Pompeii and Vesuvius Full-Day Private Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Pompeii ruins
- Hike to Vesuvius crater summit
- Private tour with expert guide
- Stunning views of Naples Bay
- Flexible departure times
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Salerno to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius
- Guided tour of Pompeii archaeological site
- Hike to the summit of Mount Vesuvius with a local guide
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Get picked up at your accommodation, airport or train station in the city of Naples, Salerno, and Amalfi coast Enjoy the day in a comfortable modern Minivan driven by a professional driver. Transfer to Pompeii for a visit of the ancient city with SKIP THE LINE admission fees included.
Enter in the Ruin of Pompeii in the main entrance called Porta Marina.
Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities
The house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents
Pass by: Walk through the main street of Pompeii
Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii
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.
Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii
The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii
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
Pass by: Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii
Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii.
Transfer to Mt. Vesuvius and a optional lunch break in a typical restaurant on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius or Pompei.
Transfer to Mt. Vesuvius and a optional lunch break in a typical restaurant on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius or Pompei. 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 your cruise ship or accommodation in Salerno, Naples or Amalfi coast.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible; a moderate level of fitness is required for the hike.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat; please contact the tour operator in advance if needed.
- Please provide a valid and reachable phone number for communication during the trip.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the hike.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Customers must provide at the time of booking the following information concerning pick up and drop off: number of train or flight, name and address of the accommodation
- This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, please wear comfortable shoes.
- The tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility as the path on the Mount Vesuvius is quite steep and slippery (20 minutes walk).
- Infant car seats are available upon request
- Mount Vesuvius entry ticket: 11,68 euros
Traveler reviews
Amazing Experience
We had a PHENOMENAL time with Luigi and Anna as our guides for Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius! They were incredibly patient and accommodating with our kids (6 & 10). I can't recommend them enough - the communication was incredible and we would happily book with them again!
Our guide was a...
Our guide was an archaeologist. He was exciting and passionate. A moment and unforgettable exchanges.
An Absolute “Must-Do” in Pompeii!
We absolutely LOVED this tour and our entire day in Pompeii! Our driver, Luigi, was hands down the BEST! He was personable, funny, knowledgeable and recommended the BEST lunch spot (I Matti Pizzeria). Mareluce was our tour guide in Pompeii and was PHENOMENAL! She was incredibly knowledgeable, and kept our kids (7&9) engaged, while sharing all information in a kid-friendly manner. We would absolutely recommend this tour and these two guides to anyone—they made our day in Pompeii one to remember!
A great day at Vesuvius and Pompeii
We had a great experience in Naples using this tour company. Our driver Luca took us up the slopes of Vesuvius and back down to the ruins of Pompeii quickly and safely. We were met at Pompeii by Mena, who was so knowledgeable and was such a lovely person. We truly enjoyed our tour of the ruins with her. Well before our tour we were properly communicated with by the company so there was no worry or doubt. I would highly recommend using this company for a day trip of the two major sights in Naples!
Best Tour and Driver Ever!
This tour was amazing! We had the best time, I highly recommend. And our driver, Giovanni was superb… just wonderful. Giovanni was a safe driver and listened to what we wanted to and made the tour so memorable. Thank you so much Giovanni… when we return to the Naples area, we will definitely book a tour that includes you as the driver! The two activities of the tour were incredible… highly recommend this tour and tour company. You won’t be disappointed!