Amalfi Coast Honeymoon Itinerary: 6 Days, Two Bases

A honeymoon has a different rhythm than a sightseeing trip: fewer transfers, fewer decisions each morning, and more time simply sitting somewhere beautiful with nothing scheduled. Six days on the Amalfi Coast is enough time to do this properly, but only if the itinerary resists the temptation to add a third or fourth hotel. This plan uses two bases — Ravello first, then Positano — plus a private day trip to Capri, and it deliberately leaves Amalfi town as a stop along the way rather than a stay.

If six days feels tight once you see the itinerary, the 5-day Amalfi Coast itinerary compresses the same idea into fewer days by dropping the Capri boat day; this version keeps it in because a private crossing to Capri is one of the few experiences on this coast worth building an extra day around.

Why two bases, not three

Ravello sits at roughly 350 metres above the sea on a ridge between two valleys, and it has no beach of its own — the shoreline belongs to Amalfi and Minori below it. That is precisely why it works as an opening base: gardens, villa terraces, and quiet evenings, without the boat traffic and beach crowds of the coast itself. Positano, by contrast, is built for exactly that energy — steep lanes down to the water, boutiques, and the boats that leave for Capri and the coastline. Splitting the week between these two moods, rather than trying to squeeze in Amalfi as a third stop, keeps the pace slow enough that it still feels like a honeymoon on day five.

Adding Amalfi town as a full overnight stop breaks that rhythm without adding much: it sits between Ravello and Positano geographically, so a short stop while transferring covers what a couple needs to see — the cathedral steps, the harbor, maybe a coffee — without unpacking a third suitcase.

Day 1: Arrival and settling into Ravello

Most honeymoons on this coast start from Naples, since none of Ravello, Amalfi, or Positano has a train station. From Naples, the most comfortable way to reach Ravello without navigating the SS163 yourselves is a private transfer. For couples who want the transfer to double as a first look at the coast, this option handles both:

a private transfer from Naples straight up to Ravello

Spend the rest of the day recovering from travel rather than sightseeing. Ravello’s compact center means everything worth an evening walk — the main piazza, the cathedral, a few restaurant terraces with sea views — is within a few minutes on foot. Check the Amalfi Coast without a car guide if you’re unsure how the rest of the week will move without a rental.

Day 2: Ravello’s villas and gardens

This is the day Ravello is for. The two villas that define the town — Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo — are both walkable from the center and both worth the entrance fee for their gardens alone; Villa Cimbrone’s Terrace of Infinity is one of the most photographed views on the entire coast. If your visit falls during the Ravello Festival concert season, an evening concert on the Rufolo terrace is worth checking for tickets well ahead of the trip.

For a slower, guided introduction to how the town fits together — its layout, its history as a retreat above the coast, and its churches — this walking tour covers it without requiring any planning on your part:

a guided walking tour through Ravello’s old town and viewpoints

Visit the Ravello Duomo in the late afternoon when the light through the cathedral is best, then have dinner on one of the terrace restaurants facing the Bay of Salerno. Because Ravello has no beach, don’t plan a swim day here — that comes once you reach Positano.

Day 3: Transfer to Positano, with a stop in Amalfi

Rather than a direct transfer, route the drive down to Amalfi town first, since it sits directly between Ravello and Positano on the way. An hour or two is enough: walk the cathedral steps, see the Arab-Norman cloister, and have lunch near the harbor before continuing on. This is the version of Amalfi that fits a honeymoon pace — a highlight stop, not a hotel change. For background on why the town isn’t worth a full overnight on this kind of itinerary, see why Ravello has no beach, which also explains how Amalfi and Minori share the shoreline the ridge towns lack.

The stretch from Amalfi to Positano runs along the SS163, a narrow corniche road with switchbacks and seasonal traffic restrictions rather than anything resembling a highway — most couples take it by SITA bus rather than a rental car. Check into your Positano hotel by late afternoon and use the rest of the day to get oriented: find your way down to Spiaggia Grande, and note that the best-known beaches here are largely paid lido sections rather than free stretches of sand — worth knowing in advance so it doesn’t feel like a surprise on day four. The Positano beaches guide breaks down which sections are free and which require a lounger rental.

Day 4: Positano at its own pace

Positano rewards slowness more than a checklist. Spend the morning finding the town’s best photo angles — most agree the view from the water or from one of the upper staircases beats anything at street level, covered in the Positano photo spots guide — then let the afternoon be unstructured: a swim, a long lunch, a walk through the lanes above the church.

For a different angle on the town than the main boutique streets, a guided walk through its older corners adds context without eating up the whole day:

a guided walk through Positano’s old town lanes and hidden corners

If either of you wants a walk with more structure, the start of the Path of the Gods hike is reachable from Positano’s side, though the full route runs several hours between Bomerano and Nocelle and is better suited to a fitter, less relaxed day than a honeymoon usually calls for. In the evening, a sunset cruise from Positano is a gentler way to see the coast from the water without committing to a full day trip.

Day 5: A private day on the water to Capri

This is the day worth building the whole week around. A private boat crossing from Positano to Capri avoids the scheduled ferry timetables entirely and lets the day move at your pace — a swim stop in a quiet cove, time in Marina Piccola, and a slower look at the Faraglioni rock stacks than a shared excursion allows:

a boat tour from Positano to Capri

For couples who want an even more private version of the day, with a longer stretch of open water and more flexibility on stops along the Amalfi Coast itself before crossing to Capri:

an exclusive yacht cruise combining the Amalfi Coast and Capri

If the weather and sea conditions cooperate, ask about a stop near the Blue Grotto — access depends entirely on tide and swell, so it’s never guaranteed in advance and can close without notice even on an otherwise calm day. Treat it as a bonus rather than the reason for the trip. The Capri highlights in one day guide covers what else is realistic to fit in if you also want time on land in Capri town before heading back to Positano in the evening.

Day 6: A slow last day and departure

Keep the final day deliberately light. If you have a morning before departure, revisit whichever spot in Positano felt most like “yours” during the week — a particular café terrace, a stretch of the harbor — rather than trying to add a new activity. For the return to Naples for a flight or train home, the same private transfer logic from day one applies in reverse; the Naples airport to Amalfi Coast guide covers timing, since the drive back also runs through Salerno or Sorrento rather than any direct route.

Where to stay for this itinerary

Base	Nights	Why it works here
Ravello	2	Quiet, elevated, garden and villa terraces, no beach crowds
Positano	2	Beach access, boat departures, evening energy
Positano (extended)	2	Base for the Capri day trip and a slow final stretch

For more detail on choosing between hotel areas before booking, see where to stay on the Amalfi Coast and the Amalfi Coast budget guide if you want a sense of typical costs across a luxury-leaning stay like this one.

Frequently asked questions about this Amalfi Coast honeymoon itinerary

Is 6 days enough for an Amalfi Coast honeymoon?

Yes, if the itinerary uses two bases rather than three or four. Splitting the week between Ravello and Positano, with one day reserved for a private Capri boat trip, gives enough unstructured time to feel like a honeymoon rather than a tour.

Should we stay in Amalfi town as well as Ravello and Positano?

Not for a six-day trip. Amalfi sits directly between Ravello and Positano, so a stop of a few hours while transferring covers the town well; adding it as a third hotel breaks the slow pace the itinerary is built around.

How do we get between Ravello and Positano without a rental car?

The SITA bus is the standard option, running along the SS163 coastal road. It’s a narrow, winding route rather than a highway, and most couples prefer not to drive it themselves, especially with a ZTL traffic restriction active in the towns during high season.

Is the Capri boat day worth it on a honeymoon?

For most couples, yes — a private crossing avoids ferry schedules and gives control over where to stop and swim along the way, which a shared group tour can’t offer.

Can we count on visiting the Blue Grotto on our Capri day?

No. Access depends on tide and sea conditions and the grotto can close without notice, even on a calm-looking day. Plan the Capri day around the island itself and treat a Blue Grotto visit as a possible bonus rather than a fixed stop.

Does Ravello have a beach we can use during our stay?

No. Ravello sits about 350 metres above the coast with no shoreline of its own; the nearest beaches are down in Amalfi and Minori, reached by road or a steep set of steps.

What’s the best time of year for this itinerary?

Late spring through early autumn gives the most reliable ferry and boat schedules for the Capri day, though July and August bring the heaviest crowds and traffic on the SS163. Shoulder months tend to suit a honeymoon’s slower pace better.

Do we need a rental car for this itinerary?

No, and it isn’t recommended. Buses and the private boat day cover every leg of this itinerary, and driving the SS163 yourself adds stress that a honeymoon schedule doesn’t need.