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Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius Tour with Guided Visit, Tickets & Lunch

Sorrento, Italyby Buyourtour di Amo Italy Travel

  • 9 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Up to 100 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable full-day experience starting from Sorrento or Naples to discover the wonders of Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. This unique adventure begins with a visit to the world-famous excavations of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Accompanied by an expert, authorized guide, you will explore the fascinating ruins, where time seems frozen. Walk through ancient streets and admire the remarkably well-preserved remains of houses, baths, bakeries, and stunning frescoes, learning the story of the city’s tragic yet captivating past. After immersing yourself in history, take a break and enjoy a delicious light lunch at a typical local resturant The journey continues with a visit to Mount Vesuvius. A hike up the slopes will lead you to the crater’s edge, where you’ll meet a professional mountain guide who will share the volcano’s history and secrets. Stand at 1,280 meters above sea level and peek inside the crater while enjoying breathtaking views over the Gulf of Naples.

What's included

  • Air-conditioned minibus
  • Authorized official English speaking guide
  • Headphones for all passengers in Pompeii
  • Pick-up from our meeting point
  • Light Lunch in a typical local restaurant
  • Skip the line entrance tickets to Pompeii
  • Entry ticket to the Vesuvius National Park (€ 11,68 p.p.)

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Archaeological Park of Pompeii

      2 hours

      The ruins of Pompeii are a vast archaeological site in the southern Campania region, near the coast of the Gulf of Naples. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The preserved site features remain of excavated streets and houses that visitors can freely explore.

    2. 2

      Foro de Pompeya

      10 min

      The Civil Forum represents the center of the daily life of the city, all the main public buildings for the administration of the city and justice, for the management of business, for commercial activities, such as markets, overlook it, in addition to the main places of city worship.

    3. 3

      Tempio di Giove Capitolino

      10 min

      The Temple of Jupiter dominates the northern side of the Forum. With the three cult statues of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, which imitated those of the Capitolium in Rome, placed on a high base, so as to make them visible to those passing through the Forum square.

    4. 4

      Via dell’Abbondanza

      10 min

      Via dell'Abbondanza is one of the main streets of the ancient city of Pompeii, in Campania, which connected the Forum with the Amphitheatre.

    5. 5

      Macellum

      10 min

      The Macellum consists of a tuff Quadri-porticus with a hall for worship in an elevated position on the eastern side, in line with the entrance. The Macellum of Pompeii was nothing more than the city market where people could buy food.

    6. 6

      Lupanar

      10 min

      The brothel of Pompeii, with its erotic paintings. The prostitutes in the brothel were mostly Greek and Oriental slaves.

    7. 7

      Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

      10 min

      The Stabian Baths are an ancient Roman bathing complex in Pompeii, Italy, the oldest and the largest of the five public baths in the city.

    8. 8

      Teatro Grande

      10 min

      In the Large Theatre they represented comedies and tragedies of Greek-Roman tradition. The theatre was the first large public building completely freed from the deposits of the eruption.

    9. 9

      Pompeii

      1 hour

      Typical light lunch at a typical local restaurant

    10. 10

      Vesuvius National Park

      1 hour

      Visit the majestic Mount Vesuvius and immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors while admiring the entire Gulf of Naples.The path to the top may be uneven and challenging at times, but every step will be rewarded with breathtaking views and the thrill of standing on one of the world’s most iconic volcanoes. After its devastating eruption, the volcano was named after Vulcan, the Roman god of fire and metal, forever linking its dramatic history to ancient mythology.

    Meeting and pickup

    This is the meeting point in Sorrento on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday (Please choose the Sorrento Departure's Option). See you 08:15 am c/o Achille Lauro Parking, close Info Point area

    This is the meeting point in Naples (Please choose the Naples Departure's Option)

    This is the meeting point in Sorrento (Please choose the Sorrento Departure's Option)

    End point

    This is the meeting point in Sorrento on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday (Please choose the Sorrento Departure's Option). See you 08:15 am c/o Achille Lauro Parking, close Info Point area

    This is the meeting point in Naples (Please choose the Naples Departure's Option)

    This is the meeting point in Sorrento (Please choose the Sorrento Departure's Option)

    Good to know

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    • The tour can be operated by a multilingual guide
    • The duration and times of the itinerary may vary due to local traffic conditions or other circumstances
    • In case Mount Vesuvius is closed due to bad weather, a partial refund for the tour will be provided as an alternative.
    • This experience will take place only in favorable weather conditions. In case of cancellation due to bad weather, you can choose between another date or a full refund.
    • Wear comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen in the summer.

    Cancellation policy

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

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