Day Trips

From Rome: Pompeii and Sorrento Day Trip

tourists enjoying Walking along the Amalfi coast beach with colorful Positano in the background on a sunny day

Salerno Harbor view with boats, Capri's Marina Grande, part of Rome to Pompeii and Sorrento day trip.

Explore the ruins of Pompeii with an English-speaking guide, and spend the afternoon in Sorrento on this full-day tour with round-trip transfers from Rome.

Highlights

Set off from Rome on a trip to Pompeii and Sorrento with round-trip transfers aboard an AC bus in a group of 18 people or less!
Skip the lines to explore the well-preserved remains of Pompeii and learn about the impact of Mount Vesuvius' eruption in 79AD from your archaeologist guide.
Witness the 2000-year-old city covered in volcanic ash and spot frescoes of a young girl being initiated into an ancient cult at a villa.
Travel along the picturesque Amalfi Coast to Sorrento and enjoy free time to wander the charming town and sample the local cuisine.
Fun fact: In 1972, rock band Pink Floyd took to the stage at the amphitheater of Pompeii to record a live performance!

Inclusions

Full-day trip around Pompeii and Sorrento
Expert local trip leader
Small group of less than 18 guests
Pick-up from Rome
Round-trip AC bus or coach transfers
Guided tour of Pompeii with skip-the-line entry

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

Go on a guided trip from Rome with convenient round-trip transfers and a small group of 18 people or less. Travel comfortably and enjoy personalized attention from your guides!

Sites visited

Starting point: Rome

Check your final voucher for the exact location and begin your journey from central Rome. Begin with a picturesque drive along the Autostrada del Sol or the highway to the sun, passing lemon tree orchards and idyllic towns.

Pompeii

An ancient town with numerous villas, public baths, and an amphitheater – all preserved as they were 2,000 years ago by Mt. Vesuvius’ eruption.

Activities: Entry tickets, guided tour, and free time

Sorrento

Head to the clifftop Sorrento in the north of the peninsula and discover its pottery stores, churches, and coastal paths at your whims. Grab lunch at your own expense.

Activities: Free time

End point: Rome

Know before you go

What to bring

Everyone is required to carry a copy of the identification page of their passports on all tours. A photo of the first page of your passport saved on your smartphone works as well.
It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
Bring along your sunscreen and water bottle.

Additional note

Please note that on occasion the tour itinerary might be reversed (visiting Sorrento before Pompeii)

My tickets

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

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Piazzale Ostiense.
Address: Via Raffaele Persichetti, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Landmark: At the bottom of Pyramid of Caius Cestius on the side facing the metro station.
Your guide will be there holding a sign with THE TOUR GUY name on it.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point