Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii Tour - From Sorrento
- English speaking Guide
- Guided tour of Pompeii
- Drive up Mount Vesuvius
- Round trip transportation in coach
Key Highlights
- Step back in time as you visit the ancient city of Pompeii with an expert guide
- Enjoy the wonderful view from the summit of Vesuvius – the only active volcano on mainland Europe
- Tour is led by an expert guide
Overview
Pompeii was buried under lava and ash from Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and lay forgotten for hundreds of years. The well preserved ruins of this ancient city now offer an insight into Roman history. The city has baths, an amphitheatre, Roman temples and brothels. Frescoes and mosaics adorn some of the walls of its structures, like the Dionysiac Frieze on the walls of the Villa dei Misteri.
The still active Mount Vesuvius offers a panoramic view of the Bay of Naples from its summit.
A great way to discover the history of Italy, a tour of the forgotten city of Pompeii is like stepping into a world where time stands still.
Activity Schedule
Itinerary
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You will be picked up from the Achille Lauro Parking Area in Sorrento at 0810h (8:10am). Travelling by coach and accompanied by a guide you be taken to explore the ruins of the Roman city of Pompeii. One of the most important archaeological sites in Europe, Pompeii is deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pompeii was buried under lava and ash from Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and lay forgotten for hundreds of years. Your guide will take you along the ancient streets of Pompeii for a glimpse into the lives of the Romans. The tour includes a guided visit to some well preserved structures, these may include: • The Anfiteatro: The oldest known Roman amphitheatre, it was capable of holding upto 20,000 spectators. • Terme Stabiane: A bath complex from the 2nd century BC. • Lupanaro: Pompeii’s brothel has murals depicting the services offered. • Villa dei Misteri: This structure has a beautiful fresco, the Dionysiac Frieze, spanning the walls of the dining room. • Casa dei Vettii: The Villa of the Mysteries houses what some consider the greatest surviving group of paintings from the ancient world. Continue to Mount Vesuvius, the only active volcano on the mainland of Europe. A coach will take you to within 1000 metres of the summit of Vesuvius, from where you can walk to the top and enjoy a panoramic view of the bay. A single plume of smoke still rises from the blackened crater, a silent reminder that the volcano is only sleeping. After your visit to Vesuvius you will be returned to Sorrento, you will be dropped in the Achille Lauro Parking Area at around 1615h (4:15pm).
Inclusions & Exclusions
- English speaking Guide
- Guided tour of Pompeii
- Drive up Mount Vesuvius
- Round trip transportation in coach
- Entrance fees to Vesuvius– € 6.50 per person (Payment on the day).
- Entrance fees to Pompeii’s ruins– € 10.00 per person (Payment on the day).
- Hotel pick up & drop off
- Lunch
Please note
Passengers should reach the Achille Lauro Parking Area by 0810h.
Please call the local activity operator at least 24 hours prior to the start of the tour to confirm the departure details.
Entrance fees to Vesuvius– € 6.50 per person and Pompeii’s ruins– € 10.00 per person are not included and must be paid on the day of the tour.
Additional info
Customer Reviews
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great tour experience
Cassandra Primiani, Canada 07/09/2015 -
Excellent
Gavin Hunter, United Kingdom 06/30/2014 -
excellent
mrs j a webb, United Kingdom 06/11/2014
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