cathedral, ceramic shops, fruit vendors, and apparel retail shops. Positano is alive at night as well, with exotic nightclubs such as Music on the Rocks and various bars and cafes that remain open until the sun comes up. There is a short walk uphill to return to the car, ascending the mountain, returning to the main coastal road that leads to Amalfi. Amalfi - This coastal town is situated on a seafront port and a long stretch of pebbled beach. In front of the port of Amalfi is the only bus station along the coast. Behind this square lies the main shopping street of Amalfi, that ends at the furthest and highest point of the town. Along the pedestrian street are various bars and cafes, not to mention the many shops selling limoncello, casual apparel, swimwear, gifts, basic groceries, and of course, ceramics. However, if one would like to see more than just shops, Amalfi has some interesting sights to explore such as: a spectacular cathedral along the coast, and a paper factory and its museum. There are also some highly recommended local restaurants, which your driver can suggest. Ravello - The road to Ravello is a slow uphill drive where you will pass several wineries and olive factories. Ravello is a rural village unspoiled by tourism, perched on top of a mountain cliff situated above Amalfi and Minori. It is famous for its breathtaking views and ancient monuments best exemplified by the gardens of Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo. In high season, these gardens are rich in sweet scents of blooming flowers and the perfume of lemons. There are also many classical concerts held in the gardens of Villa Rufolo, located just off the main square of Ravello; tickets cost approximately 20 Euros each. Apart from the main cathedral and the history museum constructed in the basement of the cathedral, there are many other churches to visit near the town square. Along the narrow arches of Via Roma, there are a few small boutiques, and some traditional local restaurants with unique and exceptional cuisine.

From Naples: Sorrento & Amalfi Coast 8-Hour Tour

7. From Naples: Sorrento & Amalfi Coast 8-Hour Tour

On this tour, you will explore the coast by car with an expert driver. Over the course of 8 hours, you can visit Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. Where to stop for lunch and how you spend your time is up to you to decide! Sorrento stands on a terrace rising steeply above the sea on one of the most spectacular points of the Campanian coast. Because of its enchanting position and mild climate, sheltered by the surrounding hills, Sorrento has been a favorite resort since Roman times. Enjoy Sorrento's picturesque bays, the Marina Grande and Marina Piccola, as well as panoramic views of the coast, the surrounding hills covered in olive groves and the crystal-clear sea. Positano stands on two mountain slopes in one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the province of Salerno. Enjoy the views of the gulf formed by Germano tip to the west and Cape Sottile to the east. The center of enchanting Positano features delightful white or pastel-colored houses and the parish church of Saint Maria Assunta, with its splendid majolica dome. Amalfi also offers splendid views and evidence of its prestigious past. The Cathedral, dedicated to St.Andrew, dominates the square. Discover the Paradise Cloister, a construction in Arabian-style dating to the thirteenth-century and ruins of the Arsenal of the Republic. Ravello is situated in a more elevated position than the other pearls of the Amalfi Coast and it can boast exceptional landscapes that have earned Villa Cimbrone’s terrace the name of ”Terrace of infinity.” The beautiful Villa Rufolo stands to the right of the dome. In Spring and Autumn, Ravello is a favorite destination for those who love the silence of its buildings and its medieval churches. Every year audiences gather to listen to the concerts held in the gardens or in the halls of Villa Rufolo, famous for having inspired the scenery of Wagner's Parsifal.

From Naples: Sorrento, Amalfi, and Ravello Guided Trip

8. From Naples: Sorrento, Amalfi, and Ravello Guided Trip

Find out for yourself why the rich and famous flock to the Amalfi coast each year with this private trip from Naples. See Sorrento, Amalfi, and the hills of Ravello at your own pace. Be picked up from your driver at your accommodation and sit back and relax as you take in views of the Italian countryside and coast on your way to Sorrento. Have some free time to walk the streets, stop at a café, or have some limoncello. Visit the town that gave the coast its name, Amalfi. Stroll through the historic center of the crowning jewel of the coast. Stop at St' Andrea's cathedral. Admire the view of the town against the blue of the sea. Drive up far above the sea to Ravello. Take in panoramic views of the coast. Wander through the romantic streets and do some shopping, or visit Rufolo or Cimbrone villa.

Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello Private Day Trip

9. Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello Private Day Trip

The adventure begins with pickup from your hotel or port in Sorrento, then sets out towards the world-famous Amalfi Coast. As you drive, soak up mesmerizing views of the coastline then arrive at the first stop, Positano. Explore the charming town of Positano and admire its array of bright white houses. Learn about the culture and history of the Amalfi Coast and its villages from your driver. Next, visit the impressive Sant’Andrea Cathedral, known for its unique architectural style.  Enjoy free time to grab some lunch, then drive to Ravello, or the ‘City of Music’ as the locals say. Wander around the gardens and terraces of Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo, then stop to soak up yet more glistening coastal views.

From Naples: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello Day Tour

10. From Naples: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello Day Tour

Discover 3 of the most beautiful towns in southern Italy on this scenic tour of the Amalfi Coast. In stunning Positano, pastel-colored houses cascade downhill among the lush foliage towards the sea. A favourite resort since Roman times, the last century has seen the peaceful village's popularity rise as a haven and inspiration to visiting artists and writers. Cruise along the cultivated cliffs that peer over the vivid flower gardens, idyllic villas, and sun-baked beaches. Visit the gorgeous 9th-century cathedral in Amalfi, and then head to Ravello, the charming seaside town that inspired Wagner to compose Parsifal. Your driver will be able to make recommendations and reservations at the region's finest restaurants, as well as advise about local shopping and produce.

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A great daytrip around the Amalfitain coast with our super guide Luca. We were only 2 mums with ouf teenagers girls. Almost a private tour we left Naples early in the morning and made three real stops in Positano (1h) Amalfi (1h45) and Ravello (1h30). Luca made stops during the trip to share panoramic views with us. Luca is Neapolitan and shared his passion for his region with us. we had a great day with him. attentive, cheerful, captivating and available at all times, he showed great patience even when we arrived late at the meeting point in Amalfi. We therefore highly recommend this roadtrip. Thank you very much Luca for your kindness and your enthusiasm. We were delighted to meet you. friendly. Aurélie and Tea

Luca was absolutely fantastic! On time, friendly, easy going and full of knowledge about everything during the trip. We stopped at various view points along the way which were all spectacular. We had plenty of time in each town and never felt rushed. There were 5 of us on the tour and we felt very comfortable and safe. This tour is a must and we highly recommend it, definitely worth the money! Thanks Luca!

Great guide that showed us the beautiful Amalfi coast. Perfect amount of guiding and free time for discovering on our own. Good comfort in the car. Would highly recommand!

Pleasant and skillful guide and driver Mr. It was a very enjoyable trip because of Aldo. I would like to ask for guidance next time I come here again.

Our driver Luca was punctual, friendly and informative. Really appreciated his happy attitude. Thankyou.