Tours/Naples/Pompeii private small group tour - 4 hours including transfers
Pompeii private small group tour - 4 hours including transfers
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At a glance
Duration
3–4 hours
Price from
$286 / person
Location
Naples, Italy
Rating
4.1 / 5 · 14 reviews
Languages
EN, IT
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
A DRIVE INTO THE BLUE
Description
Go back in time with this private 4-hour trip to Pompeii. Explore the archaeological site on your own or with a guide (if you select this tour option). You will have about two hours to visit the ruins of Pompeii itself, not including transportation time.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult
$137
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Naples & surrounding p/u 4 hours
Guidance
Duration: 4 hours: up to 4.45 hours including transfer
Inclusions : 1) Car 2) licensed Guide 3) Tickets to Pompeii
Pickup included
Driver and Guide min. #
Inclusions: 1) Vehicle availability 2) Driver/Guide. The driver will be the same as the guide. Not included tickets to Pompeii.
Pickup included
Sorrento & Amalfi coast p/u 5 hours
Duration: 5 hours: up to 5.45 hours including time for the transfer
Round-trip to Pompei: Option applied for pickups within the Sorrento and Amalfi coast area.
Sedan - Minivan: Mercedes sedan of Minivan.
Inclusions: 1) Vehicle availability. 2) Driver/Guide 3) Tickets to Pompei
Pickup included
Itinerary
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
Admission not included240 min
Begin the day with a pickup from your accommodation or the cruise port at approximately 8:00 - 8:30 am
Arrive at the entrance of the site at Pompeii. There, you'll either purchase your entry ticket and explore the ruins on your own or, if you have chosen the option including a guide, you'll meet your licensed tour guide for a tour of the site. In both cases, you have about two hours to explore Pompeii.
Founded in 600 B.C., from Greek and Etruscan roots to become an important Roman city. Then on August 24, A.D. 79, everything changed. Vesuvius erupted and began to bury the city under 30 feet of hot volcanic ash. For the archaeologists who excavated it centuries later, the ruins taught them volumes about daily Roman life. Today Pompeii offers the best look anywhere at what life in Rome must have been like around 2,000 years ago. This city of well-preserved ruins is yours to explore. Not rich, not poor, it was middle class—a perfect example of typical Roman life.
Foro de Pompeya
Admission not included10 min
This was the ancient city’s main square, the city’s most important spot for civic, commercial, political-religious activities.
Basilica
Admission not included5 min
The basilica, the seat of the city’s law courts, and the most significant business spot. In their model, the Christian churches were constructed.
Lupanar
Admission not included5 min
The Lupanar, the city’s brothel.
Teatro Grande
Admission not included10 min
The Teatro Grande, a very well preserved Greek-Roman 5000-seat theatre.
Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
Admission not included10 min
The Terme Stabiane, a typical spa complex. To not be missed, the three pools: the frigidarium (cold water), the tepidarium ( warm water) and caldarium (hot water).
Casa del Menandro
Admission not included10 min
a typical sample of what a wealthy Pompeian's home looked like.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Driver
Professional guide (if option selected)
Tickets (if option selected)
Hotel/port/train station pickup and drop-off
Not included
Lunch
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure Point: Your accommodation or Cruise docking (if coming on a Cruise ship)
Dates: Daily
Return point: Pickup point or any different requested drop-off point located in the area of the excursion
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
14 reviews
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Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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
Dress code is smart casual
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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 this tour take?
Pompeii private small group tour - 4 hours including transfers lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $286 per person for this Naples experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel this tour 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. Departure Point: Your accommodation or Cruise docking (if coming on a Cruise ship)
Dates: Daily
Return point: Pickup point or any different requested drop-off point located in the area of the excursion Pickup points include Ghe Kale Resort, Hotel Leone.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by A DRIVE INTO THE BLUE.
Reviews(14)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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W9219ILemanuelel
July 27, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Skip the Lines, See Everything
Antonino made this the best day of our Italy trip. He picked us up right where we were staying and walked us straight past the long lines waiting to get in which was a huge time saver. Along the way, he gave us a thorough historical breakdown of Pompeii, which was essential since there's almost no information signs on site. He also answered every question we threw at him, even ones unrelated to Pompeii. Thanks to Antonino, we got to just relax and enjoy the history without any of the usual hassle. Made my trip, Thank you Antonino
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K4653ZPalexn
October 2, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Unprofessional
This tour operator cancelled on us the Monday before we were supposed to take the tour(on a Wednesday). The only explanation was we were too few...for a private small group tour. There were only 2 of us, but if that were too few to begin with then don't allow the booking. Or cancel within a reasonable amount of time. We were unable to find another tour following this because even when I booked this 6 months prior, tours were filling up fast. Extremely unprofessional. If 2 is too small for a private tour, don't accept the booking. If you need to cancel, do so within a reasonable amount of time. Not 2 days prior
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carolineaT689JX
September 6, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Pompeii private tour with Antonino
Finally toured Pompeii and it was worth it… Antonino our guide was wonderful… he was so knowledgeable and made the tour engaging, interesting and left us wanting to know more about this amazing place. It was deeply moving to see how people lived in ancient times….highly recommend this tour and Antonino as your guide.
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newportfamily
July 2, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
Avoid this unreliable driver who no-showed despite a confirmed reservation
Antonio cancelled our 6/21 Amalfi Coast excursion without notice, I only discovered it when I called him the evening before to provide him with our hotel location for pick up.
He said he had emailed me several days earlier to cancel because he was sick. However that was untrue, he actually emailed me several days before on 6/16 CONFIRMING my reservation. I’ve attached a copy of his email because he insists he never confirmed, but here it is. The email also mentions we amended the reservation, but we never did anything other than make a simple straight-forward booking. I’m not sure where is confusion is coming from - whether he mixed up his bookings, got a better offer or perhaps it was a language barrier situation - but the whole situation was unprofessional.
I made the reservation months in advance, as I knew we were traveling during high season. His cancellation left us in a lurch, and negatively impacted our travel plans as we only had a few days and had to scramble to reschedule things. Very disappointing. Avoid this unreliable vendor.
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Operator response
I am really sorry that you saw the Amalfi coast tour (not the 4 hours in Pompei as you confusingly indicated in your review) cancelled, I know very well what it means to organise a trip, moreover well in advance. A cancelled tour can be a source of great disappointment and frustration. I repeat, as I have already done several times that I am truly sorry.
However, I think you have made a bit of confusion, I am afraid you have not said exactly how the events unfolded.
1) It is true that I confirmed the tour. It is not at all true, as you say, that I deny having confirmed it.
2) You wanted to waste time and energy, by posting a copy of an email, to prove something that I never denied having done.
3) In your eagerness to punish this 'nasty, nasty' operator through a bad review, you forgot to check your email box better, it is obvious because if you had done so, you would have found the cancellation email (the content of which I will post at the end of the response) that I sent you a good 5 days before the tour. I sent you that email as soon as I knew, on the advice of my doctor, that it would be best to hospitalise me to keep my health under control.
4) You call me unprofessional and unreliable. You even go so far as to speculate that I cancelled the tour intentionally because I would have found someone who would pay me more. I will not waste my time making a comment on the above.
Quite frankly, I don't know what world you live in, I live in a world where health comes before everything.
I have intentionally chosen to work as a craftsman not as an industrialist, precisely because I want to treat my customers one by one personally as if they were friends, not numbers or lemons to squeeze. Earning money is important in everybody's life, mine also, there is something in my job, though, that is worth gold, and it is seeing my clients happy at the end of a tour, that makes me feel like a billionaire.
Having said that, please know that I fully understand the state of mind you were in when you learnt only a day before, through no fault of mine though, that you would not be getting the tour, and once again I say I am sorry. However, I do not think I deserved your words of contempt.
I wish you a long accident-free life
P.s. after so many emails we have exchanged my name is: Antonino, not Antonio (some more confusion?)
As follows the content of the email I sent you on June 16th (5 days before the 21st)
Antonino Ercolano
16 giu 2023, 21:01
a Catherine
Dear Catherine,
I am sorry to have to inform you that I have been just admitted to the hospital for a general check-up that my doctor says is necessary, I will no longer be able to provide you with the tour of the Amalfi coast next June 21st.
I have no words to express how sorry I am.
Please forgive me.
Antonino E.
A drive into the blue.
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Devin_S
June 25, 2022 · via Viator
Visit to Pompeii While on a Cruise
Antonio was the absolutely perfect guide who picked us up right from the port (pro tip—make sure you leave the cruise terminal rather than waiting right outside of your cruise ship) and then took us to Pompeii where he showed us all the highlights. He is extremely knowledgeable and his passion for history showed. As a history lover, I really enjoyed the tour and my husband did too! Would highly recommend you book this tour with Antonio for Pompeii!
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mntchon
January 18, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Pompeii
The tour we booked was amazing. The guides were knowledgeable, the sites were beautiful, and we can't wait to return. We didn't anticipate rain but they did. They had umbrellas and ponchos for us just in case. The van was roomy enough for alll seven of our party. We will definitely use them again.
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William_R
May 11, 2019 · via Viator
great guide
this was a great tour, amazing guide. very knowledgeable and adjusted our tour to specifics for our group. just the 4 of us that booked the tour, was outstanding
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Beverly_W
February 1, 2018 · via Viator
A must see.... we signed up for the...
<p>A must see.... we signed up for the private tour so there were only four of us and it was well worth it. The tour guide was a archeologist and so knowledgeable about Pompeii. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Europe. They picked us up at the docks Royal Caribbean on time and we headed to Pompeii. After the Pompeii tour, our driver took us on a tour of Naples. We had him take us to a good restaurant where the locals eat for lunch and we were delighted with our meal. Highly recommend the private tour of Pompeii</p>
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Jose G
November 19, 2017 · via Viator
This tour was the perfect way to see...
<p>This tour was the perfect way to see Naples /Pompeii, our guide was great. The driver, Antonio, picked us up at the port, The car was comfortable he was prepared and had an iPad in his car where he would highlight the areas as we drove by. Once in Pompeii, our guide was amazing, she was so knowledgeable and pleasant. Pompeii is a must!! After our tour, he dropped us off at the best place in town for pizza, Sorbillo. Excellent area for walking and local shops.</p>
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Leah B
September 5, 2017 · via Viator
Excellent tour. Our guide was...
<p>Excellent tour. Our guide was incredible and Pompeii, awe inspiring. Just wish we had a little more time to explore on our own. Half day is really not enough time! Do yourself a favor and pack snacks, lunch and plenty of water. Then plan extra time to just explore on your own. Lovely tour.</p>
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