Capri Full Day Tour from Sorrento by Luxury Boat

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

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· 8.00h · Sorrento, Italy

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 You Get With This Tour

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (from Sorrento area)
  • Expert local skipper and English-speaking tour leader
  • Guaranteed stop at Blue Grotto (purchase ticket onsite) 
  • Visit the Marvelous Grotto, White Grotto, and Green Grotto
  • 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
  • Guide gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Snorkeling equipment

Tour Itinerary

  • 1

    Meeting point

    Take it easy with pickup included and sail to Capri in style on a luxury boat
  • 2

    Sorrento Port

    Reach Sorrento Port, where your boat and skipper will be waiting for you
  • 3

    Sail to Capri

    Depart this magic island. With a maximum group size of 8, enjoy an intimate experience without private tour prices
  • 4

    Faraglioni

    Admire those iconic rocks stemming from the water
  • 5

    Blue Grotto

    Enter the otherworldly Blue Grotto and experience one of Italy's true natural wonders
  • 6

    Sea caves

    Visit some of Capri's other beautiful caves, including Marvelous Grotto, White Grotto, and Green Grotto
  • 7

    Swim and snorkel

    Take a dip in the beautiful waters off Capri or explore underwater with your own or newly bought snorkeling equipment
  • 8

    Free time in Capri

    Enjoy a delicious local lunch, stroll through the cobbled streets, or head to the beach on your free afternoon in Capri
  • 9

    Ending point

    Return back to the Sorrento Port, and enjoy transportation back to your hotel.

Additional Information

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 €18 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

Customer Reviews

Capri
Kelly Salvatore, 23 October 2025

Wonderful guides. Great day!

Outstanding Tour!
Timothy Wege, 20 October 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 Chamberlain, 10 October 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 Zahn, 05 October 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 Lamm, 28 September 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

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