4.7(261 reviews)

Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Small Group Tour

From€99

8 hours

Pompeii, Italy

About this activity

Discover the ancient city of Pompeii and hike to the summit of Mount Vesuvius on this small group tour, featuring expert guidance and skip-the-line access.

Highlights

Explore ancient Pompeii ruins
Skip-the-line access to Pompeii
Guided tour with expert archaeologist
Hike to Mount Vesuvius summit
Panoramic views of Naples Bay

Full description

Step back in time and explore the ancient city of Pompeii, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. With skip-the-line access, you'll delve into the well-preserved ruins, guided by an expert archaeologist who brings the history to life. Afterward, embark on a scenic hike to the summit of Mount Vesuvius, where you'll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of Naples Bay and the surrounding landscape. This small group tour offers an intimate and immersive experience, perfect for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike.

Included / Excluded

Skip-the-line access to Pompeii Archaeological Site
Guided tour of Pompeii with an expert archaeologist
Hike to the summit of Mount Vesuvius with panoramic views

Lunch and personal expenses

Itinerary

1

Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES

2

Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

3

Pass by: Walk through the main street of Pompeii

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

4

In the granary you will see marble tables and baths for fountains that adorned the entrances of houses and some casts of victims of the eruption as well as that of a dog and a tree.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

5

The house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

6

These occupy a vast area between the Brothel lane, the Holconius crossroads and the Via Stabiana. They represent the oldest thermal complex in the city.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

7

Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

8

The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

9

Pass by: Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE

10

Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

11

Transfer to Mt. Vesuvius. Get on the top of the volcano to see the crater that still smokes slightly. Besides that, you will have a stunning panorama of the Bay of Naples, Capri, Ischia, the edge of the Sorrento coast and more. The last 500m is a very steep uphill walk, and closed-in shoes are essential. At the end of the visit, back to the main entrance of Pompeii Ruins, called Porta Marina Superiore.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

Via Villa dei Misteri, 2, 80045 Pompei, NA, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

Tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tour may be conducted in multiple languages; confirm language preference at booking.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle.
Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

Children under 6 y.o. are not allowed
Wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen in the summer
If the Vesuvius is not accessible due to force majeur, the tour will include the visit of Herculaneum instead of Vesuvius
Please be aware that from the entrance of Vesuvius first 30 minutes is a step walking to reach the crater
Mount Vesuvius entry ticket: 11,68 euros included in the price

Traveler reviews

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A Must Experience

We were 4 in out group and were very lucky to have two excellent guides: Mario at Mount Vesuvius and Sergio at Pompeii. They were both very knowledgeable, super friendly and very happy to answer all our questions. The whole tour was very well organized: leaving on time in a comfortable bus with an excellent driver. We strongly recommend Askos.

Dalia UMay 25, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour! Sergio was very informative and engaging. 5 starts!

Great tour! Sergio was very informative and engaging. 5 starts!

Martina MMay 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Pompeii and Vesuvius

We did Pompeii and the Vesuvius hike. Antonio was a perfect guide through Pompeii. I only wish we had more time! Combining the two activities wasn't ideal for us because we would have liked more time to walk around on our own. The Vesuvius hike was well worth it and a good workout. The views were amazing.

Marlana_BMay 19, 2026VIATOR

Great team and great experience in Pompeii

Unique cultural experience. Immersion in the oldest history of humanity. Excellent guide in Spanish and Italian. I don't remember their name, but they did a great job. Also, special thanks and mention to Patricia and Luca!! Great team!! We will repeat with WorldTours!!

336tonyfMay 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

On top of the world.

It was a fabulous experience from start to end,by our tour guide Mario who did an exceptional job.

Neil SMay 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children under 6 y.o. are not allowed Wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen in the summer If the Vesuvius is not accessible due to force majeur, the tour will include the visit of Herculaneum instead of Vesuvius Please be aware that from the entrance of Vesuvius first 30 minutes is a step walking to reach the crater