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Naples: Mount Vesuvius Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio Guide

1. Naples: Mount Vesuvius Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio Guide

Climb to the peak of Mount Vesuvius and take in panoramic views of Pompeii and the Gulf of Naples. Receive a skip-the-line admission ticket and listen to an insightful audio guide on the way up to learn more about the mountain. Upgrade your experience with a bus transfer from Naples. Start the day with your bus ride from Naples or arrive directly at Mount Vesuvius, depending on your selected option. Walk right in with your pre-booked ticket and begin the scenic hike at your own pace. Immerse yourself in local history and hear all about this world-famous volcano as you trek. Take advantage of the informative audio guide and enjoy a leisurely trail, perfect for all skill levels.

Ercolano: Herculaneum Entry Ticket w/ Optional Audio Guide

2. Ercolano: Herculaneum Entry Ticket w/ Optional Audio Guide

Gain instant access to the ancient Roman town of Herculaneum with your priority entrance ticket. Herculaneum was buried under ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD but, unlike the nearby site of Pompeii, a lot of the town was preserved: roofs, beds, doors, food, and even 300 skeletons. Walk the cobbled streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and get a glimpse of what life was like before the devastating eruption. Marvel at artifacts that have kept their original form for almost 2000 years.  Explore intact buildings at your own pace, see well-preserved frescoes and imagine the daily rituals of those using the shops, public gymnasium, and public swimming baths that can still be seen today. 

From Naples: Gulf of Naples & Capri Sightseeing Boat Tour

3. From Naples: Gulf of Naples & Capri Sightseeing Boat Tour

Embark on a guided ferry tour to the island of Capri from Naples. Explore Capri and take in the views of the Gulf of Naples and Mt. Vesuvius. Swim in the crystal water near the Faraglioni Rocks.cBegin the tour with a pickup from the meeting point. Cross the Gulf of Naples, and take in views of the majestic Mount Vesuvius which dominates the skyline. Start the boat tour around the island from the port of Marina Grande. Go inside several stunning sea caves including the White and Green Grotto. Along the way, admire the Natural Arch, the Villa of Curzio Malaparte, the lighthouse of Punta Carena, and the Faraglioni, passing through the famous Arch of Love. Get all the information you need to know more about the island of Capri from your captain. If you choose the option with a swimming stop, drop anchor at Marina Piccola near the Faraglioni Rocks. Jump in the water to go swimming and enjoy a view of the towering rock formations. Explore the island on foot during your 3-4 hours of leisure time. Depart from Capri in the late afternoon. Once you have arrived at the port, enjoy a return transfer back to the starting point.

Naples: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tour with Archaeologist

4. Naples: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tour with Archaeologist

This tour will take you on a guided visit of the world’s best preserved Roman city, Herculaneum. This was a rich city of merchants and nobility, whose lives ended dramatically fast with the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago.  See the waterfront, where the remains of more than 300 people lie, who died trying to escape by sea. Explore the Samnite house, the thermal baths, the Temple of the Augustales, and the Forum. Discover the house of Neptune and Amphitrite, the Gymnasium, and much more. During this experience you can see not only stone, marble, and ceramics that survived the eruption, but also carbonized wood, and paintings and mosaics even more exquisite than those found in Pompeii. Learn about life in this city, and the blast that destroyed it, on this 2-hour guided tour.

From Ercolano: Vesuvio Park Entry Ticket and Roundtrip Bus

5. From Ercolano: Vesuvio Park Entry Ticket and Roundtrip Bus

Tourist transport service that connects the ancient Herculaneum to the Great Cone of Vesuvius. The shortest and at the same time most spectacular route to visit the most famous volcano in the world. The territory of the Vesuvius National Park is a concentration of naturalistic riches, history of volcanology, breathtaking landscapes, centuries-old crops and traditions that make the Vesuvius area one of the most fascinating and among the most visited places in the world. From Ercolano Scavi Station, Vesuvio Express will bring you at the entrance of the Vesuvio Park (1.000m) and after 2 hours, you will take a bus to come back. The tour is long 3 hours, more or less. The entrance ticket for Vesuvio Park is included. Pay attention: You must respect the timetable you have purchased. The entrance ticket for the Vesuvio Park has an entrance hour. If you are in late, it is no more valid and the Vesuvio Park will block you at the entrance of the Vesuvio. If you will arrive in late, Vesuvio Express will bring you on the Vesuvio with the first available bus but the entrance ticket for the Vesuvio will no more valid and you will no have reimbursement of it. So don't be in late.

Campania Artecard: 3 - 7 Day or Gold 365 City Pass

6. Campania Artecard: 3 - 7 Day or Gold 365 City Pass

Purchase the Naples & Campania Artecard for access to over 40 monuments, museums, and archaeological sites, including Ruins of Pompei, Herculaneum, National Archaeological Museum, Madre, Museum and Royal Wood of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, Castel Sant'Elmo, Certosa of San Martino, Royal Palace of Caserta, Paestum, and the Archaeological Museum of Capua. Enjoy free admission to many museums or sites and discounted admission to all other museums and archaeological sites visited thereafter. Explore the city as you travel for free on the Naples and Campania regional public transportation network (UnicoCampania public transport system). Visit your chosen cultural sites, selecting freely from the following list, and receive a discount of up to 50% from the other sites on: • Parco Archeologico di Pompei • Parco Archeologico di Ercolano • Museo Archeologico Nazionale • Palazzo Reale di Napoli • Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte • Reggia di Caserta • Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Paestum • Palazzo Reale di Napoli • Certosa e Museo di San Martino • Madre_Museo d’Arte Contemporanea Donnaregina • Museo Pignatelli Cortes • Museo Duca di Martina • Museo civico di Castel Nuovo • Castel Sant'Elmo • Parco Archeologico di Oplontis • Scavi di Oplontis • Scavi di Stabia • Scavi di Boscoreale ed Antiquarium • Parco Archeologico di Baia • Museo Archeologico dei Campi Flegrei nel Castello di Baia • Anfiteatro Flavio • Parco Archeologico di Cuma • Museo Archeologico dell'Antica Capua • Museo dei Gladiatori • Anfiteatro Campano • Mitreo • Parco Archeologico di Paestum • Certosa San Lorenzo • Parco Archeologico di Elea Velia

From Pompei: Vesuvius Easy Tour Transfer

7. From Pompei: Vesuvius Easy Tour Transfer

Travel in our deluxe minibus to reach an altitude of 1000 meters and then hike up to climb the crater. Once you get to the top, gaze at the crater, its fumaroles and the unique panorama of the whole region with Capri, Ischia, Procida, Naples and Pompeii from above. Pick up and drop off in Pompeii.

Ercolano: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide

8. Ercolano: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide

Visit the ruins of Herculaneum! The Roman city of Herculaneum, destroyed and buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D., was brought back to the chronicles of history in the 18th century thanks to Bourbon explorations. Over time, the memory of the location of the ancient Roman city was lost, and it was not until 1710 that a farmer, Ambrogio Nucerino, digging a well to irrigate his vegetable garden, recovered many valuable marble fragments, which only later were understood to belong to the theater of the ancient city. A smart audio guide, directly on your cell phone, will guide you to discover the city's most important archaeological evidence.

Pompeii: Small-Group Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum

9. Pompeii: Small-Group Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum

This tour consists of a pleasant walk around the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried by the ashes of the volcano Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Your tour will be conducted in English, and will cater only to a small group with a maximum of 20 people. During the infamous eruption, Pompeii and its inhabitants were buried by tons of pumice and volcanic ash, which preserved many things and materials in amazing conditions. Following your tour in Pompeii, you will have time to grab some lunch, or to stroll through the souvenir shops outside the ruins. Afterwards, take the Circumesuviana train leading to Ercolano (a 20 minute trip), where you will start your walk through the ruins. There, discover that Herculaneum is much smaller, but better preserved than Pompeii. While Pompeii had been covered in four meters of ashes, an avalanche of mud 20 meters thick had buried Herculaneum. Second floors of the buildings, carbonized wooden objects, intact paintings, and mosaics are still preserved and on display. The site gives a vivid impression of the opulent lifestyle which was enjoyed by the wealthier citizens of the Roman Empire.

From Pompeii: Bus Transfer to Vesuvius with Park Entry Fee

10. From Pompeii: Bus Transfer to Vesuvius with Park Entry Fee

Travel in a deluxe minibus with climate-control and spacious seats to reach Vesuvius with this tour from Pompeii. Enjoy sweeping views of the Bay of Naples and get a ticket to walk up to the crater at your own pace.  Hop aboard the comfortable bus at a centrally-located meeting point in Pompeii. Sip back and relax with plenty of legroom as you take in the Italian countryside on the way to Vesuvius. Drive up to an elevation of 1000-meters where the bus will park.  Disembark and receive a ticket to enter the Vesuvio National Park. Walk the rest of the way to the crater on a well-maintained path. Admire views of the crater and its fumaroles. Capture photos of breathtaking panoramic views of the whole region with Capri, Ischia, Procida, Naples and Pompeii from above. Return to the bus and travel back to your meeting point in Pompeii with memories that will last a lifetime. 

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This guided tour with Michael was really interesting. I think having seen Pompeii first really made Herculaneum a great experience. It is a long day but very enjoyable.

I am happy that I find this offer: alls 3 top destination in one way. All was underfull, Salvatore one verry good driver+ guide

Amazing place to visit. So much to see and enjoy. We had an audio guide which was easy to use and very informative.

Salvador was an amazing driver, very knowledgable, kind and we had a really great time! Thank you!

Our guide was very knowledgeable and had a lot of interesting stories. Highly recommend!