Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Lunch

4.8(45)12 hoursEnglishBook 3 hours aheadRome, Italy

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$129

Explore the haunting remnants of Pompeii and ascend the iconic Mt. Vesuvius on this comprehensive full-day tour from Rome. With a licensed archaeologist, wander through ancient streets, observing how life stood still in 79 AD. After lunch, embark on a guided hike with a volcanologist who will share insights into the volcano's explosive history and the breathtaking views it offers. Round-trip transportation and all entry fees are included, making this the ideal choice for history buffs and adventure seekers alike.

- Full-day tour from Rome includes guided exploration of Pompeii - Licensed archaeologist provides expert insights into ancient Roman life - Hike Mt. Vesuvius with a volcanologist and enjoy stunning views - Enjoy lunch on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius - Comfortable coach transport and all entry fees included

Expert English-speaking tour leader for the day
Comfortable, air-conditioned round-trip coach transport from Rome
Skip-the-line access to Pompeii ruins
Access ticket to Vesuvius crater (if option selected)
Three-course Neapolitan lunch at Ristorante Kona
Licensed archaeologist guide in Pompeii
Guided volcanic walk led by a volcanologist on Mt. Vesuvius

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2 options

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What you'll do

Piazza del Popolo
Rome, Italy
Meet your guide in the heart of Rome and board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach. Settle in for a scenic 2.5-hour drive south along Italy's Highway of the Sun.
3 hours
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
Via Plinio, 26, Pompeii, Italy
Use pre-reserved tickets and step straight into the remarkably preserved streets of Pompeii with your licensed archaeologist guide. Wander past bakeries, bathhouses, and grand villas frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of 79 AD, learning how Romans lived nearly 2,000 years ago.
1h 30mAdmission included
Before hiking, pause on the slopes of Mt
Vesuvius for a multi-course meal featuring authentic pizza, local appetizers, and dessert. This atmospheric stop offers sweeping views of the coastline and provides the perfect fuel for your upcoming mountain ascent.
1 hour
Vesuvius National Park
Via Palazzo Del Principe, Ottaviano, Italy
Led by an expert volcanologist, you'll climb amid the dramatic landscape of the volcano itself. Discover layers of hardened lava, spot former steam vents, and take in sweeping views of the Bay of Naples while learning about the area's explosive geological history.
1h 30mAdmission included
Piazza del Popolo
Rome, Italy
Board your coach for the scenic three-hour drive back to Rome. Relax and reflect on the ancient history and volcanic power you've witnessed as the countryside rolls by.
4 min

Meeting and pickup

3 locations

Pickup details

Please arrive 15 minutes early. The meeting point is Piazzale Flaminio 20 - in front of Pizza Dolce Cucina Pizza, under the trees. It is a 2-minute walk from Flaminio Metro Station and Viale Washington (bus area). Look for our friendly staff in red, holding a bright red with company sign!