Self-Launched Sailing the Amalfi Coast: Capri, Positano & Coastal Bliss
7 days · Amalfi Coast, Italy
G Adventures charges £1,950
No-markup version: ~£1,100 per person
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Sail the gorgeous Tyrrhenian Sea independently along Italy's most storied coastline. Instead of joining a chartered yacht tour, piece together your own island-hopping route through Procida, Ischia, Capri, Positano, Amalfi and Sorrento using local ferries and hydrofoils — the same jaw-dropping seascapes, swimming stops, lemon groves and clifftop villages, at a fraction of the group-tour price. Overnight in charming budget guesthouses and hostels, hop between islands on public ferries, and eat like a local in trattorias. Perfect for travellers who love the water but want to set their own pace and sail budget.
Day-by-day
Naples to Procida
Naples & Procida
Arrive in Naples before noon, drop your bag in a hostel near the port (or store it), then take the caremar ferry (~€15, 40 mins) across the bay to Procida, Italy's most colourful island. Spend the late afternoon wandering the candy-hued streets of Marina Corricella, catch sunset over the harbour and have a relaxed seafood dinner ashore.
🚌Caremar ferry from Naples Molo Beverello to Procida, ~€15
🛏Budget guesthouse or B&B in Procida, ~€45
- →Arrival in Naples
- →Ferry to Procida
- →Explore Marina Corricella
- →Sunset at the harbour
Procida to Ischia
Ischia
Take a morning ferry from Procida over to neighbouring Ischia (short hop, ~€10). Spend the day exploring this volcanic island: soak up the warmth of the beach at Citara, wander the Aragonese Castle, or treat yourself to a dip in the natural thermal pools at Poseidon Gardens (~€35). Watch the sunset over the Tyrrhenian. Overnight on Ischia.
🚌Public ferry Procida to Ischia, ~€10
🛏Budget guesthouse or hostel in Ischia, ~€45
- →Ferry to Ischia
- →Aragonese Castle or thermal spa at Poseidon Gardens
- →Explore Ischia town and beaches
Ischia to Capri
Capri
Catch the morning hydrofoil from Ischia to picture-perfect Capri (~€20). Spend the day doing what the sailors do — swim in the crystal-clear coves around Marina Piccola and snorkel the rocky coastline. Then use the funicular or walk up to Capri town for sweeping cliff-top views. In the evening enjoy an aperitivo and dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the bay.
🚌Hydrofoil Ischia to Capri, ~€20
🛏Budget guesthouse or hostel in Capri/Anacapri, ~€50
- →Arrive Capri by hydrofoil
- →Swimming and snorkelling at Marina Piccola
- →Capri town and viewpoints
- →Sunset drink with a view
Capri to Positano
Positano
Take the ferry from Capri to glamorous Positano (~€25). This is the pure Amalfi Coast moment — the pastel village cascading down to a pebble beach. Store your bag at a guesthouse, grab a swim stop at the beach below the village, then wander the vertiginous lanes of boutiques and cafés. In the evening, dine with a terrace view and, if you fancy, sample the modest nightlife.
🚌Ferry Capri to Positano, ~€25
🛏Budget guesthouse in Positano, ~£55
- →Arrive Positano by ferry
- →Swim at Positano's main beach
- →Explore the clifftop lanes
- →Dinner at a terrace trattoria
Positano to Amalfi
Amalfi & Ravello
Ride the local SITA bus along the famous cliff-hugging coast road from Positano to Amalfi (~€3), stopping at viewpoints and the emerald grotto if you like. Explore Amalfi's grand Duomo (Cathedral of Saint Andrew) and piazza, then take a short local bus up to Ravello to wander the famous cliff-top villas and gardens (Villa Rufolo & Villa Cimbrone, ~€12). Return to sleep in Amalfi.
🚌Local SITA bus Positano → Amalfi → Ravello, ~€6 total
🛏Budget guesthouse in Amalfi, ~£50
- →Amalfi Cathedral and old town
- →Visit Ravello's clifftop villas and gardens
- →Scenic coastal views
Amalfi to Sorrento
Sorrento
Take the local ferry or a coastal bus to Sorrento (~€15). Spend the day swimming and snorkelling in the bay and wandering Sorrento's pretty old town with its lemon groves and limoncello shops. Book a small hands-on cooking class in the afternoon (~€50) to learn handmade pasta and fresh seafood — the DIY version of the group's optional activity. Evening wander of the cliff-top piazzas.
🚌Public ferry or SITA bus Amalfi to Sorrento, ~€15
🛏Budget guesthouse or hostel in Sorrento, ~£45
- →Swim and snorkel near Sorrento
- →Explore Sorrento's lemon groves old town
- →Hands-on Italian cooking class
- →Limoncello tasting
Sorrento to Naples
Sorrento & Naples
Take the Circumvesuviana commuter train from Sorrento back to Naples (~€4, 70 mins) in the morning, arriving by late morning. Use any spare time for a quick pizza stop before onward transport home — don't book flights departing before ~1pm to allow for the train journey. Departure day.
🚌Circumvesuviana train Sorrento → Naples, ~€4
🛏Departure day — none required
- →Train ride back to Naples
- →Final espresso/pizza stop in Naples
- →Departure
Self-launched vs. G Adventures
| This itinerary (self-launched) | G Adventures | |
|---|---|---|
| Price per person | ~£1,100 | £1,950 |
| Duration | 7 days | 7 days |
| Who books it | You and your group, direct | Tour operator, guided group |
| Savings | £850 per person (44%) | |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Self-Launched Sailing the Amalfi Coast: Capri, Positano & Coastal Bliss cost?+
Doing it yourself with this self-launched itinerary costs an estimated £1,100 per person for 7 days in Amalfi Coast, Italy. This is an AI-generated estimate based on typical budget-traveller prices — actual costs will vary by season and how you book.
Is this cheaper than booking with G Adventures?+
Yes — G Adventures charges around £1,950 per person for a similar tour. Doing the same route independently, using the same standard of accommodation and activities, costs an estimated £1,100 — a saving of roughly £850 (44%) per person.
How long is the Amalfi Coast, Italy trip?+
This itinerary runs 7 days, covering 7 day-by-day stops through Amalfi Coast, Italy.
How do I join this trip?+
You can join an existing open departure using this itinerary if one is scheduled, or launch your own departure with your own dates and invite other travellers to join you — no tour operator required.
Isn't it easier to just use a tour operator?+
Well, yes, a tour operator will book all the individual parts of your travel for you and provide a guide. That's obvious, but doing this has the potential to save the group thousands, which can in turn improve your itinerary substantially or save you huge amounts of money. Also, when you launch a departure, Travel Crew has tools in place to help you book the individual sections of the trip or make it easier for you to do this as a group. Really, you do not need a middle man. If you are more comfortable paying more and using a middle man, then you should certainly do this.
Is it safer to book through a tour operator?+
Arguably, there isn't much difference. A self-launched trip runs on the same principle as a group travel crew: collective responsibility, everyone looking out for each other, the same way it would if a group of friends organised the trip themselves — because that's exactly what's happening. You should always take out travel insurance before you go, self-launched or not; that doesn't change either way. Every open departure is published publicly with real dates and a real trip organiser, so it's never an anonymous arrangement, and our support team is reachable any time you need help, including in an emergency while you're away. Longer-term, we're building direct relationships with ground DMCs in popular destinations, offered as an optional paid add-on for extra on-the-ground support. Ultimately, though, the group is responsible for its own conduct and safety on a self-launched trip, same as on any trip you plan yourself.
What kind of trip is this?+
This is a coastal, beaches, adventure trip through Amalfi Coast, Italy, self-launched rather than run by a tour operator — you organise it with a group you find or bring yourself.
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