Positano in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Positano covers the coast, an island and a hike or history. Here is how to spend three perfect days on the Amalfi Coast — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

1Day 1: coast & village
2Day 2: Capri
3Day 3: Path of the Gods or Pompeii
4Coast, island & history

Day 1: coast & village

A boat tour and Positano’s streets.

Day 2: Capri

The island and the Blue Grotto.

Day 3: hike or Pompeii

The Path of the Gods or ancient ruins.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Positano — prices per person.

Positano

Path of the Gods Private geführte Wandererfahrung

4.9(49)·4 Stunden

ab$209/ Person

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Positano in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Positano?

Three days is ideal — an Amalfi Coast boat tour on day one, a Capri day trip on day two, and the Path of the Gods hike or Pompeii on day three, covering the coast, an island and a hike or ancient history.

What is the best day trip from Positano for 3 days?

Capri is the most glamorous, Pompeii the most historic, and the Path of the Gods the most scenic; all reward your time.

How do I plan a 3-day Positano itinerary?

Spend day one on the coast and village, day two on Capri, and day three on the Path of the Gods or Pompeii, booking the popular boat tours ahead.