Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome with Pizza Lunch
Overview
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12 hours
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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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
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)
Mt. Vesuvius National Park entry (if a Vesuvius option is selected)
Official, licensed English-speaking guide in Pompeii
3-course lunch at an authentic neapolitan restaurant (if option with lunch is selected)
Round-trip transport from Rome in a private, air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
Gratuities
Hotel pickup/drop-off not included, unless booking the private tour
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 -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
Pompeii New Excavations Tour
Explore Pompeii with an expert: guide through its streets, homes, and newly opened excavation areas then enjoy free time to discover more at your own pace
Please note : Lunch and Mt Vesuvius are not included in this option
Duration: 9 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
Pompeii - Vesuvius (no Lunch)
Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Hike: Explore the Ruins of Pompeii & Enjoy a Scenic Hike to the Crater of Mt. Vesuvius
Duration: 12 hours
Lunch Not Included
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
Small Group Pompeii - 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
Reviews
6,216 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pompeii and Back
Ursula A,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It was an unforgettable experience. The rich history and continued excavation is overwhelming. The guide was excellent and the lunch option was delicious. The extended day was unexpected due to the traffic congestion on the return trip. I would recommend this tour to family and friends.
Incredible tour of...
Madison M,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible tour of Pompeii, guide was very knowledgeable and showed as all of the highlight spots and then some.
It was a great trip - a...
Megan P,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great trip - a long day but to get to both locations from Rome, it needed to be. The lunch inclusion was great
Great Day Trip from Rome!
Diondra L,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing experience! City Wonders provided a great round trip tour guide with Rob, an excellent driver with Dan, and a wonderful Pompeii tour guide with Roberto! Rob provided great details on the drive there and back about Pompeii, Italian history, and Rome. He was so excited the whole trip which makes a long drive a little better! Roberto gave us a walk through of Pompeii with a range of information regarding the eruption, city life, and current excavations. We saw the highlight, but Pompeii is HUGE! It would take days to explore all the city in detail! Lunch was also a delicious stop at Kona. The pizza was so fresh and it was a nice break between Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius. Mt Vesuvius was such a cool hike! About 20 minutes to the top and such beautiful views of the Bay of Naples from there. It is definitely a good little hike too! Just be prepared for a gravelly incline! Great day trip from Rome and would highly recommend it to all!
an amazing experience at pompeii and mount visuvius
Z7090NLcharlottet,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rosa and Remigio!! Remigio was a fantastic mini bus driver who got us from A to B smoothly and quickly. Rosa was a fantastic tour guide, extremely organised, friendly and chatty. would definitely recommend to everyone!
We had a wonderful tour...
Helen P,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour with Chiara and M. Very knowledgeable and informative. Included everyone in the group. Thank you.
Pompeii and mount vesuvius day trip from rome with pizza lunch
GrandTour14382479392,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous trip, was very well organised. Our guide patricaize told us lots of interesting facts about the history of Italy. She made a long coach trip very enjoyable and we loved hearing all about Italy. Pompeii was really interesting and our guide helped us imagine what Pompeii was like before the volcanic eruption. He explained and showed us why they knew it was a shop, house etc. Would have liked a bit more time at Pompeii though. We then travelled to the restaurant, the views were amazing. The food tasted fabulous. The starter, the large margarita pizza and lemon cake we so delicious. Then we travelled up to the vesuvius. It took about 25 minutes to climb to the top. At the top you could see for miles. The crater was so deep. Saw a lovely sunset. Bring cash for souvenirs at the vesuvius. A long day but totally worth it, we had such a good time. Thank you to the staff making a lovely day
Pompeii’s Top Sites
Amy S,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful day visiting Pompeii. Maxi was our bus driver and got us to and from smoothly. Even sitting in the back of the bus we didn’t feel sick which is a credit to him! Our tour guide was Carlos and my husband and I agreed that we wouldn’t have enjoyed the site half as much without all of the information he provided. I don’t know what the maps/information look like at the site since we didn’t need them, but at other major historical sites in Rome we found that more information would have been nice. We left Pompeii feeling like we got a really good breakdown of the most significant parts. Of course the 3 hours each way does limit the time you have at the site and there was much, much more to see- a tour guide is definitely recommended. There is the option to add a hike Vesuvius and one mother/daughter pair had booked it but decided they’d rather stay and learn about Pompeii. Carlos reassured them that there are other volcanoes but only one Pompeii. Overall it was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone interested!
Interesting, informative, definitely worth seeing!
Silke B,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very interesting day trip that combines the impressive history and equally impressive nature. The visit to Pompeii was worth seeing, as was the way to Mount Vesuvius. Our guide Viviana, as well as the tour guide on site in Pompeii, Giancarla, brought Italy closer then and now with in-depth knowledge and interesting stories and our driver Gianni took us safely there and back. An absolutely successful and worthwhile day trip.
Pompei and Vesuvius tour from rome
Rebecca H,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The hike was steep but beautiful it was a very long day but completely worth it- the food was delicious ( pizza lunch) and the limoncello tasting was entertaining due to the personality of the owner.
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