Pompeii and Vesuvius Tour from Sorrento: By Boat, Semi-Private

About the Tour:

The ruined city of Pompeii, which was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the 1st century, is one of the most haunting and awe-inspiring ancient sites in the world. This full-day tour provides both an in-depth exploration of the site itself, and the volcanic peak that caused its destruction—and you'll reach both by taking a scenic cruise along the Sorrento coast in a semi-private boat. Guiding you will be an English-speaking history expert, whose knowledge will deepen your appreciation of these remarkable sites.

What We Love About This Tour: 

• Wandering among the vast and haunting ruins at Pompeii, an entire ancient city that was buried by the 1st-century eruption of Mount Vesuvius
• Driving to the peak of the volcano, and taking in the views over the protected archeological sites below
• Taking the scenic route on your way to Pompeii, with a refreshing boat ride along the stunning Sorrento coast

Tour Itinerary:
Stop 1: Sorrento Coast Cruise
After being picked up at your hotel by private coach, you'll head with your group and guide to the port of Piano di Sorrento. There, you'll board a semi-private motorboat for the 30-minute cruise to Castellammare di Stabia (where you'll board a coach for the quick ride to Pompeii.) Your boat ride will bring you past some of Sorrento's most beautiful coastal scenery.

Stop 2: Pompeii

When the volcano of Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., it not only completely buried this adjacent city—it entombed it. Today, the excavated ruins here
comprise one of the most remarkably preserved ancient sites in the world. You’ll get to roam through the streets walked by early Pompeiians; you can also peek into the temples, houses, theaters, and even brothels where they once spent their days.
Most haunting of all are the plaster casts of human remains you may see at the site, which show the poses, and even facial expressions, of long-ago
Pompeii residents in their final moments. 

IMPORTANT: From November to March, the live guide in Pompeii will be provided once the group as reached the minimum required of 6 passengers, up to 5 passengers we will provide audioguides

Stop 3: Mount Vesuvius

Once you’ve seen, and learned about, the devastation that resulted from the ancient eruption of Mount Vesuvius, and had a light lunch, you'll rejoin your group for a drive up to the top of Mount Vesuvius itself—still considered an active volcano, though it's largely dormant. If you wish, you may hike to the peak of the mountain for  spectacular views below.

What’s Included:

• Round-trip transport via comfortable private coach and semi-private motorboat
• Light lunch and drinks
  

Not Included:

• Entry fees
• ·Gratuities

Important to Know:

• Please be sure to arrive at the tour departure point 15 minutes before the starting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets will not be refunded. 
• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour.

Important to Bring:

• Good walking shoes. The tour includes both hillside paths and stairs.
• A hat, sunscreen, and bottled water. Many parts of the itinerary are not shaded. 
  
• A sweater or light jacket for hiking Mount Vesuvius.  Temperatures may be colder on the volcano than on other parts of the tour.