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Guide explaining ancient ruins to tourists at Pompeii, Naples.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Visitors in Pompeii on a Guided Tour from Rome
Customer on air-conditioned bus during Herculaneum half-day tour from Naples.
Pompeii Forum ruins with Mount Vesuvius backdrop on guided tour from Naples or Sorrento.
Guide explaining Pompeii victim casts to tourists, with ancient ruins in the background.
A chamber in the Pompeii Ruins
Frescoes in the Interior of the buildings of Pompeii, destroyed by the volcano Vesuvius
Ruins of Pompei
Visitors exploring the ancient amphitheatre ruins in Pompeii, Italy.
Guide explaining ancient ruins to tourists at Pompeii, Naples.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Visitors in Pompeii on a Guided Tour from Rome
Customer on air-conditioned bus during Herculaneum half-day tour from Naples.
Pompeii Forum ruins with Mount Vesuvius backdrop on guided tour from Naples or Sorrento.
Guide explaining Pompeii victim casts to tourists, with ancient ruins in the background.
A chamber in the Pompeii Ruins
Frescoes in the Interior of the buildings of Pompeii, destroyed by the volcano Vesuvius
Ruins of Pompei
Visitors exploring the ancient amphitheatre ruins in Pompeii, Italy.
Guide explaining ancient ruins to tourists at Pompeii, Naples.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Visitors in Pompeii on a Guided Tour from Rome
Customer on air-conditioned bus during Herculaneum half-day tour from Naples.
Pompeii Forum ruins with Mount Vesuvius backdrop on guided tour from Naples or Sorrento.
Guide explaining Pompeii victim casts to tourists, with ancient ruins in the background.
A chamber in the Pompeii Ruins
Frescoes in the Interior of the buildings of Pompeii, destroyed by the volcano Vesuvius
Ruins of Pompei
Visitors exploring the ancient amphitheatre ruins in Pompeii, Italy.
4.4(156)

From Naples: Pompeii Guided Tour with Optional Herculaneum or Vesuvius Visit

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€65.45
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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3 hr. - 8 hr.
Transfers included
Itinerary
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START POINT

Naples

Guests will be picked up from 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

START POINT

Sorrento

Guests will be picked up from Sorrento.

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

END POINT

Sorrento

Guests will be dropped off at Sorrento.

START POINT

Naples

Guests will be picked up from 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

START POINT

Naples

Guests will be picked up from 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

START POINT

Naples

Guests will be picked up from 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

START POINT

Naples

Guests will be picked up from 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.
Temple of Giove ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Pompeii.
Guide explaining Pompeii victim casts to tourists, with ancient ruins in the background.
Ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum with preserved columns and mosaic floors in Naples, Italy.
Remains of House of Neptune in Herculaneum
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius with surrounding landscape near Naples, Italy.
Tourist seated in a comfortable bus during early morning journey to Chichen Itza.
Tourists exploring ancient ruins in Pompeii under a clear blue sky on a full-day tour from Naples.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on a Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Tourists reading the information about the ruins of Pompeii, Naples
Visitors exploring the ancient basilica ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
Temple of Giove ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Pompeii.
Guide explaining Pompeii victim casts to tourists, with ancient ruins in the background.
Ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum with preserved columns and mosaic floors in Naples, Italy.
Remains of House of Neptune in Herculaneum
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius with surrounding landscape near Naples, Italy.
Tourist seated in a comfortable bus during early morning journey to Chichen Itza.
Tourists exploring ancient ruins in Pompeii under a clear blue sky on a full-day tour from Naples.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on a Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Tourists reading the information about the ruins of Pompeii, Naples
Visitors exploring the ancient basilica ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
Temple of Giove ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Pompeii.
Guide explaining Pompeii victim casts to tourists, with ancient ruins in the background.
Ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum with preserved columns and mosaic floors in Naples, Italy.
Remains of House of Neptune in Herculaneum
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius with surrounding landscape near Naples, Italy.
Tourist seated in a comfortable bus during early morning journey to Chichen Itza.
Tourists exploring ancient ruins in Pompeii under a clear blue sky on a full-day tour from Naples.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on a Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Tourists reading the information about the ruins of Pompeii, Naples
Visitors exploring the ancient basilica ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
3.3(59)

From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip

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€119
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
8 hr.
  • Experience a full day of adventure and history as you gain entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park.
  • Round-trip transfers from your hotel in either Pompeii or Naples, an expert driver, and a carefully curated route allow you to make the most of your trip.
  • Benefit from a multilingual audio guide and map of Pompeii, followed by a visit to the homes and public spaces of the smaller city of Herculaneum.
  • At Mount Vesuvius, you’ll climb to the active crater along with a volcanic guide, and find a thriving wine industry on its fertile slopes!
  • Experience a full day of adventure and history as you gain entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park.
  • Round-trip transfers from your hotel in either Pompeii or Naples, an expert driver, and a carefully curated route allow you to make the most of your trip.
  • Benefit from a multilingual audio guide and map of Pompeii, followed by a visit to the homes and public spaces of the smaller city of Herculaneum.
  • At Mount Vesuvius, you’ll climb to the active crater along with a volcanic guide, and find a thriving wine industry on its fertile slopes!

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
  • Tip: Don’t miss Herculaneum's boathouses, holding the skeletal remains of those who tried to escape the eruption by sea.
  • While Pompeii and Herculaneum are wheelchair and stroller accessible, the climb up Mount Vesuvius is not.
  • Unfortunately, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Guided tour of Mount Vesuvius is…

expert local guide

✔️ With a local expert

Explore Mount Vesuvius with a local expert to understand its secrets, tragic stories and geology better.

minus the crowds

✔️ Minus the crowds

Navigate your visit to Mount Vesuvius with a peaceful experience away from the crowds.

helpful

✔️ 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.

immersive

✔️ 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.

pompeii

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?

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.
interests

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.

What to expect on a Mount Vesuvius guided tour?

Starting from either Pompeii or Naples, you’ll have round-trip transfer options. Hike up to the summit of Vesuvius through the national park, where you’ll get jaw-dropping views of the Bay of Naples, its islands, and the lava flows from the last eruption.

Your guide’s insights bring the volcano’s history to life, explaining its dramatic eruptions and their impact. You can also choose to explore the nearby ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, both UNESCO World Heritage sites frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption. Seeing the casts of people and animals preserved in volcanic ash is a haunting and fascinating glimpse into ancient Roman life.

Aside from checking out the incredibly preserved artifacts, you’ll wander through ancient streets, lavish villas, and colorful frescoes that give you a peek into Roman society. It’s an immersive journey through history and nature that makes visiting Mount Vesuvius a unique experience.

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.