From Rome: Pompeii Day Trip by Fast Train and Car
From$645
2.5 hours
Rome, Italy
About this activity
Embark on a fascinating journey into the past and unlock the mysteries of the city frozen in time on an unforgettable day trip to Pompeii from Rome in the company of an expert archeologist.
Highlights
- Discover the imposing ruins of Pompeii
- Enjoy the convenience of optimized train and private car travel
- Explore Pompeii with a private guide and avoid big tour groups
- Walk the incredibly preserved streets, and explore villas and temples
Full description
Take a quick 1-hour train from Rome to Naples, where a private driver will bring you and your guide to Pompeii. Skip the lines and enjoy a 2.5-hour guided tour of the haunting ruins, frozen in time since the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Walk ancient streets still marked by Roman chariots and explore homes, shops, and temples left behind in a city preserved at the moment of destruction. Your guide will bring Pompeii’s daily life and sudden end vividly to life. We handle all logistics, including round-trip high-speed train tickets and local transfers, so you can relax and enjoy. After the tour, you’ll be driven back to Naples station for your return to Rome—an efficient, unforgettable day trip optimized for time and value.
Included / Excluded
- All Fees and Taxes
- Expert private archeologist guide
- Skip-the-line tickets to Pompeii
- Round trip high-speed train tickets from Rome to Naples
- Roundtrip private car service from Naples to Pompeii
- Food and beverages
- Transportation to and from Termini Station in Rome
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Start Location
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Metropolitan City of Rome, Rome, Rome, IT
Important information
Know before you book
- As this is a walking tour through an archeological park with steps and uneven walkways, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- Your private tour will start at 9:30AM and the duration of the tour is 2.5 hours. You will then be taken back to the Napoli Station where you can take your train to bring you back to Rome. If you wish to stay longer in Naples after your tour ends, please advise us immediately what time you wish to depart.
Know before you go
- You will depart from Termini Station in Rome. Train tickets will be emailed to you in another email. Your driver will meet you at the platform of the Napoli Centrale Train Station where you will be taken to meet your guide at the Pompeii Scavi. Your private tour will start at 9:30AM and the duration of the tour is 2.5 hours. You will then be taken back to the Napoli Station where you can take your train to bring you back to Rome. If you wish to stay longer in Naples after your tour ends, please advise us immediately what time you wish to depart.
- As this is a walking tour through an archeological park with steps and uneven walkways, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- Upon booking, please email the ages of all children traveling with you to office@througheternity.com.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 15 days before the activity starts
15 or more days before the tour day: 90% of the cost will be refunded, minus ticket costs; Between 8 and 14 days before the tour day: 50% of the cost will be refunded, minus ticket costs; 7 days or less: no refund.
Reviews
Haley Sekas
Aug 20265.0
Amazing tour! Our tour guide, Renata, was so sweet and knowledgeable. She really made the tour special for us!
Leslye Waugh
Aug 20265.0
The tour was excellent. Really enjoyed the experience of a small group and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history.
joy l
Aug 20265.0
Rocco was our tour guide and he was incredible with our 9 & 12 year old boys! He had a ton of information, shared history with us and made it fun. 5 stars for Rocco and this amazing must do tour