Amalfi looks better from your own boat. This private 7-hour day focuses on time on the water and real stops on the coast, with a swim off Li Galli plus breaks in Amalfi and Positano. I also like that your group stays together (up to 6) and you get onboard snacks and drinks like prosecco and limoncello, so the mood stays relaxed.

One thing to think about: you’ll likely pay extra landing and boarding fees in Amalfi and Positano (listed as €50 per booking), and the tour runs only when the weather cooperates.

Key things I’d anchor on before booking

• A private group up to 6 keeps the pace calmer than boats packed with strangers
• Li Galli swim stop is built into the schedule, not tacked on at the end
• Amalfi + Positano land time gives you enough walking to enjoy the towns, not just stare from afar
• Snacks and drinks onboard include water, soft drinks, beer, prosecco, and limoncello
• Small cabin boat style fits the coast feel (and helps if the day gets breezy)
• Plan for €50 landing/boarding fees even though most essentials are included

Why this private Amalfi day feels like the right kind of luxury

There’s luxury on the Amalfi Coast that’s all about a driver, a fancy table, and a quick photo. Then there’s the kind that actually changes your day. This boat tour is the second type.

You’re not just sightseeing from the shore. You’re moving along the coastline with your own group, with swim time and the freedom that comes from not waiting for dozens of people. Even the schedule feels practical: a couple of solid moments at sea, then real time on land in the two most classic stops.

And the service side is part of the value. In the kind of small-team operation this is, you’ll see familiar staff names come up in customer notes: owner Mario, and captains/skippers like Nando and Alessandro. That’s a good sign because it usually means the same people are building the experience, not just handing you off.

The biggest win is simple: you’re spending your limited vacation hours on what’s hard to “replicate” any other way—sea views, sea air, and the chance to actually get in the water.

Getting on board: pickup, meeting point, and how the day flows

The tour starts at Piazza Angelina Lauro in Sorrento. If your hotel is in the supported zones—Meta, Piano di Sorrento, Sant’Agnello, Sorrento, and Massa Lubrense—you can get hotel pickup with a free shuttle bus.

If your hotel is in a restricted traffic area, you’ll meet at the listed square instead. That’s pretty common along the Amalfi-style coast roads, so I’d treat it as normal rather than a surprise.

You’ll also get a mobile ticket, and the tour is offered in English. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours (as long as availability works). The meeting point is described as near public transportation, which is helpful if you’re already moving around on your own.

Timing matters here because you’re not just doing one quick photo stop. The day is structured around:

• a swim session off the Li Galli islands
• around 1.5 hours in Amalfi
• around 1.5 hours in Positano
• plus additional time for travel between areas

That “movement time + free time” buffer is smart. It keeps the schedule from feeling like a nonstop sprint.

Li Galli: the swim stop you’ll remember (and how to make it count)

Li Galli is the headline stop for a reason. You’re getting a designated swim break off the islands, and it’s positioned with serious coast-myth energy—because the area is famously tied to the siren myth, with rocks facing Positano. Even if you never care about legends, it helps explain why the water here feels like its own little world.

You get about 2 hours for the swim stop. That’s long enough to do the basics well: jump in, float, swim around a bit, then give yourself time to dry off and reset before you head back on land.

A couple practical tips based on how boat days work:

• Wear what you can into the water quickly. Think swimsuit underneath so you don’t waste time changing.
• Bring a plan for sun protection, because you’re on open water and you’ll be out longer than a typical “look and go” stop.

In at least one account of this kind of private day, the captain also worked around the water for additional photo-friendly/swimming opportunities (including mentions like the green cave). Since this is private, the day can feel more tailored than fixed mass-tour routes.

Amalfi with enough time for the highlights (without turning it into a race)

After the sea portion, you get off in Amalfi for about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Amalfi is a UNESCO-listed town (recognized in 1997), and the timing is set so you can see the essentials without trying to cross the whole town.

What this stop is good for:

• the view from the tip of the port
• a walk along the seafront
• exploring the alleyways and shops
• visiting the Duomo

The 1.5-hour window is short, but it’s long enough to do the “best hits” circuit if you keep your route tight. I’d treat it like a choose-your-own-adventure: either spend more time near the port viewpoints and seafront, or focus on climbing toward the Duomo area and then enjoy the shops on the way back down.

One consideration: Amalfi can feel crowded around the most iconic viewpoints. A private boat day won’t magically erase crowds, but it does help you arrive with fewer complications than land-only tours.

Positano: postcard views, stairways, and the right way to pace 90 minutes

Then you hit Positano, also with about 1 hour and 30 minutes on land. Positano is the classic Amalfi Coast town—those colorful buildings stacked down toward the sea are the reason people fall in love with postcards in the first place.

The key is your pacing. The town is famous for stairways and viewpoints, so you’ll want to slow down. This itinerary’s timing actually supports that. You’re not forced to “cover everything.” You’re given space to wander, look, take a break, and do that slow-moving la dolce vita feeling.

What you’ll get out of this stop:

• enough time for a viewpoint moment or two
• time for strolling the seafront and shopping streets
• time to enjoy the town’s stair-and-terrace vibe without rushing

If you’re the type who likes structure, pick one viewpoint area near your starting point, then work your way back with small stops. If you’re more flexible, just follow where the stairs and scenic turns pull you.

Onboard food and drinks: included comfort that keeps the mood light

Food on a boat can be a letdown when it’s just crumbs and plastic cups. Here, your tour includes snacks plus drinks: water, coke, beer, prosecco, and limoncello.

There’s also a note about alcohol service: anyone under Italy’s legal drinking age (18) won’t be served alcoholic beverages. That matters if you’re booking for mixed-age groups.

One of the most praised bits from customer notes is the crew vibe. Captains are described as friendly, helpful, and very involved. In one account, the captain actually cooked pasta on board for lunch, described as a perfect lunch dish. That’s not something I’d assume every time—but it does signal that when the day’s set up right, the service can go beyond the basics.

Even if lunch is just snacks and drinks for your group, the included beverages do something important: they reduce friction. You’re not hunting for a café the moment you’re hungry, and you can stay in “boat mode” longer.

The boat experience: cabin comfort and why the size matters

This tour is described as a private sailing, and one account mentions a 7.5-meter cabin gozzo—the kind of smaller coastal boat that feels authentic to this part of the world. A cabin helps when the sea gets a bit choppy or when the sun isn’t being cooperative.

Smaller boats usually mean:

• you can hear your captain
• the crew can help more directly
• the day feels less like cattle movement

And because it’s private, you’re not juggling multiple groups. You’re doing your own version of Amalfi.

Price and value: what you’re really paying for

The price is listed as $1,505.14 per group, up to 6 people, for about 7 hours. That matters because you should calculate value based on group cost, not per-person “headline” thinking.

At full group size (6 people), you’re roughly in the ballpark of $250 per person for the private charter, the sea time, and the included snacks/drinks. If you have fewer than 6, the per-person cost rises, but you still gain the private schedule control and pickup convenience.

Two cost notes to keep in your decision:

• Landing and boarding fees aren’t included and are listed as €50 per booking for Amalfi and Positano. Factor that in so you’re not doing math on vacation day.
• The included drinks aren’t symbolic. You get prosecco and limoncello in addition to soft drinks, water, and beer, which can offset the cost of buying your own beverages on land.

So is it “worth it”? For a private 7-hour day with a swim stop and two major towns, it usually is—especially if you’re traveling with a group of friends or family who will actually use the private format.

Who this tour suits best (and who might want a different option)

This is ideal if you:

• want private time, not a crowded group day
• care about swimming off the coast (Li Galli is scheduled, not optional)
• want a clean hit-list of stops: Amalfi + Positano
• prefer a relaxed day where the sea time is part of the plan, not a transfer between photos

It may be less ideal if you’re:

• extremely budget-tight and would rather spend the money on a train/bus plus paid entry tickets
• hoping for lots of extra towns beyond Amalfi and Positano (this plan focuses on these two)
• traveling in weeks when weather frequently turns rough, since the tour requires good conditions

Should you book this private Amalfi Coast boat tour?

Yes, if you want your Amalfi day to feel like time on the water, not just a land-hopping checklist. The combination of Li Galli swim time, included onboard snacks and drinks, and meaningful blocks of time in Amalfi and Positano makes it a strong use of a limited day.

I’d book especially if:

• you can fill the group (closer to 6 people lowers the effective per-person cost)
• you’re the type who enjoys viewpoints but also wants downtime
• you’d rather have a captain/crew who can help with the flow than follow a fixed mass-tour script

If you’re okay with the extra €50 landing/boarding fees and you’re flexible with timing due to weather, this is the kind of day you’ll talk about long after the photos are downloaded.

FAQ

How long is the private boat tour of the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento?

The duration is approximately 7 hours.

What places does the tour stop at?

The tour includes stops for swimming off Li Galli, then disembarkation in Amalfi and Positano.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Hotel pickup is available for facilities in Meta, Piano di Sorrento, Sant’Agnello, Sorrento, and Massa Lubrense. If your hotel is in a restricted traffic area, you’ll be picked up at the meeting point.

Where is the meeting point?

The start (and end) point is Piazza Angelina Lauro, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy.

What’s included in the price?

Included are pickup with a free shuttle bus (where available), the Li Galli swim stop, stops in Amalfi and Positano, and snacks and drinks including beer, coke, water, prosecco, and limoncello.

Are landing and boarding fees included?

No. Landing and boarding fees are not included and are listed as €50.00 per booking for Amalfi and Positano.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It’s a private tour/activity, and only your group participates.

Does the tour serve alcohol?

Alcoholic beverages like prosecco and limoncello are included, but travelers under the legal drinking age in Italy (18) will not be served alcohol.