Begin the day in Amalfi with a cappuccino and a fresh cornetto al limone (croissant with lemon cream) and then visit the Amalfi Cathedral, whose striking Arab-Norman façade reflects the city's medieval prosperity as one of Italy's great maritime republics. While there, explore the beautiful Paradise Cloister, or Chiostro del Paradiso, a medieval cloister known for its graceful arches and tranquil gardens.

Requirements for respectful or modest attire apply when visiting churches and other religious sites. Visitors should remain mindful of posted customs and avoid disrupting religious observances.

Optional add-on: Continue to the Amalfi Paper Museum, or Museo della Carta, to discover the centuries-old paper-making tradition that helped establish Amalfi as a commercial center.

Browse the historic shops along Via Lorenzo d'Amalfi and Ruga Nova Mercatorum (Via dei Mercanti_, where artisan boutiques specialize in handmade Amalfi paper, locally produced limoncello, silk scarves, regional ceramics, and other regional specialties.

Along the way, sample local street food favorites such as cuoppi (paper cones filled with freshly fried seafood) and pizza a portafoglio (folded pizza enjoyed on the go).

Stroll along the Amalfi Harbor Marina Coppola, where fishing boats, waterfront cafés, and historic buildings can be found. Take a ferry to Positano. As you arrive, admire the town's pastel-colored buildings cascading down the cliffs toward the sea.

Make your way to the upper scenic terraces for panoramic views overlooking Positano and the Mediterranean, among the Amalfi Coast's most photographed vistas. Continue to the Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta, distinguished by its colorful majolica-tiled dome and revered Byzantine icon of the Black Madonna.

Requirements for respectful or modest attire apply when visiting churches and other religious sites. Visitors should remain mindful of posted customs and avoid disrupting religious observances.

Optional add-on: Visit the Roman Archeological Museum (Positano MAR) to explore the preserved remains of an ancient Roman villa discovered beneath the modern town.

Spend the remainder of the afternoon browsing Positano's boutiques, where the distinctive Moda Positano style features handmade leather sandals, breezy linen clothing, embroidered garments, and crocheted accessories crafted by local artisans.

As the afternoon light softens, settle into a cliffside terrace for a classic Italian aperitivo accompanied by unforgettable sunset views over Positano.

Stroll down to the waterfront for dinner along Spiaggia Grande before returning to Amalfi by ferry, if available. If the final ferry has already departed, return by bus or private transfer.