The 15 Best Amalfi Tours & Boat Trips

1.Amalfi Coast: Boat and Snorkeling Tour with Fruit & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 985 reviews · from $100Our pick

Spend four hours cruising from Amalfi toward Positano aboard a traditional Gozzo boat, with an English- and Italian-speaking captain, two swim stops, grottoes, fresh fruit, and drinks including prosecco and limoncello. Groups are capped at 10. Captains such as Christian, Paolo, and Vincenzo have led trips, but your captain may vary.

“Amazing tour! Our guide - Gian Paolo - was a great guy and made sure we were all having fun! The second swimming stop was so much fun, definitely jump off the rocks into the ocean if you can. The bottle of limoncello was the perfect way to break the ice with our crew. Loves this tour so much, i recommend it to anyone spending a day in amalfi!!”

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2.Hands-On Cooking Class & Farmhouse Tour on the Amalfi Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 956 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $156Top rated

At Amalfi Heaven Gardens, you tour lemon, olive, grape, and vegetable gardens, harvest seasonal produce, then cook and share a multi-course meal. The class lasts about four hours, welcomes up to 10 people, and includes recipes and a cooking diploma. Hosts and chefs vary; past classes have featured guides named Hugo, Ugo, Gabriel, and Fabio.

“This class is an absolute MUST!! We had the best time and honestly was probably one of our favorite meals while in Italy. Our 3 guides, Lou, fabio, and nikola were so much fun and hilarious to work with! The way the class was set up and operated created a very smooth flow where we were able to make 6 different appetizers and an entre. The wine never stopped and the view was breathtaking. Don’t think twice about this one, JUST DO IT!”

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3.Amalfi Coast & Positano: Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 671 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $118

Cruise for about four hours from Amalfi or Positano aboard a small-group gozzo, passing sea caves, Furore Fjord, and cliffside towns. Stop twice to swim or snorkel, with gear, fresh fruit, and drinks included. Skippers vary; names mentioned include Rafael, Cristiano, and Salvatore.

“Great time out on the water! Fun workers and a great experience overall. Had limoncello at the end!!”

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4.From Rome: Pompeii, Positano and Amalfi Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 430 reviews · from $292

Ride from central Rome in a minivan for up to six or seven people, with a tour assistant throughout the day. Explore Pompeii for two hours with a professional guide and skip-the-line entry, then enjoy free time in Positano and Amalfi. Guides vary by departure; past tour teams have included Jazzy, JB and Alex.

“Our tour guide Romulous? He was an absolute rock star. I can’t say enough. My 15 year old was just blown away and had an amazing time. This tour was the best tour I’ve ever booked. The driver and overall guide were amazing too. They were very accommodating and engaging. Great day!!”

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5.Authentic Cooking with Locals: Meal, Wine & Scenic Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 396 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $147

Meet Rocco and Carla near La Praia in Praiano, then head to their family home and garden for a hands-on meal. Make two kinds of pasta, a starter and dessert with family recipes and seasonal ingredients, then sit down to eat with homemade wine and a handcrafted digestif.

“Rocco and Carla were excellent hosts. We’ve been making pasta at home for the last two years but could never quite get the dough right. Carla gave us tips as a former chef that we’ll be able to use for years to come!”

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6.Amalfi: Boat Adventure Caves, Beaches, Snorkeling & Positano

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 355 reviews · from $88

Sail from Amalfi aboard a 10 to 12 metre gozzo, passing Conca dei Marini, Furore and Praiano en route to Positano. Your captain and host explain the coast, while you stop to swim, snorkel and explore by boat. Towels, masks, snacks and drinks are provided. Choose a short sunset cruise, a four-hour coastal trip or a longer tour with time ashore.

“Activities were fun, saw some amazing spots and also got to snorkel in some amazing spots. The highlight was the host and captain! Both amazing and made the trip feel like you were with your family. 100/10 would recommend.”

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7.Amalfi Coast Boat Rental: Explore, Swim, and Relax at Your Pace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 355 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Take the helm of a small motorboat from Amalfi for an eight-hour, self-guided day along the coast. Staff explain the controls, help you leave and return to the harbor, and suggest places to stop, from Positano and Furore to Li Galli and Capri. No boat license is needed, but fuel and any Capri port landing fee cost extra.

“What a great part of our trip to Italy! The day of our rental was rainy and very choppy so we didn't stay out very long before coming in. We asked if we would be able to take the boat out the next morning for a few hours and since they were not fully booked, they let us. It was a great way to experience the coast and we were able to do it at our own pace. Thanks for letting us experience this!”

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8.Amalfi: Sunset Boat Tour with Fruit and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 301 reviews · from $93

Leave Amalfi on a traditional gozzo boat for a two-hour sunset cruise toward Praiano and Positano. You’ll pass the Saint Andrew Grotto, the Arc of Lovers and Furore Fjord, with time to swim and a spread of fruit, snacks, prosecco, limoncello, beer and soft drinks. The group is limited to 10; captains named Rafael, Nick and Paolo have led past trips.

“Guide was polite, friendly and knew his stuff about the area. Also had a sense of humour which made the atmosphere warm and relaxed. Great views of the towns, opportunities to jump in and swim and accommodating drinks!”

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9.Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Set out from Amalfi at 9:00 am for an approximately six-hour private boat tour along the coast. Your local captain, such as Alfonso, Giovanni or Gaspar, points out notable towns and swimming spots, and can suggest a seaside lunch stop. The tour is for your group of up to six, with an English-language option.

“This was the trip of a lifetime and our day on the water with Giovanni was unbelievable! Giovanni met us at the pier and was on time. He has wonderful music as we cruised slowly along the Amalfi Coast. He took us to some great spots where we could swim. He helped take photos of us and gave us Prosecco to enjoy while we viewed the coastline. We loved it! Positano was awesome from the water. He took us to a nice restaurant where we ate lunch further up the coast. Giovanni’s boat was beautiful and he was very knowledgeable and informative about the coast and the places we visited.…”

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10.Amalfi: Cooking Class and Farmhouse Visit With Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 262 reviews · from $157

Spend four hours at Amalfi Heaven Gardens, where local hosts lead you through lemon, olive and vegetable terraces before a hands-on class and four-course meal. You pick seasonal produce, cook dishes such as antipasti and gnocchi, then eat with local wine, limoncello and espresso. Hosts named in recent classes include Francesco, Edi, Ugo and Fabio.

“Cooking at Haven Gardens was our best experience of a 7 day stay in Amalfi. The young people running this class are so well organized. I have to praise Francesca, Francesco, Andrea, and Elvira who were great hosts. 8 people who participated were well entertained throughout. In no time we had 10 amazing appetizers whipped up with freshly picked produce from their garden, followed by potato gnocchi, home made delicious sauce, dessert and limoncello. Local wine was served from beautiful ceramic pitchers from Ravello and was freely flowing! And all of this with a vast, awe inspiring view of the sea!!! Highly recommend this particular experience! My husband who doesn't…”

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11.From Amalfi: Coast & Furore Fjord Boat Tour with Swim Break

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 260 reviews · 2 hours · from $42

Leave Amalfi at 11:00 for a two-hour coastal cruise past Atrani, Minori, Maiori, Furore Fjord and Praiano. The crew shares information in English or Italian, with light music, shaded seating and toilets on board. The trip includes a swim stop, usually planned for about 30 minutes, though sea conditions can shorten it. Skipper Salvatore has been praised for friendly, detailed explanations.

“Got exactly what we paid for. Had a great time! Staff was friendly!”

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12.Amalfi: Cooking Class with Pasta, Mozzarella, and Tiramisù

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 202 reviews · from $66

At a farm in Pianillo, chef Ferdinando guides you through making mozzarella, fresh pasta, and tiramisu, with help from assistant Michael. The three-hour class ends with lunch or dinner made from your work, local produce, and farm wine. Plan your own transport; pickup is not included.

“We had a great time! It was so much fun to learn how to make pasta, mozzarella and tiramisu! We were a 2 people that didn’t like coffee so we got to make tiramisu with lemoncello instead, which was great! A great activity!”

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13.Amalfi: Vertical Lemon Farm Tour, Tastings, and Rural Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 196 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41Best value

At Amalfi Lemon Experience, an English-speaking guide leads you through steep terraces farmed by one family for six generations, then into a rural museum and limoncello laboratory. The 90-minute visit includes lemon, cake, lemonade, and limoncello tastings. Guides have included Elvira and Georgia. Wear sturdy shoes: the route has steep stairs.

“Amazing experience! The lemon groves were beautiful, the hosts were incredibly kind, and the tastings were delicious. A must-do on the Amalfi Coast!”

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14.From Amalfi: Capri Island Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 194 reviews · from $214

Depart from Amalfi’s Darsena pier on a traditional gozzo with a crew of up to 12. Cruise past Furore Fjord and the Faraglioni, stop to swim and snorkel, and enjoy prosecco, limoncello, beer, soft drinks, and fruit. You get three hours on Capri, with no fee to go ashore. Blue Grotto entry is not included.

“Great boat tour of the Amalfi coast and the town of Capri. We had great tour guides and they were very informative. Well worth the money and it’s a great way to relax.”

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15.Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 190 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $228

Ride the Amalfi Coast as a Vespa passenger with Federico or another experienced driver, stopping in Positano, Praiano, Amalfi and, on coast-based routes, Ravello. Hotel pickup, helmet, insurance and a private itinerary are included. Add-on costs apply for the Emerald Grotto and villas.

“If you are considering spending the money on this tour, let me help you. Do it. Not only is it one of the funnest, most beautiful experiences I’ve ever had, but Frederico is one of the loveliest people you’ll ever meet. Do yourself and your family the favor and book this memorable tour and I promise it’ll be one of your favorite things you did on vacation.”

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