Phlegraean Fields – “Burning Fields” Day Tour with Lakeside Lunch

8 Hours Round trip from Stazione Marittima Moderate pace

View all 6 photos

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the volcanic landscapes of the Phlegraean Fields
02 Visit three or four archaeological and geological sites in one day
03 Possible stops include Cumae, Baia, Piscina Mirabilis, and the Flavian Amphitheatre
04 Enjoy a panoramic tour through lakes and craters of the region
05 Learn about Greek myths, Roman history, and Christian heritage
06 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver and English-speaking guide

Discover the Phlegraean Fields, a fascinating volcanic landscape northwest of Naples where mythology, archaeology, and natural wonders come together. Revered in ancient epic poetry and long associated with geothermal activity, this remarkable region is home to crater lakes, mineral springs, and some of southern Italy’s most evocative historical sites.

Over the course of a full-day excursion, you’ll explore three or four key locations in the area, with possible visits including the Flavian Amphitheatre, the Temple of Serapide, the Acropolis of Cumae and the Oracle of the Sybil, the Baths of the Emperors in Baia, the Castle of Baia and its Archaeological Museum, Piscina Mirabilis, and the lakes and craters of the Phlegraean Fields. With private transport and an English-speaking guide included, this is an enriching way to experience one of Italy’s most storied landscapes.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Naples, Bacoli, Cumae

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

In one full day tour we visit three or four of the listed below sites and we enjoy a panoramic tour of this wonderful volcanic area. Flavian Amphitheatre and its undergrounds-(Closed on Tuesdays) Temple of Serapide Acropolis of the Ancient Greek city of Cumae and Oracle of the Sybil Baths of the Emperors in Baia-(Closed on Mondays) Castle of Baia and its Archaeological Museum of the Phlegraean Fields-(Closed on Mondays and every other day after 1PM) Admirable Pool-Piscina Mirabilis Lakes and Craters of the Phlegraean Fields

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Minivan,Driver and English-speaking Guide for the entire excursion for groups of 6-7 people
Minibus,Driver and English-speaking Guide for the entire excursion for groups of 8-19 people
Air conditioned vehicles
All taxes, parking, tolls and gasoline

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
All inclusive circuit entrance fee € 10 Per Person

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
In one full day tour we visit three or four of the listed below sites and we enjoy a panoramic tour of this wonderful volcanic area.

Logistics