Mount Vesuvius
Explore the crater of the infamous volcano, take in panoramic views of the Bay of Naples, and discover nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum on Mount Vesuvius tours. Don't miss the chance to savor local wines and cuisine in the nearby villages of Vesuvius National Park.
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Must-see highlights & key info
- Head straight up to the Great Cone—because no volcano visit is complete without staring into its crater!
- Trek for 90 minutes through lava-swept slopes and take in jaw-dropping panoramas of the Bay of Naples.
- Get an audio guide in five languages and uncover the fiery history and science behind this legendary volcano.
- Make it hassle-free with an upgrade to include round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and a volcanological guide who’ll share fascinating facts along the way.
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- Head straight up to the Great Cone—because no volcano visit is complete without staring into its crater!
- Trek for 90 minutes through lava-swept slopes and take in jaw-dropping panoramas of the Bay of Naples.
- Get an audio guide in five languages and uncover the fiery history and science behind this legendary volcano.
- Make it hassle-free with an upgrade to include round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and a volcanological guide who’ll share fascinating facts along the way.
- Hop aboard a comfy minivan from Pompeii and explore the most famous active volcano in the world.
- Enter Mount Vesuvius, and then get dropped off at an altitude of 1000m to begin your ascent.
- Hike up to the top of the crater to admire the Gulf of Naples and the Campania hinterland, upgrade to watch it painted in colors of sunset.
- Gaze right at the Grand Cone with a volcanological guide by your side! Choose this option if you want to learn more about volcanic impact.
- Fun fact: You'll pass the world's oldest volcanological monitoring center, covering the areas of Mount Vesuvius, the Phlegraean Fields, and Ischia.
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- Hop aboard a comfy minivan from Pompeii and explore the most famous active volcano in the world.
- Enter Mount Vesuvius, and then get dropped off at an altitude of 1000m to begin your ascent.
- Hike up to the top of the crater to admire the Gulf of Naples and the Campania hinterland, upgrade to watch it painted in colors of sunset.
- Gaze right at the Grand Cone with a volcanological guide by your side! Choose this option if you want to learn more about volcanic impact.
- Fun fact: You'll pass the world's oldest volcanological monitoring center, covering the areas of Mount Vesuvius, the Phlegraean Fields, and Ischia.
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Experience swift entry with entry tickets to Mount Vesuvius, complete with a leisurely round-trip bus service from Naples.
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Ascend to the Great Cone with your volcanological guide amid captivating vistas of the Bay of Naples’ islands and Pompeii.
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At this vital segment of the Campanian volcanic arc, see the magma remains of the last eruption!
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Fun fact: The Mount Vesuvius park area is home to around 150 bird species! Bring along your camera to capture raptors like falcons and buzzards.
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Experience swift entry with entry tickets to Mount Vesuvius, complete with a leisurely round-trip bus service from Naples.
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Ascend to the Great Cone with your volcanological guide amid captivating vistas of the Bay of Naples’ islands and Pompeii.
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At this vital segment of the Campanian volcanic arc, see the magma remains of the last eruption!
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Fun fact: The Mount Vesuvius park area is home to around 150 bird species! Bring along your camera to capture raptors like falcons and buzzards.
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Explore Vesuvius and Herculaneum or Pompeii in a single day with round-trip transfers and audio guides.
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Upgrade to visit all three, or try out a small-group tour of Vesuvius and Pompeii!
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Scale the Vesuvian crater and uncovers its fascinating geology with an expert volcanological guide.
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Marvel at the impressive frescoes, mosaics, and architecture preserved by the 79 AD eruption at both Pompeii and Herculaneum.
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Fun fact: The legendary rock band, Pink Floyd, recorded a concert film at the Pompeii Archaeological Park, back in 1972.
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Explore Vesuvius and Herculaneum or Pompeii in a single day with round-trip transfers and audio guides.
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Upgrade to visit all three, or try out a small-group tour of Vesuvius and Pompeii!
-
Scale the Vesuvian crater and uncovers its fascinating geology with an expert volcanological guide.
-
Marvel at the impressive frescoes, mosaics, and architecture preserved by the 79 AD eruption at both Pompeii and Herculaneum.
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Fun fact: The legendary rock band, Pink Floyd, recorded a concert film at the Pompeii Archaeological Park, back in 1972.
- Round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line access ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to these iconic historical sites.
- Feel the excitement of hiking up the Vesuvian crater with a volcanological guide and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.
- Uncover the wonders of Roman history at Herculaneum, where you’ll find exquisitely preserved relics and ancient scrolls at the Villa dei Papyri.
- Or, explore Pompeii, a city once bustling with everything from public baths to markets and even brothels, a vivid snapshot of ancient life.
- Did you know? Volcanic soil can be highly fertile! Fruits and vegetables – from pears to broccoli, are grown on the slopes of Vesuvius.
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- Round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line access ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to these iconic historical sites.
- Feel the excitement of hiking up the Vesuvian crater with a volcanological guide and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.
- Uncover the wonders of Roman history at Herculaneum, where you’ll find exquisitely preserved relics and ancient scrolls at the Villa dei Papyri.
- Or, explore Pompeii, a city once bustling with everything from public baths to markets and even brothels, a vivid snapshot of ancient life.
- Did you know? Volcanic soil can be highly fertile! Fruits and vegetables – from pears to broccoli, are grown on the slopes of Vesuvius.
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Visit one of Rome's most famous archaeological sites, the striking city of Pompeii with round-trip transfers on an air-conditioned bus.
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Be escorted to Pompeii, post which you can absorb its beauty at your own pace. Follow the path indicated and be transported to the past.
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Visit the world's most dangerous volcano, Mt. Vesuvius which wiped Pompeii off the map altogether.
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In case of inclement weather conditions or as per your choice, visit Positano instead of Mt. Vesuvius.
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Fun fact: Pizza, as we know it today, was invented in Naples in the 19th century!
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Visit one of Rome's most famous archaeological sites, the striking city of Pompeii with round-trip transfers on an air-conditioned bus.
-
Be escorted to Pompeii, post which you can absorb its beauty at your own pace. Follow the path indicated and be transported to the past.
-
Visit the world's most dangerous volcano, Mt. Vesuvius which wiped Pompeii off the map altogether.
-
In case of inclement weather conditions or as per your choice, visit Positano instead of Mt. Vesuvius.
-
Fun fact: Pizza, as we know it today, was invented in Naples in the 19th century!
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Step into the past with a guided Pompeii tour from Naples, with the choice to explore Herculaneum’s buried city or hike up Mount Vesuvius’ crater.
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Bypass the long queues to enter straight into the archaeological site of Pompeii, with convenient round-trip transfers from Naples.
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Upgrade to peak into the fabric of everyday ancient Roman life at Herculaneum, another victim of volcanic preservation.
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You can also opt for a hike up the majestic Mt. Vesuvius.
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Discover valuable treasures like the world’s oldest surviving amphitheater that have been perfectly preserved since their discovery in the 18th century.
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Step into the past with a guided Pompeii tour from Naples, with the choice to explore Herculaneum’s buried city or hike up Mount Vesuvius’ crater.
-
Bypass the long queues to enter straight into the archaeological site of Pompeii, with convenient round-trip transfers from Naples.
-
Upgrade to peak into the fabric of everyday ancient Roman life at Herculaneum, another victim of volcanic preservation.
-
You can also opt for a hike up the majestic Mt. Vesuvius.
-
Discover valuable treasures like the world’s oldest surviving amphitheater that have been perfectly preserved since their discovery in the 18th century.
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Experience the ruins of Pompeii with a guided tour and hassle-free transfers from Sorrento, with the option to hike to Mount Vesuvius' crater.
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Travel easily between Sorrento and Pompeii with convenient round-trip transfers.
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Bypass the crowds and enjoy a seamless visit to Pompeii with skip-the-line access.
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Stroll through the streets on an insightful walking tour and learn about the historic attractions with the help of a licensed guide.
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Enjoy an optional visit to Mt. Vesuvius, hike to the crater at 1,280m, and enjoy stunning Gulf of Naples views.
More details
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Experience the ruins of Pompeii with a guided tour and hassle-free transfers from Sorrento, with the option to hike to Mount Vesuvius' crater.
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Travel easily between Sorrento and Pompeii with convenient round-trip transfers.
-
Bypass the crowds and enjoy a seamless visit to Pompeii with skip-the-line access.
-
Stroll through the streets on an insightful walking tour and learn about the historic attractions with the help of a licensed guide.
-
Enjoy an optional visit to Mt. Vesuvius, hike to the crater at 1,280m, and enjoy stunning Gulf of Naples views.
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Set off on comfortable round-trip transport from either Naples or Pompeii, and skip the ticket lines at three sites with a connected history.
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Explore the public squares, street food stalls, and villas at the UNESCO-listed ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under Vesuvian ash.
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The volcanic Mount Vesuvius, resting between the two, is your next destination. Scale the tuff slopes, wander through vineyards, and peer into craters.
More details
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Set off on comfortable round-trip transport from either Naples or Pompeii, and skip the ticket lines at three sites with a connected history.
-
Explore the public squares, street food stalls, and villas at the UNESCO-listed ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under Vesuvian ash.
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The volcanic Mount Vesuvius, resting between the two, is your next destination. Scale the tuff slopes, wander through vineyards, and peer into craters.
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About Mount Vesuvius
Former residents of Pompeii and Herculaneum were blissfully unaware that they lived in the shadow of an active volcano, Mount Vesuvius. When it erupted in 79 AD, they were not prepared to see their civilization come to an end. Even today, scores of visitors throng to Mount Vesuvius to behold its majesty and maleficence.
Mount Vesuvius isn't just a single peak; it rests within the vast caldera of an ancient volcano called Monte Somma. Vesuvius itself emerged within this caldera after a massive collapse around 17,000 years ago.
During eruptions, the friction between ash particles and volcanic gases can create an electrical phenomenon called volcanic lightning. This isn't your typical lightning, but rather bursts of electrical energy that illuminate the ash plume with an eerie glow.
While Pompeii is the most famous city buried by Vesuvius, it wasn't alone. Herculaneum, another Roman city, suffered a different fate. A pyroclastic flow, a superheated avalanche of ash and gas, engulfed Herculaneum, perfectly preserving its wooden structures and even some organic materials.
The eruption of 79 AD wasn't a complete surprise. Accounts from the time, including those by Pliny the Younger, describe earthquakes and other unusual activity in the days leading up to the eruption.
Why visit Mount Vesuvius?
Highlights
The crater
The biggest draw of Mount Vesuvius is the crater at its summit, called 'Gran Cono'. It's about 1000 feet deep and 2000 feet wide. Hikers can climb up to the crater rim and peer into its depths.
Flora and fauna
The unique geological and geographic nature of Mount Vesuvius invites diverse flora and fauna to populate its slopes, including rare orchids, birches, edible frogs and vineyards. It is also a bird-watcher's paradise; you can spot high-fliers like kestrels and peregrine falcons.
Vesuvius Observatory
The first of its kind to be established to study volcanic activity, the observatory is used to study and track volcanic activity. It also hosts the exhibition 'Vesuvius: 2000 years of observation' that showcases pictures, films and other media that trace the life and development of the volcano.
Medieval village Casamale
This is the only village within the perimeter of the Vesuvius National Park. This isolated village is popular for its oil lamp festival that takes place every four years. It also has a Collegiate Church within its boundary.
Plan your visit
The volcano can also be closed to visitors during periods of high volcanic activity or bad weather.
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