Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour in Naples, Italy
Naples, Italy

Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour

Outty Ranking 54 3.7 · 3 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $379
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54/100

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Traveler rating

3.7/5

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Is Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour worth booking?

Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour is a 8-hour experience in Naples, Italy, from $379 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
3.7/5 (3)
Duration
8 hours
From
$379 per person

AmalfiDriver Tours & Transfers with Experience: (Tickets not included) Meet and greet everywhere in Naples or Salerno. - to go on the Mt. Vesuvius Crater excursion for 1 hour and reach the "mouth of the volcano". - After that, we will drive to the Herculaneum ruins* to see for 90 minutes and Pompeii Ruins* for 2 hours. Both ancient Roman towns were destroyed and buried under the ashes by Mt. Vesuvius eruption of 79a.d. and today, they represent a real evidence of how it was the original Roman culture, lifestyle and architecture: like a journey back in the past. (During the day, we can also stop for a quick lunch, optionally) - After that, we will drive back to the starting location. *We highly recommend hiring a private guide who will lead you through the ruins for a better experience. If interested, ask in the note) --- Mt Vesuvius Crater excursion tickets are NOT included. There is no ticket office on Mt. Vesuvius, and you can only buy tickets online (we will explain how) ---

What you get

    About this experience

    AmalfiDriver Tours & Transfers with Experience: (Tickets not included) Meet and greet everywhere in Naples or Salerno. - to go on the Mt. Vesuvius Crater excursion for 1 hour and reach the "mouth of the volcano". - After that, we will drive to the Herculaneum ruins* to see for 90 minutes and Pompeii Ruins* for 2 hours. Both ancient Roman towns were destroyed and buried under the ashes by Mt. Vesuvius eruption of 79a.d. and today, they represent a real evidence of how it was the original Roman culture, lifestyle and architecture: like a journey back in the past. (During the day, we can also stop for a quick lunch, optionally) - After that, we will drive back to the starting location. *We highly recommend hiring a private guide who will lead you through the ruins for a better experience. If interested, ask in the note) --- Mt Vesuvius Crater excursion tickets are NOT included. There is no ticket office on Mt. Vesuvius, and you can only buy tickets online (we will explain how) ---

    What's included

    Included

    • On-board WiFi
    • Bottled water
    • English-speaking driver
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Entrance fees
    • Mt. Vesuvius entrance €13 per adult - buy the Crater excursion ticket ONLY online weeks before t
    • Gratuities 15/20% (optional but really appreciated)
    • No Archeological Guide is included, but we highly reccomend to hire. ask in the note the price.
    • Entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Vesuvius National Park

      You will be going up to 3,000 feet to see Naples and its suburbs. The driver will assist you in purchasing the tickets. Once bought, you can start your adventure climbing to the top of Mt Vesuvius. You will have an opportunity to explore this magnificent volcano.

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Archeological Park of Herculaneum

      Herculaneum – named after one of the Roman mythological heroes, Hercules – was destroyed by the 79AD eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. The slow walk across all of Ercolano will allow you to observe the moulding of civilization into this remote town.

      90 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Apa 1848

      (OPTIONAL) THE UNIQUENESS OF CRAFTS "MADE IN ITALY" FROM TOREE OF GRECO THROUGHOUT THE WORLD APA, historical brand Made in Italy, is synonymous with high quality and great skill in manufacturing, and has always been recognized internationally. For many years, it is boasting demanding customers and true connoisseurs of the artistic-traditional manufacturing of coral and cameos. In the historic venue of Torre del Greco you can visit the museum room with antique collections of coral jewelry, cameos and bronze statues in Neoclassical style.

      20 minutes here

    4. Archaeological Park of Pompeii

      Filled with an abundance of history, this partially buried town offers marvelous scenery that one must personally see to believe. A must see site that will provide you with a rare and knowledgeable experience!

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • starting from Naples

      from Naples: Volcano & Ruins: Meet in Naples to visit Mt. Vesuvius crater for 1 hour, Herculaneum for 90 minutes and Pompeii for 2 hours and return back. Duration: 8 hours: Enjoy a hike into the volcano's crater and visit the two Roman towns frozen in time, as they were 2000 years ago. optional lunch, not included from Naples: Volcano & Ruins: Meet in Naples to visit Mt. Vesuvius crater for 1 hour, Herculaneum for 90 minutes and Pompeii for 2 hours and return back. Mercedes Benz sedan or Van luggage assistance and storage Pickup included

    • starting from Salerno

      from Salerno: Volcano & Ruins: Meet in Salerno to visit Mt. Vesuvius crater for 1 hour, Herculaneum for 90 minutes and Pompeii for 2 hours and return back. Duration: 8 hours: Enjoy a hike into the volcano's crater and visit the two Roman towns frozen in time, as they were 2000 years ago. optional, to agree with driver from Salerno: Volcano & Ruins: Meet in Salerno to visit Mt. Vesuvius crater for 1 hour, Herculaneum for 90 minutes and Pompeii for 2 hours and return back. Mercedes Benz sedan or Van luggage assistance and storage Pickup included

    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 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    AmalfiDriver.com Tours & Transfers with Experience

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Pets are allowed only if they stay in their kennel
    • We provide booster and car seat for free if you need

    Photos

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    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    hoosyourdaddy9 · June 2022

    Canceled

    Tour canceled without indication of why it was canceled. I am assuming it was weather related, but no notification from tour operator.

    Response from the operator: Tour cancelled and REFUNDED. Sorry but we are not responsible if have not received email from Viator which is the tour operator. Why writing a 1 star review to me? Please can you cancell this review? Thank you

    via Tripadvisor

    aligQ7893EE · October 2021

    Perfect transport, amazing mind blowing sights

    We booked Amalfidriver.com for a trip to Vesuvius, Pompeii, Herculaneum and wine tasting. The sights are well worth the visit, Vesuvius was breathtaking, Pompeii and Herculaneum were mind blowing, I would recommend everyone to visit these sights, we would love to explore these again! All the drivers were super friendly, knowledgeable, kind and polite. We had some great conversations about the area, the history, the sights we were travelling to, about family, food and even some great cooking tips. The vehicles were wonderful, comfortable and clean and our belongings were looked after. Plus they brought chilled water for us and sweets. We wholeheartedly recommend these guys. It was stress free travel! They were great value for money, we booked 2 further trips with them during our stay and we would use them again WHEN we return.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your beautiful review. Hope to have you again here soon. Best regards from Josef, your friendly driver in Naples

    via Tripadvisor

    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
    $379 to $2,089
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by AmalfiDriver.com Tours & Transfers with Experience, who run 25 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.9.

    See everything AmalfiDriver.com Tours & Transfers with Experience runs

    Why this scores 54

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)71
    Review evidence (18% weight)22
    Booking momentum (14% weight)13
    Value for money (12% weight)66
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)33
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Naples.

    How much does Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour cost?

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    Prices start at $379 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.7/5 across 3 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour?

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    Around 1 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour?

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    Included: On-board WiFi; Bottled water; English-speaking driver; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Entrance fees; Mt. Vesuvius entrance €13 per adult - buy the Crater excursion ticket ONLY online weeks be; Gratuities 15/20% (optional but really appreciated); and No Archeological Guide is included, but we highly reccomend to hire. ask in the note the p. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 449 listed pickup locations in and around Naples. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii 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 booking options are available for Volcano & Ruins: visit Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii tour?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including starting from Naples, starting from Salerno. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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