Pompeii, Herculaneum + Vesuvius Tour

Travel back in time to one of the most tragic chapters in Italy's history with this visit to the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, including a hike to the highest point of Mount Vesuvius, an active volcano in Campania.

Discover the Tragedy

This tour explores how the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD devastated Pompeii and Herculaneum, two prosperous cities of their time. The meeting point is at Via Roma, from where a minibus will take you to Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum, and finally Pompeii.

Vesuvius reaches over 1000 meters (3280 feet). Upon arrival, an expert volcanologist will explain the crater's activity and the events leading to the catastrophic eruption. You will have free time to hike to the summit and enjoy views of the Gulf of Naples and the Sorrento Coast.

Next, you will visit Herculaneum, where you can explore the site at your own pace, walking the streets and discovering life during the Ancient Roman Empire. Attractions include houses, pubs, temples, and notable mosaics, particularly the forum and the mosaic in Neptune and Amphitrite's house.

After Herculaneum, you will proceed to the World Heritage Site of Pompeii, where an audioguide in English will help you uncover the secrets of this ancient city buried by lava. You will see cobblestoned streets, significant buildings like the House of the Faun and the Basilica, as well as the plaster casts of the eruption's victims.

Finally, you will return to the start point in Pompeii, concluding the 8-hour historic tour.