
Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 264 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour worth booking?
Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour is a 8-hour experience in Naples, Italy, from $132 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 264 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (264)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $132 per person
Set off on an unforgettable day trip from Naples to explore the ancient marvels of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Accompanied by our knowledgeable local archaeologist guides, you will embark on an immersive walking tour through the remarkably intact streets, homes, and public spaces of these ancient cities, uncovering the rich stories they hold. As you journey through time, you'll be captivated by the poignant remains of Pompeii and the stunning preservation of Herculaneum—both of which were frozen in history by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Following the Pompeii tour, indulge in a delightful Italian light lunch to round off your experience. This excursion seamlessly blends history, archaeology, culture, and cuisine, offering a truly memorable insight into the heart of ancient Italy. You can choose between: 1. Pompeii and Herculaneum tour with lunch included 2. Pompeii and Herculaneum tour without lunch included
What you get
About this experience
Set off on an unforgettable day trip from Naples to explore the ancient marvels of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Accompanied by our knowledgeable local archaeologist guides, you will embark on an immersive walking tour through the remarkably intact streets, homes, and public spaces of these ancient cities, uncovering the rich stories they hold. As you journey through time, you'll be captivated by the poignant remains of Pompeii and the stunning preservation of Herculaneum—both of which were frozen in history by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Following the Pompeii tour, indulge in a delightful Italian light lunch to round off your experience. This excursion seamlessly blends history, archaeology, culture, and cuisine, offering a truly memorable insight into the heart of ancient Italy. You can choose between: 1. Pompeii and Herculaneum tour with lunch included 2. Pompeii and Herculaneum tour without lunch included
What's included
Included
- Pompeii entrance fee
- Local tour guide of Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Herculaneum entrance fee
- Lunch (if selected)
- Pick ip/Drop off in Naples
Not included
- The visit of the crater of the Mt Vesuvius is not included in the itinerary
- Gratuities
- Optional activities
What you'll see and do
Naples
Pick up
Pass by without stopping
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
Our tour guide will provide you a fantastic tour inside Pompeii ruins and will be able to discover the ancient city. The guide meets the group outside the archeological site. The tour is about 2h inside the site
120 minutes here · Admission included
Archeological Park of Herculaneum
Stroll through the streets of the Herculaneum and check the differences with other archeological sites, such as Pompeii ruins. Both archaeological sites feature the excavated ruins of alleyways and homes where you are free to explore and yet continue to unearth the remains of a place locked in time today. The guide meets thegroup outside the entrance of the acheological site The visite inside the site is about 1,5 hours
120 minutes here · Admission included
Naples
Drop off
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Naples
We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details.
Meeting point
Naples
ONLY FOR CRUISE PASSENGER. Your professional driver will be waiting holding a Worldtours sign. We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details.
Meeting point
Naples
Your professional driver will be waiting at your hotel holding a Worldtours sign. We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details.
Ends at
ONLY FOR CRUISE PASSENGER. Your professional driver will be waiting holding a Worldtours sign. We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details.
Ends at
Your professional driver will be waiting at your hotel holding a Worldtours sign. We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details.
Options you can book
Small Group - no lunch
Hotel pick up (from the list) Group Capacity: up to 18/20 participants Duration: 8 hours no lunch Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples minibus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax
Semi Private Group - no lunch
Door to Door Service Group Capacity: up to 8/10 participants Duration: 8 hours no lunch Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax Pickup included
Regular Group - Lunch
Group Capacity: up to 30/40 participants Duration: 8 hours lunch included Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Lunch Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples autobus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax Starting point: Starhotels Terminus, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy Pickup included
Semi Private Group - Lunch
Door to Door Service Group Capacity: up to 8/10 participants Duration: 8 hours lunch included Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Lunch Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples van Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax Pickup included
Small Group - Lunch
Hotel pick up (from the list) Group Capacity: up to 18/20 participants Duration: 8 hours lunch included Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Lunch Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples minibus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax
Regular Group - no lunch
Group Capacity: up to 30/40 participants Duration: 8 hours no lunch Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples Autobus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Worldtours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Min. 2 pax in high season (Apr–Oct), min 4 pax in low season (Nov–Mar).
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The duration of each stop is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the traffic conditions
- The Pickup time MUST BE confirmedvia the dashboard based on your accommodation. Tour Departure is NOT the pickup time.
- People with mobility problems
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 259 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
259 verified traveler reviews for Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Pompeii and Herculaneum
We had a good day trip with Antonio Carola providing his excellent driving skills and keeping us all entertained in English and Italian while on the way to Pompeii and Herculaneum. He arranged for a stop at a beautiful church in Pompeii and took photos for us also. It was very helpful to have Andrea guiding us in Pompeii and Luca in Herculaneum. They added a lot of context to the interesting sights we saw. Thanks guys and hope to see you again.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your high rating and positive comments. Delivering exceptional service is our top priority, and we are delighted to know we met your expectations.
via Tripadvisor
Super Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum in a small group (8)
It was a wonderful day. Long because it was “free admission Sunday” at Pompeii. Our driver, Antonio C., was terrific. He met us at the cruise port right outside the gate right on time. He provided us with information about the area and people both going and coming home. Super comfortable van sized for our tour of 8 people. At Pompeii, our guide was Glauco, an excellent guide who knew how to avoid the giant crowds and was able to give us so much more insight into the buildings and events of Pompeii then we had the previous time we had gone there. He didn’t just go to the places other large tours followed, he brought us to place others don’t walk through. We then had a very nice lunch, relaxed atmosphere and never rushed by Antonio. At Herculaneum our guide, Alessio, was also top-notch. We walked over a significant amount of the city (on a very warm day), and saw/learned the difference in the impacts from the volcano. Bottom line, Antonio, Glauco, and Alessio were super. We highly recommend them and the folks at WorldTours who communicated the logistics to us.
via Viator
Great experience!
This was an amazing experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review!
via Tripadvisor
Super Tour to take for Pompeii and Herculaneum in a day
It was a wonderful day. Long because it was “free admission Sunday” at Pompeii. Our driver, Antonio Carola, was terrific. He met us at the cruise port right outside the gate right on time. He provided us with information about the area and people both going and coming home. Super comfortable van sized for our tour of 8 people. At Pompeii, our guide was Glauco, an excellent guide who knew how to avoid the giant crowds and was able to give us so much more insight into the buildings and events of Pompeii then we had the previous time we had gone there. He didn’t just go to the places other large tours followed, he brought us to place others don’t walk through. We then had a very nice lunch, relaxed atmosphere and never rushed by Antonio. At Herculaneum our guide, Alessio, was also top-notch. We walked over a significant amount of the city (on a very warm day), and saw/learned the difference in the impacts from the volcano. Bottom line, Antonio, Glauco, and Alessio were super. We highly recommend them and the folks at WorldTours who communicated the logistics to us.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your high rating and positive comments. Delivering exceptional service is our top priority, and we are delighted to know we met your expectations.
via Tripadvisor
Definitely do the Pompei-Herculaneum double feature!
It was a fascinating experience with knowledgeable guides at each location. We are glad we visited both sites, in this order: Pompei (with Antonio), then Herculaneum (with Nina). It made sense to get a vision of the scope of a Roman city first in Pompei, and then to see a more specialized community and appreciate the unique preservation.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $132 to $205
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 92
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Worldtours, who run 47 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.7 and 6 in the 90+ Club.
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Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Naples.
How much does Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour cost?
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Prices start at $132 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Naples usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Naples is not rushed.
Is Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 264 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Naples, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour?
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Around 92 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Naples can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Naples and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Naples within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Naples?
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On Outty we rank every Naples experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Caserta Royal Palace & Gardens Small Group Tour with Shuttle, Naples Guided Tour by Bike, Naples Pizza and Tiramisu Cooking Class. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Naples?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Naples?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour?
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Included: Pompeii entrance fee; Local tour guide of Pompeii and Herculaneum; Herculaneum entrance fee; Lunch (if selected); and Pick ip/Drop off in Naples. Not included: The visit of the crater of the Mt Vesuvius is not included in the itinerary; Gratuities; and Optional activities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 11 listed pickup locations in and around Naples. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour offered in?
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It is offered in English, Italian and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and People with mobility problems. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Naples. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour?
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Across 264 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including Small Group - no lunch, Semi Private Group - no lunch, Regular Group - Lunch, Semi Private Group - Lunch. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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