Naples: Day-Trip to Herculaneum and Vesuvius
ID: GYG194165-301157
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Enjoy full transportation from Naples to Herculaneum and Mt. Vesuvius, complete with skip-the-line access and free time to explore the sites on your own.
Start your full-day trip from the historical city center of Naples from where you will venture to the Herculaneum ruins. After approximately 40 minutes of driving, the bus will drop you off nearby the main entrance of the ruins. You can enjoy skip-the-line entrance with your voucher, before being able to discover Herculaneum on your own.
Herculaneum was the first archaeological site discovered in the 18th century, and became one of the most famous sites in the world. Nowadays, Herculaneum boasts several landmarks such as the house with the mosaic atrium, the house of the deer, the thermal spas of the forum, the house of the mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite, which definitely deserves to be visited.
Afterwards you will continue on to Mount Vesuvius, enjoying a drive through a national park that features amazing views of the Bay of Naples. The bus will climb to a height of 1,000 meters, from where you will take a walking path up to the crater where you can admire area views and learn more about local geology from the volcanological guides. Following your Mt. Vesuvius visit, you’ll head back to Naples.
Highlights
- Visit two highlights of the Campania region in only one day
- Enjoy a full transportation service with a shuttle bus
- Take advantage of entering the sites by skipping the line
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is free of charge for children up to 3 years old
• This tour has reduced price for children between the ages of 4 and 17 years old
• Pick-up is possible from different locations such as the main train station or seaport
• In the event that Vesuvius is forced to close due to forces of nature or meteorological conditions not depending on the company, clients are allowed to change the date or get the refund (only for the Vesuvius entrance fee)
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
