The 9 Sorrento Island Hopping Tours That Earn Their Price

1.Small Group Boat Day Excursion to Capri Island from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 926 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $131Our pick

Cruise from Sorrento around Capri with an English-speaking skipper, stopping at the White and Green Grottoes, Faraglioni, Marina Piccola, Punta Carena, and the Natural Arch. You get roughly 3.5 hours on land, plus swimming, snacks, soft drinks, Prosecco, and limoncello.

“We are traveling with 3 little kids, one with a disability. I booked this excursion SPECIFICALLY because it did NOT stop at the blue grotto, knowing that my kids cannot handle a 2 hour wait in line. We also selected to be picked up from our hotel. The day before I get a message that we are to meet at the port. I reply letting them know we requested hotel pick up (and sent my confirmation email). They stated we need to walk down to the port to help them avoid traffic. Ok, fine. We get there at 7:45 am and get on the boat. As we depart, the captain…”

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2.From Sorrento/Nerano: Capri Island Cruise with Guide Onboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 508 reviews · 8 hours · from $77

From Nerano, sail to Capri with guides such as Vincenzo, Francesco, or Giovanni offering practical tips in English and Italian. Spend the day exploring Capri and Anacapri, then cruise past the Faraglioni, grottoes, Punta Carena, and Ieranto Bay before returning to the mainland.

“Fantastic! From pick up to drop off everything was so well organised. The guides were great, giving all the information you need to enjoy your time in Capri and Ana Capri. On the boat they offer a shuttle bus service (26 euros pp) from the marina up to Capri where you have approx one and a half hours to explore, they will then pick up and take you to Ana Capri where you have two and a half hours to explore, you are then picked up and taken back to the marina for approx half an hour until the boat arrives. The boat trip back to Sorrento was so beautiful…”

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3.Capri Island Day Trip with Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 469 reviews · from $164

Join a small group of up to 12 for a boat trip from Sorrento to Capri. An English or Italian-speaking skipper guides you past the Faraglioni, Natural Arch, and grottos, with swim stops, snacks, drinks, and four hours to explore Capri and Anacapri.

“My Wife and I loved the trip. It lasted for just over 8 hours including a 3 hour stop on Capri. The guides were very knowledgeable about the sights and fun to talk with. The water the views the scenery was beautiful I highly recommend this trip if you plan to go to Capri From Serrento.”

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4.Capri Small-Group Boat Tour with Blue Grotto & Island Discovery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 394 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $66Best value

Spend about nine hours sailing from Sorrento to Capri with a maximum of 12 people. Expect grottos, Faraglioni views, swimming, drinks, a Caprese sandwich, and about four hours ashore. Guides such as Marcello, Vito, and Cataldo are praised for friendly service, but the Blue Grotto depends on sea conditions, queues, and local rules.

“Excelent tour guide , expert Whittall a boat and very expert the knowledge place area , he looked for every detail, REALY we have an excellent experience in this store!!! we recommend 100%”

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5.Capri Guided Boat Experience with Island Exploration and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131Top rated

Travel from Sorrento to Capri with a skipper and guide, circling Punta Carena, the Faraglioni, Natural Arch, and grottos before four free hours on the island. Pickup, drinks, snacks, swimming stops, WiFi, and limoncello are included. The boat holds no more than 12 people.

“Our boat tour to Capri with Giuseppe was one of the highlights of our trip! He was an excellent captain — kind, knowledgeable, and made us feel safe and comfortable the entire time. The tour around the island was breathtaking, with plenty of stops for swimming, photos, and exploring hidden grottos. Giuseppe shared great local insights and gave us plenty of time to enjoy Capri at our own pace. Truly an unforgettable day on the water — highly recommend this experience.”

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6.Private Capri Island Daily Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Sail from Sorrento around Capri with a private English-speaking skipper, stopping at sea caves, Faraglioni, Marina Piccola, and the Green Grotto. Luigi is one of the named skippers. You can swim, use the supplied masks, stop for lunch, or request the Blue Grotto, with extra fees to plan for.

“Luigi was fantastic! We had a wonderful time yesterday on our day trip to Capri. The tour of the famous Capri caves and the stop at the restaurant near the main harbor were perfectly organized. Fun was guaranteed! The organization deserves a 10/10 rating. Highly recommended!" 😊👍”

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7.Capri Island & Blue Cave Private Boat Tour from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 84 reviews

You’ll cruise from Sorrento to Capri with a private skipper, passing Punta Campanella, the White, Green, and Blue Grotto, and the Faraglioni. Swim, snorkel, enjoy drinks and snacks, then spend four hours on Capri. Guides such as Nino, Antonio, and Aniello are noted for flexible, friendly service.

“Our boat day was absolutely incredible. The boat was comfortable, and Antonino and Aniello were fantastic guides. Very friendly, knowledgeable, and funny. They made the trip fantastic. This was without a doubt the highlight of our trip, and would highly recommend to anyone.”

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8.From Sorrento or Positano: Capri Island Private Boat VIP Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Set out from Sorrento with a private skipper and English-speaking assistant for a seven to eight-hour Capri cruise. Swim from the boat, see the Faraglioni and grottoes, request the Blue Grotto, and spend up to three hours on Capri. Sebastian and Pasquale are among the crew members associated with this service.

“Perfect Capri day trip! Staff was very interactive prior to the trip, ensuring that we made it to where we needed to be at the right time. The boat was beautiful. Our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Throughout the trip he offered us many different options to make sure that the tour was customized to fit our preferences. He offered blue grotto versus a similar grotto that was free and didn’t require an hour and a half wait. He offered to make a reservation at a Capri restaurant for us versus just dropping us off on the island to explore on our own. We chose the latter and he…”

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9.Semi-Private Capri Boat Tour with Snorkeling & Island Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $191

Travel from Sorrento to Capri with a crew such as Hugo, Pepe, Viviana, or Antonio, depending on your departure. Swim and snorkel near the island’s caves, pass the White and Green Grottos, see Punta Carena Lighthouse, then spend four hours exploring Capri on your own.

“Such a memorable experience! Great time and accommodations. They picked us up at our hotel and dropped us off at the end of the day. Made everything easy!!”

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