Meet the driver at a convenient location in the heart of Rome (details will be provided upon booking). Once comfortably seated, depart from Rome and head to Pompeii, the once-thriving Roman city that met its fate in October, AD 79, when Mt. Vesuvius erupted, engulfing the area with burning pyroclastic flow and ash. On this tour, experience a moment of terror frozen in time, with people in death postures and ruins unchanged for nearly 2,000 years. An expert archaeologist guide will lead you through the ancient streets, where perfectly preserved bakeries, shops, stalls, private and communal residences, public baths, and brothels remain. View plaster casts of the unfortunate Pompeiians immortalized on that tragic day.

After the guided tour, proceed to Sorrento, the gateway to the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime view of the Tyrrhenian Sea and picturesque towns nestled into steep, white limestone cliffs. Along the way, stop at the area’s most historic pizzeria, where Giggino and his family have been crafting mouthwatering pizza “by the meter” in a wood-fired oven for over 100 years.

In Sorrento, enjoy free time to stroll around, take in the stunning sea views, explore specialty shops and boutiques, and sample Limoncello, a world-renowned specialty liquor made by local artisans from organic lemons unique to this region. As the afternoon concludes, rejoin the driver for the return journey to Rome.

Points of Interest

• Stazione Roma Termini

• Stazione Napoli Centrale

• Pompeii

• Pompeii Archaeological Park

• Hassle-free experience - we take care of all the details!
• Delicious farm to table light lunch with wine tasting
• Fully guided skip-the-line tour of the lost city of Pompeii in the shadow of Vesuvius
• Round trip high-speed rail from Rome to Naples
• Winery visit and wine tasting are family-friendly

• Gratuities
• Personal extras

The majority of one-day excursions from Rome to Pompeii require 12 or more hours, including 6 to 8 hours of time spent on a constrained bus.

This comprehensive journey via express train offers the peak of ease, luxury, and efficiency. Arrive in Naples within an hour, and then a brief 35-minute coach ride takes us to Pompeii. Here, a knowledgeable local guide will captivate you with a walking tour through this city, ravaged by Mt. Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 A.D.

Wander the ancient stone-paved streets of a city stuck in time, where wonderfully preserved olden bakeries, shops, stalls, homes, public baths, and even brothels still stand! Witness the melancholic plaster casts of the residents of Pompeii, who were permanently captured on that disastrous day by hot ash and volatile gases.

After the guided exploration, you’ll get to sample four wines cultivated in the mineral-rich volcanic soil of Mt. Vesuvius, along with generous servings of antipasti, a main course, and dessert before heading back to Naples for your homeward journey.

• This is the best value by far Rome to Pompeii full day excursion! Max group size: 20
• Due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
• Wine tasting and lunch are family friendly, children are welcome on this tour
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, this tour requires extended periods of walking
• Bring a hat and sunblock during the hot summer months

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