Naples Archaeology Tour: Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vesuvius

Embark on a private tour of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius to explore ancient cities and witness the power of a dangerous volcano. Walk the streets of the ruins and enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace. Book your tickets in advance for a seamless experience.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Parco Archeologico di Ercolano - Herculaneum: The Hidden Treasure of the Ancient World
    Herculaneum, though smaller than Pompeii, is an extraordinary archaeological site preserved by the volcanic mud from Mount Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 AD. Discovered in 1709, the initial excavations revealed stunning marble statues and decorations, leading to the…
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes: Included in the service cost, with no hidden charges.
  • Live Commentary Onboard: Engaging commentary provided on board to enrich your travel experience.
  • English-Speaking Driver: A professional, English-speaking driver to assist throughout the tour.
  • Fresh Water Onboard – Stay hydrated with a bottle of water for each participant….
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Tickets to the Sites: Not included in the tour price.
  • Multilingual Commentary: Non-English/Italian commentary may be arranged if available.
  • Additional Costs for Optional Activities: Any extra activities will incur additional fees.
  • Guide or Audio Guide: On request, subject to availability. Contact us for details.
Additional Information

Embark on a private day tour from Naples to explore Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius, and Pompeii, where ancient history meets natural beauty.
Herculaneum: Discover the remarkably preserved streets of Herculaneum, once a luxurious getaway for Roman aristocrats. Marvel at the vibrant mosaics, visit ancient villas, and experience the unique allure of this…

Location
Parco Acheologico di Ercolano
Corso Resina, 187
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Joshua_s
Jun 27, 2025
Everything Vesuvius in one day - This was my favorite excursion so far on our 11 day cruise. Getting to see Herculaneum first then hiking Vesuvius and wrapping the day up walking through the ruins of Pompeii. We had plenty of time for all 3 activities and time for a sit down lunch. No other excursion did all 3, that we could find and our driver Joseph and guide Mary made everything so smooth.
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H0nnip
Jun 25, 2025
Stop Looking and Book This Tour! - Our full day tour was incredible! The company even picked us up at a different port when our cruise ship changed its itinerary. They were extremely accommodating with our large group of 11. Rosita was an amazing guide with a wealth of knowledge and passion for the area and its history. 100% would recommend booking with this company!
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Rebeccasp5480bn
Jun 25, 2025
A great personalized day tour! - Our four-person family group had a great experience on our tour! Vinny picked us up at our hotel right on time, managed our schedule all day, gave us recommendations in response to special requests during the tour, and modified our schedule as needed to accommodate those requests. For example, we asked for a suggestion for a lunch spot, and Vinny made arrangements for us to do a tour and lunch at a beautiful winery near Pompeii, which was a lovely bonus to the day. It was wonderful not having to worry about logistics getting between the sites or coordinating our tickets, and having a cool and quiet car to relax in throughout the day. Two minor things to note that deviated from what the company told us at booking: (1) we were told that tickets for Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius were included in our price, but day-of we were told Herculaneum tickets were not included and we needed to buy them ourselves; and (2) we were told that we could pay the final balance day-of by credit card or cash, but day-of we were told it was cash only.
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Aryane_b
Jun 18, 2025
Informative trip - Luca, our driver/guide, was an expert on the Roman history of Ercolano, Vesuvius and Pompeii. We chose not to do the climb to the crater and we really appreciated that Luca would slow down or make a quick stop just for us to be able to take nice photos. That was a big plus! He is an Italian by heart and soul, he made our trip more immersive.
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Betsy_b
May 2, 2025
Great day! Beats a bus tour! - If you only have a day, this is the way to see and experience three amazing sites. Worry free and easy. Our driver, Luca, was great at getting us to Herculeneaum (2 hours) Vesuvius (90 minutes) and Pompeii (2 hours). And back to Naples! One thing to note is that this service is only for a driver. Admission is on your own (except they were able to get us tickets to walk up Vesuvius, which we were unable to get on our own). And no guided tours are included. Something else to consider. We used a self guided tour for Herculeneaum. Vesuvius was self explanatory. Wish we had a guide for Pompeii. Downloaded site’s app, but not too helpful. And two hours wasn’t long enough!
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Cruiser823415
May 2, 2025
Mario for President ! - One can see Naples Pompeī, Ercolano, Vesuvio, on various tours BUT without Mario as your driver and semi guide , you will not have a exceptional trip with great stories and fantastic atmosphere . Super Mario Geazie Mille !
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Ruta777
May 2, 2025
Perfect tour! - Driver and guide Mario was the best! Excellent tour, perfectly planned! Perfect timing, everything clear and explained. Interesting stories. And fun all the time. Grazie milke!
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Burtourist
Jan 3, 2025
Great private Tour - Organizing the tour was pretty easy, with quick answers from different lady employees. Driver Cesare who came to pick us up was even a few minutes early. Nice experience. Cesare gave us good explanations, and was very quick to pick us up after we visited Pompeii resp. after we returned from the peak of Vesuvio. As a summary, all in all a very positive experience, to be recommended.
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Globetrotting813931
Dec 27, 2024
Fantastic one day! - Kind, cheerful and friendly driver with informative talks on the local spots. I can recommend this one to my friends who have plan to visit Napoli.
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Barbara_j
Jan 20, 2025
Great driver but no tours - This is a car service that took me to all 3 places, but I had to arrange my own tours. The driver was wonderful and willing to drive to all 3 in what ever order I wanted, not what was planned.
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From $577 (Per Vehicle)
up to 8 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).