Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius full-day excursion from Rome

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Embark on a full-day tour from Rome to the renowned sites of Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, travelling comfortably by high-speed train. Set off independently from Roma Termini with your round-trip tickets for a seamless journey to Naples, where your driver will be ready to greet you.From there, start your adventure towards Mount Vesuvius, the infamous volcano that dramatically shaped the region's history. Climb its slopes and enjoy a scenic hike to the edge of the crater, where you'll be treated to magnificent views over the Bay of Naples.Continue with a guided tour of Pompeii, skipping the long queues to delve straight into the heart of this ancient city. Stroll through remarkably preserved streets, appreciate vivid frescoes, and explore temples, homes, and theatres.After a day steeped in history and awe-inspiring landscapes, you'll be dropped off in Naples, where you can independently catch your return train to Rome, wrapping up a smooth and enlightening experience.
Highlights
- A highlight is the opportunity to climb the slopes of Mount Vesuvius
- A guided tour of Pompeii allows you to bypass the lengthy queues
- You'll explore places that narrate life before the eruption in 79 AD
- It includes comfortable transport by train and air-conditioned minibus
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Activity package
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
11 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Guided tour
- Audio-guided tour
- Roundtrip transportation
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Train ticket
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where you'll meet
Scan your train tickets at Rome Termini Station and board your high-speed train to Naples. Get off at Naples Central Station and meet your guide holding an Askos Tours sign outside Starhotels Terminus in Piazza Garibaldi, opposite Napoli Centrale.
Operated by
ASKOS SRL
Important information
Accessibility:
* Not accessible to people with mobility issues, wheelchairs or strollers
* Not suitable for children under 6 years of age
Know in advance:
* At Pompeii ruins, travellers will be provided with 'Pompei Express' ticket
* Vesuvius entry ticket: € 11,68/adult
* If Mount Vesuvius is closed due to bad weather or other reasons, a visit to Herculaneum will be offered as an alternative
* It includes a 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii in English and a 1.5-hour Vesuvius tour with a multilingual audio guide
* Train tickets are sent the day before the tour to the email address and phone number provided at checkout
* Please note that it may not always be possible to accommodate luggage on the minibus
* The tour takes place rain or shine
Remember to bring:
* Passport and/or ID is mandatory as it might be requested at the entrance to the Pompeii ruins
* Please wear comfortable shoes, and bring sunglasses, sunscreen, a raincoat or small umbrella