Recently Viewed
Mt. Vesuvius and Pompeii Tour: Experience Ancient Roman Life and Handmade Pasta Class
5.0
4 Ratings
Pompei
Embark on a captivating tour of Mt. Vesuvius and Pompeii, exploring ancient Roman life and indulging in a handmade pasta class. Immerse yourself in history and savor the flavors of Naples with a breathtaking view.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
learn more
Highlights
- Pompeii Archaeological Park - You will meet a licensed guide at the main gate in Pompeii, after purchasing tickets, the tour begins and you will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.
- Piazza Porta Marina - This gate provides access to the west of the city and it is the most impressive among the seven gates of Pompeii.
- Forum - The Civil Forum is the core of daily life of the city and is the focal point of all the main public buildings for city administration and justice, business management, and trade activities such as markets, as well as the main places of citizen worship.
- Basilica - This space was used to carry out business and for the administration of justice. It is accessed from the Forum through five entrances separated by tuff pillars
- Thermopolium - This was a small cook-shops where hot food was sold
- Casa del Fauno - It is one of the larger houses of Pompeii, covering an entire block of about 3000 sqm and, according to its original layout, it dates back to the 2nd century BC.
- House of the Vettii - The house, one of the richest and most famous in Pompeii, is under the protection of Priapus, the god of prosperity, painted to the right of the door, symbolizing the economic success of the owners, the brothers Aulus Vettius Restitutus and Aulus Vettius Conviva liberti, who became rich through trade.
- Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane) - The pool is found to the left, whereas a colonnade is found to the right, which leads to the men’s quarters, which are split into the apodyterium (dressing room), with the frigidarium (for cold baths), which leads to the tepidarium (for medium temperature baths) and then to the calidarium (for hot baths).
- Teatro Grande - The Grand Theatre was built by exploiting the natural slope of the hill for the construction of the auditorium. The staircase was separated into three areas with corridors, which were in turn divided into five sectors, and was based on a passage with a barrel vault.
- Parco Acheologico di Ercolano - You will be taken by your driver to the Archeological Park of Herculaneum. There, you meet a licensed guide at the main gate and after purchasing tickets, your tour begins. You will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.
- Vesuvio National Park - Approximately 40 minutes drive from the highway to the point closest to trail that takes to the summit. An approximately 35 min. walk to the top of the volcano. An approximately 35 min. walk back down to the car. Approximately 40 min. drive down to the highway.
- Vesuvio National Park - The nature trail n. 5 \
What's Included
- Accommodation, port, train station, and airport pickup and drop-off
- Cooking class participation fee included
- Provided bottled water to stay hydrated
- Professional drivers ensure smooth transit
- Option to include a professional guide for an enhanced experience
- Option to include tickets to the ancient city of Pompeii
- Lunch fee included for a delightful meal
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Tickets to Mount Vesuvius
Additional Information
Standing as a beautiful yet imposing figure, Mt Vesuvius, infamous for its obliteration of Pompeii and Herculaneum in AD 79, dominates the skyline of the Bay of Naples.
Frozen in time by the cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79, Pompeii serves as the best preserved glimpse into daily Roman life nearly two millennia ago.
Master the art of handmade pasta creation, followed by a delightful lunch in the leisurely setting of a roof-top terrace with views over the Bay of Naples.
- Dress code is smart casual
- If passenger are on a Cruise ship, at time of booking, They must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Pompeii Archaeological Park
at the main entrance of Porta Marina Superiore.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(4 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Danielle_s
Jun 18, 2023
Excellent day! - Tony's van was immaculate, he drove smoothly, he had so much knowledge about the entire peninsula, it was a dream tour! Then the pasta making was so fun, easy, and delicious, it was a perfect way to end the day. Would absolutely recommend!
Review provided by Viator
Stephen_h
Mar 31, 2023
Wonderful and unique experience - My mother and I had a wonderful time with Antonino in and around Naples! We would have missed so much in Pompeii without him. Making pasta at his home was so wonderful and DELICIOUS. I’ve already recommended him to other friends!
Review provided by Viator
A8332eljamieb
Dec 3, 2022
Must do! - One of the highlights of our trips for sure! Antonino‘s knowledge of Pompeii was extraordinary. We weren’t able to do the hike up Mount Vesuvius due to it being closed but Antonino drove us as far as we could and took us to an amazing overlook. The homemade pasta class was so much fun and well and the resulting lunch was delicious. Highly recommend!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Emilyru820ii
Jul 6, 2021
Amazing!!! - Absolutely amazing experience! Would highly highly recommend and private tour is the only way to go to truly experience these places and history. Tony was fantastic! Could not have hoped for any better of an experience or service.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
More activities from this operator
