Mount Vesuvius & Pompeii Adventure: Hike to the Summit of Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius & Pompeii Adventure: Hike to the Summit of Mount Vesuvius

6.5 hours | Naples | N A P - 4 1 0
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Description

Points of Interest

  • Pompeii
  • Mt. Vesuvius
Shopping Opportunities, Strenuous activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Embark on a 6.5-hour adventure of epic proportions! Lace up your comfortable shoes and hike to the summit of Mt. Vesuvius for incredible views of the volcano's crater and the Bay of Naples. Your motorcoach drops you off at the 3,000-foot level of Mt. Vesuvius, where you'll hike to the volcano's crater. The steep gravel path to the crater is approximately 550 yards long. You'll feel the energy of this active volcano as you walk across hardened lava, where crevices still exude fumes and heat. Continue on to Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the grounds on this guided tour of the excavated city. Your knowledgeable guide will point out the remarkably preserved remains that hint at daily Roman life-their customs, buildings and cuisine and how they entertained, decorated and lived. You'll have an opportunity to stop at a cameo factory where artisans intricately carve seashells and coral into keepsake jewelry on your return to port.

Special Notes:

In case weather conditions close the Mt. Vesuvius site, an orientation drive of Naples will be done in place of the hike.

This tour involves extensive walking over uneven terrain. Caution is advised when walking across hardened lava and rocky ground, where crevices still exude fumes and heat. Passengers with a history of heart disease or high blood pressure should not participate.

Passengers should wear low-heeled comfortable walking shoes, hat, and sunblock.

Please note this tour does not include lunch. Passengers should bring along euros to purchase a snack outside of Pompeii.

Use of an audio headset (included) will enhance your tour experience.

For security reasons, large bags, backpacks and trolleys are not permitted inside Pompeii excavations. These large items can be left in the motorcoach. Lockers are not available.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a guided tour of Mt. Vesuvius

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:45
Time at site: 01:15
Free time at site: 30
Walking distance: 2700
Restroom available: Yes

Guided tour of Pompeii

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:30
Time at site: 02:00
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 2700
Steps: 20
Restroom available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: Yes

Rest break at local chalet

Transport type: Walking
Transport Capacity: 40
Time at site: 00:30
Free time at site: 15
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: Yes

Shopping at a cameo factory in Pompeii

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:30
Time at site: 00:20
Free time at site: 20
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: Yes
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:30