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From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour

1. From Naples: Pompeii Ruins & Mount Vesuvius Day Tour

Revisit where Mount Vesuvius erupted and buried Pompeii beneath molten ash on a day trip by minivan or bus. Follow your licensed guide through the remains of this UNESCO World Heritage Site remarkably frozen in time for almost 2,000 years. Enjoy a local pizza lunch along your route. Hear stories about the Forum, Thermal Baths, the Lupanare, the Greek Theatre, and plaster casts of bodies burnt by volcanic ashes and lapilli. Savor a typical Naples pizza lunch at one of Pompeii’s cafés. Then, be driven close to the mountain's summit that destroyed the city. From there, take a short walk to the lip of the crater and take in the atmosphere of the smoking mountain. Revisit the devastating day in 79 AD when Mount Vesuvius erupted and buried the Roman city of Pompeii beneath molten ash. On arrival, discover the remains of this UNESCO world heritage site remarkably frozen in time for almost 2,000 years. It is the only active volcano in continental Europe. Enjoy the stunning views over the Bay of Naples. Return to Naples at approximately 5 PM and be dropped off at your hotel, your cruise ship, or the railway station.

From Sorrento: Day Tour to Pompeii Ruins and Mount Vesuvius

2. From Sorrento: Day Tour to Pompeii Ruins and Mount Vesuvius

Join a guided day trip from Sorrento and see iconic places like Mount Vesuvius, the Roman city of Pompeii, and more. Travel back in time and know about the history of this Unesco World Heritage Site from your knowledgeable guide.  Upon arrival at Pompeii, your expert guide will take you on a tour through the remains of this UNESCO world heritage site remarkably frozen in time for almost 2,000 years. Hear stories about The Forum, Thermal Baths, Lupanare, Greek Theater, and plaster casts of the bodies of Pompeii people. Following a typical Naples lunch of pizza at one of Pompeii’s cafés, you will then be driven close to the summit of the mountain that destroyed it. From there, it's just a walk to the lip of the crater. The only active volcano in continental Europe, Vesuvius has erupted many times, but it was the destruction of Pompeii and its surrounding towns that made it the most famous. Climb to the top, and walk around the crater, taking in the atmosphere of the smoking mountain. Enjoy the stunning views over the Bay of Naples. Return to Sorrento, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, the cruise ship, or the railway station.

From Naples: All-Inclusive Mount Vesuvius Half-Day Tour

3. From Naples: All-Inclusive Mount Vesuvius Half-Day Tour

Have your transport and entry ticket sorted for you for a hassle-free trip to Mount Vesuvius. Take in incredible views and sights from this still-active volcano. Start the tour with pick up from your hotel, the train station, or at the cruise port of Naples. Meet your driver and climb into a comfortable air-conditioned minibus to begin your adventure. Follow the highway directly to Torre del Greco village, admiring beautiful views through the window. Begin the climb through Vesuvius National Park up to an altitude of 1,000 meters. When you arrive, set off to explore the park on foot, home to the only still-active volcano in continental Europe, the iconic Mount Vesuvius.  Walk around the crater at 1,200 meters and marvel at the breathtaking view of the charming Bay of Naples with Sorrento, Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Capri in the distance. Be back at the parking lot at the time fixed by your driver and return to Naples city center, where you will be dropped off back at your hotel, the station, or the cruise port.

Pompeii and Vesuvius Full-Day Tour from Amalfi Coast

4. Pompeii and Vesuvius Full-Day Tour from Amalfi Coast

Discover the beauty of the Amalfi coast, climb Mount Vesuvius, and see the excavation site at Pompeii, all on one tour! Drive along the coastal road and pass the picturesque towns that make Italy's Campania region unforgettable, then explore the ancient city of Pompeii. In Pompeii, explore one of Europe's most compelling excavation sites. This Roman city was lost for 1700 years, partially destroyed and buried under ash and pumice after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, get unique insight into ancient city life. After lunch, depart for Mount Vesuvius. Take the minibus up the volcano, and be escorted by a guide to the summit. From here, enjoy views over the southern part of the volcano, and, during days with good visibility, the entire gulf of Naples. On the journey back, visit one of the most prestigious cameo and coral factories in the region to see the production of typical Italian carvings.

Naples or Sorrento: Full-Day Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Tour

5. Naples or Sorrento: Full-Day Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Tour

Explore the world-famous Pompeii ruins and Mount Vesuvius on a guided day trip starting from Naples or Sorrento. Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Pompeii and admire the Bay of Naples from Vesuvius’ summit. Start at Pompeii, where you can skip the ticket line before your guided walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. With your guide, inspect well-preserved ruins, artworks, mosaics, and frescoes, including the Roman Forum, and Temple of Apollo. Even glance at plaster casts of people in the city at the time of Vesuvius’ eruption in AD 79. Exit the archeological site with your guide and visit the surrounding shops and cafes. Choose the lunch option for a three-course meal consisting of a starter, main course, dessert, and one drink. Next up is Mount Vesuvius. Skip the majority of the arduous climb, with your vehicle taking you 1000m up the volcano. From there, step out and make your own way to the crater’s edge on a 30-minute ascent. On the way, you may come across an official alpine guide who can share the volcano’s turbulent history with you. Arrive at the summit where you can enjoy and photograph the unforgettable views over the whole of the Bay of Naples. The day trip ends with a transfer back to Naples or Sorrento.

Naples: Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius with Pizza or Wine Tasting

6. Naples: Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius with Pizza or Wine Tasting

Experience how the ancient Romans lived and the immense and beautiful Italian landscape on this combination tour by minivan or car of the Pompeii ruins and Mount Vesuvius. See the Forum, the Stabian Baths, a brothel, the House of the Faun, the House of the Tragic Poet, and more. Then, drive up Mount Vesuvius with a volcanologist guide. After visiting Pompeii, take a half-hour break before beginning the second part of the tour. Head off on a drive to the top of Mount Vesuvius through the natural beauty of pine forests and lush woods and bright yellow flowers. Enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Naples. Enjoy a walk with a volcanologist guide who will tell you about the geological history of the volcano and its eruptions.

From Rome: Pompeii Tour w/ Train Ticket, Lunch, & Wine

7. From Rome: Pompeii Tour w/ Train Ticket, Lunch, & Wine

Embark on a day trip to Pompeii by high-speed train and air-conditioned bus for the utmost in comfort, quality, and convenience. Discover the secrets of the ancient city of Pompeii with a guided tour of the ruins. Have a delectable lunch and wine tasting experience at a local winery. Enjoy an all-inclusive tour by high-speed train tour and ride in comfort, from Rome to Naples in just one hour. Board an y air-conditioned coach for the 35-minute ride to Pompeii and step back in time on a guided tour walking tout. Discover the secrets of this city that was devastated by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Experience a world frozen in time as you stroll along the ancient cobblestone roads where perfectly preserved ancient bakeries, shops, stalls, residences, public baths, and brothels remain. Take in the tragic plaster casts of the Pompeiians who were immortalized on that devastating day by pyroclastic flow and ash. Upon conclusion of the guided tour in Pompeii, visit a prize-winning vineyard nearby to taste four of the wines produced in the fertile volcanic soil of Mt. Vesuvius. Follow your tasting with a leisurely lunch where local specialties take center stage. After enjoying an abundance of antipasti, a first course, and dessert your driver will transfer you to Naples for the return trip to Rome.

Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius Tour by Minivan

8. Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius Tour by Minivan

Relax in comfort and style on board a luxury bus as you embark on a fascinating one-day tour of the Campania Region’s highlights. The first stop of the tour is the ancient ruins of the world-famous Pompeii, a site of excellent preservation following the tragic destruction of the town by volcanic lava almost 2000 years ago. After roughly 2 hours at the site of Pompeii, it’s time to move on to the next destination. Next, visit the fascinating Roman town of Herculaneum, another ancient site destroyed by volcanic flows in 79 AD. Retrace the steps of history as you marvel at the ruins that remain more or less intact after all these years. After 1.5 hours at Herculaneum, travel towards the incredible Mount Vesuvius to marvel at this incredible but daunting volcano. Along the journey to and from each site, enjoy live commentary from your driver and learn about the tales and anecdotes of these three most visit places in the region. This tour is the perfect option for those wishing to see the most popular sites of Campania in one day, aboard a deluxe vehicle with a maximum of 8 guests.

Vesuvius: Visit the crater with ticket and transfer included

9. Vesuvius: Visit the crater with ticket and transfer included

The mount Vesuvius, the still active volcano that destroyed the ancient Pompeii and the neighboring areas in the 79 a.C. Because of him, we have the archaeological sites, appreciated all over the world. By the way, also the mount Vesuvius has its own charm and it deserves to be visited. What is the best option to visit it? With us for sure! Every day will be arranged a shared transfer from Pompeii that will take you to the entrance of the crater (1000mt. high). From there, with the entry ticket provided by us before the departure, you will be able to start your hike of about 300mt. in order to reach the highest point of the volcano and you will also enjoy the breathtaking landscape and the inside of the crater. You will spend spare time for the visit, then we will wait for you at the meeting point for the time indicated in order to come back to Pompeii. Also during the transfer you will be able to admire all the beautiful landscapes of the Neapolitan bay, so prepare your cameras! A unique experience that surely you will repeat the soonest possible.

From Naples: Pompeii and Vesuvius Guided Day Trip with Lunch

10. From Naples: Pompeii and Vesuvius Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Depart from the established meeting points in Naples. Accompanied by an experienced guide, explore the main features of the ancient city of Pompeii including baths, bakeries, theaters, fresco paintings, and mosaics. Experience the ancient local lifestyle and follow the pathways of the archeological site. After free time for shopping and lunch in Pompeii, the coach departs for Mount Vesuvius. At the end of the visit, you will have a break for lunch. Climb up to 1000 meters high and then make the walk up to the crater. Upon reaching the crater, a local guide will provide you with some tips about the history of the volcano. Return to Naples in the afternoon.  

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I was unsure if it was worth going to Pompeii for the day as it was an all day excursion with my family. I am so glad we went, our tour guide, Enrica and our driver, Marco made the trip relaxing and enjoyable. When we arrived at Pompeii, we were greeted by a knowledgeable guide specifically for the archeological site and we learned quite a bit about life in Pompeii prior to the eruption of Vesuvius. It is was all pretty fascinating and even my teenage son was equally interested. We would’ve preferred ti hike Mt. Vesuvius but unfortunately this option was not available in Feb. but we did get to explore Naples a bit. Highly recommend, a nice way to break up our visit to Rome.

Pompei was amazing, the tour guide told us many interesting information. We walked by ourself around the Vesuv. The lunch was delicious. But what I missed, the tour guide in the bus (during the transfer) didn't tell us anything about the City or History.

Excellent tour of the vineyards. A spectacular view, a pity it was winter and the grapes did not have leaves yet. Magdalena was an excellent guide, and very detailed. The lunch they prepared for us was delicious. We would love to come back.

We had a lovely time on our tour. Our driver Luigi was amazing, he definitely made the trip a 5 S*t*a*r*s* experience.

Our guide was knowledgeable, personable and willing answer our questions as we walked through a spectacular site!