• Naples - Begin your journey from Naples at the Starhotels Terminus. Prepare for an exciting full-day excursion that blends ancient history, stunning landscapes, and breathtaking views. Starting early from Naples allows you to avoid the crowds and fully enjoy your day.
• Pompeii Archaeological Park - Pompeii was an ancient Roman city located near modern-day Naples in Italy’s Campania region, within the comune of Pompei. Along with Herculaneum and numerous villas in the vicinity (such as those in Boscoreale and Stabiae), Pompeii was buried under 4 to 6 meters (13 to 20 feet) of volcanic ash and pumice during Mount Vesuvius’s eruption in AD 79.
• Forum - Situated at the center of Pompeii, the Forum was a bustling hub for market activities and trade, with significant political connections.
• Tempio di Giove Capitolino - Overlooked by Vesuvius, this temple featured statues of Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva, serving as the Capitolium, akin to the one in Ancient Rome. The statues were prominently displayed for visibility to those in the Forum.
• Macellum - Located on the Forum, the Macellum was Pompeii’s main provision market and a central point in the ancient city. It underwent several construction phases and was damaged during the earthquake of 62 CE.
• Via dell’Abbondanza - This was the main street (decumanus maximus) of ancient Pompeii, stretching east to west from the Forum to Porta Sarno. In ancient times, it was lively and bustling with shops, workshops (“officinae”), cafes, snack bars, and restaurants.
• Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane) - Positioned behind the Temple of Jupiter, the Forum Baths date back to the period following the establishment of the veteran colony by General Silla (80 BC). Separate entrances were provided for women’s and men’s quarters. The men’s section included an apodyterium (dressing room), which also served as a tepidarium (medium temperature baths), frigidarium (cold baths), and calidarium (hot baths). Like many structures in Pompeii, the baths suffered significant damage during the earthquake of 62 AD.
• Lupanar - The Lupanar of Pompeii is the most renowned brothel in the ancient Roman city. It is particularly notable for the erotic paintings adorning its walls. “Lupanar” is Latin for “brothel.” The Pompeii lupanar is also referred to as Lupanare Grande.
• Casa del Fauno - The House of the Faun (Casa del Fauno) is one of Pompeii’s largest and most opulent private residences, occupying an entire city block. Named after the iconic bronze statue of a dancing faun in its main atrium, the house exemplifies Roman architecture and Hellenistic influence. It is renowned for housing the magnificent Alexander Mosaic, depicting the battle between Alexander the Great and Darius III of Persia. With its two peristyle gardens and intricate floor mosaics, it stands as a testament to the immense wealth and refined taste of the city’s elite.
• Teatro Grande - The Large Theater of Pompeii was constructed by the Romans on a hillside, utilizing the natural depression of the mountain to create a grand auditorium divided into five sectors. The stage hosted tragedies from Greco-Roman traditions.
• Basilica - The Basilica is the most lavish building in the Forum, used for business transactions and the administration of justice.
• Vesuvius National Park - Reach the crater’s edge at 1,280 meters to enjoy a stunning view of the Gulf of Naples. The path’s surface is uneven, but the experience is truly rewarding. Following the catastrophic eruption, it was named after Vulcan, the Roman God of Flame and Metal Forgery.
• Vesuvius National Park - Drop off at 1,000 meters high on the Volcano. Mount Vesuvius is a somma-stratovolcano situated on the Gulf of Naples in Campania, Italy, approximately 9 km east of Naples and close to the shore. The 79 AD eruption devastated the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Mount Vesuvius is not isolated; it is connected to another mountain, Monte Somma. It is considered one of the world’s most dangerous volcanoes. Volcanologists and geologists agree that a significant eruption is overdue, and when it occurs, it will be substantial. The magma layer beneath Vesuvius spans an impressive 154 square miles, prompting scientists to monitor the volcano’s activity around the clock.
• Naples - Return journey to Naples.

• Centrally located meeting point in Naples
• Round-trip transportation with air-conditioned vehicle
• Skip the Line Access
• Entry/Admission - Pompeii Archaeological Park
• Entry/Admission - Vesuvius National Park
• Official guide in Pompeii
• Dedicated guide in Pompeii (if private option selected)
• Headphones in Pompeii to hear the guide clearly for groups bigger than 10 passengers

• Lunch

Embark on an intriguing excursion from Naples, where you have the chance to explore the historic Roman settlement of Pompeii with a knowledgeable guide for 2 and a half hours, discovering its remarkably well-preserved structures and relics. Following this, traverse up to 1000m of Mount Vesuvius – the volcano which almost annihilated the town in 79 A.D. Complete the final 200m journey on foot and take pleasure in the mesmerizing 360-degree panoramic scenery from the still-active volcano’s rim.

• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
• Group tour not suitable for cruise passengers
• In case the Vesuvius will be closed, we will offer as alternative the skip the line ticket to visit the archaeological site of Herculaneum

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.