Begin the day in Amalfi with a cappuccino and a fresh cornetto al limone (croissant with lemon cream) before boarding an early 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.

Optional add-on: Continue to the Fotopoint Positano for another spectacular perspective of Positano's colorful hillside and coastline.

Spend the remainder of the morning 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.

Enjoy a leisurely seafood lunch overlooking Spiaggia Grande before spending the afternoon relaxing on the beach or swimming in the clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Finish with a refreshing gelato while soaking in one of Italy's most iconic coastal settings.

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.

Optional add-on: Begin with a short walk to Atrani, one of Italy's smallest municipalities, where peaceful piazzas, narrow lanes, and traditional fishing village character provide a quieter contrast to neighboring Amalfi.

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, 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).

Travel by bus to Ravello and enjoy lunch on a scenic terrace overlooking the coastline. After lunch, visit Villa Cimbrone, where beautifully landscaped gardens culminate at the famous Terrace of Infinity, widely regarded as one of the Amalfi Coast's most spectacular viewpoints.

Optional add-on: Explore nearby Villa Rufolo, renowned for its terraced gardens, Moorish-inspired architecture, and sweeping coastal views.

Continue to the Ravello Cathedral, or Duomo di Ravello, before pausing for an aperitivo in one of Ravello's elegant piazzas as the afternoon light illuminates the surrounding mountains and sea.

Return to Amalfi for dinner at before concluding your day with a leisurely stroll around the Piazza Duomo to see the illuminated Amalfi Cathedral and Saint Andrew’s Fountain Amalfi.