Uber Takes to the Skies and Seas on Italy's Amalfi Coast
Explore and discover the skies and seas of Amalfi Coast with Uber
This summer, Uber is bringing a taste of la dolce vita to the Amalfi Coast with the launch of its new luxury travel services: Uber Copter and Uber Boat. For the first time, tourists can book helicopter rides and boat cruises directly through the Uber app, offering a seamless way to explore Italy's most glamorous coastline.
Travellers can now soar over the sparkling Mediterranean with Uber Copter's private, dual-engine helicopter transfers between Sorrento and Capri. The round-trip experience, available for groups of up to six people, includes door-to-door transport and breath-taking aerial views, all for Dhs1,050 per person.
For those preferring the sea, Uber Boat offers a complimentary four-hour cruise along the Amalfi Coast aboard a stylish Italian Gozzo 35, complete with a personal skipper, snacks, and drinks. Both experiences are available on weekends from July 26 to August 24 and can be booked in advance via Uber Reserve.
With the addition of these exclusive offerings, Uber is set to make summer travel on the Amalfi Coast more magical, convenient, and utterly unforgettable.
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