SORRENTO · ITALY
Sorrento’s best days out.
The 15 most popular half-day tours you can book from Sorrento, with what each one costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.
Half-day Pompeii tour from Sorrento with a guide, headsets, and included entry. See the Forum, baths, and Lupanare, return mid-afternoon.
Most Popular“The guide was rude and unprofessional, very short and NEEDS DIVERSITY TRAINING, for black American clients who book this tour!”
Skip-ticket shuttle from Naples to Mount Vesuvius. Air-conditioned ride, self-paced crater hike, and Bay of Naples panoramas in 3.5 hours.
“There was some initial confusion with pickup time provided but our driver waited for us. He provided us with interesting facts about the volcano on the drive up. Sit close to the front if you want to hear everything because there isn’t a microphone. We had about 1.5 hours to hike to the top, look…”
Half-day Pompeii from Sorrento with priority entry, a real guide, and enough time to see the key ruins without the worst crowds.
“Very interesting tour, our guide on the bus Roberta and the Pompeii guide Alessio were great.”
Skip Pompeii lines on a 2-hour private tour with an art-historian guide: Teatro, Forum, Stabian Baths, and Lupanar.
“Hugley engaging for everyone in our group, we had been on a coach tour in Pompeii previously and did not rate it. Lello brought Pompeii alive so you could understand what life was like when it was the busy city it was and also what happened when the volcano erupted. I personally love detail and…”
Half-day small-group boat trip from Sorrento to Capri with swim stops, Faraglioni viewpoints, and a Blue Grotto visit option.
“It was great Trip just had question why they don’t pick up from big marina ? While it’s convenient for everyone,”
Agerola farmhouse cooking class on the Amalfi Coast. Make tiramisù, fresh mozzarella, and pasta with wine and limoncello in 2 hours.
“Great experience! Beautiful farm and farmhouse, very knowledgeable, helpful and entertaining teacher (Giovanni), excellent house wines - both white and red - and fun. The lunch that we made was so fresh and delicious. The only thing that was challenging were the very narrow winding roads to get here, but obviously not their fault. I’m…”
Half-day boat tour from Positano with snorkeling, stops near Fiordo di Furore UNESCO, and included drinks on the water.
“Very nice afternoon out. My husband and son particularly liked it. Two spots where we could go swimming and snorkelling too.”
Private half-day Pompeii and Herculaneum tour with fast-track entry, transfers, and an English guide who explains what you’re seeing.
“We had an excellent private tour of both Pompeii and Herculaneum with our guide, Carla. We are especially grateful that she was patient enough to wait for us, as we were 45 minutes late due to a problem with the local train from Sorrento (apparently this is quite common and the express train is a…”
Half-day Herculaneum tour from Sorrento with an English guide, headset narration, and a guided walk through preserved Roman streets.
“We were told to arrive at the meeting point at 8:10 am but the bus was at least half an hour late. The tour guide at Ercolano was excellent.”
Half-day Amalfi Coast boat and snorkeling from Positano. Small group, towels, shower, Prosecco, and multiple swim stops.
“Our guide was Janero and he was so accommodating. The scenery was spectacular and the swimming memorable. We had champagne and lemon cello and he stopped at the best spots for picture taking.”
Private half-day boat from Positano for up to 5, with Furore fjord, Conca dei Marini, Amalfi, and an Emerald Grotto stop when conditions allow.
“It was a perfect afternoon on the Amalfi Coast! Sandro was a stellar host from start to finish! He was very responsive to our questions prior to our excursion. He was extremely knowledgeable and tailored the trip to our preferences. We swam and snorkeled in charming coves and grottos. We enjoyed amazing views and appreciated…”
A 4-hour private Amalfi Coast boat tour from Positano or Praiano with swim stops, prosecco, and UNESCO sights like Fiordo di Furore.
“During a cruise stop in Naples, we were able to create a customized excursion with help from Positano Boats. The setup and coordination was world-class and once we arrived at the port, it was time for an amazing experience on "Teacher", captained by Francesco.”
Make wood-fired pizza on a Sorrento farm with Gulf views, homemade wine, limoncello tasting, and easy central pick-up/drop-off.
“Francesco and his whole family are so welcoming and make sure you have a great time on their beautiful farm. If you’re looking for a great time making your own pizza, FABULOUS wine and a great time with all”
Private Path of the Gods hike from Pianillo to Positano with lunch at a trattoria. Sea views, local guides, and easy pacing.
“My family and I did the Path of the Gods hike with our guide Vincenzo. The trek was a great way to see a portion of the coast and Positano from a different perspective. Vincenzo was amazing! He had great knowledge of the history and would stop occaisionally to not only allow for photos but…”
Private half-day Capri cruise with snorkeling, Blue Grotto and Faraglioni sightings, and a guide who tailors the route for up to four.
“Our guide Gianluca was very friendly, helpful and nice. Overall we had an amazing experience thanks to him. I would definitely recommend this tour to my family and friends.”
From the lemon terraces of the peninsula to Capri, the Amalfi Coast and the cities under Vesuvius.
