Guided Tours

From Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius Day Trip

Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Naples tour.

Ancient ruins of Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Naples guided tour.

Tour group with guide at ancient theatre ruins, Pompeii, Italy.

Customer on air-conditioned bus during Herculaneum half-day tour from Naples.

Explore one of the most well-preserved Roman Age sites on a half-day tour with a professional guide and spacious round-trip transfers from Naples.

Highlights

Dive deep into history as you walk through cobbled streets and see sights from over 2 millennia ago at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii!
Add on a visit to the nearby Herculaneum to see another ancient town almost perfectly preserved by volcanic ash; frescos, buildings, and artworks.
Yet another customization lets you discover the Mount Vesuvius area with its mesmerizing craters and lava flows. Savor an optional lunch to top it off.
Fun fact: The ancient Roman town of Pompeii was believed to be a myth till the 18th century!

Inclusions

Half-day trip around Pompeii
Expert English, French, Spanish or Italian-speaking guide
Pick-up from Naples
Round-trip AC coach transfers
Guided tour of Pompeii with entry
Group of up to 17 guests
Small group of up to 10 guests with archaeologist guide (optional)
Visit to Herculaneum (as per option selected)
Visit to Mount Vesuvius (as per option selected)

Itinerary

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Lucie

5/5

Sep, 2024

Very well organized trip, meeting points clear and easy to find. Enough time in each place to see everything. We highly recommend this activity, which allows you to see 3 emblematic places close to Naples in one day!

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Helen

5/5

Jul, 2024

Sergio, our guide, was friendly and very knowledgable (an experienced archaeologist) and brought the lives and deaths of the people of Herculaneum and Pompei in to a respectful focus. I would encourage anyone to go on an Askos tour.

Caroline

4/5

Jun, 2024

The organisation and logistics to get through so much in one day was great. Could not have managed it independently. It is fast paced but we saw loads and it was stunning. A bit more warning to bring own food and about the terrain would have been helpful

Teik-ee

5/5

Oct, 2023

Excellent experience of both historical places to visit, Pompeii and Herculaneum. The drivers were right on time and speaks English well. The archeologist guide, Guilia M. was knowledgeable and friendly pointing out items and structures I would not have known. The audio system was good. In addition, they were noticeably helpful with lost visitors not belonging to our group

Álvaro

5/5

Sep, 2023

It has been a wonderful experience, I had read about Pompei, I just needed to be there and with the Headout guides I was able to complete this fabulous experience. Thanks guys .

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Your experience

The perfect half-day tour from Naples, Pompeii is an ideal distance away for a scenic day trip. Explore the ancient Roman town, famous for being preserved in a near-perfect state, and revel in the ancient glory of the Campania region. Age-old ruins, breathtaking volcanic landscapes away from the city, this experience is perfect for anyone looking for a short break from Naples.

With these tickets, you don’t have to worry about anything on your Vesuvian adventure. Travel in a fully fitted GT coach/minibus. Audio-commentary onboard will keep your interest in the site piqued. See the massive ruins spread over 50 hectares along with objects from the Roman Era as you discover one of the largest remnants of ancient Roman architecture, culture, and style.

Sites visited

Starting point: Naples
Pompeii

Skip the lines on your guided tour of this ancient Roman town, unraveling stories behind the temples, public baths, and main streets.

Herculaneum (optional)

Marvel at the ingenuity of the Central Baths, learn about an archaic cult at the Hall of the Augustals, and more!

Mount Vesuvius (optional)

Adding on a visit to Mount Vesuvius gets you the full story. Observe the geological wonders of this active volcano and hear of its most catastrophic eruption.

End point: Naples

Know before you go

What to bring

A moderate amount of walking is involved in this activity. Please wear comfortable shoes due to uneven terrain.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: No discourteous clothing or shirtless attire is allowed inside Pompeii Archaeological Park.
Big dogs (above the weight 10kg and the height of 40cm) are not allowed into the venue. Guide dogs with the proper certification are welcome.
Shutterbugs, take note: Commercial photography and tripods are a no-go inside the venues.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for people with impaired mobility and cardiac issues.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.