--- title: Private Capri Island and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples or Sorrento lang: en type: tour city: Naples country: Italy price: 500 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.86 reviews: 321 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [de, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Private guide, tickets in rank_in_category: 32 of 65 (Day Trips from Naples) schedule_checked: 2026-09-22 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/tours/private-capri-island-and-blue-grotto-day-tour-from-naples-or-sorrento/ --- # Private Capri Island and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples or Sorrento **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. ## Overview Travel to stunning Capri by fast ferry(not private boat) after met the guide. Wind along the famous Mamma Mia cliffside road, where you can snap some photos of a lifetime. Weather permitting,you will enter , by small boat, into the exquisite Blue Grotto, or Grotta Azzurra, to marvel at the glowing bluewater. The large cavern can only be reached by small boat through a narrow opening. Ride the chairlift from Anacapri to the peak of Monte Solaro to soak up spectacular views of the entire island. If you’re lucky, you will spot Mt. Vesuvius and Ischia Procida islands on the horizon. Afterwards, visit the beautiful Villa San Michele and its lush gardens. During your wanders, you will spot ancient artefacts nestled in the flora and fauna. Follow this with a visit to La Piazzetta, a quaint square lined with boutiques and cafes. Finally, visit the fabulous Augustus Gardens, where you can enjoy breath-taking views . Faraglioni, Capri’s famous rock formations, before your return journey. ## Before you book - Meeting point: FROM NAPLES CRUISE SHIP: At the exit of… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 07:30, 07:40, 08:15: 3 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €500 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.86/5 from 321 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 96% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Tours of Capri-Private Tours of Amalfi Coast & Pompeii - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | From Sorrento's Port | €500 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Spanish, English, French | Starting point: Via Marina Piccola, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy | | From Capri | €500 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Spanish, English, French | Starting point: Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy | | From Naples Port | €500 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Spanish, English, French | Cruise 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 | ## What's 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) ## Not included - Food and drinks - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Villa San Michele admission tickets - Tip is not included ## Itinerary 1. **Marina Grande** (1h) - Main port of Capri that you will reach from Naples or Sorrento by ferry . Ferry takes 50/60 minutes. ( if you already stay in Capri , your tour starts at the lobby and lasts 6 hours instead of 8) 2. **Blue Grotto** (1h; admission included) - By convertible car or a shuttle bus (depends on your group number) reach The Blue Grotto , as your first stop ( weather permitting , otherwise a sharing boat ride tour around the island will be included) .The cave will leave you speechless. Lying on board a small boat you... 3. **Anacapri** (1h 30m) - is the second stop of this day tour, a more peaceful place than Capri. Here you will also stop for lunch. 4. **Monte Solaro** (1h; admission included) - From Mount Solaro you can enjoy the most beautiful view of Capri. In Ancapri , Get on the chair lift and admire the landscape below with the Gulf of Naples and the Vesuvius in front. 5. **Piazetta di Capri** (2h) - Piazza Umberto I is better known as the "Piazzetta". Sitting at a bar table you can enjoy an aperitif or a good Neapolitan espresso and maybe find yourself sitting next to a celebrity. 6. **Giardini di Augusto** (30m; admission included) - The Gardens of Augustus are a must to admire the symbol of the island of Capri, the rocks Faragioni. Follow your guide in a walking tour of the Gardens. 7. **Marina Grande** (1h) - Here you will catch your ferry back to Naples or Sorrento. Ferry takes 50/60 minutes . ( if you already stay in Capri , your tour ends at your hotel ) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:30, 07:40, 08:15 - 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 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) Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJe3ObJ0YIOxMRx9tDxS7xIcI ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults - If the blue grotto is closed you can do the sharing boat ride all around the island Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €1000 | €500 | | 4 | €1520 | €380 | | 6 | €1560 | €260 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Day Trips from Naples start at €35 per person. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Naples | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 65** | €500 | 8h | 4.86 (321) | private | | [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 (441) | 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 (883) | private | Ranked #32 of 65 in Day Trips from Naples by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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