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Pompeii & Vesuvius

A journey through history and nature on the slopes of Europe's most famous volcano: the excavations of Pompeii and the climb to the crater of Vesuvius, all in one day.

  • 8 h
  • Just your group, up to 8 people
  • English
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  • No online payment: we confirm availability
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before (entry tickets already issued excluded)

Activity highlights

“Pompeii & Vesuvius” is a private tour with driver and takes about 8 h. It costs from €405 per vehicle, not per person, in a sedan for up to 3 people, with driver, fuel, tolls and parking included; the exact price depends on start, finish and date. Stops and visiting time: Pompeii archaeological park (3 h) and Vesuvius crater (1 h 45). Entrance tickets are not included: about €32 per person in total. You walk about 5 km over the day (moderate physical effort). When to go? April–May and September–October: Pompeii has no shade and in August the paving radiates heat, while in winter the crater closes in the early afternoon.

Pompeii: a UNESCO site with over 44 hectares of excavations and the famous plaster casts
Climb to the crater of Vesuvius with views over Naples, Capri and the Sorrento Peninsula
History and nature in a single day, on the slopes of the volcano that changed everything
Private tour, just for your group, for an intimate, unhurried experience
Dedicated driver with pickup and return from the selected meeting point

Full description

Pickup is at the time and meeting point you choose when booking. Your driver will greet you with a name sign and organise the day so that no time is wasted at any stop. The tour is private: only your group is on board.

The excavations of Pompeii

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most visited archaeological sites on earth, Pompeii is the Roman city stopped forever by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Walking its paved streets is a breathtaking experience: the forum, the theatres, the baths, the bakeries, the frescoed houses and the famous plaster casts of the bodies of the Pompeians caught unawares bring the daily life of two thousand years ago back with rare intensity.

With over 44 hectares of excavations, the site is so vast that every visit reveals something new. A place that speaks for itself, with nothing to add.

Vesuvius National Park

After Pompeii you climb the slopes of the only active volcano on mainland Europe. A walk of roughly 30 minutes on an unpaved trail leads to the rim of the crater, where the view opens onto the Bay of Naples, Capri, the Sorrento Peninsula and — on the clearest days — as far as the Aeolian Islands.

Standing on the edge of the crater that destroyed Pompeii in 79 AD is a moment of rare clarity: history and nature meet at a single point. The perfect way to close the day.

Comfortable clothing and hiking shoes are recommended. Entrance tickets for Vesuvius must be purchased in advance.

Itinerary

  1. Departure
    Pickup at the chosen time from the selected meeting point
  2. Excavations of Pompeii
    Forum, theatres, baths, shops and plaster casts
  3. Vesuvius National Park
    Walk to the crater (~30 min on an unpaved trail)
  4. Return
    Expected in the late afternoon

Prices

The price is per vehicle, not per person, and depends on where you start, where you finish and the date: work it out in the booking box.

Included in the price: driver, fuel, tolls and parking.

Entrance tickets not included: Pompeii archaeological site €20, Vesuvius crater €12. About €32 per person in total. Meals, tastings and optional entrances are paid separately.

Prices updated on October 30, 2026

Practical information

Entrance tickets (not included)
  • Pompeii archaeological park20 €
  • Vesuvius crater12 € · booking required

Indicative total: 32 € per person

Full-price entry to the archaeological park. Free for EU citizens under 18. Online booking with a time slot is compulsory.

Third-party prices, indicative, last checked in September 2026.

Time at each stop
  • Pompeii archaeological park3 h
  • Vesuvius crater1 h 45
How much walking

5 km · Moderate physical effort — At Pompeii you walk about 3 km on uneven, unshaded Roman paving. From the car park at 1,000 m to the crater rim it is 860 m of gravel with roughly 140 m of ascent — about half an hour of steady climbing.

When to go

April–May and September–October: Pompeii has no shade and in August the paving radiates heat, while in winter the crater closes in the early afternoon.

The same itinerary by public transport

Circumvesuviana from Naples to Pompei Scavi in about 40 minutes for €3.20, with the station at the Porta Marina entrance. For the crater you then take the local bus up to the car park at 1,000 m, about €10-12 return and forty minutes of hairpins, with sparse departures and the last one back in the early afternoon.

When it genuinely wins

Doable, and it is the combination that works best by public transport. There is one weak point and it matters: timing. You are tied to the bus up and above all to the one back, so time at Pompeii gets squeezed to avoid missing it. With a private car the order of the two stops is decided on the morning itself, weather on the crater included.

Public-service fares and frequencies, indicative and seasonal, last checked in September 2026.

What is included

Included

  • Selected vehicle
  • Pickup and return from the selected meeting point
  • One bottle of water per person
  • Panoramic stops along the route
  • Stop at the excavations of Pompeii
  • Stop at Vesuvius National Park

Not included

  • Tour guide
  • Entrance tickets to the sites and to Vesuvius
  • Lunch and extra drinks

Important

  • No pets allowed
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users
  • Not suitable for people with reduced mobility (walk on an unpaved trail)
  • Not suitable for children under 1 year old
  • Entrance tickets for Vesuvius must be purchased in advance
  • We reserve the right to change the order of the visits according to timing and availability
  • The itinerary may change due to adverse weather conditions or events along the route
  • Our staff will contact the guest the day before the tour with confirmation and logistics details

Frequently Asked Questions

Which entrance tickets are needed and what do they cost?

No entrance ticket is included in the tour price: they are bought separately and stay yours even if plans change. Pompeii archaeological park 20 € and Vesuvius crater 12 €. That comes to about €32 per person, prices last checked in September 2026. Full-price entry to the archaeological park. Free for EU citizens under 18. Online booking with a time slot is compulsory.

How much walking does this tour involve?

Around 5 km over the day. At Pompeii you walk about 3 km on uneven, unshaded Roman paving. From the car park at 1,000 m to the crater rim it is 860 m of gravel with roughly 140 m of ascent — about half an hour of steady climbing. Moderate physical effort.

How long is spent at each stop?

Pompeii archaeological park 3 h and Vesuvius crater 1 h 45. The rest of the day is driving, and the timings flex with traffic and with what you prefer: the driver works to the group, not to a fixed schedule.

When is the best time for this tour?

April–May and September–October: Pompeii has no shade and in August the paving radiates heat, while in winter the crater closes in the early afternoon.

Can this itinerary be done by public transport?

Circumvesuviana from Naples to Pompei Scavi in about 40 minutes for €3.20, with the station at the Porta Marina entrance. For the crater you then take the local bus up to the car park at 1,000 m, about €10-12 return and forty minutes of hairpins, with sparse departures and the last one back in the early afternoon. Doable, and it is the combination that works best by public transport. There is one weak point and it matters: timing. You are tied to the bus up and above all to the one back, so time at Pompeii gets squeezed to avoid missing it. With a private car the order of the two stops is decided on the morning itself, weather on the crater included.

Is the climb to the crater suitable for children?

Yes from about six or seven upwards: the path is wide with no exposed sections, but it climbs the whole way on volcanic gravel and there are no handrails. It cannot be done with a pushchair and is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.

What happens if Vesuvius closes because of bad weather?

The park closes the trail in rain, thick fog or strong wind, and the call is made on the day. The driver then offers an alternative in the same area — usually Herculaneum or a winery on the slopes — at no extra transport cost.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Yes. All our tours can be customized according to your interests, needs and available time. Contact us before booking to create a tailor-made experience.

Are the tours suitable for guests with reduced mobility?

Many of our itineraries can be adapted to the needs of guests with reduced mobility. However, some attractions or historic centres may have accessibility limitations. Please contact us in advance for assistance choosing the most suitable tour.

Can I extend the tour during the day?

In most cases yes, subject to driver and vehicle availability. Any extra hours will be subject to an additional fee.

Are tips mandatory?

No, tips are not mandatory and are not included in the price. If you are satisfied with the service, a tip is always appreciated but entirely optional.

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