Island of Capri Shore Excursion from Salerno

This Naples shore trip visits one of the most beautiful islands in the world, Capri. You take a hydrofoil out to the island and then travel to the island's highest points for panoramic views and visit the villages of Anacapri and Capri.

Your licensed guide will meet you at the pier in Naples and together you will walk to the hydrofoil harbor which is about 10 minutes away. Next you board a hydrofoil and cruise to the island of Capri.

Please Note: It is suggested that you start this excursion at 8:30 AM for best timing with the hydrofoil.

When you arrive at the port in Capri you have a private minibus which will take you to the beautiful village of Anacapri. While you are here you can visit the San Michele Villa, a 19th century mansion with marble walkways and atriums built by the Swedish doctor and writer Axel Munthe on the ruins of a residence belonging to Roman Emperor Tiberius. The villa includes many Roman statues.

Next you can take the chairlift 1900 feet (589 meters) up to the highest point on the island, called Monte Solaro. While you are here you take in what is considered one of the best panoramas in the world. You see the Bay of Naples, the cape of Sorrento and Mount Vesuvius looming in the distance.

Back in the village of Anacapri you see Miniature Capri. This ceramics reproduction of the island was made by a local artist. The work includes 11 windows into the important scenes of life on the island. In the Church of San Michele you will admire the majolica tile floor made of 1,500 tiles by craftsman Leonardo Chiaiese in 1761, which depicts Adam and Eve's expulsion from the Garden of Eden.

Later you drive to the town of Capri where you have free time for lunch in one of the many restaurants that fill the medieval streets. After lunch you have additional free time to take in the views, visit public parks and villas, or do some shopping. You will find typical souvenirs and upscale boutiques fitting for such a beautiful and luxurious island.

Later this afternoon you return to the harbor of Capri and then on to Naples by hydrofoil.

• This tour includes a hydrofoil crossing, a chairlift, and walking on medieval streets, and is not suitable for guests using wheelchairs. Please contact us if you have mobility concerns so we can discuss alternatives.