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Pompeii & Vesuvius: Rome Day Trip Adventure
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5,865 Ratings
Roma
Embark on a thrilling day trip from Rome to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. Hike up the volcano for stunning views, then explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii and learn about its tragic history.
Embark on a thrilling day trip from Rome to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. Hike up the volcano for stunning views, then explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii and learn about its tragic history.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- City Wonders - Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy’s heart with our exclusive day trip to Pompeii from Rome. No visit to Italy is truly complete without exploring the mysteries of the tragic city of Pompeii, and we’ve designed the perfect adventure for you.
- Pompeii Archaeological Park - Forget about the hassle of entrance tickets…
- City Wonders - Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy’s heart with our exclusive day trip to Pompeii from Rome. No visit to Italy is truly complete without exploring the mysteries of the tragic city of Pompeii, and we’ve designed the perfect adventure for you.
- Pompeii Archaeological Park - Forget about the hassle of entrance tickets and lines. Your personal archaeologist will guide you through the ancient streets, unveiling the secrets of Pompeii’s preserved homes, baths, food stores, and outdoor theaters. Unlike a museum, here you’ll step directly into the heart of ancient life.
- Ercolano - This tour includes an exceptional lunch experience at an authentic Italian restaurant with panoramic views of the Bay of Naples. Enjoy a delightful all-inclusive meal featuring traditional pizza, an appetizer, and dessert, offering a taste of authentic Italian cuisine. Recharge for the journey to Vesuvius that lies ahead.
- Vesuvius National Park - Continue your journey with an ascent to Mt. Vesuvius, an active volcano offering breathtaking views of Capri and Sorrento. At Vesuvius, choose between an invigorating hike to the renowned crater or opt for a more leisurely naturalistic walk with a professional geologist, revealing the hidden wonders of the Vesuvius landscape.
What's Included
- Round-trip transport from Rome in a private, air-conditioned coach
- Entrance ticket to Pompeii Archeological site
- Official, licensed, English-speaking guide in Pompeii
- Entry ticket to Mt. Vesuvius national park
- Hike atop Mt. Vesuvius (if Cone Hike option selected)
- Scenic Walking Tour of Vesuvius area with Geologist (If Vesuvius Geologist Walk…
- Round-trip transport from Rome in a private, air-conditioned coach
- Entrance ticket to Pompeii Archeological site
- Official, licensed, English-speaking guide in Pompeii
- Entry ticket to Mt. Vesuvius national park
- Hike atop Mt. Vesuvius (if Cone Hike option selected)
- Scenic Walking Tour of Vesuvius area with Geologist (If Vesuvius Geologist Walk option selected)
- English-speaking tour leader for the day
- 3-course lunch with pizza at an authentic Naples Restaurant
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Set off on a captivating day excursion from Rome to discover the historic ruins of Pompeii and the awe-inspiring Mt. Vesuvius. Immerse yourself in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pompeii with the guidance of an expert, and savor a delicious 3-course meal, all while taking in the stunning vistas of the Bay of Naples. Tailor your adventure by opting for…
Set off on a captivating day excursion from Rome to discover the historic ruins of Pompeii and the awe-inspiring Mt. Vesuvius. Immerse yourself in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pompeii with the guidance of an expert, and savor a delicious 3-course meal, all while taking in the stunning vistas of the Bay of Naples. Tailor your adventure by opting for an exciting hike up the volcano or a relaxed exploration with a geologist.
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM ALL PASSENGERS: You MUST provide all passenger names at the time of booking in order to visit Mount Vesuvius or you may be refused entry.
- During summer months in rare cases of inclement weather or strikes, the crater of Vesuvius may be closed to visitors, therefore, if this is the case, it is replaced with a visit to Positano where you will get free time to explore the city.
- Please be advised that in the case of events beyond our control, we may need to adjust our itinerary to ensure the safety, quality, and satisfaction of your travel experience.
- While our day trips are typically of a fixed duration, external factors may occasionally extend tour times slightly. We appreciate your understanding and planning as we strive to provide you with the best possible experience.
- If you have any dietary restrictions, please inform us at the time of booking and remind your guide on the day of your tour.
- Children under the age of 18 might be requested to show their ID card at the entrance of the site, so please bring it with you on the tour
- The hike up to the crater of Vesuvius requires a good level of general fitness. The walk is uphill at a 14 degree angle and takes roughly 20 minutes.
Location
Piazza del Popolo
At the center of Piazza del Popolo, by the large fountain with the lions and the obelisk. The nearest metro stop is Flaminio (Line A).
Our City Wonders coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets to be easily recognizable at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jennifer_v
Dec 31, 2024
Fabulous day trip with a Great Guide - Laura was a fabulous narrator of Italian history as we rode the bus to Vesuvius and Pompei. She was a great communicator, full of interesting information. A top-notch guid -- and the trip was well worth waking up early for!
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Michael_j
Dec 26, 2024
Very Educational - start off getting a the bus very early in the morning, John our tour guide did a fantastic job explaining the city to us on the way out of town, we stopped at a shop to get coffee, I got tea and it was a bit over priced and too hot burned myself, then continued to Pompeii, we were then transferred to a tour guide and he was very good, me and my buddy got lost cause we were taking pictures, got back to our hotel around 830pm was very nice not having to plan a whole day
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Nadia_s
Dec 18, 2024
Long day that is well worth the trip. - Pompeii and Positano in one day was tiring but so worth it since we were limited on time. Both are a must see. Valentina was a great guide and the restaurant she recommended was a bit of a dump (bathrooms were horrifying and patio furniture all broken and covered in dirt) but somehow they had THE BEST Margarita Pizza we have ever had. Traffic coming back was awful but it Positano was well worth the trip out there. Pompeii should be on everyone’s bucket list!
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Eileen_m
Oct 25, 2024
A very organized tour - A very organized tour.. with experienced toru guides and a very carefyl bus driver that took care of the whole group. The time managed in the palces visited is maximed to make the most of it. The places are very beautiful and pompeya extremely interesting. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Andrew_m
Oct 2, 2024
Had an excellent tour... - Had an excellent tour with Alberto, he was knowledgeable and made the tour very fun and interesting. Would definitely recommend doing this while in Rome
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Anna_k
Sep 30, 2024
Our trip from Rome to... - Our trip from Rome to Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii was incredible! Climbing Mount Vesuvius offered stunning views, and exploring Pompeii was a fascinating dive into history. The tour was well-organized, and our guide was knowledgeable, bringing the ancient ruins of Pompeii to life with detailed stories. We covered a lot in one day, and the experience was both educational and memorable. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see these historic sites!
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Tanya_k
Feb 3, 2025
Pack your own lunch and portable charger! - Francesco was a great driver, kept us on schedule despite a 35-40 min delay on the road due to some crash / fire that caused the roads to be blocked / traffic to be slowed.
Pompei was a great visit, would recommend to folks to do this tour.
I was a bit disappointed in the Amalfi portion of the tour - it's advertised as 2 hours in Positano, however that includes a shuttle to and from the main bus to get to the beach, and a 15 min walk to the beach with the group. In total you get 1 hour 5 mins of solo time (as that was what we got). I suspect this was reduced because of our road delays and the tour guide Viviana wanted to get us back on time, but it felt rushed in Positano.
Lunch was a bit chaotic - In pompeii you get divided into 2 groups split across 2 pompeii guides, so each guide group might come back at a different time. Our group of 25 arrived back at 2:02 and we were told to be back in the bus by 2:15. 13 mins for lunch feels a bit short, as you need to use the restroom, buy a souvenir and buy lunch in that 13 min window, so that you can eat in the bus. Our earlier rest breaks for coffee was also 15 mins while going to pompeii and 15 mins in the evening on the way back.
Advice to travellers - you will take a million photos and its a long day, so carry a portable charger. The bus doesn't have usb ports or charging ports, and most of our bus was low on battery. The driver francesco was very kind and allowed me to charge my phone near his phone outlet, as I was down to 10% with just taking photos and not using my phone for anything else that day.
Would also recommend packing your own lunch and snacks - pompeii and positano are beautiful. Maybe next time i'll base myself at Naples do be able to do it more justice and more time spent there than an hour in positano.
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Helen_b
Feb 3, 2025
Pompeii and Positano - Fantastic tour guide Patrizia, and driver too. Absolutely lived Pompeii and our guide was very knowledgeable.
Positano was beautiful but being out of season, no cafes, restaurants or shops were open, so really not worth the visit at this time of year.
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Randy_c
Sep 30, 2024
The bus was on time and... - The bus was on time and our driver Antonio the best. The trip was fun, Pompeii and Vesuvius incredible. One thing though, we could have used more time at both. Instead we stopped after Vesuvius at a lemoncello store for a long sales pitch which we neither wanted nor asked for. Still, a nice, if long, day.
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Gina_m
Oct 6, 2024
Long day, Pompeii, very crowded and rushed, the soup is nice. - The best part was meeting other people. Other than that, it was very crowded and a lot of bus time and quite rushed at Pompeii.
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