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From Sorrento: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Guide

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Overview

Discover the ruins of Pompeii and the crater of Mount Vesuvius on a full-day guided tour from Sorrento. See the Forum, the Capitolium, the Macellum, the Theatre, and many other important sculptures and archaeological remains.

Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Sorrento and transfer by minibus to Pompeii with your archeologist guide. Visit the ruins of Pompeii, the Roman city that was buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Admire the Forum, the Capitolium, the Macellum, the Theatre, and many other important sculptures and archaeological remains.

After that, jump on board to be transferred to the entrance of Mount Vesuvius at a height of 1000 meters. Once there with your alpine guide, climb up the crater where you have free time to enjoy the breathtaking view over the Gulf of Naples.

Early in the afternoon, return to Sorrento to your hotel or meeting point.

What's Included

  • Hotel/meeting point pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance Tickets to Pompeii
  • Entry ticket to the Vesuvius National Park (€ 11,68 p.p.)
  • Meals and drinks (lunch option to book in advance in specific days of the week)
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Bar Kontatto

The meeting point will set by the Kontatto Bar in Sorrento - Corso Italia n.257 Sorrento (Na) , but let us know which is your hotel and we will let you know if we can pick you up there.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Pompeii

Travel to Pompeii by bus
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pompeii Archaeological Park

The ruins of Pompeii are a vast archaeological site in the southern Campania region, near the coast of the Gulf of Naples. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The preserved site features remains of excavated streets and houses that visitors can freely explore.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Foro de Pompeya

The Civil Forum is the centre of daily life in the city, on it are all the main public buildings for the administration of the city and justice, for the management of business, for commercial activities, as markets, in addition to the main places of worship in the city.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Tempio di Giove Capitolino

The Temple of Jupiter dominates the northern side of the Forum, and behind it stands scenographically the Vesuvius. With the deduction of the colony (80 BC) the temple was the subject of a radical remaking and became a real Capitolium, with three statues of worship of Jupiter, Juno and Minerva, imitating those of the Capitolium of Rome, placed on a high base, So that they are visible to those who passed through the square of the Forum.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Macellum

The Macellum of Pompeii was nothing more than the town market where people could buy groceries. Located north-east of the Forum, the complex had to remain away from the square not to create too much crowding, given the large number of people who certainly frequented it.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Via dell’Abbondanza

"Via dell'Abbondanza" is one of the main streets of the ancient city of Pompeii, in Campania, which connected the Forum with the Amphitheatre.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

The Stabiane Baths were built at various times. The initial phase of construction dates back to IV a.c. (the gym with the trapezoid base). The baths that we can admire today were built in the II sec a.c., a period when Pompeii was subjected to a major renovation. In the spa, not only did you take a bath, but you also discussed politics, battles, trials, women.... It was the town hall where the facts of the day were discussed.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Lupanar

The Pompeii Lupanare, with its erotic paintings is one of the most famous buildings of the excavations and had the function of brothel.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Mount Vesuvius

After that, jump on board to be transferred to the entrance of Mount Vesuvius at a height of 1000 meters.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vesuvius National Park

Once there with your alpine guide, climb up the crater where you have free time to enjoy the breathtaking view over the Gulf of Naples.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sorrento

Early in the afternoon, return to Sorrento to your hotel or meeting point.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In case the Vesuvius is closed due to bad weather, alternatively a partial refund of the tour will be provided
  • The tour can be operated by a multilingual guide
  • The duration and times of the route may vary due to local traffic conditions or other circumstances

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Sorrento: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Guide?

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). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Sorrento: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Guide?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel/meeting point pickup and drop-off.
  • Entrance Tickets to Pompeii.
  • Entry ticket to the Vesuvius National Park (€ 11,68 p.p.).
  • Transport by minibus to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius.
  • Free time to enjoy the view on the crater over the Gulf of Naples.
  • Climb up to the crater of Mount Vesuvius with an alpine guide.
  • Guided visit of Pompeii ruins 2 hrs guided tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals and drinks (lunch option to book in advance in specific days of the week).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the From Sorrento: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Guide is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Sorrento: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius Day Trip with Guide 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Hotel/meeting point pickup and drop-off
  • Entrance Tickets to Pompeii
  • Entry ticket to the Vesuvius National Park (€ 11,68 p.p.)
  • Transport by minibus to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius
  • Free time to enjoy the view on the crater over the Gulf of Naples
  • Climb up to the crater of Mount Vesuvius with an alpine guide
  • Guided visit of Pompeii ruins 2 hrs guided tour
  • Meals and drinks (lunch option to book in advance in specific days of the week)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • In case the Vesuvius is closed due to bad weather, alternatively a partial refund of the tour will be provided
  • The tour can be operated by a multilingual guide
  • The duration and times of the route may vary due to local traffic conditions or other circumstances
  • On the day of the excursion, the driver who picks you up will have a list of the names of the participants, so you will be called by the name provided at the time of booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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