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- Italian
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Vesuvius represents for everyone the volcano that destroyed Pompeii, and if it weren't so? What if there was another story to discover?
This experience was born with the aim of revealing to travelers the secrets of this magnificent volcano.
With us, reaching the top, each visitor can feel part of the volcano itself and among the many information provided by the Volcanological Guide there are many sensations that make this experience exclusive and unique.
At the end of the route, at the highest practicable point, it will be possible to refresh and retire beyond the duration of the tour to admire the Sorrento coast, Capri and Pompeii at the same time.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting with the guide for the start of the tour will take place exactly at the entrance gate to the path that leads to the crater, the path is unique and easy to find, just use the navigator if you are by car or public transport
What to expect
With its size, flanked by Monte Somma, it dominates the background and panorama of the city of Naples.
Its fame is usually associated with the eruption of 79 AD, with which the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum entered history, destroyed and at the same time made immortal by lava, ash and lapilli.
The Vesuvius tour starts from an altitude of 1000 m., on the north side and lasts about 2 hours: together with a specialized local guide, you will walk along a path that leads to the top of the crater.
Here it will be possible to admire the southern part of the Gulf of Naples, the Sorrento Coast, Capri and Pompeii from the panoramic terrace of the chalet "La Capannuccia",
During the tour, thanks to several stops along the way, the specialized and EXCLUSIVE guide will describe and illustrate the various eruptions, the fumaroles, the crater and the transformations during the last eruptions, focusing on the eruption of 79 AD and consequently on the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Once you reach the top, at the end of the big cone path it will be possible to stay longer than the visit.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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