Hike Mt Vesuvius with a shared transportation from Pompeii. Peer inside the still quiescent crater and enjoy the fantastic exploration of the most famous volcano in the world.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
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Driver: English
Small group: Limited to 8 participants

Highlights

Hike Mt Vesuvius
Look inside the dormant volcano
Be amazed by the breathtaking view of the Bay of Naples

Full description

Hike to the crater of Mt. Vesuvius, peering into the mouth of the most famous volcano in the world. You will be picked up in a shared transportation from Pompeii and driven to the base of Mt. Vesuvius. Your skip-the-line tickets will grant you speedy access to the route up the volcano whose immense force destroyed the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Climb this legendary mountain and have a look into the still quiescent deep crater. A 20-minute walk is required to reach the highest part of the crater. Once you reach the top, stand at the crater rim and bask in the stunning panoramic view of the Bay of Naples, Capri, Ischia, the edge of the Sorrento coast, and more. The driver will assist you and tell you some of the most interesting anecdotes and stories of the area and it's fascinating, rich history. Pickup and drop-off at Pompeii ruins main entrance: Porta Marina Superiore.

Includes

Driving and assistance for the entire duration of the tour
Transportation by shared Minivan
Vesuvius skip-the-line entrance tickets
All fees and taxes

Lunch
Personal expenses

Not suitable for

People with back problems
People with mobility impairments
People with heart problems
Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check

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Meeting point

Meet at the main gate of Pompeii, Porta Marina Superiore, Via Villa dei Misteri 3. We will wait by the gate, just in front of the bar-restaurant Hortus with a lot of lemons and oranges hanging outside. We will have a sign with "Askos Tours" written on it. The meeting point is just few steps away the Circumvesuviana train station Pompei-Villa dei Misteri.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Water

Know before you go

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 31 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
4.9/5

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With Francesco we had a great guide who turned the trip into an event. Punctual departure, very understandable English, all the time on the road with the group, told many interesting facts and anecdotes and organized a free tour with a ranger upstairs (about 20 minutes). We are very satisfied and happy to have taken this excursion and to have Francesco as our guide!

August 12, 2021

The meeting with our guide Francesco at the main gate of Pompeii worked out great. We left on time for our tour, Mount Vesuvius. During the ride in the minivan, Francesco explained some interesting facts about the region and the volcano itself. After about half an hour we were at the highest point that can be reached by car. The ascent on foot took 30 to 40 minutes and was quite strenuous in the 34 degree heat. It is essential to wear sturdy shoes! But Francesco always motivated us and also took photos with us. At the crater we had 1 hour to explore. There are also opportunities to stock up on soft drinks. Then it went back again. We really enjoyed it. Francesco was a great guide, especially because of his wit and charm!

July 9, 2021

We loved the tour with Francesco. He is a really friendly local who gives information about pompeji and the vesuv and motivates you with typical italian songs while bringing you up the vesuv. You are walking in a small Group up the Vesuv and have afterwards 45 min for yourself which is enough to enjoy the view and to take Photos. We definetely recommend the Tour!

October 16, 2021

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Pompeii: Half-day Tour of Mt. Vesuvius with Skip-the-line

Pompeii: Half-day Tour of Mt. Vesuvius with Skip-the-line

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