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Unraveling Pompeii & Vesuvius: A Journey into the Past + Ebook
Napoli
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The tour operates in all weather conditions
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While access to the summit of Vesuvius is limited, it is replaced by an alternative route to the Valley of Hell. Here you can walk over and under an ancient flow of solidified lava dating back to the 1944 eruption, adding a unique touch to your exploration of the volcano.
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The activity is not suitable for people with motor difficulties and people in wheelchairs
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Not allowed animals, suitcases or bags
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience an unforgettable adventure to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, now including an exclusive eBook to enrich your journey. Depart from Naples with expert guides and enjoy a carefully planned day trip through two of Campania’s most iconic landmarks.
Explore the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, where ancient streets, homes, and monuments reveal the daily life of a Roman city preserved by the eruption of Vesuvius. Learn about its dramatic history while walking through one of the world’s most important archaeological sites.
Continue to Mount Vesuvius for an exciting crater visit, where you can get close to one of the world’s most famous volcanoes and admire breathtaking panoramic views over Na...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
2 hours of free time to explore Vesuvius
Italian lunch in a restaurant
Round trip transfers from the meeting points in Naples
Multilingual commentary on board
Ebook guide
Priority Entrance to Pompeii and Vesuvius
2-Hour Guided Tour of Pompeii
Tips (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91
Outside Starhotels Terminus
Your guide will be holding a sign so that you can identify them.
Return
Itinerary
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Pompeii
Pompeii, formerly known as Pompeios, stood as a Roman city situated 22 km away from Naples, Italy, within the boundaries of the present-day Pompeii municipality. The city met its demise during the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, which led to a massive ash shower that entirely buried Pompeii. For 1600 years, it remained concealed until its accidental rediscovery in 1748. The preservation of buildings, artifacts, and even the victims' bodies, shaped by ash and mud, offers a poignant snapshot of the city frozen in time. Since its rediscovery, ongoing excavations have revealed an extraordinary archaeological site, providing an intricate glimpse into daily life during ancient Rome.
Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site alongside Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata, Pompeii ranks among Italy's top tourist destinations, drawing around 2,500,000 visitors annually.
3 hours and 30 minutes
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Vesuvius National Park
Mount Vesuvius, known as Vesuvio in Italian, is a stratovolcano located near the city of Naples, Italy, approximately nine kilometers east of the city and close to the coast. It is the only volcano on the European mainland to have erupted in the last hundred years, although it is currently dormant. Of the other two main active volcanoes in Italy, Etna is located on the island of Sicily and Stromboli on the island of the same name.
Vesuvius is most famous for the devastating eruption in 79 AD, which resulted in the destruction of the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. These cities were never rebuilt, although some survivors and occasional looters removed items from the rubble. The cities were forgotten until accidentally rediscovered in the late 18th century.
Unraveling Pompeii & Vesuvius: A Journey into the Past + Ebook
Napoli
About
Experience an unforgettable adventure to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, now including an exclusive eBook to enrich your journey. Depart from Naples with expert guides and enjoy a carefully planned day trip through two of Campania’s most iconic landmarks.
Explore the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, where ancient streets, homes, and monuments reveal the daily life of a Roman city preserved by the eruption of Vesuvius. Learn about its dramatic history while walking through one of the world’s most important archaeological sites.
Continue to Mount Vesuvius for an exciting crater visit, where you can get close to one of the world’s most famous volcanoes and admire breathtaking panoramic views over Na...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
2 hours of free time to explore Vesuvius
Italian lunch in a restaurant
Round trip transfers from the meeting points in Naples
Multilingual commentary on board
Ebook guide
Priority Entrance to Pompeii and Vesuvius
2-Hour Guided Tour of Pompeii
Tips (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91
Outside Starhotels Terminus
Your guide will be holding a sign so that you can identify them.