Pompeii, Amalfi Coast and Sorrento Full Day Tour from Rome
Sip Limoncello in the Italy’s crown jewel and enjoy visiting an ancient town frozen in time
Eager to uncover the secrets of Pompeii and experience the breathtaking beauty of the Amalfi Coast, but have just one day? Forget sorting tricky logistics yourself and join this extraordinary tour, departing early from Rome and bringing you on a day filled with historical exploration and scenic indulgence. Between skip-the-line access to Pompeii, a guided tour of Sorrento’s hillside alleys, and a refreshing limoncello tasting, each minute of this 12-hour tour promises to leave you awestruck.
What You Get With This Tour
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Passionate English-speaking guide
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Roundtrip transportation
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Pompeii ruins ticket
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Amalfi Coast, Sorrento and more
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Limoncello tasting
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Group size of 50
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Lunch
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Guide gratuities
Tour Itinerary
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Meeting point in Piazza del Popolo
Your guide will be waiting for you, together with your fellow travelers. -
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Transportation from Rome to Pompeii
Board a comfortable, air-conditioned bus and enjoy the ride to Pompeii -
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Pompeii Archeological Park
Admire the iconic ruins of the city that was destroyed by a,Vesuvius eruption. -
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Forum of Pompeii
One of the highlight of your visit will be the ancient Forum, the focal point for political life. -
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Free time for lunch
Enjoy some free time to grab a local, quick lunch, before continuing to the rest of your trip! -
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Sorrento
Admire this iconic, picturesque city, nested in the Amalfi Coast. -
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Limoncello tasting
Enjoy in a tasting of this iconic liqueur, made with local lemons -
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Ending point in Piazza del Popolo
Board the coach that will take you back to your original meeting point
Additional Information
Set off on a remarkable 12-hour adventure that transports you from the bustling streets of Rome, namely the iconic Piazza del Popolo, to the historic ruins of Pompeii and the spectacular scenery of the Amalfi Coast. As you journey south in a state-of-the-art coach, you'll be accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide who brings the landscapes and stories of Southern Italy to life.
Your journey begins with an insightful archaeological tour of Pompeii, where the past comes alive through excavated alleys and houses that were abruptly destroyed in an ancient volcanic eruption. Additionally, spend two hours roaming the charming streets of Sorrento before wrapping up the tour with a limoncello tasting and a return journey to Rome.
Pompeii and Sorrento Full Day Tour from Rome Description
Your 12-hour tour includes:
Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Skip-the-line access to Pompeii Archaeological Park
Archeologist-led tour of Pompeii
Return transport from Rome by coach with Wifi
Scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast
Limoncello tasting in Sorrento
Free time to explore Sorrento
Wi-Fi on the coach
Audio headsets for clear, live commentary
Early departure from Rome
Your full-day adventure begins bright and early at Rome's Piazza del Popolo, where you’ll meet your friendly guide and fellow travelers. Hop aboard a comfortable air-conditioned bus and settle in for a picturesque journey through the rolling hills and vineyards of the Roman countryside to Pompeii. You know you’re getting close when Mount Vesuvius, the famous volcano that erupted in 79 AD and buried the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, stands prominently before you.
Ponder the secrets of Pompeii
With skip-the-line tickets in hand, follow your archaeologist guide straight into the frozen-in-time ruins of Pompeii. Walk past old bakeries and villas, stand amid once-bustling marketplaces, and tune in as your guide shares insights into the Forum and the Amphitheater. Strolling among the remnants, you'll find yourself imagining the bustling life of this once-thriving Roman city, silenced and lost to memory for over a millennium and a half.
Explore the idyllic Amalfi Coast
Leaving Pompeii, your journey continues along the cliff-hugging roads of the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast. Famed for its dramatic landscapes, picturesque villages, and azure seas, the Amalfi Coast is truly one of the places you must see to fully appreciate its splendor. And one of its finest gems, although technically overlooking the Bay of Naples, is Sorrento. Here, you’ll hop out for an immersive walking tour, leading you through narrow cobblestone streets, past colorful fishing boats bobbing in Marina Grande, and to lookouts famed for their views of the Bay of Naples and Capri.
Limoncello tasting and return journey
As your Sorrento walking tour nears its end, there’s only one thing left to do—indulge in a delightful limoncello tasting. This sweet, zesty liqueur is made with the region’s larger, fragrant lemons that are lovingly grown on the surrounding terraced cliffs. Cheers to your fellow adventures and superb guide for the day; then, make your way back to the coach for a return journey to Rome. Expect to arrive back at Piazza del Popolo around 8 pm, buzzing from a day rich in history, beauty, and local flavors. Thanks for joining and arrivederci!
Customer Reviews
This was the best part of our week. Sorrento is absolutely beautiful and alit of fun to walk around. Pompeii was an amazing place to see. Our guide, Antonio and the bus driver…Enrique were awesome. He went out if his way to provide a ton of information to make the trip special. Very much appreciated!
Pompeii/Sorrento trip was good. Our guide was Pari. She was ok. But in general the quality of guides in Italy is much lower than in other countries. They do not try. They don’t make sure to annunciate, and the quality of material is very basic. The bar is low so when u meet a good, professional guide, you really know it. And these guys were not it. It was adequate but not great. A lot of time and effort is spent on explaining the logistics, time and places to meet up etc. I feel like it can be done better in this day and age. Like they can drop all the pins in the app instead of telling us where to meet up and us writing down the names of plazas, streets to meet up at and times. Also, if I would do it again I would probably choose to see Positano, not Sorrento. It may be less chaotic and even more beautiful. Sorrento was nice but not as spectacular as I hoped. Our Local tour guy in Pompeii was very good though. No complaints. Overall it was just ok. Finding the place to meet up was fine. There is a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes especially in Pompeii.
Natascia did a really great job of laying out the exceptions for the day as it came. Her narration on the comfortable and air conditioned bus put context to what we were seeing. The views were breathtaking and visiting the Limoncello di Capri factory was a delightful surprise where you can experience a quick sampling of their products to purchase. Sorrento is a breathtaking town on the coast that allows you to grab some souvenirs. We were then handed over to Alessandro who kept our interest which the highlights of Pompeii. We were also given the opporturnity to purchase lunch and it was an eventful day. We did two tours with the Tour Guy, and two others with competitors. I felt that they were much more organized, enthusiastic about what they were sharing, and very detailed directions on the meet up point allowed first timers in Rome ease in getting there. It really took the guesswork out of planning and transportation. It was worth the expense.
We chose this tour because we wanted to visit Pompeii and were spending the night in Sorrento. The agenda when we purchased was Pompeii and ending in Sorrento. When we got on the bus the guide explained it would be Sorrento first and then Pompeii, so we were unable to visit Pompeii as we planned for and paid for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
It's always smart to wear comfortable shoes since you'll be on your feet for some of the tour. A good camera, seasonally appropriate clothing, and a water bottle are also recommended.
Where to meet?
This tour starts and ends at Piazza del Popolo in Rome.
What to bring?
It's always smart to wear comfortable shoes since you'll be on your feet for some of the tour. A good camera, seasonally appropriate clothing, and a water bottle are also recommended.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
This tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Rome.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
If you have any doubts about your mobility, please let us know beforehand. This tour includes walking on uneven terrain and navigating steep staircases.
What happens if it rains?
We run our Pompeii and Sorrento Full Day Tour from Rome rain or shine. If the weather is extremely bad and we cannot proceed with the tour, we'll let you know as soon as possible.
Is there any chance my tour might be canceled?
On the rare occasions the tour is canceled, we'll inform you as soon as possible.
Is lunch or dinner included in the price of the tour?
Lunch is not included, but you’ll have some free time to buy delicious food in Pompeii.
Are drinks included in the price of the tour?
No, but our guides are happy to recommend a great spot to grab a drink. There will be refreshments for sale around the Ruins of Pompeii and in Sorrento. Additionally, there will be two stops with refreshments during each of your trips to and from Rome.
Can I bring my kids, and do I have to pay for them?
Yes, everyone is welcome on our Pompeii and Sorrento Full Day Tour from Rome. Children under 14 years old enjoy a discounted rate and infants can join for free, but won't have a reserved seat on the couch. Please choose accordingly during the booking.
Does this tour include hotel pickup?
Hotel pickup is not included on this tour. You will meet your guide at Piazza del Popolo in Rome at 7:40 am.
Can I bring my luggage with me on the tour?
Unfortunately not, as we do not have a storage space to accommodate items on our coaches. We are also unable to take responsibility for any baggage that would be left on the coach.
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