This Salerno boat cruise to the Amalfi Coast sails the full stretch of coastline from Salerno past Maiori and Minori before stopping in both Amalfi and Positano, with swimming, prosecco and snacks served on board, from EUR 165 per person with Blu Mediterraneo.

What makes this Salerno boat cruise different?

Most boat tours on this coast start from Positano, Amalfi or Sorrento and cover a shorter stretch of water. This one departs from Salerno at the eastern end of the coast, which means it passes through towns the shorter tours skip entirely: Maiori and Minori, both known for their long sandy beaches rather than the cliffside drama further west. By the time the boat reaches Amalfi and then Positano, you have effectively seen the whole coastline in one sitting rather than a single section of it.

What happens during the 7-hour cruise?

The crew serves a welcome glass of prosecco shortly after departure, with limoncello, biscuits, snacks and bottled water available throughout the day. The boat makes a swimming stop along the way where conditions allow, then docks in Amalfi for time ashore before continuing to Positano for a second stop. Both towns get enough free time to walk the main streets and see the key landmarks, Amalfi's cathedral steps and Positano's cliffside lanes, before the boat turns back toward Salerno.

Is the Salerno departure worth it if you are staying further along the coast?

If your hotel is in Salerno, Maiori or Minori, this is the most direct option, since every other tour on this list departs from further west and would require you to travel to Positano, Amalfi or Sorrento first. For visitors already staying in those western towns, a shorter cruise like the Positano boat tour covers the same towns without the longer sail from Salerno.

What does the price include?

EUR 165 covers the professional crew, a welcome prosecco, snacks and biscuits, two bottles of still water per guest, limoncello, fuel, taxes and insurance. Lunch itself is not included, though the free time in both Amalfi and Positano gives you the chance to buy something ashore if you want a proper meal rather than the onboard snacks.

Who should book this cruise?

This suits travelers who want to see as much of the Amalfi Coast as possible in a single boat day, rather than focusing on one or two towns. It also makes sense for anyone staying on the Salerno side of the coast who wants a direct departure rather than a transfer westward first. Confident swimmers get the most out of the swim stop, though the town visits in Amalfi and Positano are worthwhile even if you skip the water entirely.

Getting to the meeting point

The boat departs from the Blu Mediterraneo dock in Salerno's harbor area, a walkable distance from the Salerno Centrale train station and the main waterfront. Exact berth details are confirmed after booking.

Insider tips for this tour

Bring a change of clothes and comfortable shoes in addition to beachwear, since you will be walking around two different towns during the day in whatever you are not wearing to swim. Sunscreen and a hat matter more on this route than on shorter cruises, since the full 7 hours means significantly more sun exposure than a half-day tour.

How does this compare to other Amalfi Coast boat tours?

If you want a shorter, lower-cost cruise that still covers Amalfi and Positano, the flexible-port Amalfi Coast boat tour runs from 4 to 8 hours and lets you pick the departure town yourself. Travelers wanting a quieter, smaller boat should look at the Maiori boat tour, which departs from one of the towns this Salerno cruise passes through along the way. Compare every option on the Amalfi Coast boat tours homepage.

Planning the rest of your day

Because this is a full 7-hour day, treat it as the main activity rather than pairing it with another excursion. If you have extra time in Salerno before or after the cruise, the historic center and the waterfront promenade are both an easy walk from the departure dock.