Half-Day Trip to Mt. Vesuvius from Naples

Start your tour with pickup from the Naples port or your hotel, then travel in air-conditioned comfort to the town of Pompeii. Travel high up the towering volcano to the highest point that’s accessible by vehicle. From this point, take a steep hike to the top. Hiking boots or walking shoes are recommended.

As you near the crater’s edge, peer down into the heart of the volcano to see the smoldering steam that wisps from below. The outward views are impressive, too. If you cast your eyes away from the volcano, you are rewarded with commanding vistas that sweep over the Bay of Naples.

While at the summit, meet one of the national park’s volcanologist guides. Learn about the fiery volcano through its geology and history, and hear stories about the destruction of Herculaneum and Pompeii back in AD 79.

Leave Mt. Vesuvius after the presentation, and travel back to Naples. Your excursion then ends with drop-off at the start point.

• Start your tour with pickup from the Naples port or your hotel, then travel in air-conditioned comfort to the town of Pompeii. Travel high up the towering volcano to the highest point that’s accessible by vehicle. From this point, take a steep hike to the top. Hiking boots or walking shoes are recommended. As you near the crater’s edge, peer down into the heart of the volcano to see the smoldering steam that wisps from below. The outward views are impressive, too. If you cast your eyes away from the volcano, you are rewarded with commanding vistas that sweep over the Bay of Naples. While at the summit, meet one of the national park’s volcanologist guides. Learn about the fiery volcano through its geology and history, and hear stories about the destruction of Herculaneum and Pompeii back in AD 79. Leave Mt. Vesuvius after the presentation, and travel back to Naples. Your excursion then ends with drop-off at the start point.

Get a close look at the iconic volcano that buried the city of Pompeii. Journey to the edge of the crater of Mount Vesuvius on a 4-hour guided day trip from Naples.  On the drive from Naples, see Mount Vesuvius on the horizon in its unusual beauty. Drive through the National Park of Mount Vesuvius and journey up the mountain to stop at an altitude of approximately 3280ft (1000 mt). From there, climb up the mountain path that will take you to the crater. Take in the view of the bay of Naples spread below you and learn from professional volcanologists about the geology that led to the eruption of this devastating giant.

The maximum group size is 18-25 people. Tour includes round-trip transportation from central Naples hotels or the cruise port.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or alternative tour
Your tour operator will collect the Mt. Vesuvius entrance fee on board the bus in order to secure your skip the line tickets from the ticket office "guide's counter"
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers