duration: 8 hours
cancellation_summary: 24 hour before the tour start
meeting_point: The main entrance of Pompeii Ruins called "Porta Marina Superiore"
min_age: 6
max_age: 99
group_size: Maximum 20 people
accessibility: Not wheelchair and stroller accessible
description: Explore the wonders of Pompeii with an archaeologist guide, uncovering its ancient secrets and iconic landmarks. Continue to Mount Vesuvius for breathtaking views from the crater, completing a day of history and natural beauty.
what_is_included: - Guided tour to Pompeii Ruins and Mount Vesuvius
- Small group size
- Skip-the-line ‘Pompeii Express' tickets to Pompeii and to Mount Vesuvius
- Round-trip transportation to Mt Vesuvius from Pompeii by modern minibus (up to 14 people)
what_is_not_included: Food and drinks
Personal expenses
itinerary: Check in at Porta Marina Superiore, where your Askos Tours representative will assist with tickets and introduce your expert archaeological guide.
Begin a 2-hour walking tour of the ruins, visiting highlights like the Forum, Teatro Grande, and Stabian Baths, while uncovering Pompeii's rich history.
Rest and refresh before boarding a comfortable minibus to Mount Vesuvius.
Hike to the crater with a trekking guide, enjoy panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples, and learn about the volcano's activity.
Return to Pompeii's entrance, completing your memorable journey through history and nature.
highlights: - Explore the UNESCO-listed Pompeii Archaeological Park and Mount Vesuvius in an 8-hour guided tour led by an expert archaeologist
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Discover iconic sites like the Forum, Stabian Baths, and Via dell'Abbondanza, uncovering the secrets of ancient Roman life
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Enjoy a comfortable transfer to Mount Vesuvius and admire breathtaking panoramic views over its steaming crater and the Gulf of Naples.
check_in_details: Please reach the meeting point 10 minutes before the starting time. An Askos Tours representative will be ready for your check-in.
what_to_bring: Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Water
A valid ID/Passport
The tour takes place in rain or shine, so we recommend bringing a raincoat with you
special_requirements: Children are welcome, but they must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Please bring a valid ID/passport with you to ensure your access to the sites
restrictions: Children must be accompanied by an adult, and young children under 6 years old are not admitted on this tour.
If Mount Vesuvius is closed due to force majeure event, the tour will include an independent visit to Herculaneum instead (with entry tickets included, but no guide.)
disclaimers: Our guides follow a flexible itinerary to accommodate any opening or closing restrictions, as well as ongoing restoration work. Therefore, the exact sites visited during the tour may vary.
