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title: "From Sorrento: Capri & Optional Blue Grotto Boat Tour"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Sorrento
country: Italy
price: 102
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.82
reviews: 777
duration_minutes: 420
languages: [en, it, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 18 of 27 (Capri Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/sorrento/tours/from-sorrento-capri-optional-blue-grotto-boat-tour/
---

# From Sorrento: Capri & Optional Blue Grotto Boat Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A shared boat around Capri with swim stops on the island and Sorrento coasts, time in the historic centre and a Blue Grotto stop timed for shorter queues when the sea allows. The grotto entrance and the Capri landing tax are paid on site; drinks and snacks are on board, and private and afternoon versions exist. 4.82 from 777 reviews at €102 per person.

In our comparison: #18 of 27 in Capri Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

The 'only chance to be able to visit in one day the island of Capri with its crystal clear sea, its fascinating historic center and its secret coastline. Full 7-hour tour on shared boats of up to 12 people, island tour with stops at coastal highlights, swim stops around Capri & Sorrento coast . Stop at the Blue Grotto ( weather/sea permitting ) at a convenient time when there are fewer lines ( early morning or afternoon ). This boat tour takes place on comfortable 10-meter boats, the skipper and guide on board will guide you to discover Italy's most beautiful coastline and sea on a fun tour with lots of spots to take iconic photos

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 222 pickup points
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Group size varies by option: max 12 from €119 · private from €390
- 9 start times: between 08:00 and 15:05
- Food included: Dry snacks like Potato chips
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €80: ages 3 to 8

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 222 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €102 per person for the Shared full day option; other options up to €614
- Duration: 7h
- Rating: 4.82/5 from 777 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Lubrense Boats
- Group: Group size varies by option: max 12 from €119 · private from €390
- Guide languages: English, Italian, Spanish
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 9 start times between 08:00 and 15:05
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.82 from 777 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 736 of 777.

- 5 stars: 702 (90%)
- 4 stars: 34 (4%)
- 3 stars: 24 (3%)
- 2 stars: 11 (1%)
- 1 star: 6 (1%)

## 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared full day | €102 / person | Italian, Spanish, English | - |
| Shared Afternoon 5hrs | €119 / person | Italian, Spanish, English | Duration: 5 hours: Shared experience in the afternoon for maximum 12 people on board. Departure 3PM return scheduled for 8PM. |
| Private Afternoon 5Hrs | €390 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian, Spanish, English | Duration: 5 hours: Private experience in the afternoon for maximum 12 people on board. Departure 3PM return scheduled for 8PM. |
| Private Full day | €614 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian, Spanish, English | Exclusive boat with skipper |

## What's included

- Water
- Dry snacks like Potato chips
- Prosecco
- Drinks ( water, pepsi, beer, limoncello )

## Not included

- Blue Grotto Entrance Fee
- Capri Landing Tax & Destination Fee

## Itinerary

1. **Sorrento** (pass by, no stop) - Choose from dozens of meeting points available in Sorrento both in the center and suburbs and relax with our port pick-up service. Alternatively, we can meet directly at the Marina della Lobra pier.
2. **Lubrense Boats** (15m) - We will start from Marina della Lobra on boats for max 12 people, located in the heart of Punta Campanella Marine Park, is a favorite area for dolphins and sea turtles
3. **Blue Grotto** (30m) - Reaching the island of Capri after about 30 minutes of navigation at moderate speed we will reach the Blue Grotto. In Roman times it served as the private swimming pool of an important villa in the area, today with its play of light it is one of the most visited nature sites...
4. **Punta Carena Lighthouse** (pass by, no stop) - We will navigate along the coast of Anacapri, the second town on the island that has the second largest and most powerful lighthouse in Italy: the Punta Carena lighthouse
5. **Grotta Verde** (10m) - Once a den for local pirates to hide out and suddenly assault merchants in the area, today it is a natural oasis for migratory birds with crystal-clear waters.
6. **Spiaggia di Marina Piccola** (30m) - Fascinating from a naturalistic point of view with turquoise waters and sheer rock. Crowded with yachts from all over the world with their helicopters and floating pools competing for places in the exclusive restaurants along the coast. all this is Capri's Marina Piccola, the...
7. **Faraglioni** (20m) - The Faraglioni of Capri are the symbol of the island and an ideal spot to take unique souvenir photos. With our boats we will stop near the Faraglioni so that you can take magnificent souvenir photos aided by our staff.
8. **Villa Malaparte** (pass by, no stop) - Rich emperors and famous people have lived in Capri through the centuries. Discover from close, one of the emblematic houses of the island.
9. **Natural Arch** (pass by, no stop) - Magnificent natural formation where you can let your imagination flies to discover further Capri’s beauty.
10. **White Grotta** (5m) - Natural grotto where everything gets white, instead of crystalline dream water, see from distance, the stalagmite that looks like Virgin Mary, reason of many visitors and making the grotto famous on earlier years.
11. **Island of Capri** (4h) - Get 4 hours to discover Capri from inside. Time for yourself and your loved ones. PLEASE NOTE: The 'order of visiting places is approximate. The skipper according to the marine weather conditions of the day decide whether to do the 4-hour stop first and then do island tour,...
12. **Sorrento** (pass by, no stop) - At the end of the tour sail for about 30 minutes at moderate speed to return to the port of departure. Then drop-off service at the same pick-up point in the morning.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 9 start times between 08:00 and 15:05
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- 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.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 222

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Capri Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #18 of 27** | €102 | 7h | 4.82 (777) | varies by option |
| [Private Capri Boat Tour Local Gems and Prosecco Best Seller](/italy/sorrento/tours/private-capri-boat-tour-local-gems-and-prosecco-best-seller/?format=md) | €1250 per group | 7h | 4.97 (777) | private |
| [Capri Guided Boat Experience with Island Exploration and Transfer](/italy/sorrento/tours/capri-guided-boat-experience-with-island-exploration-and-transfer/?format=md) | €99 | 7h | 4.95 (457) | shared |
| [Full-Day Private Capri Boat Tour](/italy/sorrento/tours/full-day-private-capri-boat-tour/?format=md) | €750 per group | 7h | 4.99 (198) | private |

Ranked #18 of 27 in Capri Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €70 to €825, median €119; typical length 7h. 8 of 27 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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