A combo tour allows you to visit both the ancient ruins of Pompeii and the summit of Mount Vesuvius in a single day without worrying about transportation.
It also includes skip-the-line tickets for both sites, allowing you to bypass long queues and maximize your time exploring.
This tour is led by knowledgeable guides who provide valuable insights into the history of Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, enhancing your understanding of these important sites.
The included round-trip transportation from Naples makes it easy to reach the sites without the hassle of driving yourself.
Booking the Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius tours can be more cost-effective than purchasing individual tickets and arranging transportation separately.
Ticket Highlights:
- Revisit where the volcano erupted and buried Pompeii beneath molten ash on a day trip from Naples.
- Forget the hassles of arranging vehicles and wander around the ruins of Pompeii in an air-conditioned minivan or bus.
- Follow your expert guide and hear stories about the Forum, Thermal Baths, the Lupanare, and the Greek Theatre.
- After a half day of exploring, sit down and enjoy Naples’s famous pizza lunch at one of Pompeii’s restaurants.
- You will be dropped off at your hotel or cruise ship in Naples at approximately 5 pm.
✅What’s Included:
- Pick up and drop off from the hotel, cruise port or train station
- Live guide or audio guide (selected option)
- Entry ticket to Pompeii
- Access to Mount Vesuvius
- Pizza lunch and a drink
❌ Exclusion
- Tips to Visit
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Ticket Price
You can choose different pickup locations at your convenience. The price remains the same for each location.
| Visitors Age | Price |
| Adult | €100 |
| Youth | €100 |
| Child | €83 |
Meeting Point
If you are at the train station, your guide will pick you up from the Starhotels Terminus. He/she will have a sign with your name.
If you are coming by cruise and your ship docks at the cruise terminal, then your guide will be at the exit, where you can see the sign “stazione marittima.”
However, if your ship docks at any other place, stay near it, and your guide will come to find you with a signboard.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The tour duration is an estimate and is subject to variables such as traffic conditions, transfer points, number of participants, and more.
- Only English is guaranteed for the Mt. Vesuvius portion of the tour, out of the four languages available.
- The needed language cannot be guaranteed if only one participant speaks it.
In the event that this occurs, you will be offered an alternative or complete refund. - If Mt. Vesuvius National Park is closed due to inclement weather or other reasons beyond the local partner’s control, your park entrance tickets will be refunded.
Alternatively, you can visit the MAP virtual museum in Pompeii instead with the audioguide option.
FAQ’s
1. Can you visit Pompeii and Vesuvius in one day?
Pompeii can easily be combined with a tour of Mount Vesuvius’ crater in one day.
We recommend visiting Pompeii’s ancient ruins early, followed by an afternoon hike up Vesuvius for stunning vistas.
2. How long does it take to visit Pompeii and Vesuvius?
You’ll need 3-4 hours for Pompeii and 2 hours for Mount Vesuvius, including hiking time.
3. Can you go from Pompeii to Vesuvius?
A tourist shuttle service called the Vesuvio Express runs from Pompeii to Vesuvius. Tickets can be purchased at the Pompeii train station.
The shuttle will take you directly to the Vesuvius base station
4. Is 2 hours enough to see Pompeii?
No, 2 hours is not enough time to see Pompeii. The ancient city is quite large, and there is a lot to explore.
Most sources recommend spending at least 3-4 hours at Pompeii to see the main highlights.
5. Should I go to Pompeii or Vesuvius first?
We recommend visiting Pompeii first. You can travel there early in the morning and spend a few hours there before heading to Mount Vesuvius.
6. Is it free to climb Mount Vesuvius?
No, climbing Mount Vesuvius is not free. Visitors must purchase tickets online and select a time slot to walk up the volcano.
7. Can I go to Vesuvius on my own?
Yes, you can go to Mount Vesuvius on your own.
The most convenient way to reach the volcano is via the Circumvesuviana train, which you can catch from the Garibaldi Square station in Naples.
