From the busy streets of Naples to the top of Italy’s most famous volcano, this half-day Vesuvius tour is an absolute must-see when visiting the region. Mount Vesuvius is known worldwide for its devastating eruption of 79 AD, which destroyed the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and still dominates the skyline to this day. Following a late morning pickup from a centrally located meeting point, you will be whisked out of the city where you can enjoy a light lunch with the group before embarking on your mountain climb. Then, set off on the 500m hike to the summit. Once at the top you can follow the trail around the impressive crater, enjoy spectacular views of the Bay of Naples to the east and west, and stare down into the depths of the slumbering volcano. If crater access tickets are unavailable, the tour will still run up to 1,000 meters above sea level to enjoy the scenery. No full or partial refunds will be provided in this case.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
After the last pick up the driver will take you to a restaurant in Pompeii.
Light lunch in a local restaurant
after lunch, the driver will take you up to Mount Vesuvius national park. You will have 90 minutes for the guided tour
After the visit, you will return to Naples at the same point as in the morning.
Depart from selected pick up point in Naples 11:00 am - Grand Hotel Vesuvio, Via Partenope, 45, 80121 Napoli NA 11:00 am - Royal Continental Hotel, Via Partenope, 38, 80121 Napoli NA 11:00 am - Grand Hotel Santa Lucia, Via Partenope, 46, 80121 Napoli NA 11:10 am - Bar Pic Nic, Molo Beverello 11:20 am - NH Panorama Hotel, Via Medina, 70, 80133 Napoli NA 11:30 am - Hotel Naples, C.so Umberto I, 55, 80132 Napoli NA 11:40 am -UNAHOTELS Napoli,10, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 9, 80142 Napoli NA 11:45 am -Starhotels Terminus, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA Please be 10 minutes earlier at the chosen pick up location. Our assistant or driver will have a signboard with your name on. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before. Our assistant or driver will be waiting at the meeting point holding a sign with your name. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces. During the warmer months, bring sunscreen, a hat, and a bottleof water to stay hydrated
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Half-Day Vesuvius Drive and Summit Hike from Naples with Lunch lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $80 per person for this Naples experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:45 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Depart from selected pick up point in Naples 11:00 am - Grand Hotel Vesuvio, Via Partenope, 45, 80121 Napoli NA 11:00 am - Royal Continental Hotel, Via Partenope, 38, 80121 Napoli NA 11:00 am - Grand Hotel Santa Lucia, Via Partenope, 46, 80121 Napoli NA 11:10 am - Bar Pic Nic, Molo Beverello 11:20 am - NH Panorama Hotel, Via Medina, 70, 80133 Napoli NA 11:30 am - Hotel Naples, C.so Umberto I, 55, 80132 Napoli NA 11:40 am -UNAHOTELS Napoli,10, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 9, 80142 Napoli NA 11:45 am -Starhotels Terminus, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA Please be 10 minutes earlier at the chosen pick up location. Our assistant or driver will have a signboard with your name on. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before. Our assistant or driver will be waiting at the meeting point holding a sign with your name. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven surfaces. During the warmer months, bring sunscreen, a hat, and a bottleof water to stay hydrated
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Napoli City Vision.
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Peppe is an absolute legend, best driver/DJ/Entertainer! The wine tour was also great!
Grazie mille per la fantastica recensione! 😊 Siamo felicissimi che Peppe abbia reso la giornata così speciale con la sua simpatia, musica e professionalità. Ci fa piacere sapere che hai apprezzato anche il wine tour! Gli faremo sicuramente sapere. Alla prossima! 🍷
Peppe was very friendly and took us to a view point after the tour that we would not have seen otherwise. We saw the whole of Naples coast from here. The wine was fantastic and the food was very good and definitely enough to fill you up. 3 courses of good food
Grazie mille per la tua splendida recensione! 😊 Siamo felici che Peppe abbia reso la giornata speciale e ti abbia portato a scoprire un punto panoramico unico sulla costa di Napoli. Ci fa inoltre piacere che tu abbia apprezzato il vino e il nostro pranzo! Speriamo di rivederti presto! 🍷
Peppe was our bus driver, he was fun and interactive. Great tour!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that Peppe made the tour fun and engaging. We’re glad you had a great experience with us and hope to welcome you again soon for another adventure! 🍷
Gretta and Mario have made our day wonderful at Vesuvius. Gretta made our wait for the rest of the people who were in Pompeii a fantastic moment to introduce us to the craft of cameos. At lunch, she introduced us to the tradition of the Neapolitan horn. During the journey, we enjoyed good music related to Vesuvius, Naples, and Italy, while she brought us closer to the legends surrounding the mountain we were going to climb, in excellent Spanish. And she gave us wonderful recommendations for future excursions for when we return!
Estimado/a, ¡Muchísimas gracias por compartir esta maravillosa reseña! Nos llena de alegría saber que disfrutaron de una experiencia inolvidable en el Vesubio junto a Greta y Mario. Nos encanta que Greta haya podido hacer de la espera un momento especial, acercándoles a la tradición de la artesanía de los camafeos y compartiendo con ustedes curiosidades sobre la cultura napolitana, como la historia del cuerno napolitano. También nos alegra saber que disfrutaron del trayecto, la música y las historias sobre el Vesubio, Nápoles e Italia. Para nosotros es muy importante que cada viaje no sea solo una visita, sino una experiencia llena de emociones, cultura y recuerdos. Compartiremos con mucho gusto sus palabras con Greta y Mario, quienes estarán encantados de saber que contribuyeron a hacer su día tan especial. Esperamos darles la bienvenida nuevamente para descubrir juntos otros rincones maravillosos de nuestra tierra. ¡Hasta pronto! Un cordial saludo, El Equipo
I went to Mt. Vesuvius, our driver Ivan was SO lovely :) however there was a big issue with tickets at mt. Vesuvius… I understood I had to get mine but the 2 people in my group had no ticket even though it was in their price? It made me nervous to travel with Viator company again. Ivan was lovely and tried to help us!
Hi Fiona, thank you for your review. We’re truly sorry for the issue with the Vesuvius tickets and understand your frustration. Ivan informed us about the situation, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. Please contact us directly — we’ll be happy to review the case and find a fair solution. We’re also glad to hear you appreciated Ivan’s kindness and professionalism. Staff Napoli City Vision
A not very good experience. We got more useful info from the taxi driver, before he picked the "guide" up. Itinerary was reversed, so lunch was postponed until after climbing Vesuvius rather than on the way as advertised. This messed up our evening as lunch wasn't finished until 1530. We expected an English speaking guide on Vesuvius, but he left us at the entrance, so we had no guide. We had to buy tickets in advance ourselves, which we booked for the time slot according to Viator. This turned out to be too late, so we had yo wait 20 minutes at entrance, which cost us 20 minutes at the top. The taxi driver and the pizza were great, but everything else was a shambles. Better to go to Ercanolo Scavi on the train for 5 euros and pick up one of the shuttle busses!
Dear David, We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide smooth and enjoyable tours, and it’s disappointing to learn that there were several issues with the itinerary and the guiding service. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will certainly look into how we can improve these aspects for future guests. We also regret any inconvenience caused by the timing of the lunch and the delays at the summit. We appreciate you highlighting the positives, like the taxi driver and the pizza, and we will work to ensure that future tours are more organized and aligned with what is advertised. We hope you'll consider visiting us again and giving us the chance to provide you with a better experience. Kind regards, Staff Napoli City Vision
Aldo has an encyclopedic knowledge of the history of Naples that he freely shared. Hearing him talk about it as an understandably proud Neapolitan made the experience that much more enjoyable. He included a lot of extra sights and insights. Note, if he offers an umbrella, take it!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled you enjoyed Aldo’s deep knowledge and passion for Naples—it’s what makes our tours special. His extra sights and insights truly bring the city to life. And yes, his umbrella tip is legendary! We’re proud to have Aldo on our team and delighted your experience was so memorable.
This tour was a great way to spend a few hours while in Naples. Pickup from my hotel was on time and guide provided great narration and overview of the day while enroute to meet the rest of my group and start the tour. I then met our guide Christian and he explained in detail the timing and itinerary for the day. The included pizza lunch was yum, and the view over Naples from the restaurant was stunning. Our group then continued the drive up the mountain with great narration along the way. Our guide double checked with each of us that we had the correct tickets to enter the park so we’d be able to breeze in. Christian explained how the hike would be and assured us it was manageable as the whole trail is clearly marked. Turns out he was right and while it’s a little steep in the beginning once you reach the top the views are incredible. Once our hike was finished it was a quick drive back to the city and dropped me back at the hotel. Loved that Christian offered suggestions for restaurants and other sites to see with my days in Naples.
Dear Customer, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day with us in Naples and that everything — from the hotel pickup to the final drop-off — went smoothly. Christian will be so pleased to know his narration, itinerary guidance, and hiking tips helped make your experience both enjoyable and stress-free. We’re glad you loved the pizza lunch and the stunning views from the restaurant, as well as the unforgettable scenery from the top of the trail. It’s always our goal to make our guests feel cared for from start to finish, and we’re happy Christian’s suggestions added extra value to your time in Naples. We hope to welcome you back soon for more adventures with Napoli City Vision! Warm regards, The Napoli City Vision Team
What an unbelievable day - Pompei , a great lunch and a hike up Mt Vesuvius ! We had a wonderful driver (Aldo) and a fabulous guide (Chris). They went out of their way at every turn to make it a special day for us. They shared a great deal outside of the tours and did little things as we drove … both were very knowledgeable and had a passion for what they do - We had a great time
Hi dear, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are very happy that you have met your expectations and hope to be able to welcome you again for other occasions! Best regards Staff NapoliCityVision
Great experience! Our guide Martina and driver Adamus were friendly, knowledgeable and worked hard to make this a memorable experience. A few things that one should consider: 1. Make sure you buy your tickets to climb the volcano within the park—well in advance( they are available the first part of each month). We did not do this and had to scramble to get tickets and had to pay more to secure them. 2. The climb to the crater is challenging, so be prepared and bring water, sunscreen and good walking shoes/sneakers. The views from the top are breathtaking!
Dear Customer, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that Martina and Adamus made your experience both enjoyable and memorable — they will be so pleased to know their efforts were appreciated. We also truly value the helpful tips you’ve shared for future visitors. Planning ahead for tickets and preparing for the climb are excellent points, and we’re sure your advice will help many others make the most of their visit. It’s great to know you enjoyed the spectacular views from the crater — they are indeed unforgettable! We hope to welcome you back to Naples for more adventures with Napoli City Vision in the future. Warm regards, The Napoli City Vision Team
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Day Vesuvius Drive and Summit Hike from Naples with Lunch | 4–5 hours | 4.7 (13) | $80 | |
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 Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vesuvius Hike Small-Group Tour from Naples | 8 hours | 5.0 (1) | $149 | View |
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