About this tour
Spend four to five hours exploring Pompeii's ruins and the volcanic slopes of Mount Vesuvius, then descend into local wine cellars for a tasting and lunch. Based near Naples, this tour combines archaeology with viticulture, walking you through the preserved Roman city before sampling wines grown on Vesuvius's mineral-rich soil. You'll have a guide through the excavations and enter both Pompeii and Vesuvius National Park with included tickets.
Highlights
- Walk preserved streets and buildings of Roman Pompeii
- Enter Vesuvius National Park with admission included
- Taste wines from slopes where grapes grow on volcanic earth
- Lunch paired with local wine at Cantine del Vesuvio
- Expert guide through the archaeological site
- View the volcano that buried the city nearly 2,000 years ago
What to expect
You'll begin at Pompeii's excavations with a knowledgeable guide explaining the city's layout, daily life, and the eruption that froze it in time. Expect to walk uneven terrain and climb stairs as you navigate the site. After exploring, you'll head to the Vesuvius Cellars, where the landscape shifts to working vineyards clinging to the volcano's slopes. Here you'll taste several wines produced from grapes grown in this unique terroir, paired with a seated lunch featuring local flavours. The pace is moderate but steady throughout.
Good to know
You'll need reasonable fitness—the terrain is rocky and involves inclines. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Infants can use specialised seats. Not suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have heart concerns. The tour runs four to five hours total; plan for heat exposure at Pompeii.
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