Settled on the sea between deep cliffs, Amalfi and the Amalfi Coast has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site-and for good reason. The scenery is stunning to say the least. This holiday destination beguiles travelers from all over the world and the best way to truly experience the natural magnificence is from the sea.
Step onto your own private speedboat with a local captain and cruise through a natural paradise. Amalfi is the heart of this divine coastline and you will use this as your embarkation point to discover the most beautiful secrets of the area-hidden grottos, turquoise coves, seaside villages and natural limestone rock formations.
The best part of this excursion is that it is 2 excursions rolled into 1 because you will see the Amalfi Coast as well as the island of Capri.
Cruise past the Santa Caterina, a 5 star luxury hotel sitting quietly on the rocks just outside the village, as you enter Conca Dei Marini. Look up at the Monastero Santa Rosa, a 17th century monastery that is now a luxury hotel, closer to the heavens than the sea!
Continue on past Furore, Praiano and Positano, over to Li Galli private islands where you can stop for a swim in the underwater nature reserve and admire the islands private villas. This is one of the most serene and beautiful areas of the coastline and an ideal place to snap some gorgeous photos.
Once you leave the Gulf of Salerno and enter the Bay of Naples, look to your right for an unobstructed view of active volcano Mt. Vesuvius emerging over the Bay of Naples.
Arrive at the island of Capri and pass some of the most famous sites: Faraglioni Rock formations, Blue Grotto, Capri Palace's popular restaurant Il Riccio, Punta Carena historic lighthouse, Marina Piccola, La Fontelina beach club, the Green Grotto, and more.
Keep an eye out for the natural rock formations formed within the limestone, sea caves, and of course hidden coves ideal for jumping into the sea. The day is yours and the captain will take you on a private tour, showing you the not-to-be-missed highlights.
At lunchtime the boat will pull up to the island so that you can enjoy a fresh local lunch, perhaps including white wine with peaches, or a coastal speciality.
After lunch enjoy some time on land at your leisure before heading back to Amalfi at the end of a pleasant and memorable day.
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