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Private Capri Island and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples or Sorrento

4.9 · 321 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Naples Operated by Tours of Capri-Private Tours of Amalfi Coast & Pompeii Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
German, English, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
07:30, 07:40, 08:15 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A guided day on Capri by shared fast ferry, then a convertible car or shuttle along the cliff road, the Blue Grotto by rowing boat when the sea allows, the Augustus Gardens and the Monte Solaro chairlift, tickets included.

Hotel pickup, food and Villa San Michele are extra; the child rate needs two paying adults. 4.86 from 321 reviews at €500 per person.

In our comparison: #31 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: German, English, Spanish, French.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
From Sorrento's PortThe page priceStarting point: Via Marina Piccola, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy€500 for 2+ people
From CapriStarting point: Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy€500 for 2+ people
From Naples PortCruise ship: If you are on cruise ship, please specify the name of the cruise ship so the guide can meet you at the exit of the port gates€500 for 2+ people

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 22 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Local guide
  • Augustus Gardens admission tickets
  • Transport by private convertible car ( till 5 people) or Shuttle bus( from 6 people up)
  • Transportation to the Blue Grotto by sharing boat or by convertible car/shuttle bus
  • Blue Grotto admission tickets
  • Round-trip shared fast ferry to Capri
  • Chairlift admission tickets
  • Shared boat ride tour all around the island (If the Blue Grotto is closed)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Villa San Michele admission tickets
  • Tip is not included

Reviews

4.9
321 ratings
Viator 215 · Tripadvisor 106

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 309 of 321

Star breakdown of all 321 ratings

5 stars
296 · 92%
4 stars
13 · 4%
3 stars
8 · 2%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
4 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise attentive guides and flexible planning, though weather prevented some Blue Grotto visits.

Praised

  • Friendly, knowledgeable guides explaining Capri's history and local life
  • Flexible plans adapted to family interests, pace and mobility needs
  • Ferries, taxis and tickets arranged smoothly, with stops timed to avoid queues
  • Chairlift rides and views from the top of the island
  • Helpful restaurant suggestions and lunches overlooking the water

Complaints

  • Weather closures left some unable to visit the Blue Grotto
  • Some faced long Blue Grotto queues, while others reported little or no waiting
  • Some questioned the value of the private tour, while others felt it justified the cost
  • Some wanted more guide commentary, while others praised detailed island explanations

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 May 2024 to 20 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
FROM NAPLES CRUISE SHIP: At the exit of the port gates at 07.30 am. ( please write in Special Requirements the name of your ship) , FROM CAPRI ISLAND: The meeting point is at the lobby of your hotel at 8.15 am. (Remember that as you have chosen the meeting point on the island , no ferry tickets are included with this option as you should be already on the island), The meeting point is the Main port of Sorrento, Marina Piccola, by the ticket office, near the Tree at 07.40 am. , The guide will meet you on the main road (Via Acton) next to the 'MOLO BEVERELLO' sign on the wall. This is located to the right of the ferry ticket office main entrance, at street level, facing the Maschio Angioino (the Old Castle). The guide will be holding a sign with your name. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
07:30, 07:40, 08:15 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Tours of Capri-Private Tours of Amalfi Coast & Pompeii; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Min. 2 to book not for solo travellers
  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Naples

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #31 of 63€5008h4.86 (321)private
Private Amalfi Coast Tour - Enjoy it with our local english speaking driver€3207h4.99 (502)private
Best of Amalfi Coast & Pompeii: Exclusive Private Day Experience€2347h4.99 (446)private
Full Day Private Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento/Naples/Salerno€2857h4.96 (889)private

Ranked #31 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €557, median €109; typical length 8h. 15 of 63 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 63 Day Trips from Naples

From €500 per adult · From Sorrento's Port