Capri Anacapri and Blue Grotto Full-Day Trip from Sorrento
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Overview
Our Capri day trip from Sorrento covers the island's best-known sights with a local guide. You meet at the port in Sorrento, take the express ferry to Capri (return tickets included), then travel by shuttle bus to the Blue Grotto with entrance ticket and rowing boat included, followed by Anacapri and Capri town. If the sea closes the grotto, a boat tour around the island replaces it. Lunch is not included. The trip suits first-time visitors who want a well-organised day with free time.
Highlights
- Return express ferry tickets from Sorrento to Capri included
- Local English-speaking guide for the day
- Blue Grotto entrance ticket and rowing boat included, weather permitting
- Boat tour around the island if the grotto is closed by the sea
- Shuttle bus between the sights on the island
- Free time in Anacapri and at the Piazzetta of Capri
- Optional chairlift to Monte Solaro, paid separately
Full Description
The ferry crossing and Marina Grande
The day begins at the port of Sorrento, where you meet your guide and board the express ferry to Capri. The crossing takes about half an hour, with views of the Sorrento cliffs slipping away and the outline of Capri growing on the horizon. Return ferry tickets are included, so you avoid queuing at the ticket office.
Many travellers wonder how to get to Capri from Sorrento and whether a day trip is enough. It is: the ferries are frequent, and with a guide and a shuttle bus you make the most of the hours on the island. You arrive at Marina Grande, the main harbour, where the shuttle bus waits.
The Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra)
The Blue Grotto is the most famous sea cave in Italy. Its entrance is so small that visitors lie back in a rowing boat to pass through, and inside, sunlight from an underwater opening makes the water glow a bright blue. Your Blue Grotto ticket and the rowing boat are included in this trip, so there is nothing more to buy at the cave.
Visits depend on sea conditions, and the grotto is closed when the waves are high. If that happens, the trip is replaced by a boat tour around the island, where you can photograph the Faraglioni rocks and see natural caves. It is worth asking your guide about the best time to visit the Blue Grotto; the light is often strongest around midday.
Anacapri: quiet streets and the view from above
Anacapri is the higher and calmer of Capri's two towns, reached by a winding road above the sea. Here you have free time to wander lanes lined with whitewashed houses, small shops and gardens, and to visit sights such as the Church of San Michele with its famous majolica floor, or Villa San Michele, built by the Swedish doctor Axel Munthe.
For a wider view, the chairlift to Monte Solaro rises to the island's highest point at around 590 metres, from which you can see the whole Bay of Naples. The chairlift is optional and paid separately, and it is best to decide with your guide how it fits your free time.
Capri town, the Piazzetta and the return to Sorrento
The shuttle bus then takes you to Capri town and the Piazzetta, the small stage-like square under the clock tower that is the social heart of the island. Around it are cafes, narrow lanes with boutiques and paths to viewpoints, including the Gardens of Augustus, which overlook the Faraglioni rocks.
Your guide gives you time to explore alone, then leads the group down to Marina Grande for the ferry back to Sorrento. Guests searching for the best things to do in Capri will find that this route combines the classics in a single relaxed day, with the practical benefit that transport is arranged.
Itinerary
- Meet at the port in SorrentoMeet your local guide at the meeting point at Marina Piccola and receive your ferry tickets.
- Express ferry to CapriCross the bay in about half an hour with views of Sorrento and Capri.
- Blue GrottoTransfer by shuttle bus and boat to the Blue Grotto, and enter in a rowing boat if the sea allows; otherwise, enjoy a boat tour around the island.
- AnacapriFree time in the quieter upper town, with optional chairlift to Monte Solaro.
- Lunch breakTime for lunch at a place of your choice, as food is not included.
- Capri town and the PiazzettaFree time to explore, shop and enjoy a coffee in the main square.
- Return ferry to SorrentoMeet your guide at Marina Grande and sail back to Sorrento.
What's included
- Return ferry tickets from Sorrento to Capri
- Local guide
- Blue Grotto entrance ticket and rowboat into the cave
- Boat tour around the island if the Blue Grotto is closed
- Shuttle bus transport on the island
- Visit to Anacapri and Capri town
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Chairlift tickets (optional)
- Tips
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 4–12
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.8/5 by past travellers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users and travellers with mobility impairments, because of the boats, steps and steep streets
Meeting point
You meet your local guide at the Hotel Il Faro, at the main port of Sorrento, Marina Piccola. Hotel pickup is not included. The booking panel shows the start time, and after booking we send the exact meeting time. Please arrive a few minutes early so the group can board the ferry together.
Important information
- Bring your passport or ID card, which may be checked for the ferry.
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, and bring a hat and sunscreen for the summer months.
- If the Blue Grotto is closed by the sea, it is replaced by a boat tour around the island.
- This is not a full boat tour: the day combines the Blue Grotto with visits to Anacapri and Capri town.
- Food and drinks and the optional chairlift tickets are not included.
- Tips for your guide are not included.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Capri day trip from Sorrento cost?
The price depends on the number of adults and children. The booking panel on this page shows the current price, adult and child.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You meet the guide at the port of Sorrento, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
How long is the trip?
The trip lasts about eight hours from the meeting time in Sorrento to the return ferry.
Are the ferry tickets and the Blue Grotto entrance included?
Yes, return ferry tickets from Sorrento to Capri and the Blue Grotto entrance ticket with the rowing boat are included.
What happens if the Blue Grotto is closed?
When the sea does not allow entry, the visit is replaced by a boat tour around the island with views of the Faraglioni rocks and natural caves.
Is the trip suitable for children?
Yes, families are welcome, and the booking panel shows the age range for child places. It is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments.
What should I wear and bring?
Bring your passport or ID, comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and a light layer for the sea breeze.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if places remain. Choose the date in the booking panel to see live availability, keeping in mind that the sea conditions decide the Blue Grotto visit.
Is lunch included?
No, food and drinks are not included. There is a lunch break at a place of your choice, and your guide can suggest options.
Is the Blue Grotto worth it?
For most guests yes, because the blue light inside the cave is unique, although the visit is short. On this trip it is combined with Anacapri and Capri town so the day feels complete.
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