Pompeii & Vesuvius Day Trip
Description
Embark on an engaging self-guided day excursion to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius that allows you to explore two of Campania's most iconic attractions at your leisure, utilizing an English audio guide throughout the experience.
Details of the Day Trip
At the arranged time, you will be collected from your chosen meeting point to commence your journey towards Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, two significant landmarks in Campania that you can explore at your own rhythm.
After approximately 40 to 50 minutes of travel, we will arrive at the Vesuvius National Park, the first highlight of the day. Here, you will be granted 1.5 hours of free time to ascend to the summit and take in the breathtaking vistas at your own pace. Notably, the last eruption occurred in 1944 and lasted almost ten days—an interesting fact to ponder during your exploration!
After your visit to this remarkable crater, you'll board the minibus once again. In around 40 minutes, we will arrive at the renowned ruins of Pompeii, which were tragically engulfed by the eruption in 79 AD. Equipped with a map and an audio guide in English, you will navigate the site freely, pausing at various vital points of interest.
To enhance your experience, we will provide a tailored itinerary spanning approximately two hours, ensuring you do not miss any highlights of this fascinating archaeological site. Must-see locations include the House of the Faun, the Amphitheatre of Pompeii, the Stabian Baths, the Forum, and the Temple of Apollo!
Ultimately, we will reconvene at the minibus to return to our original meeting point, concluding our day trip within a total timeframe of 6 to 7.5 hours.
Audio Guide Information
Please be aware that an English audio guide is available at the Pompeii Archaeological Park. At Vesuvius National Park, participants will engage in a self-guided exploration, as no audio guide is offered in that area.
Meeting Point
Based on your departure location, you can select your preferred meeting point during the booking process:
- Tour from Salerno: departs at 9:15 am from Piazza Vittorio Veneto 6
- Tour from Castellammare di Stabia: departs at 9:20 am from the bus stop at Piazza Papa Giovanni XXII
What's included
- Transport by minibus
- Admission to Mount Vesuvius National Park: 11.68EUR and booking fee per person
- Admission to Pompeii Archeological Park
- Audio guide in English to visit Pompeii
- Map of Pompeii
What's not included
- Food and beverages
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
Depending on the location where you'll depart that you selected during the booking process, please note the following times and meeting points:
- Tour from Salerno: departure at 9:15 am from Piazza Vittorio Veneto 6, in front of Banca Generali
- Tour from Castellammare di Stabia: departure at 9:20 am from the bus stop at Piazza Papa Giovanni XXII
In both cases, you must arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes in advance.
Admission Included
Please note that this activity includes the entrance fee to the National Park of Mount Vesuvius: 11.68EUR + Booking fee per person.
Audio Guide
- When you reach the meeting point, you'll be given a QR code to download the audio guide for the Pompeii tour. Please ensure your phone is charged and you bring headphones!
- Please note that an audio guide is available at the Pompeii Archeological Park. In the Vesuvius National Park, you'll embark on a self-guided tour, as there is no audio guide available.
Additional Info
- On the day of the activity, you must bring a valid ID
- We recommend wearing closed shoes or hiking shoes and comfortable clothes, as well as bringing water and snacks. Please note that you can't leave large baggs or luggage on the bus.
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