Top Sorrento Half-day Tours

Don't just learn about Italian farm-to-table cooking—have the rare opportunity to immerse yourself in a real working farm on this half-day tour. Convenient transportation takes you from downtown Sorrento straight into nature. Upon arrival, explore olive and lemon groves, learn how wine is made, and discover the pace of farming life. Then, enjoy a generous sampling of the farm’s products, as well as a freshly prepared lunch.

Hop aboard for this private all-day boat excursion and cruise along the picturesque Amalfi Coast. Take in the beautiful sights and get the chance to swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean along the way. Plus, your captain can offer suggestions on where to eat lunch (not included).

Pompeii's massive ruins can be daunting to explore on your own. Skip the guidebook and map and instead take one of Italy's most evocative ancient sites with an engaging guide on this tour from Sorrento. Skip the crowded train and travel by coach, then skip admission lines and follow your guide to focus on the site's highlights in just a few hours. Marvel at excavated houses, marketplaces, baths, and frescoes remarkably preserved by ash, and learn about the civilization that once thrived here.

Discover the ruins of Pompei, a once-thriving Roman city, and learn about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius that destroyed it and served it for future generations all at the same time. See the Roman thermal baths and countless homes, monuments, temples, and buildings, and take in the atmosphere of this special place. Wander through the streets like a Roman, and see history come to life before your eyes.

Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii on this half-day trip from Sorrento. Led by an expert guide, pass the remains of the Thermal Baths, Lupanare, and the Forum as you learn the unique history behind Mt. Vesuvius’ deadly eruption in AD 79. This tour also conveniently includes the price of admission at the Pompeii archaeological site.

Capri’s most dazzling attractions can only be seen from the water. Enjoy a more premium experience than the big-boat tours when you book this intimate cruise from Sorrento. Snorkeling gear is included so you can explore sea caves in depth, while a prosecco toast with snacks adds an additional touch of style. There’s time to explore the island at your own pace before returning by a different route.

Discover the famous beauty of one of Italy’s most iconic shorelines with this full-day tour of the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento. Travel in an air-conditioned mini-coach along spectacular coastal roads, stopping to visit the region’s three most popular and beautiful villages—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. With tips from your knowledgeable guide, enjoy leisure time in each town to stroll narrow cobblestone streets and shop for unique handmade goods.

Explore the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast on this private full-day tour from Sorrento or Naples. Visit the famous towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello to walk the pretty streets, browse boutiques, or do whatever you like. Relax in comfort as your professional driver-guide navigates from town to town and offers informative commentary along the way. Customize the itinerary to suit your interests.

Discover the authentic taste of Sorrento! Walk through a historic lemon grove, enjoy fresh lemonade, then ride a traditional Ape Calessino to a family farm. Watch a live mozzarella show and enjoy a tasting of typical products: EVO olive oil, Provolone del Monaco DOP, mozzarella, ricotta, caciottina, local wine, homemade dessert, and limoncello. A true farm-to-table experience in the Sorrento countryside!

Italian cuisine is so regional that it’s hard to know what to eat where. Discover Sorrento’s signatures without the hassle of research or booking tables on this intimate walking tour led by a local guide. Sample at least six different dishes, likely including gnocchi, cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and cookies, and sip a glass of local red wine or limoncello. Along the way, discover the city’s history, geography, and culture.

Discover the parts of Capri that many visitors miss on this small-group, full-day boat tour. Embarking from the port of Sorrento, travel across the blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea in style. Head to the island’s hidden coves and beaches, try your hand at snorkeling (all equipment is included), and hop off to explore the town of Capri at your leisure. Free bottle of Prosecco, beer, soft drinks and seasonal fruit on board.

Sail to Capri by private boat during this half-day excursion from Sorrento. Discover hidden attractions only reachable from the water, from little-known cliffs and coves to the famous white, green, and blue grottoes. Refreshments and snorkeling equipment are provided. You’ll also get a chance to explore Capri at your own pace during a get-down stop.

Avoid the hassle of navigating the local train by yourself and enjoy skip-the-line admission to Pompeii with this fast-track tour. Meet your assistant at the Sorrento train station to board and get off just outside Pompeii, where you’ll head directly inside the ruins with your guide. Take in the top villas, temples, and more in just two hours before the return train to Sorrento.

The e-bike food and wine tour departing from Sorrento will take us towards Massa Lubrense through panoramic roads surrounded by greenery. Inside we will make a fantastic stop in a small hamlet of Massa Lubrense, Schiazzano. Here between one ride and another we will stop at a farm where our tour will come to life. Thanks to the hospitality of the Agritourism Company we will be able to closely witness the making of mozzarella and caciottine and taste them together with other products of "Il Turuziello" such as the renowned Provolone del Monaco D.O.P., nine types of flavored oils, fragrant bread and cheesecake. All accompanied by a good glass of wine and homemade limoncello! The tour we propose will allow you to discover unknown and uncontaminated corners of our land, far from mass tourism. A journey that aims to combine art, history and nature with the pleasure of slow and itinerant movement.

Take a break from the mainland and set sail to Capri on this small-group boat trip. Relax as you cruise around the Gulf of Naples, stopping at local beaches to swim and snorkel. Enjoy free time to explore the island of Capri on foot, with options to visit the Blue Grotto or simply relax in a cafe (own expense). Ideal for travelers looking to explore more of this area of Italy.

Take a break in the Sorrento hills with this farm visit and cookery class. Explore the farm's vineyard, citrus grove and animals all while relaxing in the countryside. Learn about local cheese-making techniques before getting hands-on in a pizza-making class. End your experience indulging in the fruits of your labor, along with dessert, wine and limoncello. Ideal for travelers looking to connect with local culture.

Every Italian city has its own regional signatures, and Sorrento is no exception. Skip the research and visit a wide range of family-run eateries and artisan food stores with your own personal guide on this culinary journey. Sample gnocchi, local cheeses and cured meats, lemon delights including cream cake and limoncello, and more at relaxed, sit-down tastings. You can ask as many questions as you like: It’s a private tour.

Get to the heart of Sorrento's food culture on this tour, where a guide can answer all your culinary questions and cater to your needs. Begin with a unique ice-breaking treat; sample cheese and cold cuts at a family-run cheese farm; discover gnocchi Sorrento style; sip local limoncello, wine, and Lemon Candles; and wrap up with hot coffee.

See some of Italy’s most beautiful coastline from the water’s edge, and indulge in a relaxed and luxurious day of sightseeing, on this full-day boat tour. Set off in the morning with just a small group for company, sail along the Sorrento Coast, and continue to the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast, admiring the sights along the way. You’ll have time to explore Amalfi and Positano on foot, and can stop for swimming and snorkeling breaks.

With no train service and overcrowded buses, exploring the Amalfi Coast by public transportation can be daunting. Discover the coastline's top towns stress-free on this group tour from Sorrento, Salerno, or Naples. Skip the hassle of navigating unfamiliar routes and schedules, and leave the driving to an expert so you can admire the scenery along the way. You'll save hours, leaving ample time to visit Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello at your own pace.

This private tour of Herculaneum stands out by offering skip-the-line admission and round-trip train tickets from Sorrento. After skipping waiting in potential entrance lines, explore the UNESCO-listed archeological site with a guide who takes you on a route to the main highlights while providing historical insight into ancient Roman history.

Meet up with fellow young travelers for a full day of sightseeing and swimming around the island of Capri. Set sail directly from Sorrento with a small group of passengers between 18 and 30 years old for a party cruise around the island. Have your camera ready for the Cala di Mitigliano, Natural Arch, Green Grotto, and more. (Blue Grotto visit at additional cost.) In between sights, enjoy swimming breaks plus lunch and drinks on board.

Discover the Amalfi Coast with the fresh breeze in your face on this e-bike tour, with pickup and drop-off at your Sorrento hotel. Explore the atmospheric streets of Sorrento, navigate coastal routes with the help of your guide, and explore both Positano and Praiano on two wheels. The electric motor provides an assist on hills, while bikes are available in a choice of three sizes.