Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius crater with Naples and coastline in the background.
Hikers walking on a trail along Mount Vesuvius with a view of the surrounding landscape.
Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Observatory at Mount Vesuvius overlooking Naples cityscape.
Shuttle bus for Mount Vesuvius climb departing from Pompeii or Naples.
Hiker on Mount Vesuvius trail with view of crater, Italy.
Tourists hiking on a trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.

From Pompeii: Mount Vesuvius Entry Tickets with Round-Trip Transfers, Naples

Naples
•Day Trips
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Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers included

Comfortable roundtrip transfers in a A/C Minibus

Audio guide

Access to multilingual audio guide

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Discover Naples with an exciting day trip to Mount Vesuvius, featuring entry tickets and round-trip transfers from Pompeii or Naples in just three hours. Your journey begins at a designated meeting point where you’ll board a shuttle directly to the entrance of Vesuvius National Park. Experience the historical significance of one of the world’s most renowned volcanoes, famous for its AD 79 eruption that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum.

From Pompeii, board a comfortable minivan and discover Mount Vesuvius, renowned as one of the world's most famous active volcanoes.

After entering Mount Vesuvius, be dropped off at an altitude of 1000m to start your climb with ease.

With a volcanological guide accompanying you, observe the Grand Cone up close. This option is perfect for those eager to understand volcanic impact.

Entry to Vesuvius National Park

Drop-off at an altitude of 1000 meters

Ticket for the Great Cone of Vesuvius

90-min Mt. Vesuvius climb

English-speaking volcanological guide (when available)

Pick up from Pompeii

Round-trip AC minibus transfers

Expert alpine guide with sunset climb (as per option selected)

Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian & Spanish (as per option selected)

Individual Costs

Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius crater with Naples and coastline in the background.

Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius crater with Naples and coastline in the background.

Getting Started

The adventure begins with you meeting up in either Pompeii or Naples. From here, hop on a comfortable shuttle bus and present your ticket for validation. This brings you smoothly to the entrance of the Vesuvius National Park.

What to Expect at Mount Vesuvius

Nestled near Naples is the iconic Mount Vesuvius, famous worldwide as one of Earth's most notable volcanoes. Its eruption in AD 79 famously buried Pompeii and Herculaneum beneath ash layers. Today, visitors flock here not only for its historical significance but to witness firsthand the power of nature from within its crater.

Features

  • Climb up to the Great Cone Crater: At this spot, you can walk right up to Mount Vesuvius’s main crater. Here lies a fascinating volcanic landscape dotted with active fumaroles for observation.
  • Enjoy views of the Gulf of Naples from the summit: Stand atop and take in stunning vistas that stretch over the Bay of Naples, Pompeii, and its surrounding landscapes—a view defined by thousands of years of volcanic activity.
  • Experience convenient round-trip transfers: The shuttle service ensures a hassle-free return to your starting point after exploring Mount Vesuvius’s wonders in just 3 hours.
Hikers walking on a trail along Mount Vesuvius with a view of the surrounding landscape.

Hikers walking on a trail along Mount Vesuvius with a view of the surrounding landscape.

Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.

Tourists walking along a hiking trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.

Observatory at Mount Vesuvius overlooking Naples cityscape.

Observatory at Mount Vesuvius overlooking Naples cityscape.

What to bring

  • Ensure your official ID or passport is readily available for smooth entry.

Wearing comfortable shoes is advisable since this tour involves walking.

Accessibility

    This activity isn't suitable for wheelchair users, nor can prams/strollers be accommodated.

    Additional information

      Your Mount Vesuvius ticket comes with a volcanological guide to the crater included.

      Shuttle bus for Mount Vesuvius climb departing from Pompeii or Naples.

      Shuttle bus for Mount Vesuvius climb departing from Pompeii or Naples.

      Hiker on Mount Vesuvius trail with view of crater, Italy.

      Hiker on Mount Vesuvius trail with view of crater, Italy.

      Bring comfortable shoes as there's a fair amount of walking involved during this experience.

      Keep your official ID or passport handy for smooth validation at the entrance.

      Note that accessibility by wheelchair and pram/strollers is not available, so plan accordingly if you have mobility needs.

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      Operating hours

      Pompeii

      Monday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      Tuesday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      Wednesday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      Thursday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      Friday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      Saturday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      Sunday
      9:00am - 7:00pm • last entry 5:30pm
      • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

      Mount Vesuvius

      Monday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      Tuesday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      Wednesday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      Thursday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      Friday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      Saturday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      Sunday
      9:00am - 5:00pm
      • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

      By proceeding with any booking via Staybook, you acknowledge and agree to adhere to all the .

      FAQs

      Your ticket needs to be validated at the designated meeting point in either Pompeii or Naples before boarding the shuttle transfer.
      The inclusion of a volcanological guide during your visit provides an excellent opportunity to learn more about Mount Vesuvius' geological history and volcanic impact.
      Highlights include boarding a comfortable minivan for transport and hiking up to admire panoramic views over the Gulf of Naples, with an option to watch it painted in sunset colors if you upgrade.
      It's recommended that you wear comfortable shoes as there is a fair amount of walking involved, including hiking up to the top of Mount Vesuvius' crater.
      You will be dropped off at an altitude of 1000 meters, from where you can begin your hike up to the top of Mount Vesuvius' crater.
      You should keep your official ID or passport handy for validation purposes during the tour.
      The package includes round-trip shuttle transfers from Pompeii or Naples, access to Vesuvius National Park and its Great Cone, a hike up the crater with an English-speaking volcanological guide (when available), and pick-up service.
      This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and does not accommodate pram/strollers due to its nature involving walking and hiking.
      The entire experience, including round-trip shuttle transfers from Pompeii or Naples to Mount Vesuvius and back, takes approximately 3 hours.
      Yes, all personal expenses incurred during the visit are excluded from what is covered in the package.

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