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Sorrento

Capri Full Day Tour from Sorrento by Luxury Boat

Free CancellationGuided Tour

Sail from Sorrento to the stunning island of Capri and visit the incredible Blue Grotto

Free CancellationGuided Tour

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8 h


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Sailing to Capri is a dream experience, but doing it in style makes it truly unforgettable. This small-group boat tour from Sorrento is the perfect way to discover Italy’s most exclusive island. With an expert skipper and a friendly local tour leader, you’ll glide across the Mediterranean to explore the best of Capri. Along the way, you can stop for a swim, go snorkeling and visit the famous coastal caves, including the breathtaking Blue Grotto.

What's included

Included:

Expert, English-speaking tour leader

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Hotel pickup and drop-off from the Sorrento area

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Boat cruise to Capri

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Stop at Blue Grotto, Marvelous Grotto, White Grotto, and Green Grotto

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Snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks on board

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Free time to explore Capri

Not included:

Guide tips

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Blue Grotto entrance ticket (€18 per person, cash only)

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Docking fees (€10 per person, cash only)

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Lunch

Itinerary

Your tour begins at your Sorrento hotel

A driver picks you up from your hotel and takes you directly to the Port of Sorrento. You'll meet your captain, local tour leader, and small group of up to 8 guests before boarding your boat for the day's adventure across the Mediterranean.

Cruise along the Bay of Naples to Capri

Relax as the boat glides along the stunning coastline. As Capri comes into view, you'll spot the ruins of Tiberius' Imperial Palace, where the second Roman emperor lived during his turbulent reign. Your guide shares stories of how the empire nearly collapsed under his rule.

Pass Marina Grande fishing village

The boat continues past Marina Grande, Capri's main fishing village, where colorful houses and traditional fishing boats line the shore. Your crew will offer local recommendations for your free time later, pointing out the best spots for lunch and exploring.

Visit the Blue Grotto

Visit the Blue Grotto One of Capri's most famous natural wonders awaits. Natural light reflects through the water at the perfect angle, illuminating the entire cave in a stunning royal blue glow. You'll transfer to a small rowboat to enter this exclusive site (entrance ticket purchased onsite).

Explore the Marvelous Grotto, White Grotto, and Green Grotto

As you sail around the island, you'll stop at three more spectacular caves. Each grotto offers its own unique beauty and geological features, with your guide explaining how these natural formations were created over thousands of years.

Swimming and snorkeling in the Mediterranean

Throughout the afternoon, you'll have several opportunities to dive into the warm, clear waters. Bring your own snorkel gear or purchase it onsite to explore the reefs and underwater caves. Refreshments including beer, wine, and soft drinks are available onboard.

Free time in Capri

After docking at Marina Grande, you have 4 to 5 hours to explore the island at your own pace. Take the funicular up to Capri Town for designer shopping and stunning views, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, or wander the charming cobblestone streets and discover hidden viewpoints.

Your tour finishes at your Sorrento hotel

After a full day at sea, the boat returns to the Port of Sorrento. Your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel, ending your unforgettable day exploring the island of Capri.

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Start times are in the product’s local time

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance!

Sat, 17 Oct 2026

Meeting and drop-off point

Pick up is available only for hotels in Massa Lubrense, Sant'Agnello, Sorrento, Piano di Sorrento and Meta. Please contact us after booking with your hotel name for pick-up. We'll reach out with an alternative meeting point if your hotel isn't covered.

Important Details

Discover what to expect, what's included, and everything you need to know before booking.

Good to know:

  • Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

  • Dress Code: Swimwear and casual summer attire are recommended.

  • Weather Advisory: In case of rough seas or bad weather, the itinerary or sailing schedule may change for safety reasons.

  • Alcohol Consumption: Alcoholic beverages are included on board and available only for guests aged 18 and older.

  • Tour Changes: The Blue Grotto visit is dependent on sea conditions and may be replaced with another stop if entry is not possible.

  • Please Note: Bring €10 cash per person for docking fees and €20 per person for Blue Grotto entry, both payable onsite.

  • Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.

Your 8-hour tour includes:

  • Expert local skipper and English-speaking tour leader         

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from the Sorrento area

  • Stop at the Blue Grotto (as weather permits, purchase ticket onsite)

  • Visits to the Marvelous, White, and Green Grottos

  • Free time to explore Capri in the afternoon (lunch not included)

  • Swimming and snorkeling time (bring your own snorkels or buy onsite)

  • Snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks included on the boat

  • Maximum group size of 8

What to bring:

  • Swimsuit

  • Beach towel

  • Sun hat

  • Sunscreen

  • Cash for docking and Blue Grotto fees

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Reviewers frequently praise the guides and captains for their knowledge, friendliness, and ability to create a fun, safe, and memorable experience around Capri and its grottos. Some reviewers mention occasional disappointment with the Blue Grotto access due to crowds or closures, but many highlight enjoyable swimming spots and scenic boat rides as key highlights.

Capri Full Day Tour from Sorrento by Luxury Boat

Jud S.

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October 09, 2026

An absolutely spectacular experience. Capri is of course amazing, but this tour gave you the most comprehensive experience in a day. Comfortable boat, attentive service with great snacks and drinks. The swimming stops were a dream. Francesco was our guide. Cannot say enough about his service , kindness, knowledge,and just all around a fun person. Cannot recommend this tour enough.

Great from the moment we were picked up!

John K.

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September 28, 2026

We enjoyed this tour, especially being picked up at a location instead of having to drive down to the port. The sites were amazing and the captain and tour guide were fantastic! Especially our captain singing in the heart grotto! It was a sweet moment! So glad we did this tour!

Great boat! Fun tour guides!

Melissa D.

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September 21, 2026

We had such a fun day! The boat was really nice . The best part were our guides! Francesco was an absolute character and so good at what he does . He made the trip!

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Karen G.

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September 17, 2026

Antonio was a great guide. Would recommend this tour

Great Day!

Debra W.

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September 14, 2026

Antonio and Luka were fantastic guides, a wealth of knowledge, very helpful tips to navigate Capri and Anacapri, great hosts and a lot of fun. We highly recommend this tour for anyone who wants a beautiful waterview of the area.

Semi private Capri boat tour from Sorrento

Robert Z.

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September 10, 2026

Absolutely fantastic. From our hotel pickup through the drop off, everything was like a well timed machine. Car driver, Gaetano, Giovanni were absolutely the best. They are all a credit to your company. One suggestion—do the Blue Grotto and tour and swim around Capri FIRST. Less crowded and one can always shop and eat in Capri in the early afternoon, since it is ALWAYS CROWDED. Thank you very much. And your internal/office people were fantastic also!!!!

A Day of Luxury

Austin M.

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September 02, 2026

Wonderful day full of swimming in the blue waters, plenty of time in Capri, and a great boat ride. Our captain “Ralphie” and guide “ Rosie” were amazing! Took us to all the secret spots!

Memorable Day for my Family

John M.

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August 06, 2026

My wife, 2 teenage sons and I loved our boat trip. Having time (but not too much time) to explore the island was nice. Our guide, Antonio, was a life saver with his advice on how to manage the significant crowds. Without that it would have been stressful and much less enjoyable. Then back on the boat we enjoyed swimming in the grottos and again enjoyed his advice on how to avoid the crowds. What an amazing experience and again, it was made even better by our fantastic guide and captain.

Amazing experience with Neno and Rosie!!

Amy N.

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July 26, 2026

We had the most amazing day! From beginning to end, Neno and Rosie were fun and interactive. Explaining so many things along the way. They even made our 25-year wedding anniversary extra special by adding moments of romance. We loved every part of this day!!!!!!

One of the highlights of our trip!

Holly B.

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July 16, 2026

This was an amazing experience for our family! Lots of beautiful swim spots, a tour around the island, and enough time to enjoy the chair lift in Anacapri as well.

Nicola was perfect and on point

Amber Q.

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June 29, 2026

We had a blast onboard with Nicola. He was friendly and showed us the highlights of the coastline. He was ready when we had enough of Capri and ready to swim again. Would 100% recommend him.

5 stars isn't enough

Heather V.

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June 03, 2026

Captain Pepe & guide Ledu were fantastic. We were picked up at our hotel & driven to the port. We boarded the boat & left early. Great boat trip to Capri. We got set up with the "blue bus" to get to where we needed to be in Capri & Anacapri. Free time was good. Got back on board & went to the Blue Grotto & other sites. So beautiful! We got beverages, snacks & a treat for the road. Exceptional customer service. Great tour!

Great day on the water

Santo L.

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May 28, 2026

Our trip to Capri was very enjoyable. Our captain was knowledgeable and friendly.

Safe, Fun, and Unforgettable: Capri with Luca & Francesco

Mystique H.

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May 14, 2026

Our full-day Capri tour with Captain Luca and Francesco was truly unforgettable. Even though the weather was not exactly on our side due to cold temperatures, strong winds, choppy waves, and even some rain at one point. Captain Luca and Francesco completely turned the experience around with their incredible energy, professionalism, and hospitality. From the moment we stepped onto the boat, they created such a fun, welcoming, and positive atmosphere. Their personalities were warm, personable, and genuinely infectious. Despite the rough sea conditions, we always felt completely safe because Captain Luca handled the boat with incredible confidence, precision, and calmness. At one point, watching him navigate the powerful waves was honestly like watching art in motion. He brilliantly surfed the swells using the boat almost like an actual surfboard, skillfully reading and responding to the sea with total control. What could have felt intimidating instead became impressive to witness. That was the moment I truly knew we were in exceptionally experienced hands. What stood out even more was their kindness and patience. At one point, my daughter and her friend got lost on the island and returned to the meeting point much later than expected. Instead of making them feel stressed or rushed, Francesco and Captain Luca reassured them, comforted them, and patiently waited without hesitation. They truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone was accounted for and cared for. That level of compassion and professionalism says so much about who they are. Even with the weather challenges, they still made the day feel special, exciting, and memorable. Their positive attitude never changed once, and they worked hard to ensure everyone enjoyed the experience to the fullest. Capri itself is beautiful, but having a crew like Luca and Francesco made the tour exceptional. If you are considering a boat tour in Capri, do yourself a favor and book with Captain Luca and Francesco. You will not only get stunning views and an amazing experience, but you’ll also be with people who truly care about their guests and make you feel like family by the end of the day. Highly, highly recommend!

Safe, Fun, and Unforgettable: Capri with Luca & Francesco

Mystique H.

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May 14, 2026

Our full-day Capri tour with Captain Luca and Francesco was truly unforgettable. Even though the weather was not exactly on our side due to cold temperatures, strong winds, choppy waves, and even some rain at one point. Captain Luca and Francesco completely turned the experience around with their incredible energy, professionalism, and hospitality. From the moment we stepped onto the boat, they created such a fun, welcoming, and positive atmosphere. Their personalities were warm, personable, and genuinely infectious. Despite the rough sea conditions, we always felt completely safe because Captain Luca handled the boat with incredible confidence, precision, and calmness. At one point, watching him navigate the powerful waves was honestly like watching art in motion. He brilliantly surfed the swells using the boat almost like an actual surfboard, skillfully reading and responding to the sea with total control. What could have felt intimidating instead became impressive to witness. That was the moment I truly knew we were in exceptionally experienced hands. What stood out even more was their kindness and patience. At one point, my daughter and her friend got lost on the island and returned to the meeting point much later than expected. Instead of making them feel stressed or rushed, Francesco and Captain Luca reassured them, comforted them, and patiently waited without hesitation. They truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone was accounted for and cared for. That level of compassion and professionalism says so much about who they are. Even with the weather challenges, they still made the day feel special, exciting, and memorable. Their positive attitude never changed once, and they worked hard to ensure everyone enjoyed the experience to the fullest. Capri itself is beautiful, but having a crew like Luca and Francesco made the tour exceptional. If you are considering a boat tour in Capri, do yourself a favor and book with Captain Luca and Francesco. You will not only get stunning views and an amazing experience, but you’ll also be with people who truly care about their guests and make you feel like family by the end of the day. Highly, highly recommend!

Excellent Day Tour - Worth the Cost!

Andrew C.

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May 12, 2026

The entire experience was great. We were picked up and dropped off close to our lodging. Once on the boat, Antonio and Giuseppe were an amazing host and captain. They gave us excellent advice on navigating Capri as well as providing suggestions to ensure we spent as little time waiting in lines as possible. They were both friendly and welcoming, and Antonio gave great explanations on significant landmarks.

Capri

Kelly S.

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October 23, 2025

Wonderful guides. Great day!

Outstanding Tour!

Timothy W.

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October 20, 2025

Pepe and Francisco were great! Blue Grotto was closed, but they made up for it by taking us to other areas. They were fun, engaging, knowledgeable, and everything you would want from your tour guide.

A Lovely Day spinkled with alot of Disppointment

Sandra C.

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October 10, 2025

We booked this tour & paid the extra specifically to experience the Blue Grotto. It was a beautiful warm sunny day with calm seas. Approaching the Blue grotto the Captain said it would be an hours wait to enter as there was a boat in front of us waiting to go in & strongly suggested we stop on our return. All passengers stated adamantly we had booked for this reason & providing we would be stopping later that it would be ok. After we were all dropped off in Capri our boat then returns on two more occassions to pick up others from the port & needless to say our trip back left later than expected & when we finally arrived near the Blue Grotto the staff there were finishing up for the day. To make up for this we were taken to a swimming spot. Although beautiful we did not take this tour nor pay for a swim which by the way not everyone does. It was very disappointing because I believe the Captain was keeping to his own timetable & not in servicing the paying customer.

Francesco and Pepe were the best!

Suzanne Z.

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October 05, 2025

My son and I loved this full day to Capri. The two tour guides, Francesco and Pepe, were amazing and made the day that much more fun! Everyone had a great time. We had 8 people and were a mix of ages but Francesco and Pepe, made everyone have a great day. Blue Grotto was closed for the day but we swam through the Green Grotto which was amazing and later had other opportunities to swim. My only complaint was we were told numerous times by The Tour Guy to meet at 8:15 and we received a call at 730 am telling us we were late! We made it somehow and I’m glad we did but a little annoying at the time. Would definitely book again and just confirm numerous times the meeting time!

Boat ride was great

Gary L.

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September 28, 2025

We were picked up at our place at 7:30 and taken to the dock area. We had to walk a bit and take an elevator due to some road construction. Marco our captain was the best he took straight to capri to beat the crowd. Take the $20 bus ride to the chair lift and go up as soon as you can. View from the top is worth the $14 per person. Capri itself is very crowded, expensive and touristy. We go back onto the boat at 1:30. He provided some sandwiches and plenty of drinks. Went swimming and visited all the grottos skipped the blue one due to the 1-1/2 hr wait. We had a great time and made some friends with the other groups aboard. You must do this tour to see capri’s best points

Thomas T.

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September 19, 2025

Karen H.

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September 06, 2025

Disappointing tour day

Tanya C.

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September 02, 2025

Unfortunately, our tour day was disappointing. The skipper’s unprofessional behavior toward some guests created an uncomfortable atmosphere on board, which negatively affected the overall experience. What should have been an enjoyable day ended up feeling unpleasant

Jacqui B.

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July 30, 2025



FAQs

Where to meet?

Pick up is available only for hotels in Massa Lubrense, Sant'Agnello, Sorrento, Piano di Sorrento and Meta. Please contact us after booking with your hotel name for pick-up. We'll reach out with an alternative meeting point if your hotel isn't covered.

What to bring?

Bring a swimsuit, beach towel, sun hat and sunscreen. For the Blue Grotto, bring some cash to tip the dedicated skipper (not your day skipper) who will lead you into the cave.

Is lunch included with this tour?

A full lunch isn't included with this tour, although plenty of snacks and drinks will be available while you're on the boat. At lunchtime, you'll be exploring Capri island independently, but the crew will be more than happy to tell you about some great local lunch spots!

What if I have concerns about my mobility?

You'll need to be able to get on and off a boat, of course, but all swimming and snorkeling activities are entirely optional. Your time on Capri island is free, so you can decide for yourself what itinerary is manageable.

Do I have to pay to enter the Blue Grotto?

Since access to the Blue Grotto is limited, tickets must be purchased in cash at the departure point for the Blue Grotto. Please bring €18 in cash for each person in your group if you would like to be guided into this exclusive cave.

Do I have to bring my own snorkeling gear?

For hygiene reasons, snorkeling equipment is no longer shared among customers. You are welcome to bring your own snorkeling gear or purchase it at the office before you depart for Capri (€15 mask and €9 snorkel).

Will I be picked up at my start time?

Prior to your tour, you'll receive a notification of when to expect to be picked up, if your hotel is in the approved pickup areas. This often starts up to an hour before the official start time so that you have as much time as possible to enjoy the day in Capri.

Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?

No, but it's run by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Sorrento.

Are the any additional fees to pay?

Yes. Please bring €5 per person for onsite docking fees.

How much time will we have in Capri?

You'll have between 4 and 5 hours to enjoy exploring the island, shopping, and eating lunch.

What happens if it rains?

Yes, in case of bad weather/sea conditions the tour might be cancelled. In case of cancellation we are happy to offer our customers the choice of an alternative date or, in case of inability to rebook, the full refund.