Pompeii from Rome with Optional Mt. Vesuvius & Pizza Lunch
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
This customizable experience lets you explore Pompeii your way. Choose the Extended Pompeii Tour for a deeper dive into the ruins, or upgrade to include Mt. Vesuvius with your choice of a crater hike or a relaxed geologist-guided walk. Enjoy the flexibility of group, semi-private, or private touring, plus the option to add a delicious 3-course Italian lunch overlooking the Bay of Naples.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM ALL PASSENGERS: You MUST provide all passenger names at the time of booking in order to visit Mount Vesuvius or you may be refused entry.
Please be advised that in the case of events beyond our control, we may need to adjust our itinerary to ensure the safety, quality, and satisfaction of your travel experience.
While our day trips are typically of a fixed duration, external factors may occasionally extend tour times slightly. We appreciate your understanding and planning as we strive to provide you with the best possible experience.
If you have any dietary restrictions, please inform us at the time of booking and remind your guide on the day of your tour.
Children under the age of 18 might be requested to show their ID card at the entrance of the site, so please bring it with you on the tour
If you select the Private Tour option, please ensure to add your accommodation details in the "Special Requirements" field on the check-out page
The hike up to the crater of Vesuvius requires a good level of general fitness. The walk is uphill at a 14 degree angle and takes roughly 20 minutes.
What To Expect
City Wonders
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Italy with our exclusive day trip to Pompeii from Rome. No visit to Italy is truly complete without unraveling the mysteries of the tragic city of Pompeii, and we've crafted the perfect adventure for you.
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
Skip the lines and dive straight into Pompeii! Your personal archaeologist will guide you through ancient streets, homes, baths, shops, and theaters—bringing this once-vibrant city vividly back to life.
Options
Private Pompei & Vesuvius [ES]
Private Tour: Skip Pompeii lines with an Spanish expert guide, enjoy lunch with bay views and hike Vesuvius' crater With Hotel Pickup & Drop off: Depart Rome in private, air-conditioned transportation with a Spanish-speaking driver for a smooth journey to southern Italy
Pompeii (without Vesuvius)
Pompeii’s new excavation: Walk Pompeii’s ancient streets and newly uncovered areas with a guide, then explore more at your own pace. Please note : Lunch and Mt Vesuvius are not included in this option Duration: 9 hours
Small Group Pompei & Vesuvius
Small Group Tour: up to 8 guests, offering an intimate experience. Duration: 11 hours Explore Pompeii’s ruins: with an archaeologist guide, enjoy lunch with bay views, and hike Mt. Vesuvius’ crater for stunning coastal panoramas
Private Pompei & Vesuvius [EN]
Private Tour: Skip Pompeii lines with an English expert guide, enjoy lunch with bay views and hike Vesuvius’ crater With Hotel Pickup & Drop off: Depart Rome in private, air-conditioned transportation with a English-speaking driver for a smooth journey to southern Italy
Pompei & Vesuvius Crater Hike
Explore Pompeii’s Ruins: with an expert guide & hike up to the top of the Mt. Vesuvius volcano for stunning views of the coast. Lunch included Duration: 12 hours
Pompei Vesuvius Geologist Walk
Skip the lines at Pompeii: and explore its ruins with an expert guide, then head to Mt. Vesuvius for a scenic guided walk led by a geologist. Duration: 12 hours This option does not include: Hike up to the top of the Mt. Vesuvius Lunch included
What‘s Included
3-course lunch at an authentic Neapolitan restaurant (if option with lunch is selected)
Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Pompeii Archaeological Site
Scenic geologist-guided walk in the Vesuvius area (if Geologist option selected)
Crater Hike with an English-speaking tour leader (if Hike option selected)
Vesuvius National Park entry-valued at 10€ pp; 1.68€ reservation fee (if Vesuvius option selected)
Round-trip transport from Rome in a private, air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
Official licensed English-speaking guide for a 2-hour tour in Pompeii
Gratuities
Hotel pickup/drop-off not included, unless booking the private tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6,314 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome day trip!!!
K1418FYbrookem,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day with Klaire guide and Max driver (I think!). The day was very organized and everyone was so friendly. The bus was very comfortable for the long rides with stops for bathroom/snacks. Would highly recommend!
A bit disappointed
abbiet523,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The place itself is stunning and full of so much incredible history, but the tour was a little disappointing. While we knew we would have 2 hours with the tour guide when we booked, we didn’t realise how rushed it would feel. The guide Lilly was nice but she would point out a highlight and then walk away very quickly so it was difficult to see what she was talking about and take pictures. Also we informed the guide that she would break up and lose signal when she walked away too quickly for the whole group to follow and she said this shouldn’t happen, but it continued to happen. Overall was a good experience but that was due more to Pompeii itself rather than the tour guide.
Pompeii and Vesuvius
Chaz5605,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chiara was amazing. Very good tour with great guide. Lots of fun, would recommend.
Pompeii tour was amazing
Tony M,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an excellent experience both our guide Michael and driver Antonio were fantastic show care, consideration, humour and knowledge and really made the day fantastic, although a long day they somehow made is seem not so long and probably the best we have ever had, I couldn’t do the whole of the Volcano due to health (before our visit now during or after) but Pompeii was amazing and the guide there was also very good and funny would highly recomend
This tour was nice. I...
Hannah W,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was nice. I ended up going by myself and had no trouble staying with or keeping up with the group. I do wish we got longer at the site, as you can’t see much in an hour and a half, but that would be hard to do coming from Rome since it already takes the whole day with travel. Overall, I enjoy it and would reommend
Do it for the Pizza!
Megan S,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip was wonderful. Pompeii was more than we expected. The pizza lunch was the best pizza my 18 year old boys have ever had.
Great day in Pompei
HandSB26,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day Pompei amazing Chiara our guide was so knowledgeable and Fsbrizi our driver kept us safe Highly recommended trip
Great location, but guide difficult to understand
Marci H,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Great location to visit, but ensure you can get a tour guide that knows your language well and can articulate. Ours was very hard to understand, which is why the rating.
All around fantastic tour!
Billyevans13,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lots of fun stops, Vesuvius/pompeii guides were great. Main guide, Ion was very charismatic, informative, told wonderful stories and seemed genuinely passionate. Would recommend this tour package to anyone interested!
Favorite day trip
F2143XOkellym,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Pompeii was wonderful and wish we had a little more time there. Our guide from Pompeii was very good and knowledgeable. She was able to engage our younger teenagers as well. This tour was my kids and our family‘s favorite part of our trip to Italy. Lunch was great and had large portions. We also had a comfort stop on way down to Pompeii and back which also had food and drinks for purchase. The climb up Vesuvius was a little difficult, but we made it. And we had breathtaking views of Naples from the top.
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