Sorrento to Capri: Small Group Boat Tour with Blue Grotto
Sail the Tyrrhenian Sea, explore hidden grottos, and discover the legendary landscapes of Capri in one unforgettable day.
The Sorrento to Capri boat tour offers a rare opportunity to experience the island's most iconic coastal landmarks, from the celebrated Blue Grotto to the towering Faraglioni rock formations, all within a single, carefully guided small-group excursion.
Departing from the Sorrento area with convenient hotel pick-up, this full-day journey takes you around the entire perimeter of Capri by sea. Natural archways, multi-colored grottos, historic villas, and rugged limestone cliffs unfold one after another as the boat traces the island's coastline.
Between guided sights, you will have the chance to swim in clear turquoise waters and enjoy refreshments on board. A generous three to four hours of free time ashore allows you to explore Capri's piazzas, lanes, and viewpoints at your own pace.
The return crossing includes a limoncello tasting, a fitting close to a day spent among the flavors and scenery of the Campanian coast. All itinerary elements are subject to sea and weather conditions at the discretion of the captain.
Tour Highlights
Visit the Blue Grotto, one of Italy's most celebrated sea caves, where light filters through the water to create a vivid electric-blue glow inside the cavern.
Admire the White and Green Grottos from the water, each offering a distinct palette shaped by the interplay of sunlight and the sea.
Pass the Faraglioni rock stacks, three dramatic formations rising up to 100 meters above the surface, including the iconic archway of the Faraglione di Mezzo.
Spot the Natural Arch, a spectacular granite formation carved by centuries of wind and sea erosion on the eastern cliffs of the island.
View the Villa Curzio Malaparte, a landmark of modernist architecture perched dramatically on a rocky promontory along Capri's eastern coast.
Take in the Punta Carena Lighthouse, which commands the southwestern tip of the island and offers some of the most striking coastal panoramas.
Enjoy a limoncello tasting on the return voyage, savoring a signature product of the Sorrentine Peninsula as you head back across the bay.
Itinerary Overview
Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel or a designated meeting point in the Sorrento area. You are then transferred to the departure port, where the boat and your group will be ready to set off.
The boat circles the island, passing the White Grotto, Green Grotto, Natural Arch, Faraglioni rocks, Villa Curzio Malaparte, and the Punta Carena Lighthouse. All sights are viewed from the water or entered depending on conditions.
The boat approaches the entrance to the Blue Grotto, where small rowboats carry visitors inside the cave. Entry is subject to sea conditions and waiting time; the visit is guaranteed where circumstances allow.
The captain pauses at suitable spots along the route for swimming in the crystal-clear waters around the island. Snacks and drinks are available on board during the tour.
You disembark and have three to four hours to explore the island independently. The Marina Grande area, Capri town, and the heights of Anacapri are all within reach during this period.
The journey back across the bay includes a tasting of limoncello, the lemon liqueur synonymous with this stretch of the Italian coast. You are returned to your original pick-up point in Sorrento.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in the Sorrento area
- Transfer to and from the departure port
- Small group boat tour around the island of Capri
- Blue Grotto visit (weather and sea conditions permitting)
- Swim stops at designated locations
- Snacks and drinks on board
- Limoncello tasting on the return journey
- Skipper and on-board assistance throughout
Not Included
- Blue Grotto entrance fee (paid separately on site)
- Rowboat fee for Blue Grotto entry (paid separately on site)
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals ashore during free time
- Gratuities for the crew
- Any personal expenses during free time in Capri
Important Information
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