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Mount Vesuvius guided tours
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
TOTAL DURATION7 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
TOTAL DURATION7 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
Timeline
Map
30 minutes
1
Pompeii
5 attractions
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
Highlights
1. The Civil Forum
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2. Basilica
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
3. Temple of Jupiter
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
4. Forum Baths
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
5. House of Menander
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2
END POINT
Naples
60 minutes
1
Pompeii
5 attractions
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
Highlights
1. The Civil Forum
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2. Basilica
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
3. Temple of Jupiter
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
4. Forum Baths
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
5. House of Menander
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2
30 minutes
1
Pompeii
5 attractions
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
Highlights
1. The Civil Forum
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2. Basilica
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
3. Temple of Jupiter
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
4. Forum Baths
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
5. House of Menander
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2
END POINT
Naples
30 minutes
1
Pompeii
5 attractions
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
Highlights
1. The Civil Forum
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2. Basilica
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
3. Temple of Jupiter
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
4. Forum Baths
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
5. House of Menander
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2
END POINT
Naples
30 minutes
1
Pompeii
5 attractions
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
Highlights
1. The Civil Forum
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2. Basilica
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
3. Temple of Jupiter
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
4. Forum Baths
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
5. House of Menander
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2
Vesuvius Climb
Tickets included
Hike up one of the world's most famous active volcanoes for jaw-dropping views of Naples and the Bay of Naples. Learn about its fiery past on this guided tour.
3
END POINT
Naples
30 minutes
1
Pompeii
5 attractions
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
Highlights
1. The Civil Forum
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2. Basilica
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
3. Temple of Jupiter
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
4. Forum Baths
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
5. House of Menander
Tickets included
The guide talks about historical significance & related stories.
2
Herculaneum
Tickets included
Often overshadowed by Pompeii, this smaller, better-preserved site showcases luxurious Roman villas and intricate mosaics.
3
END POINT
Naples
Maximize your day with a guided Pompeii tour plus your choice of Vesuvius’ crater hike.
- Enjoy the convenience of organized transportation from Naples to Pompeii and back, ensuring a smooth and enriching exploration of these iconic sites.
- Join this day trip to Pompeii and explore the site under the guidance of a local expert.
- Listen to the riveting history of Pompeii as you walk through the Garden of Fugitives in the language you pick.
- Customize your tour—choose to visit Herculaneum’s remarkably preserved villas and mosaics or hike up Mount Vesuvius for breathtaking views.
- Avoid the crowds—each group is limited to a maximum of 20 people for a more comfortable experience.
Maximize your day with a guided Pompeii tour plus your choice of Vesuvius’ crater hike.
- Enjoy the convenience of organized transportation from Naples to Pompeii and back, ensuring a smooth and enriching exploration of these iconic sites.
- Join this day trip to Pompeii and explore the site under the guidance of a local expert.
- Listen to the riveting history of Pompeii as you walk through the Garden of Fugitives in the language you pick.
- Customize your tour—choose to visit Herculaneum’s remarkably preserved villas and mosaics or hike up Mount Vesuvius for breathtaking views.
- Avoid the crowds—each group is limited to a maximum of 20 people for a more comfortable experience.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Pompeii with entry
- Round-trip transfers from Naples
- English, Spanish or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Headsets for groups above 10
- Entry to Herculaneum (as per option selected)
- Entry to Vesuvius (as per option selected)
- Facilities: cloakroom, luggage storage.
- Head to the Superiore Entrance to make use of the onsite luggage facilities.
- Big dogs (above the weight 10kg and the height of 40cm) are not allowed into the venue. Guide dogs with the proper certification are welcome.
- The fee for the excavation sites of Pompeii is free for all first Sundays of the month.
- Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
- The tour is available in English, Spanish, and French.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
START POINT
Naples/Pompeii
Board your spacious AC transfers from central Naples or Pompeii. Sit back and leave aside the logistical planning. Get dropped right at the entrance to each site, with the access fees all paid and ample time to explore before moving on.
10 km
15 minutes
1
Pompeii
1 attractions
Tickets included
Show your entry tickets, jump the lines, and independently walk amidst ancient streets, villas, and theaters offering a vivid snapshot of 1st-century life.
In 79 AD, the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were buried by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. In the 21st century, you can discover both their archaeological excavations and climb the active volcano all in one trip.
Highlights
House of the Faun
Wander through Pompeii's largest and most elaborate residential complex, centered by a bronze statue of a dancing satyr.
8 km
15 minutes
2
Herculaneum
1 attractions
Tickets included
Explore this neighboring well-preserved Roman town, where volcanic ash sealed wooden structures, mosaics, and everyday artifacts in remarkable detail, halting entropy for nearly a couple millennia.
Highlights
House of Neptune and Amphitrite
Stop by this small yet richly frescoed villa, featuring a large technicolor mosaic of Greek sea deities.
5 km
10 minutes
3
Mount Vesuvius
Tickets included
Hike to the crater of this iconic volcano, whose explosive eruption shaped history and left behind breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples.
10 km
15 minutes
4
END POINT
Naples/Pompeii
Journey through two buried cities and a volcano – all featuring in a saga of ash and lava.
- Everything you get: Hop aboard round-trip transfers from either Naples or Pompeii. The first stop is Pompeii, followed by Herculaneum. Explore the villas, libraries, and food stalls at these two neighboring cities that faced similar fates. Then, head to Mount Vesuvius. Climb its slopes and craters to observe lava flows.
- Why choose this: With one booking and eight hours, skip the lines at three intertwined UNESCO landmarks, taking advantage of AC coach travel for the whole day.
Journey through two buried cities and a volcano – all featuring in a saga of ash and lava.
- Everything you get: Hop aboard round-trip transfers from either Naples or Pompeii. The first stop is Pompeii, followed by Herculaneum. Explore the villas, libraries, and food stalls at these two neighboring cities that faced similar fates. Then, head to Mount Vesuvius. Climb its slopes and craters to observe lava flows.
- Why choose this: With one booking and eight hours, skip the lines at three intertwined UNESCO landmarks, taking advantage of AC coach travel for the whole day.
Inclusions
- Day trip to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius
- Round-trip transfers from Pompeii or Naples (as per option selected)
- Entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park
- Audio guide and map of Pompeii
Exclusions
- Live guide
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.
- The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guided tour of Mount Vesuvius is…
✔️ With a local expert
Explore Mount Vesuvius with a local expert to understand its secrets, tragic stories and geology better.
✔️ Minus the crowds
Navigate your visit to Mount Vesuvius with a peaceful experience away from the crowds.
✔️ Helpful and convenient
Maximize your visit with well-organized schedules that ensure a seamless exploration from start to finish, without missing out on any of the important sites.
✔️ An immersive experience
Engage in deep discussions about the crater and the volcano’s history with others.
Hear from our guests
Find the perfect Mount Vesuvius tour for you
Not sure which Vesuvius tour suits you best? Answer a few simple questions to find your ideal experience.
Where are you staying?
- If you’re staying in Naples, choose From Naples: Pompeii Guided Tour with Optional Herculaneum or Vesuvius Visit. The tour offers transfers and access to Pompeii and Vesuvius.
- If you're based in Sorrento, go for From Sorrento: Pompeii Guided Tour with Optional Vesuvius Visit. Enjoy a full-day tour of Pompeii, and access to Vesuvius.
- If you're staying near Pompeii, book From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip, which will allow access to all 3 sites: Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius.
How much time do you have?
- Only half a day but still want to explore Vesuvius or Herculaneum? Choose a shorter option that will allow you visit Pompeii as well as Vesuvius in less than 7 hours.
- If you have a full day to dedicate to exploring, a more comprehensive tour might be ideal. Choose between From Sorrento: Pompeii Guided Tour with Optional Vesuvius Visit and From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip, depending on how much you want. to explore.
What interests you the most?
- If your primary interest is exploring the ruins of Pompeii, take the Pompeii tour starting from Naples, which allows you to dive into Pompeii with an optional visit to Vesuvius or Herculaneum.
- If climbing Vesuvius is your main goal, go for the tour that begins in Sorrento and includes a guided climb to the top of Vesuvius.
- For a complete experience take the tour starting from Pompeii/Naples, which covers all three sites with an audio guide.
Frequently asked questions about Mount Vesuvius guided tours
Why is a guided tour more expensive than a regular ticket?
A guided tour of Vesuvius is more expensive than a regular ticket because it includes expert guidance, skip-the-line access, and often small group sizes for a more personalized experience. These factors contribute to the higher cost but enhance the visit with detailed insights, convenience, and exclusive access to viewpoints and information!
Are audio guides available in languages other than English?
Yes, audio guides are available in Italian, English, French, German, and Spanish, providing visitors with a variety of language options to enhance their tour experience at Mount Vesuvius.
What happens if I am late?
To avoid missing the tour, arrive at least 15 minutes early. Tours start on time, and latecomers may not join or get a refund. Arriving early gives you a buffer in case of delays.
What topics does the guide cover during the Sunset Climb with Alpine Guide tour of Mount Vesuvius?
During the Sunset Climb with Alpine Guide tour at Mount Vesuvius, the guide usually covers the volcano's geological history, past eruptions, local wildlife, cultural significance, and ongoing conservation efforts.
Should I choose an audio guide or a local guide for my visit?
Choosing a local guide at Mount Vesuvius tends to provide a more enriching experience than opting for an audio guide. Local guides offer personalized insights and enhance interaction during your visit. However, if you prefer to explore at your own pace, an audio guide allows for independent sightseeing.
Can I cancel my guided tour tickets?
While some guided tour tickets allow cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, others are non-refundable. It's advisable to review the cancellation policy stated on your tickets before booking.
