Private Boat Tour of Capri by Gozzo & Convertible Taxi4.9(80 Reviews)9 hours
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4.9(80 Reviews)
Private Boat Tour of Capri by Gozzo & Convertible Taxi
9hDuration
Max 12 peopleGroup Size
English, Spanish, French, ItalianSpeaking Guide
Mobile ticketAccepted
About this experience
Duration9 Hours
Group SizePrivate Tour
Starts AtSorrento
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian
Private Day Tour — Capri Island
Capri Private Tour by Typical Gozzo Boat and Open-Top Taxi Cabrio
A full-day private journey combining a classic gozzo coastal cruise with a guided open-top taxi tour of Capri's most celebrated landmarks.
This Capri private tour by gozzo boat and taxi cabrio combines two iconic ways to experience the island — from the sea and from the road — offering a layered perspective of one of Italy's most celebrated destinations. Starting from the mainland, you board a traditional gozzo vessel for a three-hour coastal cruise before exploring the island's hilltop villages, viewpoints, and historic gardens by private open-top taxi.
Capri rewards those who venture both above and below its dramatic cliffs. On the water, you will navigate past sculpted rock arches, enter glittering sea grottos, and anchor near the Faraglioni stacks for a swim in clear turquoise waters. On land, a private guide leads you through the layers of the island, from the animated Piazzetta at its social center to the serene hilltop sanctuary of Anacapri.
The itinerary is structured to balance curated visits with personal freedom. Time is set aside along Via Camerelle for independent browsing, and the pace throughout the day is relaxed rather than rushed. The combination of sea, culture, and landscape makes this a well-rounded introduction to Capri for first-time visitors and a deeper exploration for those returning.
Accessibility throughout is rated easy, requiring no significant physical exertion beyond normal walking. The open-top taxi handles the island's steep terrain, while the gozzo provides comfortable seating and shade during the coastal cruise.
Tour Highlights
A three-hour private gozzo cruise along Capri's dramatic coastline, passing sea grottos, natural arches, and the iconic Faraglioni rock formations.
A guided tour of the island aboard a classic open-top taxi, with stops at Capri's most celebrated panoramic and cultural sites.
A chairlift ride to Monte Solaro, the highest point on the island, offering unobstructed 360-degree views across the Gulf of Naples.
Exploration of Anacapri's quieter streets, the Villa San Michele gardens, and its celebrated hand-painted majolica floor depicting the Garden of Eden.
Free time along Via Camerelle, Capri's renowned luxury shopping street, with boutiques ranging from international fashion houses to local artisan workshops.
A stop at the Giardini di Augusto, terraced gardens framing postcard views over the Faraglioni rocks and the vertiginous curves of Via Krupp below.
Optional visit to the Blue Grotto, the world-famous sea cave illuminated by a naturally occurring underwater light effect, subject to sea and weather conditions.
Tour Itinerary
1
Departure from Sorrento — Madonna del Soccorso Church
Your guide meets you at the entrance of the church Madonna del Soccorso in Sorrento, the starting point for the ferry crossing to Capri. This historic waterfront location provides straightforward access to the port and ferry services.
2
Marina Grande and Funicular Ascent to Capri Town
Arriving at Marina Grande, Capri's principal port and original fishing village, you board the island's historic funicular to reach the elevated town center. The ascent provides an immediate sense of the island's dramatic topography.
3
Capri Town — Piazzetta, Via Camerelle, and Gardens of Augustus
Your private guide leads you through the Piazzetta, the animated social hub of the island, before continuing to Via Camerelle for free shopping time. The route concludes at the Giardini di Augusto, where terraced viewpoints overlook the Faraglioni and the cliffside path of Via Krupp below.
4
Anacapri — Monte Solaro Chairlift and Villa San Michele
The open-top taxi transfers you to Anacapri, the calmer upper village of the island, where a single-seat chairlift carries you to the summit of Monte Solaro at 589 meters. Nearby, Villa San Michele offers a combination of historic architecture, sculpture gardens, and its celebrated majolica floor.
5
Private Gozzo Boat Tour — Grottos, Faraglioni, and Punta Carena
A three-hour private cruise departs from the island's coast, covering the White Grotto with its limestone formations, the Green Grotto on the southern shore, and the Faraglioni rock stacks where a swimming stop is included. The route also passes the Punta Carena lighthouse on the southwestern tip of the island.
6
Optional — Blue Grotto Visit
Subject to sea conditions and operational access, the tour includes the option to visit the Blue Grotto, a sea cave renowned for the electric blue luminescence created by sunlight refracting through an underwater opening. Entry fees to the grotto are not included in the tour price.
What Is Included
Included
Private gozzo boat tour (3 hours)
Private open-top taxi cabrio tour of the island
Private licensed guide throughout the day
Ferry transfer from Sorrento to Capri (mainland departure point)
Funicular ticket from Marina Grande to Capri town
Monte Solaro chairlift ride in Anacapri
Visit to the Giardini di Augusto (Gardens of Augustus)
Stop at Villa San Michele, Anacapri
Not Included
Blue Grotto entrance fee (optional, payable locally)
Blue Grotto rowboat surcharge (optional, payable locally)
Meals, drinks, and personal expenses
Gratuities for guide and boat crew
Travel insurance
Any services not explicitly listed as included
Important Information
Please read the following details carefully before booking. Some elements of this tour are subject to weather and sea conditions, particularly the gozzo boat cruise and the optional Blue Grotto visit.
Duration
The full tour runs for approximately 9 hours, combining the boat excursion, guided land tour, and ferry transfers. Actual duration may vary depending on sea conditions and site access.
What to Bring
Bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes, swimwear for the boat stop near the Faraglioni, and a light layer for the boat. A small bag for personal items and shopping is recommended.
Cancellation Policy
Please refer to the booking platform's cancellation terms at the time of reservation. Weather-related modifications to the boat section are at the operator's discretion for safety reasons.
Accessibility
The tour is rated easy and is generally suitable for most fitness levels. Some cobblestoned streets and stairways exist in Capri town. The gozzo boat involves boarding at sea level and may require a step onto the vessel.
Age Range
This tour is suitable for all ages. Children are welcome and will find the boat cruise and scenic chairlift particularly engaging. Please inform the operator of any young children at the time of booking.
Reserve Your Private Capri Experience
Spaces on this private tour are limited by design. Booking in advance is strongly recommended, particularly during the summer season when demand for private gozzo cruises and guided island tours is at its highest.
No. Access to the Blue Grotto depends on sea conditions and the official opening status managed by local authorities. Entry is also not included in the tour price and must be paid locally if the grotto is accessible on the day.
Where exactly does the tour begin?▼
The tour starts at the entrance of the Madonna del Soccorso church in Sorrento, where your private guide will meet you before accompanying the group to the ferry terminal for the crossing to Capri.
Can the gozzo boat tour be cancelled due to weather?▼
Yes. If sea conditions are deemed unsafe by the operator or the local port authority, the boat portion of the tour may be modified or replaced. Your guide will advise on the day and offer the best available alternative.
Is this tour genuinely private or shared with other travelers?▼
This is a fully private tour. The gozzo boat, open-top taxi, and guide are reserved exclusively for your group, with no other travelers joining the itinerary.
Is the Monte Solaro chairlift suitable for children and older travelers?▼
The chairlift is a single-seat open-air lift and requires passengers to board and dismount independently. It is generally suitable for older children and adults, though those with mobility concerns or a fear of heights should assess their own comfort level before boarding.
Are meals or refreshments included during the tour?▼
Meals and drinks are not included. The itinerary includes time at the Piazzetta and in Anacapri where cafes and restaurants are available, and the guide can suggest suitable options based on your preferences.
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This private tour operates between Sorrento on the Sorrentine Peninsula and the island of Capri, located in the Gulf of Naples, Campania, southern Italy. The meeting point is in central Sorrento, a coastal town approximately 50 kilometers south of Naples and well connected by ferry to Capri. The island of Capri sits roughly 5 kilometers off the tip of the Sorrentine Peninsula and is divided into two municipalities: Capri town in the lower eastern section and Anacapri in the elevated western section. Key geographic landmarks visited include Marina Grande (the main port), the Piazzetta (central square of Capri town), Monte Solaro (589 meters, the island's highest point), the Faraglioni rock stacks on the southeastern coast, Punta Carena on the southwestern tip, and a series of sea grottos including the Blue Grotto on the northwest coast and the Green Grotto on the southern shore. The tour covers the full coastal perimeter of the island by boat and the primary inland sites by private open-top taxi, giving visitors comprehensive geographic coverage of one of the Tyrrhenian Sea's most visited islands.
Location: Capri, Gulf of Naples, Campania, Italy | Tour Type: Private Full-Day Excursion | Transport: Traditional Gozzo Boat + Open-Top Taxi Cabrio | Difficulty: Easy | Duration: 9 Hours | Key Sites: Blue Grotto, Faraglioni, Monte Solaro, Anacapri, Piazzetta, Via Camerelle, Giardini di Augusto, Villa San Michele, Punta Carena Lighthouse | Season: Year-round (weather dependent) | Suitable For: All ages, families, couples, first-time visitors to Capri
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