How many days do you need in Naples, the Amalfi Coast & Sorrento?
- Most travelers spend 7-9 days in Naples, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento combined
- Visiting Naples, Amalfi Coast, and Sorrento in 6 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Rome, Capri, and Florence
How Many Days to Spend on the Amalfi Coast
Recommended Itineraries for Naples, the Amalfi Coast & Sorrento
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Naples, Explore | Naples |
| Day 2 | Street Food Tour in Naples | Naples |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sorrento, Visit Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius | Sorrento |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Sorrento |
| Day 5 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 6 | Vespa Tour of the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 7 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 | Depart Naples |
Your trip starts in the lively city of Naples, a cultural hub full of gastronomic delights. Enjoy the sights and sounds (and tastes) of the city before exploring the impressive ruins of Pompeii and taking in the views of Mount Vesuvius. Round off your trip with time in Sorrento and along the Amalfi Coast. Dine on fresh seafood in waterfront restaurants, soak in the sunshine on the island of Capri, and stroll through colorful, bohemian villages. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Naples, Explore | Naples |
| Day 2 | Street Food Tour in Naples | Naples |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Sorrento, Visit Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius | Sorrento |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Sorrento |
| Day 5 | Free Day in Sorrento | Sorrento |
| Day 6 | Transfer to the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 7 | Vespa Tour of the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 8 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 9 | Depart Naples |
Make the most of your time in Italy while visiting the cultural hub of Naples and the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Delight your taste buds by trying the famous Neopolitan pizza and discovering the incredible street food the city offers. From there, delve into the history of Pompeii and Vesuvius before making your way first to sunny Sorrento and then to the incredibly scenic Amalfi Coast. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Rome
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Rome & Transfer to Amalfi Coast, Positano Sunset Cruise | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 2 | Day Trip to Capri & Anacapri | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 3 | Wine Tasting, Vineyard Tour | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 4 | Free Day on the Amalfi Coast | Amalfi Coast |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Sorrento, Afternoon Cooking Class | Sorrento |
| Day 6 | Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Tour | Sorrento |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Naples, City Tour | Naples |
| Day 8 | Free Day in Naples | Naples |
| Day 9 | Return to Rome, Afternoon Colosseum & Forum Tour | Rome |
| Day 10 | Vatican Tour: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, Rome Walking Tour | Rome |
| Day 11 | Galleria Borghese Tour | Rome |
| Day 12 | Food Tour of Monti | Rome |
| Day 13 | Free Day in Rome or Ostia | Rome |
| Day 14 | Depart Rome |
Spend two weeks living "la dolce vita" on this relaxing getaway trip. Spend four days exploring rocky beaches and sprawling summer villas on the Amalfi Coast, then head to Sorrento for beautiful architecture and a cooking class. Go shopping in Naples' glass-roofed Galleria Umberto, then head to Rome to discover Roman ruins, cozy streetside cafés, and serene city parks. Read more
How to travel between Naples, the Amalfi Coast & Sorrento
How to get from Sorrento to Naples
There are numerous ways to get from Sorrento to Naples, both located on the Gulf of Naples, about 30 miles (48 km) apart. The easiest and quickest option is by ferry. Despite the fact that the ferry goes via the island of Ischia, the sea journey is only 45 minutes and is quite scenic along the way. Read more
How to get from Naples to the Amalfi Coast
Although the distance is not very far, making the 41-mile (66 km) journey from Naples to the Amalfi Coast requires multiple modes of transport. Travelers can take a high-speed or regional train from Naples to Salerno and hire a private transfer the rest of the way. Bus and ferry options from Salerno are also available, though these are less efficient and less comfortable. Read more
How to get from Amalfi to Sorrento
However way you choose to get from Amalfi to Sorrento, the high-nested villages across the way will always be a magnificent backdrop to your route. Read more
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