Suggested pick-up time will be approx. at 8.00 - 8.30.Coming from Naples (approx. 1:15’ ride) Positano is the first village that you meet along the Amalfi coast. On this tour you will admire and photograph a unique coast scenery. Also walk through the little streets and visit the famous Positano shops, you will know why so many world famous artists want to visit this gorgeous little village. Combine Positano tour with other location, personalizing your private tour: take the advantage of
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Historical information
Located into the mountain, surrounded by rich Mediterranean vegetation, Positano is so picturesque as to seem a natural stage setting, seen from the gorgeous bay it looks like a huge nativity scene, this old village was found by a colony coming from the south, exactly from Paestum, a colony force to leave when a disease cause from malaria start to spread.
Today the village develops vertically, the little houses painted in pastel colours are on top of the other giving a unique a precious look, and the little beaches (Fornillo, Fiumicello, and Arienzo) are very charming and easy to get to on foot or by boat. A few miles from the coast is a small three islets archipelago called “Li Galli” or “Syrenuse” so called because were considered to be the dwellings of the sirens, mythical figures half women and half fish. This small archipelago was once the private summer residence of the world wide famous Russian dancer Rudolf Nureyev. In is memory the “Positano international award for the art of dance” is presented every year. Positano is a perfect holiday destination for vip vacations. Illustrious artists, fashion designers and screen stars love to come here to relax.
Shore Excursion Positano: is not just about the sea
But Positano is not just about the sea. On the main square, for example you can admire the parish church of Santa Maria Assunta from the year 1000 with a beautiful e coloured majolica cupola visible from all over town, or interesting walks take one to visit and discover areas around “Lattari mountains” like Montepertuso so called because the legend said that Madonna appeared in hole of the Montepertuso (Pertuso stands for hole). Then a stairway of 1700 steps takes you to Nocelle, it is from here the trail of the gods (sentieri degli dei) begins, with a breathtaking views over the entire coast.
Shore Excursion Positano: shopping
Onother reason why Positano is famous is the narrow streets lined with boutiques create the well know Positano style. Boutique which show off their summer wear, textiles of brite colours for beachwear, pareus to bikinis and also the hand-made leather foot wear can be ordered to size. On sale are the paintings from many artists that propose views of the beautiful bay, colourful local ceramics, and wide selection of typical products.
In few words the glamour of Amalfi coast is here in Positano.
Positano can be combine with other beautiful locations historical or along the coast; The service will be discharge with Mercedes sedan or deluxe minivan by English speaking driver.
Private Tour Positano