3-day itinerary · Amalfi Coast

3 Days on the Amalfi Coast: First-Time Highlights

This plan suits first-time visitors who want coastal sightseeing, cultural discovery and time outdoors. It pairs boat excursions and guided archaeology with farm visits and hands-on cooking, grouping one day around Positano and two around Sorrento.

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Day 1: Coastal views and Positano

Experience the coastline from the water, explore local cooking and finish with a sunset cruise.

  1. Private 40hp Boat Tour of the Amalfi Coast and Positano

    Morning

    Private 40hp Boat Tour of the Amalfi Coast and Positano

    Explore the Amalfi Coast and Positano by private boat for a scenic introduction to the coastline.

  2. Small-Group Cooking Class in Positano: Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks

    Afternoon

    Small-Group Cooking Class in Positano: Gnocchi, Tiramisù & Drinks

    Make gnocchi and tiramisu in a small-group class, adding hands-on culinary culture to your coastal sightseeing.

  3. Positano Sunset Boat Tour | Amalfi Coast Cruise with Prosecco

    Evening

    Positano Sunset Boat Tour | Amalfi Coast Cruise with Prosecco

    Cruise from Positano at sunset to close your first day with another perspective on the coastline.

Day 2: Archaeology and outdoor discovery

Combine guided exploration of Pompeii with cooking in Sorrento and a coastal kayak excursion.

  1. Pompeii Ruins Half-Day Tour from Sorrento with Guide

    Morning

    Pompeii Ruins Half-Day Tour from Sorrento with Guide

    Explore Pompeii's ruins with a guide, bringing historical context to your first visit.

  2. Sorrento Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine - Cooking Italy

    Afternoon

    Sorrento Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine - Cooking Italy

    Learn to prepare pasta and tiramisu, balancing archaeological sightseeing with a practical introduction to local culinary traditions.

  3. Kayak tour to Bagni Regina Giovanna - Daily and Sunset

    Evening

    Kayak tour to Bagni Regina Giovanna - Daily and Sunset

    Paddle toward Bagni Regina Giovanna on a sunset kayak tour, adding active coastal exploration to your cultural day.

Day 3: Farm traditions and coastal scenery

Discover Sorrento's food traditions through farm tastings and pizza making before a final coastal cruise.

  1. Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting

    Morning

    Sorrento Farm and Food Experience including Olive Oil, Limoncello, Wine tasting

    Visit a working farm and taste olive oil, limoncello and wine for an introduction to the area's agricultural traditions.

  2. Toss, Bake, Cheers! - Sorrento Pizza Making Class with Wine

    Afternoon

    Toss, Bake, Cheers! - Sorrento Pizza Making Class with Wine

    Practice pizza making with local instructors, turning your food discoveries into a hands-on cultural experience.

  3. Sorrento Coast Cruise with Limoncello Tasting

    Evening

    Sorrento Coast Cruise with Limoncello Tasting

    Take in the Sorrento coastline from a traditional boat and sample limoncello for a scenic finish.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.

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