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Vesuvio and Herculaneum Excursion (6 hours)

Naples, Italy
5h30DurationEnglish, Italian, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

This experience involves a visit to the active volcano, Vesuvio, which offers stunning views of the Gulf of Naples and its islands. The excursion includes a 20-25 minute uphill walk to the crater, which reaches 1,281 meters. Entrance to the crater comes with a 2-hour internal guide. Herculaneum, buried under meters of ash and pumice during the catastrophic eruption of 79 AD, is also part of the tour. A professional private guide is highly recommended to enhance the visit to the site's significant structures. This guide is available upon request and can assist in skipping long lines at the ticket office; the cost for the guide is not included in the tour price. Additionally, there is an option for a lunch break at a local traditional restaurant, where a fixed menu with local foods, drinks, wine, and dessert is available.

Itinerary

1

Parco Nazionale Del Vesuvio

The excursion includes 2/3 stops, Vesuvius for the visit of the crater at 1,281 meters high, Tour on the Vesuvius crater where there is a magnificent panorama of the Gulf of Naples with its islands to see ..

2

Archeological Park of Herculaneum

Herculaneum is world famous for the archaeological excavations of the Roman city founded, according to legend, by Hercules and destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79; together with those of Pompeii and Aplonti, they are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

What's included / not included

Wifi onboardBottled waterCommentary on board in agreed language.All Fees and TaxesAir conditioned vehicle
Enter the monuments and archaeological sitesTipLunchPersonal expenses

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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