Pompeii from Rome with Optional Mt. Vesuvius & Pizza Lunch
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Rome, Italy
- 12 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Reaching Pompeii from Rome on your own means sorting trains and connections, and the ruins are vast enough to lose your bearings once you arrive. Join a guided tour to handle both, with coach transport from Rome and a route straight to the site's highlights. From there, you can shape the day: add a crater hike or a geologist-led walk at Mt. Vesuvius, extend your time in Pompeii, or upgrade to a Neapolitan lunch over the Bay of Naples.
- Skip the hassle of train transfers and taxi rides with round-trip transfers
- Benefit from the flexibility to upgrade the tour to suit your interests
- Venture beyond Rome without the hassle of arranging logistics yourself
- Go beyond the guidebooks with expert insights from your guide
What's Included
- Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Pompeii Archaeological Site
- Official licensed English-speaking guide for a 2-hour tour in Pompeii
- Round-trip transport from Rome in a private, air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
- Vesuvius National Park entry-valued at 10€ pp; 1.68€ reservation fee (if Vesuvius option selected)
- Crater Hike with an English-speaking tour leader (if Hike option selected)
- Scenic geologist-guided walk in the Vesuvius area (if Geologist option selected)
- 3-course lunch at an authentic Neapolitan restaurant (if option with lunch is selected)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup/drop-off not included, unless booking the private tour
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Piazza del Popolo, Roma RM, Italy
At the center of Piazza del Popolo, by the large fountain with the lions and the obelisk. The nearest metro stop is Flaminio (Line A). Our City Wonders coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets to be easily recognizable at the meeting point.
End point
- Viale Giorgio Washington, Roma RM, Italy
Viale Washington, next to Piazza del Popolo
Itinerary
Meet your guide and group in central Rome, and travel south together by air-conditioned coach. After a relaxing journey, arrive in Pompeii to meet an official guide for your tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pompeii Archaeological Site. The site is large, and excavations are still ongoing, but you go straight to the highlights to maximize your time. Check out the homes and shops of ancient Pompeii that lay buried for centuries beneath the volcanic ash of Mt. Vesuvius, and learn about the eruption of AD 79.
If you upgrade, continue to Ercolano, a town on the Bay of Naples, and relax over a pizza lunch with views that sweep along the coast. Three courses are included, leaving you recharged for your afternoon at Mt. Vesuvius.
Depending on the option you booked, either hike up to Vesuvius’ crater or enjoy a stroll along the slopes with a geologist guide. After, regroup for the coach journey back to central Rome.
If you upgrade, continue to Ercolano, a town on the Bay of Naples, and relax over a pizza lunch with views that sweep along the coast. Three courses are included, leaving you recharged for your afternoon at Mt. Vesuvius.
Depending on the option you booked, either hike up to Vesuvius’ crater or enjoy a stroll along the slopes with a geologist guide. After, regroup for the coach journey back to central Rome.
City Wonders (Pass By)
1
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
Ercolano
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Vesuvius National Park
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION REQUIRED FROM ALL PASSENGERS: You MUST provide all passenger names at the time of booking in order to visit Mount Vesuvius or you may be refused entry.
- Please note: Access to the Vesuvius crater trails is subject to weather conditions and may be closed from November to March, or at other times due to high winds or adverse weather. If this occurs, the itinerary may be adjusted accordingly.
- While our day trips are typically of a fixed duration, external factors may occasionally extend tour times slightly. We appreciate your understanding and planning as we strive to provide you with the best possible experience.
- If you have any dietary restrictions, please inform us at the time of booking and remind your guide on the day of your tour.
- Children under the age of 18 might be requested to show their ID card at the entrance of the site, so please bring it with you on the tour
- If you select the Private Tour option, please ensure to add your accommodation details in the "Special Requirements" field on the check-out page
- The hike up to the crater of Vesuvius requires a good level of general fitness. The walk is uphill at a 14 degree angle and takes roughly 20 minutes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travellers
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Frequently Asked Question (1)
Q:Are restrooms available onboard the bus?
A:Restrooms are not available on the bus, however, your driver will make stops to allow for restroom breaks.
June 2023
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Kristin_E
This was a great family trip! I highly recommend it. The restaurant was had a spectacular view of the water and Naples. The tour in Pompeii was informative and interesting. Loved seeing the ancient ruins. The bus driver navigated the twisted roads that took us to Mt Vesuvius like a pro.
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Jenna_B, Aug 2026
Tour through CityWonders. Meeting point was clear and easy to find. Antonino was our guide he was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and organized. The pizza lunch was incredible! Our Pompei tour guide was also very knowledgeable. This tour was the perfect overview of Pompei (about 1hr40min) and mount Vesuvius (about 1hr 30min total). Definitely wear athletic clothes and gym shoes! Bus ride is long but comfortable & air conditioned. Would definitely recommend this tour!
Mark_W, Aug 2026
Our bus driver Roman was fantastic with informative talk along the way. Our guide Elena kept the pace comfortable with great knowledge and ample time for photos. Highly recommend.
Alyssa_F, Aug 2026
Hi this is Alyssa! Maurice was a wonderful tour guide! He was very funny and talked about the love he has for his family as well. If I come back to Rome and Pompeii, I would hope to have him again as a tour guide! He is very friendly and kind.
Stephanie_L, Aug 2026
Wonderful trip, you must do it!! Antonino was a great guide and our driver was excellent. We learned a lot and the authentic 3 course pizza lunch was huge and very good. I originally wanted to go to Naples to have pizza but I am glad I did this instead. The Mt Vesuvius hike is very doable as long as you are ok with a 15 degree incline the whole way up (about 20 minutes to the top). If it’s going to be a hot day, make sure you bring a water bottle, fan, and sunscreen!
Andrei_F, Aug 2026
This was an incredible experience from start to finish. Antonino was the best tour guide we’ve had during our Italy trip so far. From the beginning he did a great job of making us feel taken care of and what we could expect throughout the day.
During our bus ride to Pompeii, he gave periodic history lessons about Rome and Pompeii that were very intriguing and informative. We learned a lot about Roman history by the end of the day.
When we arrived at Pompeii, our guide Vincenzo was fun and knowledgeable about the site. Being able to walk through the buildings was breathtaking.
Afterwards, we went to the restaurant to eat and the 3 course lunch was absolutely delicious!
We then set out towards Mt. Vesuvius which had winding roads all the way up to the hiking start point. Our bus driver Luca did a fantastic job the whole day but especially during the drive up and down the mountain road.
Overall we had a terrific time and Antonino clearly cares a lot about everyone enjoying the trips as well as life in general. He was the most genuine and authentic tour guide we’ve had and this was truly an unforgettable experience!
Laurence_C, Aug 2026
Very nice trip. Well organized with an amazing guide Nathascia and a very strong driver Cezare. The lunch was amazing 🤩
Madelyn_P, Aug 2026
Natasha is was great. The day was wonderful. Would recommend to others to bring euros because cards do t work on the mountain. Bring water a fan and an umbrella in the summer. Great experience.
David_C, Aug 2026
Marius is an excellent tour leader. He is funny and shares culture and his experience living in Rome. The tour is excellent. Pick up instruction is clear and tour company is efficient. The bus is comfortable. Pompeii is amazing, well preserved. I wish there are more time to see the exhibit. Mt Vesuvius’s view into Maple is amazing. Truly worth it to make a trip to Pompeii
Rachel_W, Aug 2026
We had a fabulous trip! Marius made the drive to and from Pompeii fun and informative. They have many planned restroom stops and our guide at Pompeii, Claudia, had a true passion for the site. We did this with two teenagers and highly recommended.
Ruth_P, Aug 2026
Fabulous day. Errica was amazing. Informative and enthusiastic. Pompeii was just something that you have to do it was incredible. It did seem a bit rushed at times but we did get to see all the highlights. Vesuvius was well worth the steep climb. I would do it again
Margo_T, Aug 2026
Amazing experience. . .except for the extreme heat. Our guide (I apologize because I neglected to write down his name) for the 2-hour tour was professional, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. If we return, I will certainly try to arrange another tour with him (City Wonders bus tour from Rome on 8/12; Pompeii tour 12-2 pm). It is difficult to comprehend Pompeii without walking amongst the ruins. Don't miss this opportunity. . . just go when it is cooler!!
Zach_R, Aug 2026
Fantastic tour and Marius 😘🤌 absolutely fantastic. He was an unbelievable tour manager. He consistently checked in on us and gave us a list of recs for Rome and our time in Positano. The tour guide at Pompeii was incredible, too. See if you can request Marius. You won’t be disappointed!
Hina_A, Aug 2026
What a day! It was a last minute decision for this tour but I’m so glad I booked it. My partner and I had a fantastic time. Our guide was Marius. What a lovely man. Not only was he knowledgeable about the entire tour but he provided additional information about Rome itself. He also provided a list of best places to eat and the best gelato places. We had a wonderful time at the tour with Marius. I would highly recommended.
Yang_Z, Aug 2026
The tour with Roberto was exceptional! The entire experience was pleasant and he was very knowledgeable about Italian history, culture, and food. We would highly recommend this tour.
Maria_I, Aug 2026
Tour guide Rob was great and made the whole experience great. Pompeii is an amazing place to visit you have to see it
Sophia_S, Aug 2026
The best experience, guide was super informative, pompeii was amazing, the lunch after was sooo tasty and making it to the top of versuvius was breathtaking
David_H, Aug 2026
Above moderate level of fitness required to walk up Vesuvius. Wear good hiking shoes and be well hydrated
Andrea_H, Aug 2026
On my tour, Chiara was our friendly, knowledgeable guide and Luka expertly drove us safely on the mountain roads of Vesuvius and the streets in route to Pompeii. Finally I got to see the incredible, uncovered city of Pompeii, which was great for me because I loved learning about that city in school. And Vesuvius is a beautiful mountain. The appetizers and pizza we ate for lunch was delicious. This tour was worth every penny!
Sharon_H, Aug 2026
Flavvio was our tour guide on the coach and he was very friendly and entertaining. Fabio was our tour guide in Pompeii and again was friendly and knowledgeable. Both guides loved their jobs and it was absolutely worth going on the trip with them. A great day out. The pizza lunch was amazing at the side of Mount Vesuvius.
Lyubov_L, Aug 2026
Great tour, comfortable bus, knowledgeable tour operators. I highly recommend this tour. It’s worth visiting
Teresa_N, Aug 2026
Great guide Natascia with City Wonders. Very informative on the bus explaining the day and also fun facts. Air conditioning on bus was great. Guided tour at Pompeii was informative. Great 3 course lunch. Mt Vesuvius hike had great views at top. After had a surprise limoncello tasting. Took bathroom breaks both ways. Highly recommend!!
Natasha_P, Aug 2026
Fabio was an excellent guide. He made sure we saw all the highlights and more. He was fantastic at sharing knowledge and making sure everyone was ok! We would highly recommend this tour
Tiffany_T, Aug 2026
Great way to see a quick overview of Pompei and the volcano. Our local guide at pompei was mumbling into the mic so it was a little difficult to understand what he was saying but overall it was a fun experience!
Lily_M, Aug 2026
Overall incredible day!!!! I can't remember the spelling of our tour guide but both she and the driver were amazing!
Willy our Pompeii tour guide was the best tour guide I have ever had. He was so funny, engaging, inclusive and knowledgeable. Definitely a day to remember forever!
Bernard_H, July 2026
Excellent tour. Very informative and just the right tempo. Good shoes necessary if you’re considering walking up Vesuvias. It’s steep and dusty.
Kylie_G, July 2026
What a day! It was so surreal being in Pompeii walking in the footsteps of those who lost their lives. I would most definitely recommend this tour - it was a very memorable day and experience. The lunch stop was great where you could take a moment and talk with the fellow travelers on the tour. Although I didn't walk to the top of Mt Vesuvius and only went up part way as it was an extremely hot day and a very steep climb that was unstable due to the loose stone, it was still an amazing experience. The guide was great and full of interesting information.
Trenton_T, July 2026
The tour was excellent. Chiara was knowledgeable and made sure everyone had a great time!
The guide in Pompeii was equally as amazing.
Matthew_N, July 2026
We loved exploring Pompeii. Trekking to the top of Mount Vesuvius was tough but worth it. Our guide Marius was great.
Ann_L, July 2026
Antonio and Max were the BEST! Mount Vesuvius was an enjoyable hike that I would definitely recommend. The pizza lunch was fabulous!
Rita_M, July 2026
Antonino was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable about Roman history.
I think City Wonder should find another rest stop on the way to Pompeii. The one we stopped at was dirty.
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