Set sail from Sorrento to Capri with Explore Sorrento’s full-day Capri Minicruise. Experience the island’s iconic grottos, towering rocks, and charming streets with expert guidance and long island leisure time.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly boat time plus walking on flat to moderate terrain around Capri.
Wildlife
History
Capri has been a prized retreat since Roman times, famously enjoyed by Emperor Tiberius who built multiple villas here.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on protecting marine life and limiting visitor impact on natural grottoes and coastal habitats.
Explore Sorrento
Set sail from Sorrento to Capri with Explore Sorrento’s full-day Capri Minicruise. Experience the island’s iconic grottos, towering rocks, and charming streets with expert guidance and long island leisure time.
Explore Sorrento is a local tour operator based in Sorrento, Campania, offering a curated selection of coastal, culinary and cultural experiences. The company organizes boat cruises along the Sorrento and Amalfi coastlines, guided archaeological visits to Pompeii and Herculaneum, hands-on cooking and pizza classes, and immersive farm visits focused on lemons, oil and cheeses.
Trips include short experiences like the 3-hour Sunset Tour along the Sorrento coastline with a swim and prosecco aperitif, and longer full-day options such as Capri boat tours with swimming, snorkeling and island time. Archaeology-focused excursions include guided 6-hour Pompeii visits with a vineyard lunch and combined Herculaneum & Pompeii full-day tours. Food-focused options include the Sorrento Walking Food Tour sampling local specialties, the Oil & Lemon Tour visiting a limoncello factory and lemon grove, and farm experiences with mozzarella demonstrations and pizza-making classes.
Guides and crews operate from central Sorrento and coordinate departures to nearby destinations including Capri, Positano, Amalfi and Vesuvius. Where noted, tours include local tastings, onboard refreshments and easy lunches at vineyards or farms. Descriptions list durations and key inclusions so guests can choose appropriate options. Explore Sorrento’s program is focused on region-specific experiences that highlight Sorrento’s coastline, culinary traditions and nearby archaeological sites.
Tours Offered
19
Coastal, cultural & culinary trips
Typical Duration
3–8 hrs
Half-day to full-day options
Starting Point
Sorrento, Campania
Departures from central Sorrento
Experience Types
Boat, Food, History, Cooking
Boat cruises, tastings, archaeological visits
Secure a spot on a sunset cruise, Capri boat tour, Pompeii visit or cooking class — departures from central Sorrento to top coastal and cultural sites.
Bring Valid ID
Carry your passport or identity card for the boat boarding process.
Sunscreen and Sun Protection
Protect yourself from intense coastal sun exposure, especially on deck during the boat ride.
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The island’s cobblestone streets and uneven paths require sturdy, slip-resistant footwear.
Bring Cash for Passenger Tax
A small passenger tax (€2.50) is not included on the boat tour and is payable upon disembarkation.
Water-resistant Jacket
Useful for occasional spring rain showers during the boat tour.
spring
Sun Hat
Provides protection against strong sun exposure on deck and during island hikes.
summer
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Necessary for navigating cobblestone streets and uneven paths on Capri.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during the boat ride and island exploration.