Overview
Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius are the undisputed protagonists of the 79 AD eruption.
Get to know more about it with this incredible full day experience.
You will visit Pompeii in a small group tour led by an Archaeologist guide who will show you the best highlights of the site like the Forum – the main square of the city –, the main houses and buildings.
Then meet the hiking guide in the afternoon and leave with our minibus for up to 14 people with direction to Mount Vesuvius.
As arrive at Vesuvius entrance first 30 minutes up to the crater there's a steep walking to reach the top.
Hike the volcano and reach the top of it: look inside the still quiescent crater and wonder at the amazing landscape around you and the beautiful panorama overlooking the Bay of Naples.
At the end of the excursion be brought back to Pompeii where the tour began.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius admission fees
Hiking licensed guide for Mount Vesuvius
Transportation by modern Minibus from Pompeii and back (up to 14 people)
2-hour guidance at Pompeii ruins by an archaeologist (max 20 people per guide)
Small Group
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The meeting point is the main entrance of Pompeii ruins called "Porta Marina Superiore" opposite to a restaurant called 'Hortus'. Please put this one, for easier navigation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
IMPORTANT MEETING INSTRUCTIONS:
Please head to the 'Porta Marina Superiore' entrance for our tour meeting point, located directly opposite the a restaurant called Hortus. For easier navigation, we suggest using your GPS to find 'Hortus'.
Our staff will be waiting for you at the Pompeii entrance gates, holding ASKOS TOURS signs for easy recognition.
What to expect
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Pompeii Archaeological Park
2 hours
Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.
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Foro de Pompeya
10 min
Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii
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Via dell’Abbondanza
10 min
Walk through the main street of Pompeii
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Granaries of the Forum
15 min
In the granary you will see marble tables and baths for fountains that adorned the entrances of houses and some casts of victims of the eruption as well as that of a dog and a tree.
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House of Menander
15 min
The house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents
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Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
15 min
These occupy a vast area between the Brothel lane, the Holconius crossroads and the Via Stabiana. They represent the oldest thermal complex in the city.
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Lupanar
15 min
Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii
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House of the Faun
15 min
The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii.
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Odeon - Teatro Piccolo
15 min
Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii
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Teatro Grande
10 min
Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii
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Vesuvius National Park
2 hours
Transfer to Mt. Vesuvius.
Get on the top of the volcano to see the crater that still smokes slightly. Besides that, you will have a stunning panorama of the Bay of Naples, Capri, Ischia, the edge of the Sorrento coast and more. The last 500m is a very steep uphill walk, and closed-in shoes are essential.
At the end of the visit, back to the main entrance of Pompeii Ruins, called Porta Marina Superiore.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- not recommended for travelers with mobility/walking issue or impairments
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Small Group Tour
Can I cancel Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Small Group Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is the main entrance of Pompeii ruins called "Porta Marina Superiore" opposite to a restaurant called 'Hortus'. Please put this one, for easier navigation.
What's included?
- Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius admission fees
- Hiking licensed guide for Mount Vesuvius
- Transportation by modern Minibus from Pompeii and back (up to 14 people)
- 2-hour guidance at Pompeii ruins by an archaeologist (max 20 people per guide)
- Small Group
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Pompeii Archaeological Park, Foro de Pompeya, Via dell’Abbondanza, Granaries of the Forum, House of Menander, Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane), Lupanar, House of the Faun.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Askos Tours
