--- title: Capri and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples or Sorrento lang: en type: tour city: Naples country: Italy price: 180 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.65 reviews: 1004 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Port pickup, coast road bus rank_in_category: 61 of 63 (Day Trips from Naples) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/tours/capri-and-blue-grotto-day-tour-from-naples-or-sorrento/ --- # Capri and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples or Sorrento **Guidekin's take:** Capri with a local guide, return fast ferry tickets, the island minibus along the coast road and the Blue Grotto ticket, with a boat ride around the island if high waves close the grotto. Pickup is at the port only, lunch is not included, and it is not for wheelchairs or mobility issues. 4.65 from 1004 reviews at €180 per person. In our comparison: #61 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Join us on a captivating day trip to the charming island of Capri from Naples or Sorrento! Meet your expert local guide and fellow travelers and catch the fast ferry to Capri. Upon arrival at the main port, board a comfortable minibus, and let your experienced guide lead you on scenic routes, including the thrilling Mamma Mia Road, to explore the enchanting Blue Grotto and admire its iconic play of blue colors. The second stop is Anacapri, the island's second-largest center, offering a stunning panorama. Here, reach the highest point via a chairlift to Monte Solaro, reveling in breathtaking views of the entire gulf, or stroll through lovely streets, shop, and savor a typical lunch. Next, explore the main town of Capri and La Piazzetta, the island's lively center, full cafes and shops, popular among VIPs. If you wish, discover the stunning Augustus Gardens. Reach Marina Grande, bask in the beach's beauty if time permits, and then catch the ferry back to Sorrento or Naples. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point is at the main port of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 4 start times: between 07:40 and 09:15 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €170: ages 4 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €180 per person - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.65/5 from 1004 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Raphael Tours & Events - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 07:40, 08:00, 08:45, 09:15 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22 ## Reviews 4.65 from 1004 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 915 of 1004. - 5 stars: 804 (80%) - 4 stars: 111 (11%) - 3 stars: 49 (5%) - 2 stars: 21 (2%) - 1 star: 19 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides and island views, but sea conditions can prevent entry to the Blue Grotto **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, attentive guides sharing island history and practical advice - Organized ferry and bus travel that simplifies getting around - The Blue Grotto as a highlight when it is open - Views from the optional chairlift above Anacapri - Coastal scenery on boat trips around the island **Complaints:** - Disappointment when sea conditions prevent entry to the Blue Grotto - Some enter quickly while others face long Blue Grotto queues in the sun - Some find the tour good value while others question the cost and charges for optional activities - Cramped, uncomfortable rowboats for entering the Blue Grotto Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-04-23 to 2026-09-17); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Naples port | €180 / person | English | From Naples port: Full day tour of Capri from Naples Starting point: Molo Beverello, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy | | From Sorrento's port: | €180 / person | English | From Sorrento's port: Full day tour of Capri from Sorrento Starting point: Hotel Il Faro, Via Marina Piccola, 5, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy | ## What's included - Local guide - Round-trip fast ferry tickets - Shared boat ride tour around the island ( if Blue grotto is closed) - Transport by shuttle bus on the island - Port pickup and drop-off - Blue Grotto admission tickets ## Not included - Food and drinks - Tip - Hotel pick up and drop off ## Itinerary 1. **Molo Beverello** (30m) - The main port is where the tour starts, if you arrive in Naples by cruise ship or if you have an accomodation in Naples. 2. **Marina Piccola** (30m) - is the main port of Sorrento, where the tour starts if you arrive in Sorrento by cruise ship or if you have an accomodation there. 3. **Blue Grotto** (10m; admission included) - The Blue grotto, is a small cave , open only if the sea is not rough, accessible by boat. 4. **Villa San Michele** (1h) - , known as Axel Munthe house, the name of a sweden doctor and writer, who bought a ruined building and built this house , which is today famous for its architectural interiors and its gardens. 5. **Monte Solaro** (2h) - Anacapri is the second largest center of the island and the second stop, where you can decide if spend the time walking by the village or catch the chairlift to Mount Solaro. 6. **Piazetta di Capri** (1h) - Capri main square , La piazzetta, is the life center of the island. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:40, 08:00, 08:45, 09:15 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point is at the main port of Naples, Molo Beverello, at the main entrance where the large sign "MOLO BEVERELLO" is displayed on the wall, directly in front of the castle. Our guide will be holding a sign with "CAPRI AND BLUE GROTTO." Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiZNb2xvIEJldmVyZWxsbywgODAxMzMgTmFwb2xpIE5BLCBJdGFseSIuKiwKFAoSCTnrbZtOCDsTEcZHxjBEGcYrEhQKEgnr-nrbZgg7ExF-uIxlzEM60g Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - High waves could impede the entrance to the Blue Grotto. If this happens on the day of your tour, you will visit another attraction on the island - Children must be accompanied by an adult - At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time - This tour is not wheelchair accessible because changes should be done to adapt it and it's not possible in a group tour - This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Compared with other Day Trips from Naples | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #61 of 63** | €180 | 9h | 4.65 (1004) | shared | | [Private Amalfi Coast Tour - Enjoy it with our local english speaking driver](/italy/naples/tours/private-amalfi-coast-tour-enjoy-it-with-our-local-english-speaking-driver/?format=md) | €320 | 7h | 4.99 (502) | private | | [Best of Amalfi Coast & Pompeii: Exclusive Private Day Experience](/italy/naples/tours/best-of-amalfi-coast-pompeii-exclusive-private-day-experience/?format=md) | €234 | 7h | 4.99 (446) | private | | [Full Day Private Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento/Naples/Salerno](/italy/naples/tours/full-day-private-amalfi-coast-tour-from-sorrento-naples-salerno/?format=md) | €285 | 7h | 4.96 (889) | private | Ranked #61 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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