Pompeii & Vesuvius Day Trip
Description
Lava and ash petrified the citizens of Pompeii, leaving them as a historical record. Discover the history of the world's most famous volcanic eruption and climb the volcano itself on this excursion.
Description
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Naples, the train station, or the marina, for a 7-8 hour day trip.
After a 40-minute drive, we reach Pompeii, a renowned archaeological site. Following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius on August 24, 79 AD, the town's inhabitants were buried. Accompanied by a guide, we'll visit buildings excavated in the 18th century, including the forum, thermal baths, and theatre, as well as the Roman brothel with its erotic paintings.
After the guided visit of Pompeii, we will have a light lunch with soft drinks or water before heading to Torre del Greco to begin our ascent of Mount Vesuvius. The effort is rewarded with stunning views of Naples Bay from the peak.
After descending Vesuvius, we will return to Naples by bus, completing the excursion in 7-8 hours.
Language
- An accompanying guide will provide explanations during the bus ride.
- During the ascent of Mount Vesuvius, park guides will assist; availability of an English-speaking guide is not guaranteed.
Important Info
Pickup service at the port of Naples is available only for cruise ship passengers. For city stays, pickup will be at your hotel or nearest train station, based on availability.
What's included
- Pickup and drop–off at your hotel, the port or the train station (depending on availability)
- Transport by bus
- English–speaking guide
- Skip–the–line access to the Pompeii ruins
- Ticket to Mount Vesuvius (11,68EUR per person)
- A typical light lunch or pizza, water or soft drinks
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 48 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Hotel Pickup
If you've selected hotel pickup, the local tour company will get in touch a few hours before to confirm your exact pickup time and meeting point. Please note that if your accommodation is not accessible to large vehicles such as a bus, an alternative meeting point as close to your hotel as possible will be provided. To coordinate your pickup in advance, you can call the following number: +39 081 2488315, available Monday to Friday until 8:30 pm.
Pickup at the Port or Train Station
In this case, the times and meeting points are as follows:
- The meeting time for cruises is at 9:45 am in the port, outside the Terminal Passageri of the Stazione Maritima (Molo Angioino): https://maps.app.goo.gl/BgEyHRVniTdtZNJh8
- Pickup at the train station is at 10:20 am outside the station, in front of the entrance to the STAR Hotel Terminus: https://maps.app.goo.gl/au7haM1cH1bPszYDA
We recommend arriving 10 minutes in advance.
Climbing Mount Vesuvius
- Climbing Mount Vesuvius is done by foot, and the summit is at an altitude of 1,000 metres. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes, clothing, and to bring water.
- Anybody with limited mobility, or who does not want to climb to the summit, can wait for the group at the rest point, at the foot of the volcano.
- Although it is unusual, for meteorological reasons the crater is sometimes closed. Should this be the case, the tour makes a stop at a viewpoint to take photos, and we will refund the tickets to the crater (11.68EUR per person).
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