The 10 Best Sunset Cruises in Sorrento

1.Pompeii: Afternoon to Sunset Guided Tour with Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 484 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $58Our pick

Explore Pompeii with an archaeologist guide on a 2.5-hour afternoon walking tour. You’ll see the Forum, Basilica, Thermal Baths, Theater, a bakery and residential blocks, while hearing how people lived before Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. The ticket and separate-entrance access are included. Guides speak Italian, English or French; Francesco, Angelo and Anna are among the guides who may lead your tour.

“A very good tour . Good time of day as not as busy and not as hot .”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.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!”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Small Group Tour to Positano by Boat at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 206 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Leave Positano on a 90-minute sunset cruise capped at 12 passengers. You’ll pass Praiano, coastal coves and the Fjord of Furore, with time for photos, soft drinks, snacks and a glass of prosecco. Captains such as Salvatore have shared local stories and helped take photos, though the crew may vary.

“We had the best time! Went in May and booked the 6:30 cruise. Weather was perfect, music was perfect, we were provided with snacks and 2 bottles of prosecco, our guide took amazing photos of us, and only one other couple showed up so it was very intimate. The boat was also very nice with a little couch on the front and back of the boat”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Positano: Shared Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 185 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $82

From Positano, a shared boat cruise follows the coast toward Praiano and the Furore Fjord, with photo stops, music, prosecco, soft drinks, and snacks. Captains such as Enzo, Vincenzo, and Jason have led trips, but your skipper may vary. The ride lasts 1.5 hours and costs $82 per person.

“This cruise tour was amazing and I would highly recommend it. Our guide- Vincenzo, was very patient , he stopped at all the important and beautiful landmarks and gave us enough time to click postcard pictures of the coast of Positano.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Private Sunset Boat Tour with Prosecco from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Top rated

From Marina Piccola, a private captain takes your group along Sorrento’s coast at sunset, past Marina Grande, Regina Giovanna, Puolo and tuff cliffs with natural caves. Expect photo stops, the option to swim, snorkel gear, towels, drinks and a bottle of Prosecco. Captains such as Jett, Juani and Flavio have earned praise for attentive service and local explanations.

“This was a great tour, small private and lots of fun. The boat Captain Flavio from Argentina was fantastic- highly recommend”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Shared Sunset Cruise from Positano with Drinks & Snacks 1.5-Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 156 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Board a shared boat in Positano for a 90-minute cruise past Gavitella Beach and Marina di Praia, with views of the coast and La Galli islands. A multilingual skipper handles the trip, while water, soft drinks, and refreshments are offered. The group is capped at 12, but the exact meeting address needs checking before you set out.

“It was confusing and chaotic at the dock trying to figure out where to meet up because the location didn’t come up on my GPS. But thankfully it all worked out and this tour was literally the highlight of this vacation! Stunning views, great music, wonderful captain! Core memories for sure. It’s a must-do if you’re in the Amalfi Coast. Highly recommend and would do it again!”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Private Tour: Amalfi Coast Sunset Cruise from Positano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $272

Set out from Positano on a private 33-foot boat with a captain, Prosecco and other drinks, towels, and snorkel gear. Expect a relaxed 90-minute coastal ride, a chance to swim, and views of Positano as the evening light changes. Captains including Carlo, Franco, Nicola, and Olindo have been praised for sharing local stories and helping with photos.

“This experience was INCREDIBLE. We did this on the last night of our honeymoon and could not recommend it more. It was so special and romantic and our guide was incredibly kind. Highly recommend!”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Amalfi: Amalfi Coast and Positano Sunset Cruise with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 137 reviews · from $93

Sail from Amalfi past Conca dei Marini, Furore and Praiano toward Positano on a 10 to 12 metre gozzo. The two-hour trip includes an Italian aperitif, coastal stories, a photo stop and one chance to swim. English-speaking crew members provide towels, masks and snorkels.

“Really amazing staff! Only 8 guests, we can seat confortable and a lot of space, delicious Proseco. I recommend this experience! It was the best part of my travel to amalfi. And it worth the money! Do not miss this in Amalfi.”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Private Sunset Cruise with Prosecco Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Set out from Positano at 6:00 pm with your own captain and boat for a roughly 90-minute cruise along the coast. Expect views of Positano’s steep, colorful waterfront and the fishing village of Praiano, plus Prosecco, snacks, soft drinks, water, and homemade limoncello. Captains such as Emilio and Luigi have been praised for taking photos and tailoring the ride to guests’ interests.

“My sisters and I had a great boat ride getting close to shore to see the beautiful views of the Amalfi Coast. We left from Praiano, where we were staying and headed towards Positano. Because of the time of year it was, we got back before the sun set but it was still worth going. So very beautiful.”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Amalfi Coast Shared Sunset Cruise: Swim, Drinks & Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · from $93

Sail from Amalfi toward Positano aboard a 10 to 12 metre gozzo, passing Conca dei Marini, Furore and Praiano. The two-hour trip includes a swim stop, towels, snorkel gear, snacks and drinks, then a prosecco aperitif as the sun drops behind Positano. Crew members Davide, Lydia and Chiara have been praised for their friendly hosting and clear landmark explanations.

“Apart from the guide moving the meeting of the tour only via email with no phone call to meet 1 hour earlier with only limited notice of 1 hour 30 mins, the activity was great. It was only by chance that I checked my email 1 hour before the original meet time to see the event meet had moved forward by 1 hour that we ran across the bay, but managed to make the tour. Once on the activity, the tour was was great. We even had dolphins follow us on the way back, that was special. Really good tour.”

Check availability →Read our full review