Top Sorrento Historical Tours

Discover the famous beauty of one of Italy’s most iconic shorelines with this full-day tour of the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento. Travel in an air-conditioned mini-coach along spectacular coastal roads, stopping to visit the region’s three most popular and beautiful villages—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. With tips from your knowledgeable guide, enjoy leisure time in each town to stroll narrow cobblestone streets, shop for unique handmade goods or perhaps dine on the waterfront.

Explore the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast on this private full-day tour from Sorrento. Visit the famous towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello to walk the pretty streets, browse in boutiques or whatever you like. Relax in comfort as your professional driver-guide navigates from town to town and offers informative commentary along the way. Customize the itinerary to suit your interests.

Combine a trip to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii with a walk up to the crater of Mt. Vesuvius. The group day trip includes round-trip transport from your Sorrento hotel, plus tours of each site. After a relaxed stroll around the archaeological site at the ancient city of Pompeii, take a short hike up to the rim of the volcano to meet a mountain guide and peer into the crater’s rim.

The ancient ruins of Pompeii are among the most famous in the world and they have the crowds to match. This half-day express tour from Sorrento ensures a hassle-free visit with round-trip transport by train, skip-the-line entrance, and a guided tour of the Pompeii archaeological site.

Spend a day exploring the history and beauty of Campania on a private full-day tour of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius from Sorrento or Naples. See the excavated ruins of the ancient city of Pompeii and then hike to the crater of the volcano that buried the city 2,000 years ago. Visit a nearby winery for a light lunch (own expense) and wine tour.

This of Herculaneum leaves from Sorrento and takes you on a historical journey you won’t soon forget. With a knowledgeable guide at your side the entire time, you'll visit the famed archaeological site where a once-thriving port town existed until it was buried by the Mt Vesuvius volcanic explosion of 79 AD. See the amazing mosaics in the public bath and the gymnasium. Stroll through the streets and gawk at the ruins and statues that survived the eruption. Get a glimpse of what daily life was like and learn all about the history of the area.

In the rush to reach the nearby Amalfi Coast, many travelers overlook the charming resort town of Sorrento. Explore the gems of this historic Grand Tour destination with a guided walking tour through the historic center. Take in highlights like the Church of San Antonino and the Cloister of St. Frances, admire views over the coastline and Valley of the Mills, and browse the artisan shops lining the narrow lanes.

Explore one of Italy's most evocative archaeological finds on a guided tour of Pompeii from Sorrento. Travel by bus to the UNESCO-listed site, where a licensed guide leads you around the ruins of an ancient Roman city buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Marvel at excavated houses, marketplaces, baths, and frescoes remarkably preserved by ash, and learn about the civilization that once thrived here before the disaster.

The Amalfi Coast boat tour is the best way to discover the beauty of the two coasts, the Sorrento and the Amalfi coast, all in complete relaxation. It always starts from your hotel where a free shuttle will be waiting to take you to the port of Massalubrense, where you will board a 12-passenger boat with Wi-Fi connection, stereo system and first aid kit and set sail for the Amalfi Coast. Circumnaviga the Gulf of Salerno on a comfortable boat Stop to snorkel and swim in the Li Galli archipelago, before continuing to the city of Amalfi (2 hours of free time). Then get back on the boat and leave for Positano and once there, you can stroll through the steep streets of this city on the cliff in search of a beautiful view or a good coffee in one of the many bars (about 1 hour and a half). Get back on the boat and return to the port of Massa Lubrense where there will be a free shuttle for your accommodation scheduled for around 6:00 pm.

Uncover the archeological mysteries of Pompeii and Herculaneum on an enriching full-day excursion from Sorrento. With a knowledgeable guide, witness the devastation of Mt. Vesuvius’ ancient eruption first hand as you explore the volcanic ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum on foot. Delve deep into the tragic history of the region, and then revitalize with a delicious Italian lunch at a traditional restaurant. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 21 people.

Avoid the crowds and delays of the public ferry with this boat tour to Capri that departs directly from Sorrento and skirts the scenic coastline of the Sorrentine Peninsula en route to the island. Sail around Capri to take in its sea grottoes, Faraglioni sea stacks, lighthouse, and other highlights. Enjoy free time on land to sightsee, shop, and dine before the return sail to Sorrento.

Discover the best of Capri on an 8-hour small-group tour.  Convenient hotel pickup takes you to the port where you join your group of maximum 12 people. The tour is the perfect balance of water and land activities. In between seeing the Faraglioni Rocks and grotto, enjoy time to swim and snorkel from the boat. Then, take a full four hours to explore the city center of Capri independently.

Go back in time with a visit to the famed archaeological site of Pompeii, then hike the volcano that caused its destruction. Walk the ancient Roman streets of Pompeii with a knowledgeable guide. Climb to the volcanic crater of Mt Vesuvius for incredible views over the countryside and Bay of Naples.

Most day-trippers from Sorrento head straight to Pompeii, but nearby Herculaneum is also a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to some impressive Roman ruins. This 4-hour express tour includes round-trip transport by train from Sorrento, skip-the-line access, and a 2-hour walking tour of the ancient ruins, visiting highlights such as the Forum, the Thermal Baths, the House of the Mosaic Atrium, and the Decumanus.

Explore the infamous volcano Mt Vesuvius up close on this 4-hour tour from Sorrento. Watch the Italian countryside glide by the window of an air-conditioned coach as you make your way up the slopes of Mt Vesuvius. This is the volcano that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum in hot ash in 79 AD, and from its summit you can see not only the immense crater but also excellent views over the Mediterranean Sea. Skip-the-Line entrance fee to Mt Vesuvius not included.

Explore the ancient city of Pompeii on an affordable half-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by air-conditioned bus to Pompeii, the Roman city buried by Mount Vesuvius’ eruption nearly 2,000 years ago. With an official guide leading the way, learn its devastating history and see its most important ruins before returning to Sorrento.

Discover the majestic and tragic history of Pompeii on a full-day tour from Sorrento. Visit the fascinating archaeological site, where an entire city was preserved by ash and lava after a devastating volcanic eruption in AD 79. See excavated temples, homes, baths, and marketplaces on a guided tour, and then drive up the peak of nearby Mount Vesuvius for an up-close glimpse of the origins of the disaster. Hike to the crater’s edge if you like, and enjoy stunning panoramic views of Pompeii from the summit.

Explore Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius on a four-wheel-drive tour for an up-close perspective of this Italian volcano. Travel up the mountain in a 4x4 vehicle to Vesuvius National Park, where you’ll walk to the crater to learn about its geology and monitoring system. Then visit the archaeological ruins of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose excavations reveal what life was like just before Vesuvius erupted and covered the ancient town with its deadly flow.

Enjoy a day dedicated to the beauty of the Amalfi Coast with this private day trip to Positano, Amalfi and Ravello from Sorrento.

Visit Sorrento on a 2-night package and see Capri while you’re at it. This 2-night experience combines plenty of free time with a day-long guided day trip to Capri. Use your leisure time to explore the Amalfi Coast region, and then cruise by hydrofoil to the island of Capri where Villa San Michele, Augustus Gardens and several beaches await. Accommodation is in a 3- or 4-star hotel in Sorrento, and the tour runs with a maximum of eight people for a small-group experience.

See the Amalfi Coast and ancient city of Pompeii on this day trip from Sorrento. Step aboard your coach and travel along the UNESCO-listed shoreline, stopping in both Positano and Amalfi to enjoy lunch (own expense) and explore at your leisure. Continue to Pompeii (entrance fee own expense) for a guided walking tour, learning the history behind Mt Vesuvius’ infamous eruption in 79 AD as you go. Your day trip will conclude with transportation back to Sorrento.

Journey back in time to the ancient city of Pompeii on this half-day tour from Sorrento. Explore the fascinating archaeological complex with a guide, learning about the civilization that thrived here until it was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. See the remains of villas, temples, theaters and marketplaces that were excavated from volcanic lava and ash while listening to your guide’s live commentary through an audio headset.

Discover the secrets underlying the traditional craft of inlaid wood, and see artists at work, on this private, behind-the-scenes tour in Sant’Agnello. Choose from a range of possible tour times, and make your way to the workshop. Upon arrival, you’ll tour the facilities, will watch artists at work, will learn how inlaid wood pieces are made, and will even get to try out the techniques yourself. Following the tour, you can visit the companion showroom and take home a handcrafted souvenir.

Sorrento is known for its incredible cuisine, and this tour introduces you to the world of cultivating and producing lemons, olive oil, wine, and cheese. Discover behind-the-scenes growing and production secrets that you wouldn’t find out about alone, and develop your skills for recognizing quality products by color, flavor, and aroma. The action-packed trip includes a visit to a cheese factory, and a wine and limoncello factory with tastings along the way.