Capri and the Amalfi Coast are Italy’s Dreamiest Duo

When it comes to dreamy, watercolor wonderlands, Italy’s enchanting Amalfi Coast is postcard picture perfect. Featuring idyllic pastel-colored villages clinging to dramatic cliffs, Instagram-worthy gardens, and mouth-watering eateries, this striking destination is an absolute must see.

But, for travelers looking to enhance their already amazing itinerary, adding a day trip to the glamorous island of Capri serves up even more natural beauty, high-end shopping, and Italian charm. While mainland cities like Positano and Amalfi are known for their relaxed atmosphere and picturesque harbors, Capri boasts a distinctly different vibe that appeals to those seeking more sophisticated and alluring adventures.

The island is a hotspot where eager travelers spend their days strolling through designer boutiques, exploring stunning grottos, and soaking up the sun at glamorous beach clubs, all while surrounded by breathtaking scenery. From enjoying a sumptuous day trip to Capri to savoring a more leisurely stay, explorers can plot the perfect Amalfi Coast vacation itinerary that allows them to take in the best of what this luxe locale has to offer.

Crafting the Ultimate Amalfi Coast Itinerary

A quick getaway, an overnight adventure, or a full weeklong wander. Here are three sublime itinerary options that travel planners can use to design a flawless retreat.

Itinerary 1: The Perfect One-Day Trip to Paradise

• Home Base: Sorrento is the ideal launching point for a Capri day trip and Hilton Sorrento Palace, which is perfectly positioned overlooking the Bay of Naples and the striking Sorrento Coast, is the ideal home base. Surrounded by a charming citrus garden, the hotel features six outdoor seasonal pools, an indoor heated pool, and offers easy train station access.
• Morning Ferry: From Sorrento, the journey to Capri starts with an early ferry or hydrofoil ride from Anacapri. The trip takes approximately 20-30 minutes, and several companies operate frequent service. Travelers will want to pre-book tickets, especially during peak season.
• Day of Exploration: With just one day to explore, adventurers will want to spend their time seeing the highlights, including venturing through the upscale shops and eateries of Capri Town, riding the funicular up to Monte Solaro for panoramic views, and taking a boat tour around the island to see the mesmerizing Blue Grotto and the impressive Faraglioni rocks.
• Evening Return: Hungry travelers can grab dinner in Capri Town or Marina Piccola before catching the last ferry back to Sorrento.

Itinerary 2: An Indulgent Overnight Escape to Capri

• Start the Journey: Naples’ easy-to-access position on the coast makes it a great starting point for any Amalfi Coast vacation. Before heading to Capri, travelers can book a room at the De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton. Originally built in 1870, the hotel blends traditional and contemporary design elements and provides easy access to Naples' cultural attractions and ferry terminals.
• Morning Ferry: Departing from Naples, explorers can catch a morning ferry to Capri. This journey takes about an hour and should be booked in advance.
• Hit the Highlights: Upon arrival, travelers can hit the ground running by visiting Anacapri and the dreamy Villa San Michele before taking the chairlift up to the island’s highest point, Monte Solaro, to savor a sunset aperitivo overlooking the sea.
• Explore Even More: After an evening of rest, the next day can be all about exploration. Intrepid adventure-seekers can search for hidden gems in Capri Town, take a boat tour to the Blue Grotto, and relax on Marina Piccola before catching a late afternoon ferry back to the mainland.
• Continue Along the Amalfi Coast: From Capri, ferries run to both Sorrento and Positano, allowing travelers to choose whichever location best suits their plans for the rest of their Amalfi Coast hideaway.

Itinerary 3: A Lavish and Luxurious Island Interlude

• See the Amalfi Coast: Those looking for a leisurely, picturesque getaway should start by spending a few days exploring the beautiful seaside towns of Positano and Amalfi while using a luxurious retreat as a home base for exploration. An ideal option is Furore Grand Hotel, an SLH Hotel, which is perched above the Tyrrhenian Sea and offers stunning coastal views, elegant rooms and suites, an indulgent spa, and a spectacular outdoor infinity pool.
• Savor Capri Time: Then, travelers can take a private boat transfer to Capri to savor several days filled with pure indulgence. Here, during an extended stay, they can focus on relaxation, award-winning dining, and exploring the island at a slower pace. Travelers looking for the ultimate escape can even hire a private boat to explore hidden coves and enjoy secluded swims.

No matter the length of stay, the Amalfi Coast makes for an irresistible escape. From cliffside villages to lush island vibes, combining the coastal charm of the mainland with the seductive glamour of Capri delivers a breezy, scenic, and totally unforgettable Italian getaway that feels straight out of a movie.

• Hilton has signed two new properties under its flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts and lifestyle Canopy by Hilton brands: Hilton The Point Residences and Canopy by Hilton The Point
• Set to open in 2026, the two hotels will bring Hilton’s world-class hospitality to the Aseer Region

ABHA, Saudi Arabia – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced it has signed two hotels under its flagship Hilton Hotels & Resorts and lifestyle Canopy by Hilton brands in Abha city’s iconic The Point development. The properties have been signed with Red Sea Aseer Fund, a fund made up of unitholders from Red Sea Markets and the Tourism Development Fund, and a project developed by SEDCO Development and managed by Saudi Fransi Capital. The announcement follows the signing of Hilton´s Memorandum of Understanding with the Saudi Tourism Development Fund to develop iconic leisure tourism destinations in the Saudi Arabia.

Hilton The Point Residences and Canopy by Hilton The Point will feature a combined total of 250 guest rooms, suites, and residences, paired with state-of-the-art facilities for guests to enjoy. The shared amenities are complete with an indoor pool, fitness centre, spa, multiple dining outlets, and a children´s pool and kids club. The hotels will also be well-positioned to cater for large-scale leisure and business events, with 600 square metres of outdoor event space, a 500-square-metre ballroom, and 250 additional square metres of meeting space.

Work on Hilton The Point Residences and Canopy by Hilton The Point has already received a number of prestigious accolades, particularly for the interior design of the properties, winning "Highly Commended" in the Saudi Commercial Interior Design Awards, Interior Design of The Year: Concept category; "Best Future Concept" in the Commercial Interior Design Awards: Hospitality category; as well as "Highly Commended" in Global RLI Awards, RLI Future Project.

Located in The Point, the hotels will be adjacent to a mixed-use urban centre featuring world-class retail, food, and family entertainment offerings, as well as medical and sporting facilities. Less than 15 minutes from Abha International Airport – and with road networks leading to the surrounding cities of Jeddah, Makkah, Jazan, Riyadh, and Taif – the hotels are set to become a well-connected, frequently-visited urban destination, and position Abha as a leading leisure tourism destination in Saudi Arabia which is targeting 10 million visitors annually.

Commenting on Hilton’s growth in Saudi Arabia, Carlos Khneisser, vice president, development, Middle East & Africa, Hilton, said. “Saudi Arabia’s rapid evolution continues to provide exciting growth opportunities for Hilton, and we’re working with our owners to introduce more award-winning hospitality brands in locations throughout the country. Unlocking and pioneering destinations is part of Hilton’s DNA and these latest signings are strong examples of our diversified growth in up-and-coming, large-scale developments as well as our commitment to grow in secondary cities with our world leading portfolio of brands.”

Commenting on the signings, Mohammed Alawi, chairman of the Executive Committee, Red Sea Markets Co Ltd, said, “Hilton has continued to meet Saudi Arabia’s drive for travel and tourism, and the recent signings of these properties in Abha are strong examples of the company’s commitment to development in secondary cities and to cater towards an ever-evolving tourism demographic and more diversified product offering. We’re thrilled to be partnering on Hilton The Point Residences and Canopy by Hilton The Point and look forward to expanding Hilton’s world-class hospitality to more guests across Saudi Arabia.”

With plans to more than quadruple its presence in Saudi Arabia over the next few years, Hilton is leveraging key real estate developments, including business and leisure travel destinations, to underpin the expansion of its domestic portfolio.

Hilton currently operates 16 hotels in Saudi Arabia with plans to open over 50 new hotels across 10 of its brands, making the country the company’s largest pipeline market in the EMEA region. Projects include the introduction of new brands such as LXR Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, and Hampton by Hilton. The company plans to grow its portfolio in Saudi Arabia to a total of more than 75 properties over the coming years.