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4 hours (Approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 3 more
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Overview
See the mighty Mt. Vesuvius on this half-day excursion from Naples' cruise port. First, enjoy a delicious pizza lunch with a drink before taking a ride through Vesuvius National Park and hearing about the infamous eruption that buried the city of Pompeii in volcanic ash almost 2,000 years ago. Then, set off on a hike to the summit of the sleeping beast, soaking up panoramic views of the Bays of Naples from the top. You also have the chance to peer into the depths of the crater before returning back to port.
- Mt. Vesuvius shore excursion from Naples
- Learn about the infamous Mt. Vesuvius eruption that destroyed Pompeii in AD 79
- Hike to the summit of Mt. Vesuvius with your guide and peer into the crater of the active volcano
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Bay of Naples from the top
- A delicious pizza lunch with drink is included
- Port pickup and drop-off included
- Covered by Viator's worry-free policy: guaranteed on-time return to your ship
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Begin your half-day excursion with pickup from your port in Naples, where you meet your guide and travel toward Vesuvius National Park. As you go, hear the history of the only active volcano in continental Europe, responsible for the destruction of Pompeii and Herculaneum in AD 79.
Enjoy a delicious pizza lunch and a soft drink before beginning the hike to the summit with your guide, reaching an impressive 3,900 feet (1,200 meters). You are rewarded with incredible views stretching over the Bay of Naples. As you travel around the crater's rim, don’t be surprised if you see trails of steam rising from the depths of the sleeping beast.
After soaking up the view, travel back to your coach, concluding with transportation back to port.
Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your timely return to the Naples port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Enjoy a delicious pizza lunch and a soft drink before beginning the hike to the summit with your guide, reaching an impressive 3,900 feet (1,200 meters). You are rewarded with incredible views stretching over the Bay of Naples. As you travel around the crater's rim, don’t be surprised if you see trails of steam rising from the depths of the sleeping beast.
After soaking up the view, travel back to your coach, concluding with transportation back to port.
Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your timely return to the Naples port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Itinerary
Join the group and have lunch in a typical Italian pizzeria to enjoy a pizza and a soft drink (included).
You'll drive through the town of Torre del Greco to Vesuvius National Park, then hike to the summit of Vesuvius to take a walk around the eerie crater at 3,900 feet (1,200 meters). Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes! A medium to high level of fitness is required to complete the climb.
From the summit, the panoramic views of the Bay of Naples have captivated visitors for centuries. Then, peer down into the depths of the crater to see plumes of steam issuing from the sleeping, but still active, volcano.
After that return to your coach and travel back to Naples. Your tour finishes at the start point in the afternoon.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Included
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Product code: 2958PRTVESUVIUS
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