Naples Day Trip to Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius with Lunch and Wine Tasting

For the next two hours, you’ll be completely immersed in ancient Roman history as your knowledge guide leads you to Pompeii’s most fascinating sites. Next, you’ll be driven to Mount Vesuvius where a specialized guide will lead you up a scenic trail. As you climb thise legendary volcano, your local guide will share details about the volcano’s fascinating history.

Finally, refuel your energy as you sit down for lunch at a picturesque vineyard situated on Mount Vesuvius! You’ll be treated to an authentic, Southern Italian meal along with a delicious tasting of fine Italian wines from the vineyard. After a scenic, 40-minute drive back to Naples you’ll be conveniently dropped off at your original meeting point.

Naples Day Trip to Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius with Lunch Wine Tasting Description

Your 8-hour tour from Naples includes:

• Friendly English-speaking, local guide

• Roundtrip transportation from Naples

• Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii

• Guided tour of Pompeii ruins

• Entry to Mount Vesuvius with a guide for two hours of exploration

• 2 Wine tasting at a local vineyard

• 3-course Italian lunch

• Fun group atmosphere Fun group atmosphere, up to 18 people

Depart from Naples

Your journey to the ancient ruins of Pompeii begins brightly and early at Piazza Garibaldi 91 in Naples.

Your day starts aboard a comfortable bus, where you'll join an enthusiastic group of fellow travelers, limited to a maximum of 18 people, for a quick, 30-minute drive to Pompeii.

Explore the Ruins of Pompeii

After arriving in Pompeii, you’ll bypass the long line of tourists thanks to your skip-the-line tickets! Spend the next two hours completely immersed in Roman history as you’re treated to a guided tour of the jaw-dropping, ancient ruins. Learn about what life was like 2,000 years ago as your expert guide leads you through the historic site.

Pompeii is one of the most significant archaeological sites in the world, offering an unparalleled glimpse into the daily life of an ancient Roman city frozen in time. Buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, the city was preserved for centuries, allowing visitors today to walk through its remarkably intact streets, buildings, and artifacts.

Admire the Forum and the Roman Thermal Baths, marvel at the incredibly well-preserved remains of bakeries and shops, and wander past what was once the elite villa of Domus.

Climb Mount Vesuvius

After your eye-opening tour of Pompeii, it’s time to explore the breathtaking Mount Vesuvius. This volcano is not only a symbol of natural power but also a living testament to the force of nature. Known for its eruption in 79 AD, which buried Pompeii and Herculaneum, Vesuvius remains one of the most studied and active volcanoes in the world. Visitors come from around the globe to stand on its slopes and witness the beauty and danger of this towering giant.

Spend two hours climbing Italy’s active volcano, where a specialized guide will lead you up an incredibly scenic trail. Trek past pine forests and verdant woods as you learn all about the fascinating history of the famous volcano and its past eruptions. From the summit, take in phenomenal views of the Bay of Naples before heading back down.

Delicious lunch and Wine Tasting at a Local Vineyard

After all that exploring, you’ve surely worked up an appetite! Rest your legs at your final stop of the tour, a charming local vineyard located on Mount Vesuvius.

The volcanic soil on the slopes of Vesuvius has been cultivated for centuries, creating ideal conditions for growing grapes. The unique combination of rich soil, climate, and the mountain’s activity gives the wines of Vesuvius a distinct, flavorful profile, making them highly prized. Admire the picturesque setting as you’re served a decadent lunch of Southern Italian cuisine.

Of course, no visit to a winery is complete without sampling some fine Italian wine! Enjoy a tasting of two wonderful wines with your delicious meal, which includes an appetizer of cured meats, cheeses, and seasonal vegetables as starters, a pasta main course, and a dessert.

Drive Back to Naples

After leaving Mount Vesuvius, it’s time to make your way back to Naples. Take in the view from your window or scroll through your camera roll full of amazing photos as you’re driven back to the city. After about 40 minutes, you will arrive in Naples and will be dropped off at your original meeting point.