Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s most popular destinations and planning your first trip to the region might seem a bit overwhelming. What is the best time to visit? How many days do you need for Amalfi Coast? Which towns to visit? Where to stay when visiting Amalfi Coast? And finally, what’s the best Amalfi Coast itinerary?
Our guest writer Nicky from That Anxious Traveller answers all these questions in this suggested 5-day Amalfi Coast itinerary that covers all the best places you shouldn’t miss on your first visit.
Update: This article has been updated after our own recent trip to the Amalfi Coast and Naples region, to give you even more useful info and tips for planning your visit. Read on!
The area surrounding Naples in Italy is one of my favorite places in the world. Covering the busy city of Naples, charming Mediterranean towns, glamorous islands, and UNESCO world heritage sites, Amalfi Coast has something for everyone! But you do need to take your time to explore this beautiful coastline.
While you can see the Amalfi Coast itself in one day, there is so much more to this beautiful area than just the famous towns of Amalfi, Ravello, or Positano. Depending on your interests, I recommend at least 3 days in the area, but if you really want to see all the best places near the Amalfi Coast, it’s best to spend at least 5 days on the Amalfi Coast.
TIP: If you stumbled upon this post while looking for ideas for the Amalfi Coast itinerary, but you only have one day for it, I recommend checking this day tour from Rome that includes Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. It’s run by a company that offers the best local experiences in Italy!
If you are staying in Naples or other nearby towns, you can find the best tour options here. Taking an organized tour is by far the best way to see the best of the Amalfi Coast in just a day.
Naples, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast Itinerary for 5 Days
Before we continue with the recommended Amalfi Coast itinerary, you should know that all the main sights along the Amalfi Coast can be easily visited from one central location. If you want to see the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and even places like Pompeii, we recommend staying in Sorrento. You can find more details and suggestions at the bottom of the post.
Depending on your destination for the day, you can either travel by boat, by public transport, or take organized tours.
You can also visit the Amalfi Coast by car. However, since there are now so many restrictions on who is allowed to drive where and at what time, we only recommend considering renting a car in the low season! See the best car rental deals here and rent the smallest car that will fit your group.
READ ALSO: Amalfi Coast Travel Tips for First-time Visitors
There are so many ways to make the best of your time on the Amalfi Coast – find out!
Below is my recommended 5 day itinerary for the Amalfi Coast. It doesn’t really matter which places you visit on which day, or how many days you have for the Amalfi Coast, just use it as an indication on what you can see on any given day. I suggest using these recommendations to create your own perfect Amalfi Coast itinerary, for any duration from 1 to 5 days. Find out!
TIP: Below are our suggestions for your Amalfi Coast itinerary, with the best areas grouped per day. If you have less time, just pick those places that interest you the most. That way you can easily create your own itinerary for a shorter trip by selecting the itineraries of those places that interest you most. Take a look!
Day 1 – The Amalfi Coast: Positano, Ravello, and Amalfi town
You could easily devote a full five-day itinerary to the villages of the Amalfi Coast alone, but that would be to miss out on everything else in the area. So this Amalfi Coast itinerary actually foresees one full day to the villages of the Amalfi Coast itself (and absolute minimum).
Take advantage of Sorrento’s close proximity to one of Italy’s most feted spots, and see the main highlights of the Amalfi Coast – Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello in just one day. Here’s how.
Start with Positano, the mainland’s equivalent to Capri. Glamour and picture-perfect sights are the order of the day here: from the perfect beach with its dramatic backdrop of houses clinging to a mountainside, to the rows of boutique stores offering some truly unique fashions.
You can even have your own custom-made sandals made here while you wait, before popping back into the sunshine for a freshly-made gelato.
Next is Amalfi, a town that was a trading superpower in the medieval age. It is much smaller these days, thanks to an earthquake in 1343 which caused most of the city to slide into the sea.
But some things remain: Amalfi possesses the absolute must-visit sight of the Duomo, the towering cathedral which dominates the main piazza of the town.
For a small fee, you can enter and see Roman sarcophagi in the cloisters, beautiful religious artifacts in the treasury, and the remains of a saint in the cathedral itself. It’s a wonderful building and a nice respite from the bustle of the Amalfi Coast’s crowds.
To finish off your Amalfi Coast trio, head to the mountaintop town of Ravello. Visit the gardens of Villa Rufolo and prepare yourself for one of the best views on the entire Amalfi Coast.
Head straight through the gardens until you reach the terrace and take in the beauty of blue skies meeting blue seas, whilst the towns of the coast tumble down the mountainsides.
Another must-see in Ravello is the garden of a 5* luxury hotel Villa Cimbrone. The views from Terrazza dell’Infinito are amazing and you can visit the gardens even if you don’t stay at the hotel.
If you like jaw-dropping sceneries (who doesn’t right?), make sure to check this out for some of the best views of the Amalfi Coast. One of the best ways to enjoy the jaw-dropping scenery of the Amalfi Coast is to hike the famous Sentiero degli Dei (the Path of the Gods).
Practical Information: Although you can take a ferry from Sorrento to Positano, the most budget-friendly option is going by bus. If you go to Sorrento’s train station and buy an all-day bus ticket from the tobacconist by the entrance stairs, you can take in all of the Amalfi Coast’s towns for a very reasonable cost of about 7 EUR.
Simply cross over the road outside the train station to catch a bus headed to Amalfi; Positano will be your first stop. When you’ve explored there, get back on the bus to go to Amalfi, and catch an additional bus from there to Ravello.
TIP: Remember to validate your bus ticket when you get on board. Also bear in mind that the buses get extremely busy in high season; the earlier you can get there, the better. And if you want really good views out of the window, sit on the seats to your left!
However – if you visit in the high season – the buses are often crowded and the traffic is really bad. Taking a boat is much more comfortable.
Tour suggestions: An alternative way to see the Amalfi Coast is by joining organized day tours. Here are some of the best options: a group tour from Naples, a private day trip from Naples, or the Amalfi Coast day tour from Rome.
TIP: If you are staying in Sorrento and just visiting the Amalfi Coast for a day, this full-day boat tour from Sorrento is one of the absolute best options to see all the top places in a day. Especially if you are traveling in the high season.
Day 2 – Sorrento
No Amalfi Coast itinerary would be complete without visiting Sorrento!
Take it easy on your second day along the Amalfi Coast, and explore the pretty town of Sorrento. It’s a beautiful place where you can find a more authentic Italian way of life. Scenic streets with their small shops and gelato parlors make Sorrento an ideal destination for serious shoppers and families alike.
Must-see locations in Sorrento include the Church of St. Francesco, which has a beautiful cloister area attached to the side of the church, the stunning views across the bay to Naples and Vesuvius, as well as the otherworldly ruined mill at the Vallone dei Mulini.
But Sorrento’s simple pleasures are the best: do some people-watching at Piazza Tasso, or stock up on lemon-flavored treats in the shopping streets to the west of the piazza.
Our personal favorite thing to do in Sorrento is enjoying an aperitivo and seafood dinner on the terrace of a small fishermen’s restaurant O’ Puledrone at Marina Grande. We also really enjoyed the visit to the lemon grove in the middle of the city, I Giardini di Cataldo. They sell all kinds of lemon delicacies, from ice creams and sorbets to marmalades and limoncello.
Practical Information: Sorrento is small and friendly. Unless you’re planning to explore the surrounding suburbs, you can easily explore the town on foot.
Be aware that if you want to go down to the port, you can either take the staircase at the north side of Piazza Tasso, or follow a longer, winding road. If mobility is an issue, there is a bus that you can catch at the port to bring you back up to town.
TIP: You may be tempted by the pizza in the cafes on Piazza Tasso, but you pay for the location. Go a little further down Corso Italia and check out Franco’s Pizzeria instead. It’s the best pizza outside of Naples, in a small and friendly restaurant, and at a fraction of the cost of the tourist spots.
Good to know: You don’t really need an entire day for Sorrento town itself. So take it easy, head to the beach, spend some time by the pool of your hotel, take a cooking class, go on a fishing trip, or book a sunset cruise. It will make your stay so much more enjoyable!
Day 3 – Capri
On your third day on the Amalfi Coast, spoil yourself with a trip to one of the world’s most glamorous locations, Capri island. It’s another location you must include in your Amalfi Coast itinerary!
Capri is a jewel of an island in a sapphire-blue sea. Synonymous with the rich and famous, it’s been visited by everyone from Emperor Tiberius, to Jackie Onassis, to Taylor Swift…
You can while away the hours doing serious damage to your bank account in the designer-laden shops, or taking in the natural beauty on some glorious hiking trails.
Blue Grotto is top of most visitor bucket lists: a cave located just off the sea, where the water turns a brilliant, luminous blue. Also popular are boat tours around the entirety of the island’s coast, a highlight being the Faraglioni rocks, where your boat passes through a natural tunnel at the base of the towering rocks.
You can arrange a tour at the Marina with various local companies, or avoid disappointment and book one in advance. Here’s the best price/quality Capri Island boat tour that I found (it includes both, Blue Grotto, as well as Faraglioni rocks).
If you don’t want to stay at sea level, catch a bus from Capri Town to Anacapri. It takes just 10 minutes and costs around 2 EUR.
Once there, you can get a chairlift up to the summit of Monte Solaro, the island’s highest point. Here you can soak in one of the finest views you’ll ever see, of the lusciously green isle surrounded by sparkling blue seas.
TIP: Capri tends to be expensive, but you can get one of the island’s finest sights for next to nothing. Walk through Capri Town, and navigate your way to the Giardini di Augusto. The entrance cost is just 1.5 EUR and you can enjoy stunning views of the blue waters underneath the snaking footpath of Via Krupp, or the Faraglioni rocks in the other direction.
Practical Information: To reach Capri, go to Sorrento’s Marina Piccolo (don’t be confused by the names of Sorrento’s marinas – Marina Piccolo is the big one, Marina Grande is the small one!), and buy a ticket from any of the booths which are marked with “Capri”. The journey will take about 20-30 minutes, and cost anything from 20 to 35 EUR, depending on the time of day. Earlier in the day tends to be cheaper.
LEARN MORE: How to Visit Capri from Sorrento
Tour suggestions: You can also visit Capri with organized tours. Here is one of the best-rated options from Sorrento: Capri full-day small-group boat tour.
READ ALSO: Best things to do in Capri & Things to do in Anacapri & Where to Stay in Capri
Day 4 – Pompeii
It would be wrong to visit the Naples region and not visit its most famous historic site! The Roman town of Pompeii was destroyed in 79 AD when the nearby volcano of Vesuvius erupted, causing a chain of events so destructive that they wiped out the town’s population and buried it under a thick layer of solidified ash.
Visiting Pompeii is the closest you’ll ever get to traveling back in time, as you walk over the same cobblestones and enter the same temples and amphitheaters as the ancient Romans did.
It’s extremely easy to reach Pompeii from Sorrento. You can take a 30-minute train from Sorrento’s train station, which is located just off the central Corso Italia. You can catch any train heading to Napoli and alight at Pompei Villa Dei Misteri station. It’s a short walk from here to the site’s entrance; just follow the row of souvenir stalls.
Practical Information: If you don’t want to waste your time standing in line, you may consider buying fast-track tickets for Pompeii in advance. Also, prepare to get hot! Pompeii is notoriously unforgiving in the sun, and the savvy traveler plans accordingly.
Take plenty of water (there’s a cafe on site if you do run out), use plenty of sunscreen, and wear a hat and sunglasses. There’s very little shade in Pompeii. You can hide from the sun inside the cafe or in one of the few buildings with a roof. It’s also advisable not to wear heeled shoes – the Roman cobblestones and pavements are awkward to walk on even when wearing flats. Your ankles will thank you for it!
TIP: Don’t push yourself too hard in trying to see all of Pompeii in one day – I’ve been three times, and still haven’t seen it all! Plus, you may not want to spend the whole day here either, especially if it’s hot.
You’ll be given a map with your ticket: identify the key things you want to see and treat everything else as a bonus. Make sure not to miss the Forum, the Villa of the Mysteries, the House of the Faun, the Cave Canem sign, the Lupinarium, or the amphitheater.
PRO TIP: If you want to see the musts of Pompeii in just a few hours, I highly recommend joining a guided walking tour with an archeologist. It covers all the highlights in the most efficient way – you would never see (or understand) half as much on your own. You can still explore a bit more of the site on your own after your guide leaves you at the end of the tour. This is what we did – using additional tips our guide gave us.
Tour suggestions: Pompeii is also a popular destination for organized day trips. Ideally, you combine with Mt Vesuvius – it will make your day more diverse. You can visit Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius with these highly-rated tours from Naples or Sorrento or from Amalfi Coast, and even from Rome.
READ ALSO: How to Visit Mount Vesuvius
Day 5 – Naples
Some people are put off Naples by the city’s reputation of being dirty, unfriendly, and crime-ridden. Don’t believe the rumors – if you pass up on Naples, you’ll be missing out on one of Italy’s most authentic cities. It’s a must if you have 4-5 days at the Amalfi Coast.
Napoli might have a few rough edges, but after five visits there, I’ve never once had any problems. The people are friendly (especially if you attempt to speak in Italian!), the historic sites are world-class, and the scenes are far prettier than some would have you believe. Not to mention that the food in Naples is out of this world!
A definite must-visit is the Archaeological Museum. If you have an interest in Roman history – or if you acquired one during your visit to Pompeii – then the National Archaeological Museum is one of the foremost places of study in the world.
You’ll be able to see the original artifacts discovered in Pompeii and Herculaneum, which were removed and kept in the museum for their own preservation. Most notorious is the Secret Cabinet room, where you can see some of the more erotic discoveries! Add to that the famous Farnese Marbles statue collection and a huge array of Egyptian artifacts, and you have a full day for any fan of classical history.
Another sight you won’t forget in a hurry is the Church of Gesú Nuovo. Entry is free, and a building that looks curiously plain and rectangular from the outside will suddenly bloom into a riot of color when you step inside. Take in the beautiful blues and golds of the ceiling, and the religious artworks which line the walls.
Just nearby, check out the monastery of Santa Chiara – its gardens and cloisters are among the most beautiful places in Naples!
For the best views of Naples, take the funicular up to Castel Sant’Elmo.
READ ALSO: One Day in Naples (what to see and itinerary)
Some other popular things to do in Naples include the Naples Catacombs, an underground tour, food tours, and pizza-making classes. And if you have more time, visit the Royal Palace of Caserta, a bit outside the town.
If you like history, then don’t miss the Herculaneum archeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most preserved ancient cities.
LEARN MORE: Best Things to Do in Naples & Where to Stay in Naples
No visit to Naples would be complete without tasting the world-famous pizza of Naples!
The reputation for having the best pizza in the world is absolutely accurate: with tomatoes that have been freshly picked from the rich soil around Mt Vesuvius, mozzarella cheese that is made nearby, and the expertise of generations of Neapolitan pizzaiolos, you won’t find a better one.
TIP: My favorite pizza is to be found at L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele, not far from the Central station. Just make sure to get there early to avoid the inevitable queues!
Practical Information: All trains from Sorrento station have a final destination of Naples, so you really can’t go wrong. I personally like to catch the train to Naples in the morning, then head down to Molo Beverello port and catch the ferry back to Sorrento in the afternoon. You avoid the crowded rush hour on the trains and put your feet up on the ferry’s more comfortable seats after a day’s walking.
Practical tips for visiting the Amalfi Coast
Best time to visit Amalfi Coast
With its mild-Mediterranean climate, Amalfi Coast is a year-round destination. Visit in spring or autumn for nice weather for sightseeing and fewer crowds, or in summer for the beaches.
READ ALSO: Best Time to Visit Europe
Where to stay when visiting Amalfi Coast
Although I usually like to backpack my way around an area and stay in a different hotel every night, I don’t recommend this strategy for Amalfi Coast. Instead, I find it far better to take advantage of the reasonable accommodation costs and transport links of Sorrento, which sits right in the middle of the region.
Staying in Sorrento allows you to make day trips with short journey times to all of the local areas of interest, whilst keeping a ‘home base’. Furthermore, it’s much cheaper to stay in Sorrento than in the little villages of the Amalfi Coast itself, not to mention Capri.
Best hotels in Sorrento. Sorrento has hotels and accommodations for all types of travelers: from high-end hotels to B&Bs and hostels, as well as local agriturismos out in the hills surrounding the town. Here are some suggestions for all budgets:
- €€€€€ Hotel Belair – luxury cliff-side hotel with amazing views.
- €€€€ Grand Hotel Riviera – a more affordable luxury with a fantastic location, beach access, and amazing sea views.
- €€€ Hotel Sorrento City – mid-budget hotel in the city center.
- €€ Ulisse Deluxe Hostel – the best-rated budget hotel in Sorrento.
My experience & recommendation: One of my favorite places to stay in Sorrento is the Hotel Del Mare at Marina Grande. This charming little fishing harbor is one of the more local parts of Sorrento. It’s about 20 minutes walk from the central station or 15 minutes from the main harbor, but makes a great base for exploring the Amalfi Coast region!
READ ALSO: Where to Stay on the Amalfi Coast (detailed info about all the best towns)
How to get to Sorrento from Naples
Most people arrive at the Amalfi Coast via Naples airport. Here’s how to reach Sorrento from Naples:
- Private taxi pickup. A number of local companies offer private transfers. You can book your transfer here – it’s usually much cheaper than having your hotel or accommodation arrange it for you. This is where we booked all our transfers on the most recent visit to the Amalfi Coast.
- Train. Catch a shuttle bus or taxi from the airport and travel to Napoli Garibaldi station. Get on a Circumvesuviana train which has Sorrento as its final destination. The journey will take about an hour and ten minutes.
- Ferry. Catch a shuttle bus or taxi from the airport to Molo Beverello port in Naples and take a ferry to Sorrento. The ferry trip takes 40 minutes.
READ ALSO: How to get from Naples to the Amalfi Coast
So here it is, my suggested 5 day itinerary for the best of Amalfi Coast. There’s so much to see in the Naples – Amalfi Coast region that you could easily spend much more time here and never get bored.
Once you’ve been there, you’ll see why it’s one of the most-visited regions in the world. With a rich mix of culture, food, history, fashion, glamour, and amazing scenery, Amalfi Coast truly has something for everyone. You’ll definitely want to come back very, very soon!
TIP: If you have the time, plan a few more days in the region! That way, you can see everything at a more relaxed pace, take the time to explore deeper, and enjoy the scenery, the beaches, and local foods! Take a look at our 10-day Naples, Amalfi Coast, and Capri itinerary for more information and inspiration for a longer trip.
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About the author. Nicky Cade spent too many years not traveling thanks to crippling travel anxiety, before finally defeating her fears. She now runs That Anxious Traveller, a blog devoted to travel and how to overcome travel anxiety, chronicling both her rediscovery of the world and her inevitable embarrassing travel fails.
Thanks again to our guest writer Nicky for these great Amalfi Coast itinerary suggestions. This article has inspired us to explore this beautiful part of Italy as well, and you can now find many more guides to the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Naples area on our blog.
TIP: If you are planning a trip to Italy, make sure to also check our Italy travel guide. It covers lots of amazing destinations all over Italy and is filled with trip inspiration, itineraries, and practical tips for your visit.
READ ALSO: Most Beautiful Towns and Cities to Visit in Italy
More tips for your trip to Italy:
- Where to go: Best Places to Visit in Italy
- What to eat: Traditional Italian Food by Region
- Rome: Tips for Planning a Trip to Rome & Must-see Sights in Rome & Hidden Gems of Rome
- Venice: Best Things to Do in Venice & Tips for a Gondola Ride in Venice & 1 Day in Venice
- Florence: Best Things to Do in Florence & 1 Day in Florence & Florence Rooftop Bars & Hotels
- Cinque Terre: Practical Cinque Terre Guide & 1 Day in Cinque Terre
- Tuscany: Best Towns in Tuscany & Tuscany Itinerary & Siena & Montepulciano
- Garda Lake: Best Things to Do in Lake Garda & Lake Garda Itinerary
- Milan: Best Things to Do in Milan & One Day in Milan
- Como Lake: Best Things to Do in Lake Como & Bellagio & Como & Varenna & Where to Stay in Lake Como
- Dolomites: Best Hikes in the Dolomites & Best Places in the Dolomites & Best Lakes in the Dolomites & Dolomites Itinerary & Where to Stay in the Dolomites
- Emilia Romagna: Bologna & Rimini & Ravenna & Emilia Romagna Itinerary
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Jack
Wednesday 27th of September 2023
This post was so useful, thank you so much!
I am getting married next Saturday (7th October) and we've left organising a hobeymoon to the last minute, partly because we've got a 7-month-old baby.
Do you think the Amalfi coast would be a good place for a honeymoon with a baby at the end of October/beginning of November? (I am a teacher so constrained by term dates.) One thought I had was we could perhaps stay a bit longer than five days, under the assumption that we'd probably achieve less in each day than your blog suggests as babies can be a bit time-consuming!
Any ideas or feedback you have would be hugely appreciated :-)
Jurga
Saturday 30th of September 2023
Hi Jack, first of all, congratulations. As for the Amalfi Coast, I'd have a few concerns - the season (it's the end of it, so places might start to close (also ferries, etc.) plus the weather uncertainty). Second, unless you are planning on using a baby carrier, it's going to be difficult with a stroller. Not just on Amalfi Coast, but also in Capri or if you want to visit places like Pompeii or Mt Vesuvius. But apart from that, it's a wonderful area and I'm sure you'll love it. You just need to do a bit more research so that you know exactly what to expect from the practical side. Hope this helps a bit.
Elisabeth
Wednesday 27th of September 2023
Hi, i trying to follow a few of your itineraries, I'm planning to go to Italy 2024 October, for 3 weeks; planes are arriving in Naples for two days and then staying in Sorrento for the Amalfi Coast ( 4 days), flying to Roma for four days, Tuscany for 2 weeks o more depended if I can find painting classes in acrylic, and finish with Venice and Milan, to fly back home. It is too much around? or do I need to start in Rome o Venice and then come back down?
Jurga
Wednesday 27th of September 2023
Hi Elisabeth, you can start/end anywhere you like depending on the flights you find. Just do not fly within Italy, e.g. from Naples to Rome, or Rome to Florence or Venice - it's so much easier by train. You can find a sample 2-week Italy itinerary here, and you can easily reverse it too. If you are traveling in October, it would probably be wise to start in the north and end in the south - that way, you have more chances of better weather everywhere throughout your trip (but that is, of course, never guaranteed). Have a great trip!
felicia
Monday 20th of March 2023
Hi Jurga I find your articles on travelling to naples and amalfi coast very helpful and interesting. It has helped me in my planning for the oct 2023. However i would appreciate if you could comment or advise me on my itinerary to fine tune my trip. I have 21 days to play around. Fly in on oct 8 rome and leave rome on oct 29. Here is my itinerary
Rome 4 days Naples (via train) 3 days sorrento (via train) 4 days ( to see sorrento, capri, positano and almalfi based in sorrento ) Milan (via train) 3 days ( with day trip to lake como ) Venice ( 2 days ) The remaining days i am thinking of going to alberobello but dont know how to fit it in. Is there a way to do it? i have already been to florence and bologna and cinque terra. Would appreciate if you could give me some suggestions .
thank you so much.
Felicia
Monday 20th of March 2023
Thanks for your suggestion and I will make the necessary changes.
Jurga
Monday 20th of March 2023
Hi Felicia, unfortunately, I really have no time to help our readers with individual itineraries. There are just too many factors to consider. Just one thing - why would you go the south (Naples), then north (Milan - Venice), and then south (Alberobello) again? It's much more logical to start with one region and end in the other instead of going up and down. Taking into account the season when you travel, I'd start with the north first and then go south. You could even fly bigger distances (Venice to Bari for example). Good luck with the planning!
Olga Trivino
Wednesday 15th of March 2023
Hi Jurga, Really enjoying reading this article, my husband and I are going on a cruise for 10 days in June leaving from Barcelona and stopping in the following ports in Italy: 2 days in Livorno, 1 day in Rome and 1 day in Naples, what activities do you recommend for us to do. We also stop in Marseille, Cannes, Palma de Mallorca and Ibiza. I appreciate your suggestions.
Jurga
Wednesday 15th of March 2023
Hi Olga, all these areas have so much to offer that it's really difficult to advise. Everyone has different interests. You can stay in Naples the whole day and still not see everything (take a look at this 1-day Naples itinerary), or you can take a tour to Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius, or visit Capri, or go to the Amalfi Coast. The choice is really difficult and there is no way to see 'everything' in a day, not even in a few days. So you'll have to pick one place based on your interests. A shore excursion like this one can be a good way to quickly get a glimpse of some of the most popular places in just a day. In Rome, I'd definitely just stay in the city. You can hire a guide with transportation from the cruise port, or make your own way to the city (see the options here) and use this 1-day Rome itinerary and plan your day. It's similar for pretty much any other port on your cruise itinerary... You can't see it all, so just focus on the areas/sights/attractions that interest you the most. Hope this helps.
Lisa Womeldorf
Friday 10th of March 2023
Hi! I am traveling with a friend and 2 adult children to Italy in high season, July. We will stay in Sorrento for 2 days, travel to Capri for 2 days-boat or ferry over from Sorrento and then move on to the Amalfi Coast for 4 days or so and then move on to Rome. Trying to figure out a central place on the Amalfi Coast to stay and then travel up and down the coast, day-tripping. Not sure if this is wise. Wanting to stay possibly in Ravello. Is this an OK idea? We would sightsee from here.
We are interested in a cooking class and going to a winery you wrote about in the mountains. Can you give us any advice?
Jurga
Saturday 11th of March 2023
Hi Lisa, Ravello is ok, but it's on the hill so you'll need to take a bus/taxi to Amalfi town every time you want to go somewhere. Amalfi town might be a bit easier for excursions, but if you don't mind that extra step, Ravello is beautiful. You can find more information and things to consider in our guide on where to stay on the Amalfi Coast. Since you are already staying in Sorrento and in Capri as well, I'd indeed spend a few days on the Amalfi Coast itself. As for tours, here are a few recommendations: * Mt Vesuvius winery tour (you'll need your own transport for this one) * Mt Vesuvius wine tasting tour from Pompeii (you can easily get to Pompeii from Sorrento by train) * Walking and winery/cellar tour from Agerola (you can get there by bus from Amalfi town). * Many more options for winery tours here. * Cooking class in Amalfi. * More cooking classes in that area - see here. Hope this helps.