The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Positano, Campania

May 22, 2022 Esmeralda Fenner

Once a vital part of a mighty sea power, Positano is today a sophisticated resort on the central Amalfi Coast. Moorish-style architecture rises up steep slopes that gaze out on the Sirenuse Islands. Smart boutiques, selling fashions for visitors to display on Grand Beach, abound in the village. And it’s a great base for exploring the area—you can easily travel by boat to Capri, Ischia and the Grotta dello Smeraldo cave.
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1. Rome to Pompeii & Positano Day Trip with Hotel Pick Up & Skip The Line Tickets

Tours of Pompeii with Lello & Co.
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On this one-day tour trip, you get to experience the beauty scenery of the ancient historic cities in the Campania region! You will be assigned a designated driver who is well versed in English, he will meet up with you in the lobby of your hotel in Rome with a first-class, air-conditioned minivan at 7.30am The tour of the city of Pompeii will be conducted by a professional guide, who will highlight the unique features as well as the most interesting aspects of the town. This tour lasts for about 2 hours 30 minutes Aside from Pompeii, you will also get to enjoy the view of the breathtaking Amalfi coastal road and then make regular stops to take in the sensational views from the cliffs, also getting the opportunity to take some amazing and memorable photos. Going further, you will then make a visit to Amalfi itself and also have free time in Positano – about 1 hour. This private tour will last for about 11 hours in total.

Inclusions: admission tickets in Pompeii, Private transportation, Hotel Pick up and drop off in Rome, Top rated and private tour guide, Private english speaking driver

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Reviewed By Hollifur

We booked the tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum and it was absolutely incredible. Lello’s knowledge of both locations was second to none and he clearly has a true passion for the topic. We had a brilliant day and would definitely book further tours with Lello.

2. Enjoy the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii - Tour with Local Driver and Pompeii Guide

Lovely Amalfi Coast Tours - Day Tours
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Our local drivers and guides will be able to have a great attitude (especially empathic and great listeners), knowledge of the local culture, energy and dedication to travelers during this private tour. They will be honored to share with you some special anecdotes about the places to visit and the ancient traditions of this land. They will be thrilled to make your wishes come true. Some clients still remember this tour provided by us after many years as we always try to share the love we have for our land with our visitors. The natural beauties of the Amalfi Coast (Sorrento and Positano) with the historical and cultural charm of the ruins among the most famous in the world, Pompeii. The intertwining of history and natural beauty make this tour unique and unforgettable. Perfect for those looking for a day tour that includes a private English-speaking driver, with a Mercedes vehicle and a licensed private guide.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private driver with excellent knowledge of the English language (not authorized to walk with you), Taxes, parking, diesel, motorway tolls., Private transportation, Hotel / Port / Train Station pick-up and drop-off, 2 hours with a private licensed guide in Pompeii who will be with you inside the ruins

Exclusions: Lunch and drinks. Stopping for lunch will be based on your needs and time., The ticket to the Pompeii ruins must be paid locally € 15 per person in cash., Entrance tickets to Museums, Churches and Ruins

Reviewed By courtneycA2927IQ

The experience with Lovely Amalfi Tours is an absolute MUST when planning your next trip to Italy. Giovanni and his team are amazing hosts, and you feel like you are exploring Italy with your best friends by your side. They are energetic, welcoming, and accommodating to all of your travel needs. My first experience with Lovel Amalfi Tours (in the Summer of 2014) was so enjoyable that I made sure to book another tour with them when I returned to Italy in the summer of 2017. I look forward to my next adventure with the Lovely Amalfi Tours team!!

3. Amalfi Coast Day Trip from Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello

Hotel Antiche Mura Sorrento, Via Fuorimura, 7, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy Mondo Guide Day Tours
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The Amalfi Coast can be complicated and time-consuming to visit on your own. Taking a shared minivan or minibus is the simplest and most affordable way to enjoy the sights. This eight/nine-hour trip begins in Sorrento and heads south for the breathtaking drive (lightly narrated by your driver-or narrated by your guide), and an hour or two in each of the three main towns - Positano, Amalfi and Ravello - before returning to Sorrento.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan/minibus, Driver plus a guide for groups of 9-21 people

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By anitan434

My husband, teenaged daughter, and I took the shared day trip to Carpi from Sorrento. The price was very reasonable and the other passengers were extermely nice. We were pickuped in a old van with no air conditioning and windows that wouldn't roll down. We stopped to pickup others, but fortunately the drive was only a little ways until we reached the port. There was some confusion about payment but off we went. After that biref negative experience, the rest of the day was amazing. Our captain and crew were very accomodating and friendly. We felt safe on our way to Capri. We stopped to snorkel after circling the island. We had fun even though the Blue Grotto was closed due to high tide. Then we had the day to spend on Capri to explore. So much to see and do, but we had just enough time until it was time to meet back at the boat for our return trip. Definitely take this day trip to Capri!

4. Private Tour: Amalfi Coast and Pompeii Day Trip from Rome

Welcome Italy - Day Tours
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A great full day excursion of the ancient archaeological site of Pompeii and the suggestive Amalfi Coast, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Travelling in a private group of no more than 6 people with an air-conditioned minivan. With an official Pompeii guide, you’ll explore the remains of the ancient city, which was frozen in time after an ancient volcanic eruption. Then head to the coast and stop at Positano in time for lunch. Finish with free time to explore and shop in nearby Amalfi, before your return to Rome. Note: In low season (Nov - Mar), most of the businesses in Positano town close. During this time we will visit Amalfi town instead, another beautiful town of the Amalfi Coast, where you will have time for lunch ,shopping and Limoncello Tasting .

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (central Rome only), Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan, Official guide 2 hours in Pompeii, Assistant for the whole trip, Emergency number also operational via whatsapp

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Tips

Reviewed By pilotjdk

had small group vacation planned for last October. cancelled due to Covid. Was offered voucher or refund. told them we needed refund due to not knowing if we would be travelling within a year. was told they would refund our money. Still waiting on a refund of 2084 and 1500 Euros.. that was over 7 months ago when it was cancelled. numerous emails. most of the time no response. Was promised refund when the person handling our group returned to work. nothing yet... Was really looking forward to a great vacation.

5. Pompeii, Sorrento & Amalfi Coast - Skip-The-Line / Expert guide / Min. Walking!

Stazione Marittima, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy ItalyTours.EU
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Explore the Most Important Sites from the Port of Naples! This is the perfect tour if you want to see the best of Pompeii & the Amalfi coast. If this is your first time to the region, we strongly recommend that you join this excursion which will visit the main highlights. You will join a small-group of participants from port and you will get a quality service at an affordable price. This excursion will include an expert guide in Pompeii (not just a driver!) Our guide will skip the line for you and you will therefore get the best value for money tour of Pompeii & Amalfi in a small and intimate group (bring 15 Euros in cash to skip the line with our guide). See all the main highlights of this region straight from the ship, enjoy the services of an English speaking expert & certified guide, and tour in a small-group in a van for easy access to sites and minimal walking. Share the tour with fellow cruise passengers and get the VIP service of a small group and pay less!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Worry-Free Shore Excursion - we return to ship 100% on time (or we take you to the next port on us!)

Exclusions: 15 Euros entry fee to Pompeii (our expert guide will skip the line for you)

Reviewed By V9542EXangiek

We had a private tour as a couple. Alessandro was our amazing guide! He picked us up at the port on time and we drove straight to Rome. He was an excellent driver, showed us all of the highlights, dropped us off at various areas and picked us up on time. We then went to the Vatican where we met our guide Paulo. We had a private tour by a highly educated guide. We were able to skip the line and avoid crowds. Private Tours May cost a bit more but they are worth every cent!! Our day was amazing!

6. Private Shore Excursion from Naples to Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano

Raphael Tours in Pompeii
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Visit the highlights of Ancient Pompeii, Positano and the Amalfi Coast in a intimate private shore excursion from the port of Naples. A top-rated driver with its  comfortable minivan will pick you up at the dock by your ship. You will visit  the excavations of Pompeii with a superb local licensed guide and  the driver will take you to Positano and the Amalfi Coast  or Sorrento to enjoy great panoramas, charming colorful old towns, tasty genuine food specialties and much more. You will be back at the ship safely before embarkation time.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional art historian guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Transport by private vehicle

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Reviewed By M_E_Travel154

Our guide Italo was fantastic. While 2h isn't nearly enough to see everything, he made shure that we got to experience and learn as much as possible about Pompei. Would defintely recommend this tour to anyone visiting!

7. Amalfi coast and Pompeii, with Positano and Sorrento

A Drive Into the Blue
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Depart your hotel or cruise ship to take a tour to the ancient town of Pompeii. Along the way, stop in places such as Positano to view the landscape and Sorrento to do a little shopping. Accompanied by your driver and private guide, if option selected, you will learn all about these quaint areas, all the while taking in the Mediterranean ambiance.

Inclusions: Private tour, All Campania's Region Hotels - Ports - Train station - Airport pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Driver, Professional guide at the ruins (if option selected)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Access fees to Ruins and Monuments (Pompeii € 15 - Visitors younger than 18 free), Professional guide at the ruins (if option including the guide is not selected)

Reviewed By Jaselili2345

We booked a tour with Antonini to herculaneom, Pompei and Mount Vesuv and were welcomed with a big smile at the airport! Antonino is an exceptionally nice and knowlegeful person and shared interesting details of this region and the various historical sites throughout our trip. He picked us up at the airport and dropped us off at our hotel on the Amalfi coast. His driving is impeccable and we were happy to not have to drive ourselves as the roads are very small and curvy. We were so happy about our excursion with Antonino and would recommend anyone to book a tour with him any day.

8. Pompeii, Sorrento And Positano - Private Tour

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Take a day trip to the ancient city of Pompeii and the panoramic cities of Sorrento and Positano. See the highlights of the Campania Region on board a deluxe vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver.Departing from your chosen meeting point and head to the ancient Roman town of Pompeii, a site of excellent preservation. Visit the richly decorated villas of the Roman upper classes as well as public spaces such as the Forum, that take you back in time. Explore the lovely city of Sorrento and relax in one of the nice cafés before heading on to the next stop:Positano. Famous for its cliff-side,candy.coloured buildings.Enjoy free time exploring its shaded alleways, shops and cafes. Enjoy live commentary from your driver. The tour expects the stop in Pompeii for 2hours.In Sorrento 2 hours, allowing plenty time to walk around.In Positano you will have 1 hour to take pictures and relax walking the beautiful narrows streets.

Inclusions: Pick up service, Live commentary on board, English or spanish speaking drivers, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Entrance tickets, Multilingual guide available on request

Reviewed By dianegQ6496FR

Nico was out tour guide. He was very pleasant and knowledgeable. He was not like previous tour guides that I have had experience with in such that he did not push us towards any particular restaurant or stores. Rather, he gave us general advice and told us which places were not recommended and why. We felt that he had our best interests at heart and not looking for kickbacks like other tour guides.

9. Tour to the Amalfi Coast Positano, Amalfi & Ravello from Sorrento

Piazza Torquato Tasso, 16, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy Travel Etc.
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Discover on this 8-hour excursion the amazing Amalfi Coast departing from Sorrento. Travel along the breathtaking serpentine streets of the coast, overlooking the blue and green water of the Gulf. Explore at a leisurely pace Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, admire the charming seaside houses, the ancient saracen towers and take stunning pictures of the bay. Join this small group with dedicated guide to build unforgettable moments of your journey.

Inclusions: Centrally located meeting point in Sorrento , Official Local Guide on the tour and live commentary on board, Round trip transportation with air-conditioned vehicle, Small group of 21 people or less, Local tips to visit Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, Free time in each town to explore the surroundings, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)

Exclusions: Food and Drinks, Optional entry admissions

Reviewed By AndrewJ2361

Excellent trip. Taken during Covid measures and we felt safe. Well organised. Tour guide was knowledgeable and had time and clear explanations for all guests. Bit of a trek to top of vesuvius but well worth taking ones time. Felt value for money.

10. Small Group or Private Pompeii with Amalfi Coast Drive and Positano from Rome

CAFFÈ VERGNANO 1882, Piazzale Flaminio, 5, 6, 00196 Roma RM, Italy Walks of Italy
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Due to Covid19, until the end of 2020, this tour will be amended to ensure your safety: Group size may be reduced. This will be amended as Covid restrictions relax in accordance with local regulations. If you only have one day to see the wonders of the Amalfi Coast, our Pompeii Tour from Rome with Amalfi Cost Drive is the perfect all-in-one day trip for you. It’s a beautiful combination of history, archeology, stunning views, world-class food, and even a little shopping.

Inclusions: Round-trip transport from Rome, Expert Pompeii tour guide, Guided tour at Pompeii and introduction to Positano town, Small groups max 10 people, Free time in Positano town (lunch not included), Expert local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-Off, Lunch

Reviewed By davidtT2026ZZ

This is my second review on this issue, as I've sent "Walks" another email in regards to their "refund policy".This really deserves to be in quotations, as many can attest they don't really have a "refund policy", only the faint promise of one, that will eventually end in a gift voucher. My query is will they continue to honor this voucher past the initial offer? Currently, and into the foreseeable future, the possibilities to book and travel for a vacation in Italy is questionable at best, with the ongoing COVID restrictions. Walks offered vouchers to 150% for the booked tours cost, or something to that tune. Though I'll bet my $400+ CAD tour that all the tours will have increased by at least 150% to cover costs associated with loss of business, and requisite costs for COVID related restrictions and cleaning measures, for your "safety". I'm still requesting that WALKS do the right thing and refund, in full, everyone's booked tours monies, as promised, and as per they're own refund policy...I'm not holding my breath. It will likely require a class action lawsuit against these turkeys. Of all our bookings to Italy, everyone of them EXCEPT Walks, honored and refunded all monies.

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