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Full-Day Pompeii Day Trip from Naples with Skip-the-Line Tickets

Explore Pompeii up close: Visit the site for context and the museum for detail with an expert
From US$1,827 privately
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Tour Details
Duration
8 hours
Product Type
Tour
Venues
  • Pompeii Archaeological Site
  • Naples Archaeological Museum
Photos & Highlights
  • Uncover the history behind the most important ancient artifacts and collections of Roman Remains
  • Led by an archaeologist
Tour Description
Looking to spend a full day exploring two of Naples' most important sites for ancient artifacts? This full-day Pompeii Tour begins with a visit to the ancient city via private car service, returning to Napoli to visit the Naples Archaeological Museum, one of the world's most important collections of ancient Roman remains. In between, we'll enjoy a short lunch in the city, receiving a brief synopsis of Naples' history and culture. While we offer a separate half-day Pompeii Tour and Naples Archeological Museum Tour, this full-day experience is best for those pressed for time, or who condense their time exploring local antiquity to one day. This tour begins and ends in Naples.

Pompeii Tour

In 79 B.C., Pompeii, along with various other settlements on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius, was buried by layers upon layers of ash, lava and pumice. Due to this burial, the city offers a fascinating viewpoint for understanding the culture of the time. We begin our day-long excursion with a short drive from the city center of Naples, during which our guide will set up the preliminary socio-historical context that will help us better understand the various aspects of Pompeii we will explore in greater depth later in the day. Upon arriving at the archaeological site, we will move swiftly through the ancient cobble-stoned roads, exploring the private homes, temples, shops, civic buildings, and public spaces that intricately illustrate everyday activities in the city.

Pompeii Culture

Taking cues from our surroundings, we will delve into aspects of religion, gender roles and commerce. We will pay special attention to the construction and decoration of private homes, most notably the magnificent frescoes of the Villa of the Mysteries. The moving remains of the desperate inhabitants attempting an escape from impending doom create an immediate and emotional experience.

Leaving Pompeii by early afternoon, we will return to Naples via car where we will have a quick lunch in a small, non-touristy restaurant in the city center. Next, we'll take a short stroll through the city streets, poking our heads into a few churches and providing a short synopsis of the history of the city.

Naples Archaeological Museum

The group will then head to the Archeological Museum of Naples, where we will build on the knowledge accrued during our exploration of the archaeological site. The impressive museum was founded by the Bourbon kings of Naples in the late 18th century in order to house the antiquity collection amassed during the major excavations the royal family financed. A close reading of these frescoes, models, and artifacts fully illustrates the enigma of Pompeii and is the fitting conclusion to our day-long discovery.

FAQ

Is the cost of lunch is included in the full-day Pompeii excursion from Naples?
No, you'll be responsible to cover for the cost of lunch for you and the expert.

What are skip-the-line tickets?
For this tour, your tickets are pre-purchased which allows you to skip the ticket office line upon arrival at the venue. You may still have to wait in a security line or in a line to have your pre-purchased ticket scanned.   

Is this tour suitable for clients with mobility issues? 
Yes, Pompeii and the Naples Archaeological Museum are both wheelchair accessible. However, Pompeii is a little walking intensive and there are uneven cobbled lanes, clients who use a cane or who have difficulty walking may find this part difficult. If you have any mobility issues we recommend contacting us so we can ensure the tour is adapted to your concerns.
Experts
Fabrizio Fabrizio
Architect
Fiorella Fiorella
Art Historian
Francesca Francesca
Local Guide
Monica Monica
Local Tour Guide
Roberto Roberto
Archaeologist
Gioconda Gioconda
Archaeologist
Raffaele Raffaele
Local Guide
Riccardo Riccardo
Professor
Alberto Alberto
Local Guide
Francesca Francesca
Art Historian
Roberta Roberta
Archaeologist
Francesca Francesca
Art Historian
Where You'll Start
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Very knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating….. very good your guide
Fiorella is, without a doubt, the best tour guide I’ve ever had. I loved her so much! Incredibly smart and passionate about the art and history of the area, and she was so much fun to spend the day with. She also took me to a few local places to try some food and desserts that were unbelievably good. The entire experience couldn’t have been more enjoyable.
superb personal guiding by delightful knowledgable person. The exploration of of Pompeii was good and the docent-like tour of the museum was wonderful. Lunch was a delightful surprise.

Step Back in Time: Full-Day Pompeii Tour from Naples

Begin your journey into the past with our Pompeii Tour from Naples, which includes skip-the-line tickets for a seamless experience. This full-day excursion transports you from the bustling streets of Naples to the haunting ruins of Pompeii, where history is etched in every stone and frozen in time by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Our expert guides, deeply committed to Context Travel's ethos of educational depth and cultural immersion, will illuminate the daily lives, architecture, and dramatic history of this ancient city.

As you walk through the well-preserved streets of Pompeii, our Pompeii Tour from Naples allows you to visualize Roman life as it was nearly two thousand years ago, with insights that go beyond typical tourist narratives. Enhance your understanding before you even arrive by reading our insightful blog about fascinating Pompeii facts, which provides a deeper dive into what you will witness on the tour.

For those seeking even more comprehensive knowledge, consider pairing your tour with Context Travel’s enriching audio guides and lectures, which offer additional historical context and storytelling to complement your visit. This tour will dive deeper than your regular tour, its an educational journey designed to inspire and inform. Book your tour today and uncover the secrets of Pompeii, preserved for eternity.