Explore the famous archaeological site of Pompeii at your own pace with this independent 6-hour shore excursion from Naples cruise port. Book your transfer in advance and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan to and from the excavation. Enjoy a visit time at the site of 4 hours.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:45 AM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 18+)
$74
Child (ages 4–17)
$49
Infant (ages 0–3)
Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Meet your driver near the dock at the Naples cruise port and climb into the awaiting vehicle for the drive to Pompeii (roughly 40 minutes). Enjoy the opportunity to spend a full 4 hours at the site, exploring at your own pace - most tours offer only a 2-hour visit. At the end of the visit you will find the driver waiting for you at the agreed time to return you comfortably to the cruise terminal in Naples.
What's included
Included
Audio Guide & maps
Round-trip shared transfer
Entrance skip the line ticket in Pompeii (euro 20)
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
If your ship docks at Stazione Marittima, pick-up will be outside the cruise terminal building, at the exit of the box of the security under the blue sign "Stazione Marittima".
If your ship docks at Pier 21, pick-up will be just outside the exit gate where the ship will dock, just next to the ship.
In both cases, a driver/guide will show a sign with the name.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
20 reviews
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How it compares in Naples
Starting price $74 is 68% below the typical $228 for tours of similar length in Naples
Excurgo comparison of 2,934 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
We require a minimum of 2 participants in total every day to operate this service. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not at least 2 participants for this service. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Lead Traveler's document ID picture required (tour purpose only)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip take?
Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip cost?
Prices start at $74 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.
What days does Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:45 AM.
How much does Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip cost for children?
Children aged 4–17 pay from $49, adults from $74. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. If your ship docks at Stazione Marittima, pick-up will be outside the cruise terminal building, at the exit of the box of the security under the blue sign "Stazione Marittima".
If your ship docks at Pier 21, pick-up will be just outside the exit gate where the ship will dock, just next to the ship.
In both cases, a driver/guide will show a sign with the name. Pickup points include Naples port.
What languages is Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, PT, CMN, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 22 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Naples Shore Excursion: Pompeii Independent Half-Day Trip worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Project Napoli Service.
Reviews(20)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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KCBrewsterNY
May 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Run thru Pompeii
Was really looking forward to touring Pompeii but this tour company was terrible. The good news is the transportation from the cruise pier was great. The rest was bad news. Very disorganized in getting tour going, too many people assigned to guide (30+), guide could not keep group together and basically ran through exhibitions. So bad we had a number of people leave tour mid way. We have done many tours and this company is by far the worst. Do yourself a favor and find another tour operator.
Operator response
Dear customer on high season is normal that a guide handle about 30 people. Best regards
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Connie_K
September 23, 2023 · via Viator
Seeing the ruins was...
Seeing the ruins was awesome, but very disappointed our guide max did not show us the theater, which was a main attraction. We were too tired after 2 hours to go all the way back to try to find it.
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Anna_C
June 6, 2023 · via Viator
Good outward travel
Trip out was good as had private transport but had 6 hours instead of expected 4 and was bussed back with lots of other people and the return journey was quite late so we were worried we had been forgotten. Would do by taxi or train next time
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Stacey_J
August 13, 2019 · via Viator
Highly recommend
The driver met us right at the cruise port (holding up a sign with our name) and brought us in an air-conditioned van to Pompeii. He was very punctual (actually a little early) with excellent customer service, as he explained the sights as we were driving. Another driver picked us up about 4 hours later, which was the perfect amount of time to spend in Pompeii as well as have time for lunch. Highly recommend this transfer!
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Michael s
August 27, 2018 · via Viator
Fantastic day out, big queue for...
<p>Fantastic day out, big queue for tickets, faster if you just join a guide plenty touting for business<br/>
remember to pick up a map before you enter or its to late once your in</p>
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LESLEY W
July 11, 2018 · via Viator
A good tour. A bit long but...
<p>A good tour. A bit long but necessary to appreciate all the variations that the 4 destinations offer. Good driver. Worth doing and worked well with our cruise.</p>
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barryedwards256
November 9, 2017 · via Viator
Very professional service clean...
<p>Very professional service clean modern vehicle reasonable price will certainly use viator again rather than ship organised tours saves you an asbsolute fortune</p>
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Christopher S
October 21, 2017 · via Viator
This was a convenient...
<p>This was a convenient shore-excursion round-trip shared transfer as described, nothing more. Driver was prompt and courteous.</p>
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Janice C
October 13, 2017 · via Viator
Just a transfer but was good. Pick...
<p>Just a transfer but was good. Pick up location not very conducive for the amount of traffic at Pompeii and I had to call because our drver was late picking us up on return.</p>
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catherinesyng
August 30, 2017 · via Viator
This is basically a shuttle service...
<p>This is basically a shuttle service which the company performed as agreed, nothing more. I was there before the ticket office opened and did not line up right away. You should line up for the tickets as soon as you get there.</p>
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