Explore the ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Vesuvius on a half-day coach tour from Sorrento. Stroll around the Roman ruins in the company of a local guide, and see the Temple of Apollo, Garden of the Fugitives, and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Starting time 8:10 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a scenic drive of the Sorrento Peninsula
- Tour the ruins of Pompeii and imagine life in an everyday Roman city
- See the Garden of the Fugitives, the Temple of Apollo, and more
- Learn about the history of the Greco Roman town and the volcanic eruption that destroyed it from an expert local guide
Full description
Discover Italy’s unmatched Mecca of archaeological sites on a half-day tour of Pompeii at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, and enjoy a scenic drive along the Sorrento Peninsula.
Depart from Sorrento by bus at 08:15, heading around the Bay of Naples to the famous Roman ruins of Pompeii. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a guided tour of the excavations, and discover the streets, baths, villas, Forum, and beautiful frescoes that were frozen in time after the devastating eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.
Your guide will explain the history of the Greco Roman city, an open-air museum that provides a perfect opportunity to imagine what life was like in an everyday Roman town. Sit back and relax on the scenic drive from Sorrento, admiring the glittering Tyrrhenian Sea and Campania countryside.
Includes
- Transportation by bus
- Local guide
- Entrance fees to Pompeii
- Lunch
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Meet your guide Achille Lauro parking area, in front of the Europa Palace hotel. Via Correale, 34/36
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