Half-Day Vesuvius Drive and Summit Hike from Naples with Lunch
Overview
From the busy streets of Naples to the top of Italy’s most famous volcano, this half-day Vesuvius tour is an absolute must-see when visiting the region. Mount Vesuvius is known worldwide for its devastating eruption of 79 AD, which destroyed the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and still dominates the skyline to this day.
Following a late morning pickup from a centrally located meeting point, you will be whisked out of the city where you can enjoy a light lunch with the group before embarking on your mountain climb. Then, set off on the 500m hike to the summit. Once at the top you can follow the trail around the impressive crater, enjoy spectacular views of the Bay of Naples to the east and west, and stare down into the depths of the slumbering volcano.
If crater access tickets are unavailable, the tour will still run up to 1,000 meters above sea level to enjoy the scenery. No full or partial refunds will be provided in this case.
What's Included
- Free time on the top of Mount Vesuvius
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary on board
- Assistant
- Light Lunch
- Entrance ticket (€12 to be purchased in advance. Time slot 13:30 to 14:30)
- Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Depart from selected pick up point in Naples11:00 am - Grand Hotel Vesuvio, Via Partenope, 45, 80121 Napoli NA 11:00 am - Royal Continental Hotel, Via Partenope, 38, 80121 Napoli NA 11:00 am - Grand Hotel Santa Lucia, Via Partenope, 46, 80121 Napoli NA 11:10 am - Bar Pic Nic, Molo Beverello 11:20 am - NH Panorama Hotel, Via Medina, 70, 80133 Napoli NA 11:30 am - Hotel Naples, C.so Umberto I, 55, 80132 Napoli NA 11:40 am -UNAHOTELS Napoli,10, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 9, 80142 Napoli NA 11:45 am -Starhotels Terminus, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NAPlease be 10 minutes earlier at the chosen pick up location. Our assistant or driver will have a signboard with your name on.Please arrive at least 10 minutes before. Our assistant or driver will be waiting at the meeting point holding a sign with your name.We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces. During the warmer months, bring sunscreen, a hat, and a bottleof water to stay hydrated
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Free time on the top of Mount Vesuvius.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Live commentary on board.
- Assistant.
- Light Lunch.
- Entrance ticket (€12 to be purchased in advance. Time slot 13:30 to 14:30).
- Drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Half-Day Vesuvius Drive and Summit Hike from Naples with Lunch is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half-Day Vesuvius Drive and Summit Hike from Naples with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Free time on the top of Mount Vesuvius
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Live commentary on board
- Assistant
- Light Lunch
- Entrance ticket (€12 to be purchased in advance. Time slot 13:30 to 14:30)
- Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
