

Emerald Grotto (Grotta dello Smeraldo) Tours and Tickets
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Tucked beneath the famous highway that skirts Italy's Amalfi Coast, the Emerald Grotto (Grotta dello Smeraldo) is one of the most popular attractions on this iconic stretch of coastline. Discovered in 1932 by a local fisherman, this marine cave is known for the turquoise water that fills the cavern with an emerald-green light when the sun’s rays filter up through a fissure beneath its surface. It’s covered with limestone stalagmites and stalactites more commonly associated with inland karstic caves and is popular among travelers to Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast.
Open May–Sept daily 9.30am–4pm
Spiaggia Grande, Conca dei Marini, Italy
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Amalfi Coast Premium Boat Tour
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Experience Italy’s beautiful Amalfi Coast by boat on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit sites like Nerano Bay, Isca island, Positano, and the emerald grotto of Conca dei Marini. Go swimming, snorkeling, and exploring, savor a complimentary lunch, and enjoy access to an open bar and a knowledgeable, friendly crew in a small group setting.
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Unless you hire a car, it’s difficult to explore the Amalfi Coast according to a personalized itinerary. Skip the stress of driving on unfamiliar roads and opt for a private tour of the Amalfi Coast, which allows you to customize your sightseeing schedule according to your interests. You have free time to explore quaint villages and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide.
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Explore the Amalfi Coast and Ieranto Bay without impacting their fragile ecosystems with this unique hybrid boat tour. Set off from Sorrento on board a traditional 'gozzo' boat with a hybrid motor, letting you access parts of Ieranto Bay and the Punta Campanella marine reserve that are off-limits to regular boats. Cruise past the highlights along the coastline in absolute silence, stopping to visit Amalfi and Positano by land.
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Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour from Positano, Praiano or Amalfi
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If you’re seeking a personalized experience of Italy’s stunning Amalfi Coast, then look no further than this private full-day boat tour from Positano, Praiano, or Amalfi. On a boat reserved exclusively for you and your party, sail to highlights such as the Emerald Grotto and Duomo Ravello. Explore the charming town of Amalfi and opt to enjoy lunch at a restaurant only accessible by boat (own expense). A glass of Italian Prosecco or mineral water is included.
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Discover with a local the romantic Amalfi coast. This is a fantastic excursion with your own professional English- speaking driver/guide offers you an unforgettable experience with amazing photos and stops along the way and time to visit the villages of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello as well. This is the best choice if you have limited time. Get a taste of the Amalfi coast from an insider and gain important information about the history and the culture of the places that you are going to visit.
Pick up From Naples, Salerno, Sorrento, Pompeii, Caserta and the Amalfi coast area.
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Tour the Sea Grottoes of the Amalfi Coast
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One of the most remarkable features of the Amalfi Coast are the numerous marine caves and grottoes that dot the coastline and can only be accessed by sea. With this boat tour, explore the most picturesque, stopping to swim, snap photos, and savor the views. Discover hidden corners of the coastline and admire historic watchtowers and fishing hamlets during the trip—you set the pace and itinerary on this private tour.
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Private Tour: Amalfi Coast Day Cruise from Sorrento
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Get a unique look at the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast on this full-day, private cruise from Sorrento. Hop aboard a classic Italian wooden boat or speedboat and travel past the coast’s charming towns with your own personal captain. Stop for dips in the sparkling waters and see the Li Galli islands up close. Dock in Praiano, Positano, Amalfi, or Nerano to explore at your leisure, with drinks and snacks provided back on deck. Your day trip concludes at your original departure point.
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Amalfi Coast Full Day Private Boat Excursion from Praiano
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Soak in the Mediterranean sun in style during a private boat tour of the Amalfi Coast from Praiano. Enjoy gorgeous views of colorful villages, like Maiori, Minori, and Conca dei Marini. Explore the historic town of Amalfi at your own pace. Go for a swim from the boat.
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$902.95
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Amalfi Coast private tour by traditional and elegant wooden boats
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Discover the Amalfi Coast on board a classic wooden boat with this private full-day tour departing from Positano or Praiano. Customize the itinerary according to your preferences and spend the day exploring small beaches, swimming in the clear waters, and sipping prosecco. A skipper takes care of navigating along the coastline.
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Amalfi Coast Private Boat Tour by Brand New Gozzo Sorrentino. NEW UPDATED 2022 !!
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Beautiful Gozzo Sorrentino of the renowned Mimì shipyard in Naples, a timeless motor boat, noble in lines, robust in construction and faithful to its origins. The boat is brand new (it will be launched in May 2021), moored in Maiori but boarding from other ports can also be arranged. It is an elegant and exclusive boat where the charm of wood worked according to the traditions of shipwrights is combined with a refined design and the most modern technologies. The characteristic that distinguishes it is that of knowing how to face the sea, with great stability and dynamics. It can accommodate up to 8 people (including the captain) and has an area below deck with kitchenette and sink, refrigerator, separate toilet and 2 + 1 beds. The unit has all the safety equipment required by current legislation.
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Amalfi Coast Minicruise and Emerald Grotto from Maiori
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$76.15
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$76.15

Private Full-Day Luxury Cruise in the Amalfi Coast
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Our tours are able to provide the customer with everything they need to spend a wonderful day aboard our motorboats in maximum comfort.
We will visit some beautiful caves, we will take them to enchanting beaches and we will show them a beautiful island in the shape of a dolphin.
We will make this day unforgettable for them and we will be at their complete disposal to fulfill their every request
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$1,305.47
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$1,305.47
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Amalfi coast - Capri by boat (private tour)
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Cabin Cruiser for day trips to Capri and the Amalfi Coast.
Our boats offer high comfort and can be guided by our skippers. On board our Cranchi Csl 27, you can enjoy the beauty of the Amalfi and Sorrento coast, managing your tour in complete autonomy.
During the tour you can choose your own stops and manage your times, reaching the most beautiful beaches of the Amalfi Coast, swimming or being on board to sunbathe. It is possible to stop for lunch in a restaurant by the sea, in suggestive coves.
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$1,229.32
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$1,229.32
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$1,196.69
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Positano Amalfi Exclusive Private Boat Tour from Sorrento
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The Positano-Amalfi tour is unique. Nutura puts the landscape into us and professionalism. Our boat is very comfortable, elegant and safe, allowing all our customers to spend a day of relaxation and fun.
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$1,196.69
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$1,196.69
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Private tour by car or minivan of the Amalfi Coast, half day
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One of the most beautiful roads in the world, directly overlooking the sea, interspersed with a series of small gems set in the rock.
Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, the most beautiful attractions of the Amalfi Coast, in the company of one of our trusted English speaking drivers, and aboard one of our luxurious and brand new Mercedes E-Classes
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$250.22
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$250.22
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