3-Day Amalfi Coast Tour Packages
Ever fancied driving the scenic 'Sun Route' to Naples, catching a ferry to exclusive Capri, exploring Blue Grotto's wonders? Try your hand at hiking from Bomerano to Nocelle, dining under Positano's stars, or swimming at Queen Giovanna's Baths. And what about exploring Pompeii? Who doesn’t want to see a city frozen in time? Three days of Italian coastal magic await.
Insider tips: Recommended 3-day Amalfi Coast tour itineraries
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3 Days in Italy, incl. Rome and Capri
A luxurious stay at the 4-star Anacapri La Bouganville anchors this three-day Amalfi Coast tour. Professional guides lead visits to the Blue Grotto and Capri's most captivating sites in this Mediterranean paradise.
- Day 1
Rome to Capri
Start your day early in Rome for the 3-hour drive south on the "Sun Route" motorway through Lazio and Campania. Eat breakfast before leaving since it's a straight drive to Naples port. Take the 50-minute ferry to Capri. Book ferry tickets ahead of time if traveling in summer. Visit the Blue Grotto first and try to get there before 2 PM to avoid the crowds. If rough seas make the grotto inaccessible take the chairlift up Monte Solaro for spectacular views instead. Spend your evening in Capri Town after the day visitors leave to experience the piazzetta like a local.
- Day 2
Exploring Capri
Stay in Anacapri the quieter hillside town that offers better hotel prices and a more local feel. Start your morning on the Phoenician Steps but bring good shoes as the ancient stairs can get slippery. Skip the tourist restaurants near the piazzetta for lunch. Instead visit Da Gelsomina where locals go for great food and amazing views from their terrace. Book your return ferry early since afternoon trips often fill up during peak season. Head to Marina Piccola for afternoon swimming where the water stays calmer than the north side.
- Day 3
Capri to Rome
Take an early walk through the Gardens of Augustus before the crowds show up at 9 AM. Leave your bags at the hotel and spend the morning exploring the quieter eastern coast. Take an afternoon ferry back around 2 PM to avoid Rome's rush hour traffic. The drive can stretch past 4 hours with Naples traffic so plan for a late dinner in Rome after 8 PM.
3 Day Naples Itinerary, incl. Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius
UNESCO Pompeii ruins and Mount Vesuvius National Park headline this coastal adventure. Expert guides lead tours of the Forum, Thermal Baths, and Vetti's house. Two nights' Naples accommodation and traditional pizza lunch included.
- Day 1
Naples
Arrive and check into your hotel in Naples' historic center. The Toledo metro station is a good reference point and the nearby Spaccanapoli district gives you a real taste of Naples. In the evening walk over to Via dei Tribunali for authentic pizza. Skip the tourist spots and look for restaurants where you see locals waiting in line.
- Day 2
Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius
Plan for an early pickup around 8:10 AM. One visitor shared this advice: "There are lots of tour buses gathering in the morning - ask your hotel exactly where to wait and get the guide's name/phone in advance to avoid confusion." The ride to Pompeii takes about 30 minutes. Visit the Forum first while it's still cool then explore the thermal baths and preserved houses. Make sure to wear good walking shoes since Pompeii's old streets are uneven and can get slippery. After lunch (which is included) you'll head to Mt. Vesuvius. The bus stops at the 1,000m point but you'll need to walk the last part to reach the crater. It's a steep 30-minute climb on gravel. Bring water and something warm to wear since the top can be windy. You'll get amazing views of both the crater and the Bay of Naples. The tour returns to the city around 4:30 PM so you'll have time to explore Naples in the evening.
- Day 3
Naples
Start with your included breakfast before checking out. If you're leaving later you can store your bags at the hotel and visit the National Archaeological Museum which displays many original Pompeii artifacts. Go in the morning before the cruise crowds show up.
3 Days in Southern Italy, incl. Sorrento and Pompeii
A grand tour of five cities features UNESCO Pompeii ruins, Blue Grotto visits (April-October), and Capri island excursions. Grand Hotel Vesuvio in Sorrento provides two nights' lodging with local dinners and Bay of Naples views.
- Day 1
Rome to Sorrento
Get an early start with a 6:30 AM hotel pickup in Rome. Book a centrally located hotel to ensure pickup service. The 3-hour coach journey to Sorrento takes you through beautiful Italian countryside. A previous traveler shared: "The drives between Rome, Naples and Sorrento could have been more informative, but the views were spectacular." If you get motion sickness consider bringing medication. The coastal roads are winding. For the best views sit on the right side of the bus as you head south.
- Day 2
Capri (April-October)
Take the morning ferry to Capri (30-40 minutes). Start with the Blue Grotto to avoid the crowds but remember access depends on weather and tides. If the grotto isn't open you'll visit the stunning Faraglioni rocks instead. Your afternoon is perfect for exploring Capri's boutiques and sampling local limoncello. For winter visits (November-March): Enjoy a free day in Sorrento. A winter visitor noted: "During January there's no Capri trip, but I received excellent personal service in Sorrento and enjoyed exploring the town's colorful streets and sweeping views of Naples Bay."
- Day 3
Pompeii and Return to Rome
Check out by noon for a 1:15 PM departure to Pompeii. You'll spend about 2 hours at the archaeological site. According to one visitor: "The guide at Pompeii was excellent - having someone explain what you're looking at makes all the difference." Bring good walking shoes with grip since the ancient streets can be slippery. In summer pack water and sun protection since the ruins offer little shade. The return trip to Rome takes about 3 hours. Book your hotel near Termini Station for the most convenient drop-off point.
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What people love about 3-day Amalfi Coast tours
- 3-Day Pompeii, Capri & Sorrento Mini Tour
Overall, it was a very good trip, bordering excellent. First with the excellent aspects. The hotel in Sorrento, Grand Hotel Vesuvio, was first class and included very good breakfast and dinner meals. The view and pool were also great and top notch. Though it was a drive up the hill, it was worth it. The guides in Pompeii and Capri were also very good, offering much information. Always feel that the most information is the best, so I understand what I'm looking at. The drives between Rome, Naples and Sorrento could have used a little more guide chat, but what was provided was interesting. Would have liked to learn a little more about Sorrento, in my case the Allied battles there, and anything that had to do with its history. Know the Greeks and Romans were there, and could see defenses against Turkish or North African pirates, but heard no discussion of that. I have to commend Eloisa at Gray Line/I Love Rome/Cassini Tours for being very flexible with my trip and allowing me to rejoin the tour back up to Rome, after spending 2 extra days in Sorrento on my own. Much thanks.
- La Dolce Vita Experience
Absolutely fantastic - so well organised
This was an excellent, well organized tour that gave our family of 6 (plus another lovely couple) a great taste of the Amalfi Coast area! Barbara was our fabulous tour guide and Michele was our master driver. We packed a lot in 3 days beginning with a visit to Pompeii and ending with a tour of Montecassino Abbey. Our home base was Salerno. We stayed in a friendly, clean traditional Italian hotel near the train station and within easy walking distance of really good food and shopping. Michelle drove us on day 2 from Salerno to Sorrento, and he handled the wild drive expertly. We had a relatively short visit in beautiful Sorrento and then drove further along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast to Positano, an astonishingly beautiful small town that seems to hang precariously from the mountainside. After lunch and some time for exploration, we took the ferry to Amalfi. What a fun way to experience the Amalfi Coast! It was a splendid view! We had a short visit in Amalfi, enough time to get a lemon ice and explore some shops, and then we took the ferry back to Salerno and walked the short distance to our hotel. On the third and final day, we drove to Mount Vesuvius. It was smart to get an early start because it was getting crowded by the time we headed back down the mountain. The hike was so worth it! The path is wide and gravelly, and although it’s steep at first, you eventually arrive at a check point before making the last trek to the crater’s edge. This was definitely a highlight of our trip! There was a cute shop at the top where you could buy souvenirs and get a refreshment. After Mount Vesuvius, we drove to Cassino for lunch and then Montecassino Abbey which is situated high above the town. Michele impressed us once again with his expert handling of the switchbacks up the steep mountain. The Abbey was a lovely surprise! A wonderful local guide explained that St. Benedict started the Benedictine order here, and we got the full history from the Roman era to WWII and today. It was truly stunning and a nice way to end a full and varied tour of the Amalfi Coast. Like all short getaways, we would’ve liked to spend more time at some of the points of interest including Sorrento and Amalfi. A guided tour of Pompeii would’ve helped us make sense of the enormous archaeological site and prioritize what to see. But, overall, this tour was just what we needed to get a feel for the Amalfi Coast, and hopefully we can return again one day to explore in depth our favorite spots. I would definitely recommend TourRadar, Rabbie’s (which we’ve used twice before in Scotland), and our excellent guide Barbara and fantastic Michele. Thank you so much!
3 Day Summits & Shores: Vesuvius, Pompeii & Amalfi Small-Group Tour from Rome
