Explore Vesuvio, the giant volcano dominating the Bay of Naples. Drive up 3000 feet through the old crater and then make the final 25 minute hike up to the top, zigzagging along a path of volcanic gravel. Once at the summit, peer into the 700ft deep and 2000ft wide crater of the Vesuvius--both the destroyer and keeper of Pompeii and Herculaneum—and take in unparalleled views of the Peninsula of Sorrento and the islands Capri, Ischia, and ProcidaPompeii is the most stunning archaeological site on the Italian Peninsula and one of the most visited. The ruins of Pompeii are an open air museum where visitors can go back in time and discover a city that had been buried in ashes until 1748. Visitors experience the city much as it existed more than 2000 years ago.Here you will enjoy a two-hour guided visit of this remarkably well-preserved ancient town, where wooden structures, mosaics, and everyday objects survived the eruption, offering an intimate and vivid glimpse into Roman life.
Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius Hike Small-Group from Sorrento
The journey
- 01 Visit Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day
- 02 Guided tours of both archaeological sites with an archaeologist
- 03 Hike to the summit area of Mount Vesuvius
- 04 Look into the crater of the volcano
- 05 Enjoy panoramic views over the Bay of Naples
- 06 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle from Sorrento
- 07 Small-group experience
Discover three of the Bay of Naples’ most compelling sights in one full-day small-group experience from Sorrento. Travel to Pompeii and Herculaneum for guided visits with an archaeologist, exploring remarkably preserved streets, villas, mosaics, frescoes, and everyday objects that bring ancient Roman life vividly into focus.
Then head up Mount Vesuvius, the volcano that shaped the history of both sites. After driving part of the way up, complete the final hike on volcanic gravel to the summit, where you can look into the crater and enjoy sweeping views over the Sorrento Peninsula and the islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida.
At a glance
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Trip details
What's Included
- Air-Conditioned Transportation with Driver, or Driver and English-Speaking Assistant
- 2 hour tour of Pompeii with an Archaeologist
- 2 hour tour of Herculaneum with an Archaeologist
- All taxes, parking, tolls and gasoline
- Small-group tour (maximum 19/21 passengers)
- Semi-Private tour (maximum 12 passengers)
- Private tour (maximum 15 passengers)
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Skip the line Pompeii express entrance tickets to be paid in cash on the day of the tour
- Skip the line Herculaneum entrance tickets to be paid in cash on the day of the tour
- Vesuvius tickets are not included. A link will be sent to purchase skip-the-line tickets (€12, €25 or €30 per person, depending on availability).
Know before you go
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Please note that Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius tickets are non-refundable.
- Please bring a valid ID with you on the day of the tour.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Tourist Bus Parking.
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