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Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii Tour by Bus from Sorrento

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Sorrento, Italy
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8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Pick-up from nearest meeting point by your driver and guide.
Drive along the Sorrento Coast and enjoy views of the bay of Naples on the way to Pompeii.
Enjoy a 2 hours guided visit in the excavations with an expert and authorized local guide: discover the life of the Ancient Romans, see the main public monuments, the Forum and some of the houses of the Pompeii ruins.
Free time at leisure, if you wish take the suggestion of our guide for lunch.
Depart for Mount Vesuvius; collect your ticket from the guide and enjoy your free time there by walking to the top of the crater at your own pace; enjoy stunning views of the Gulf of Naples; If you wish, take advantage of the explanations of a vulcanological guide on the crater (included in your ticket).
Return to the meeting point where your guide and driver are waiting for you and relax on the way back to Sorrento.

What's Included

  • Entrance fee and skip the line tickets included in Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius
  • Headsets in Pompeii
  • Transportation: air-conditioned bus
  • Lunch
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Sorrento (pass by)

Pick-up from your accommodation or nearest meeting point by your driver and guide. Drive along the Sorrento Coast and enjoy views of the bay of Naples on the way to Pompeii.
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Pompeii Archaeological Park

Guided visit of 2 hours showing you the main public monuments and some of the homes of the Pompeii ruins. After the visit you will have free time at leisure for lunch or you can enjoy a typical food following your guide in a restaurant closer by, before to reach the Mount Vesuvius with a ride of about 30 minutes.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Vesuvius National Park

After lunch, arrived at quote 1000 meters, you will have free time at leisure to climb the Volcano. The access to the crater is allowed, upon buying a ticket, accompanied by the local volcanological guides. The crater presents inside a cavity over 300 meters deep, a circumference of the crateral rim about 500 meters long. Visitors should bring suitable equipment for the altitude and wear comfortable shoes. Recommended: sunglasses, binoculars, camera.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sorrento (pass by)

Transfer back to Sorrento and drop-off to the hotel or meeting point.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • If the guide deems it appropriate, the order of the visits may change.
  • Due to the presence of uneven surface, this tour is not recommended for a wheelchair user or those with walking difficulties.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii Tour by Bus from Sorrento?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-8985P6

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What's Included

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  • Entrance fee and skip the line tickets included in Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius
  • Headsets in Pompeii
  • Transportation: air-conditioned bus
  • Authorized Tour Guide English speaking
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • If the guide deems it appropriate, the order of the visits may change.
  • Due to the presence of uneven surface, this tour is not recommended for a wheelchair user or those with walking difficulties.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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