Mt Vesuvius Tour: Explore Pompeii and Herculaneum

Mount Vesuvius, responsible for the devastation of Pompeii and Herculaneum in AD 79, stands over the Bay of Naples as a picturesque yet quietly threatening presence.

Halted by the violent eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79, Herculaneum and Pompeii provide an unparalleled glimpse into what Roman life would have been approximately 2,000 years ago.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pompeii Archaeological Park - You will meet a licensed guide at the main gate in Pompeii, after purchasing tickets, the tour begins and you will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.
What's Included
  • Bottled water included
  • Dedicated driver for transportation
  • Tickets to Pompeii and Herculaneum (optional)
  • Expert guidance available (optional)
  • Convenient pickup and drop-off service
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Tickets at Mount Vesuvius
Additional Information
  • If passenger are on a Cruise ship, at time of booking, They must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Dress code is casual
Location
Pompeii Archaeological Park
Porta Marina (via Villa dei Misteri)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Gregory_r
Dec 15, 2024
Timely pickup,... - Timely pickup, comfortable travel, an educational experience tailored to the guests wants. This was not a scripted tour delivered to a smaller audience. Antonio knew how to read his audience and knew how to work around the crowds. Every question you poised affected Antonio's guidance and the information he shared. If you are looking for a private tour, your biggest concern will most likely be not wanting to be subject to the speed and interest of a crowd. Many of the tours we've taken are merely that same generic tour focused on a smaller group. Antonio did not find himself burdened to stick to a script and a time schedule. He was there to give us the experience we wanted. Let's face it, that will different for everyone. I believe Antonio will not disappoint. Thank you Antonio.
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Jecksme
Dec 14, 2024
Can't recommend Antonino enough 🌋 - The highlight of our trip has been touring Pompeii and Herculaneum with Antonino. He is very friendly and knowledgeable and was very quick to answer any of our questions and tailor the tour to focus on the things we wanted to see most. His enthusiasm for ancient Romans and their way of life is truly inspiring and made the day even more special. He was even kind enough to offer us a Pizzeria recommendation on our way back. We hope to return and book with Antonino again.
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Tom_g
Dec 6, 2024
Amazing tour! - Antonino was an incredible guide and my wife and I had the best day touring the two sites - Pompeii and Herculaneum. We highly recommend this!
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Graeme_c
Nov 28, 2024
Fantastic day trip - This was an absolutely fantastic day trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum. We were a bit pushed fir time so Antonio adapted to our schedule to meet our requirements. Antonio also work brilliantly with our daughter who has Downs and adjusted to our requirements perfectly. All of this and he was also extremely knowledgeable and informative. I would highly recommend a tour with Antonio to anyone.
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Taylor_s
Nov 16, 2024
Highlight of the trip! - This was an amazing experience, the highlight of our whole two-week four-city Italy trip. Antonino is a great guide, both in the logistics (arranging pickup beforehand, etc) but especially in showing us and telling us about the three locations. He's very knowledgeable about the history - he answered all of our follow-up questions without hesitation - and he also did a great job making the material fun and engaging. He used the ruins (and a few pre-prepared images he brought) to paint a great picture of life in Pompeii and Herculaneum before the eruption, as well as what happened during the eruption, and how the ruins have been handled by archaeologists since. P.S. Seeing all three of these sites is absolutely worth it - there's a bit more to see in Pompeii in total, but Herculaneum is better preserved (and gives you a contrast with Pompeii), and Vesuvius is breathtaking.
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Andrea_ce_y
Nov 12, 2024
A once in a lifetime experience! - We were already excited to see Pompeii and Herculaneum, but Antonino really brought the experience to life. We were also a bit worried about having our baby with us, but the day went off seamlessly. An absolutely brilliant day and one of our most memorable travel experiences. Thank you!
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Andrea_y
Nov 12, 2024
Once in a lifetime experience - We were already excited to see Pompeii and Herculaneum, but Antonino really brought the experience to life. We were also a bit worried about having our baby with us, but the day went off seamlessly. An absolutely brilliant day and one of our most memorable travel experiences. Thank you!
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Matthewo12345
Nov 10, 2024
Excellent trip and guide - Antonino was an excellent guide. He explained the sites very well, was an excellent driver, and was very polite and informative. 10/10 we would definitely book another trip with Antonino.
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Matthew_o
Nov 10, 2024
Excellent trip and guide - Antonino was an excellent guide. He explained the sites very well, was an excellent driver, and was very polite and informative. 10/10 we would definitely book another trip with Antonino.
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Tristen_w
Nov 4, 2024
Worth every penny! - Worth every penny! Antonino was amazing! Friendly, informative and entertaining. Helped us avoid overly crowded spots to ensure we got the most of every stop. 10/10 would recommend!
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