The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Positano, Campania

May 16, 2022 Darleen Reid

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. Positano, Amalfi and Ravello from Sorrento with assistant on board

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Let be enchanted by the beauty of the Amalfi coast! Jump on board of our A/C minibus and start an incredible journey with us through heavenly places with on board an English Speaking assistant that will will describe you the beauties of the Coast. This is a wonderful tour that crosses the pearls of the Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello in one day! What are you waiting for? Book it today!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Transfer from/to Hotel or meeting point, Professional Driver , English Speaking assistant on board

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrancees in general

Reviewed By KDee232323

Our boat driver was so friendly and informative, made the whole experience enjoyable. Lots of free time to spend in Capri and boat tour around the island also. Well worth the money and time.

3. Private Luxury Amalfi Coast Full Day Tour

Central Station Naples, Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy Private Tours of Southern Italy
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*We offer private luxury tours that are customized to meet your specific needs and interests. Travel at your own pace; see and do only what is important to you. *All our drivers/guides speak English and are fully licensed with many years of experience. They will be happy to share with you their vast knowledge of history, culture, folklore and traditions. Note: Only private licensed guides are permitted to accompany you in archaeological/historical sites. We can arrange for private licensed guide for an additional fee, but our clients do no feel it is necessary for this tour. *We will pick you up and drop you off at your hotel, rental property, port or other agreed upon location. We use only luxury Mercedes vehicles. *We have been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for over 11 years.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Taxes, road tolls, fuel and parking fees are included in the rate.

Exclusions: Gratuities, At lunch time, if you like, your driver will recommend a restaurant, trattoria, pizzeria, or agriturismo that suits your appetite and budget. Cost of lunch is not included in the rate., Upon request, you may visit a winery or enoteca for a tasting of the local and regional wines. Cost of wine and/or food tastings are not included in rate., Admission fees are not included in the rate. All attractions are optional.

Reviewed By sstoll33

Carmine did an amazing job setting up the tours/transportation and guides . All events were seamless and all guides , especially Matteo were terrific. It was a group of family and friends totaling 16 people and could not have gone smoother . From Rome to Palermo and lots of places in between, we were able to change a few things on the fly and accommodate all interests. I would highly recommend Carmine for any touring trip you have .

4. Full-Day Private Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento

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Amalfi Coast private tour visiting Positano Amalfi and Ravello and stopping along the Amalfi Coast road to admire the major highlight of this magnificent territory. Your English speaking and knowledgeable chauffeur will lead you to discover local history, traditions and culture with a running commentary in a Mercedes air conditioned vehicle. The possibility to set a tailor made excursion where it is also possible modify the set timing in order to come to your needs and caring about your happiness.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver/guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch, Professional Guide, Gratuities

Reviewed By 184jensv

We have had a perfect transfer yesterday with Marco from Sorrento to Napoli Airport. Marco was very kind and gave a lot of information about the region. It was a nice goodbye trip from the lovely Amalfi Coast. Next time we will let us pick up froam the airport so we don't need to go by bus & train which will give us immediately a welcome-home atmosphere! Thank you Marco!

5. Small-Group Amalfi Coast Day Cruise from Positano

Boat Rental Positano "Blue Star" Noleggio Barche, Taxi di mare, escursioni marittime. Positano, Via Marina Grande, 84017 Positano SA, Italy Blue Star Boat Tours
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Skirt the stunning Amalfi coast, stopping to explore the most scenic stretches and villages, on this small-group day cruise from Positano. Drift leisurely along the southern Italian coast, marveling at the dramatic views. Travel by the whitewashed fishing village of Praiano, the narrow cove of the Furore fjord and Conca dei Marini, home to the shimmering green waters of the Emerald Grotto sea cave (entance depends on the wind situation). Stop intermittently to swim and snorkel, then enjoy free time in Amalfi or go up to Ravello (calculate 30min bus ride oneway). With a maximum of 12 people on board, you’ll enjoy an intimate experience.

Inclusions: Professional skipper, Transport by boat, Use of snorkeling equipment, 1 drink on board (soda or mineral water)

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission to Emerald Grotto (approx. 5 euros), Entrance fees and activities, Gratuities

Reviewed By avidtravellervic

A well deserved 5/5 on our lovely sunset boat tour! A big thanks to Elisabeth who coordinated it and Sandro who was our skipper. They showed up with a big and beautiful boat, and everything was taken care of - from the prosecco to the snacks. We came to Positano to celebrate a special occasion and they made it a special evening.

6. 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.

7. 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!

8. 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!

9. Positano, Amalfi & Ravello - Shared Tour

Stazione Marittima, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy Di Sarno Car Service - Tours & Excursions
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This full-day tour perfectly pairs land and sea. You’ll visit 3 of the Amalfi coast’s star attractions – Amalfi, Positano and Ravello. You will have 1,5 hours of free time to visit these amazing cities. In a small group, you’ll trundle from a village to village, exploring every nook and cranny up the beauty of this world-famous coastline. This tour give you a local flavour of the destination while showcasing its uniquem authentic and responsible values. With a maximum of 15 guests, this tour features a more personal touch. First up you’ll stop in the cliff-side village of Positano where you’ll not be able to take your eyes off the colourful houses tubling down into the sea. Afterwards, we’ll follow the coast further along to the sun-soaked town of Amalfi to enjoy some free time. And last but not least, you’ll head to Ravello, the charming village of the coast, here you can take pictures in your free time. Walk the narrow streets full of wonderful craft and ceramics shops.

Inclusions: Pick up service from selected points, Live commentary on board, English speaking driver, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Multilingual guide available on request, Tips

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.

10. 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.

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