Unveiling Pompeii: Guided Day Trip from Rome

Duration11h - 13h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 100 travelers

Skip the linePriority entrance

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience an unforgettable Pompeii day trip from Rome with round-trip deluxe coach transport, a professional guide, and optional hotel pick-up in the city centre.

Enjoy skip-the-line access and the expert support of a tour host throughout.

The itinerary varies by date, so make sure to revise it properly before booking.

*Until 31 October: travel through the Italian countryside to Sorrento, with free time to explore and a limoncello tasting, then continue to Pompeii for a guided tour of its ancient streets and ruins.

*From 2 November: head directly to Pompeii for a more in-depth visit, including a guided tour of about 2.5 hours, followed by free time before returning to Rome.

Regardless of the travel date you'll choose, this tour combines a comfortable, enriching experience with history, culture, and flexibility.

Options

Spanish Tour with Pick-up

Guided Tour with Pick-up: Pick-up from central Rome hotels: 45 minutes before departure in hotel lobby.
The group tour will leave Rome at 7:30 AM.

English Tour

English Meet-up Guided Tour: English-guided option with a meet-up point in Rome's centre. For an extra fee, a pick-up from selected hotels can be added.

English Tour with Pick-up

Guided Tour with Pick-up: Pick-up from central Rome hotels: 45 minutes before departure in hotel lobby.
The group tour will leave Rome at 7:30 AM.

Spanish Tour

Spanish Meet-up Guided Tour: Spanish-guided option with a meet-up point in Rome's centre. For an extra fee, a pick-up from selected hotels can be added.

What's included

Valid all dates: Professional Guide in Pompeii
Valid all dates: Transport by coach Rome – Pompeii and vv
Valid all dates: Hotel Pick-up in Rome (only if selected at booking)
Valid all dates: Bilingual English-Spanish Tour Host
Valid all dates: Pompeii entrance tickets
Until 31 Oct only: Sorrento stop, with free time and included Limoncello tasting

Meals & beverages
Hotel drop-off regardless of pickup selection
Personal expenses and gratuities

What to expect

Rome
4h

The itinerary varies depending on the travel date, so please verify the correct version when booking.

Until 31 October

Depart from Rome and journey through the Italian countryside towards southern Italy. Enjoy a scenic drive showcasing stunning coastal views before reaching Sorrento, a charming seaside town.

From 2 November

Start your day heading directly from Rome to Pompeii, optimizing your time for a more in-depth historical experience.
Sorrento
3h

Until October 31, spend free time wandering its streets, visiting artisan boutiques, and taking in panoramic vistas. A stop at a local producer introduces you to the region with a limoncello tasting.

This stop won't be included for travel dates starting from November 2, 2026. You will go straight to Pompeii from Rome.
Archaeological Park of Pompeii
2h · Admission ticket included

Until 31 October

In Pompeii, you’ll meet a professional guide for a fascinating exploration of one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites. Walk through ancient streets, admire preserved villas, and discover everyday life before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

From November 2

Upon arrival, join a licensed guide for an extended tour of approximately 2.5 hours within the Pompeii Archaeological Site. Explore remarkably preserved ruins, frescoes, and public spaces, gaining deeper insight into ancient Roman civilization.
Following the guided visit, enjoy some free time before departing for Rome.
Rome
4h

Get back onboard and leave to Rome, where our day adventure will come to an end.

Travel dates until October 31 will return to Rome around 8 PM, while travel dates from November 2 will get back around 6 PM.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point: Viale Giorgio Washington, entrance to the Villa Borghese Park - 30 mins before tour departure.

Return point: Viale Giorgio Washington, entrance to the Villa Borghese Park. All customers will return to their hotels independently, as the tour does not include drop-off.

End point

Meeting point: Viale Giorgio Washington, entrance to the Villa Borghese Park - 30 mins before tour departure.

Return point: Viale Giorgio Washington, entrance to the Villa Borghese Park. All customers will return to their hotels independently, as the tour does not include drop-off.

Pickup details

*If you have selected Hotel Pick-up options: Please be ready 45 minutes before departure in the hotel lobby (60 minutes for non-central hotels), and follow the instructions received.

*Ask the reception or contact our booking office for information regarding pick-up service feasibility/coverage verification. If your hotel is not covered, please make your way to the meeting point.

*Coaches feature toilets and Wi-Fi, and a stop along the highway is scheduled in any case, both in the morning and in the afternoon.

*Even choosing the pick-up option, the hotel drop-off will not be included at the end of the day trip.

*If pick-up is not available for your hotel or if you purchased the meeting point option, please make your way to the meeting point 30 minutes before the tour starts. The meet-up point is at 7:00 AM.

*Meeting Point: Viale Giorgio Washington, entrance to the Villa Borghese Park (Metro A Flaminio), departure at 7:30 AM.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The itinerary varies depending on the travel date, so please verify the correct version when booking
All travelers must provide full names as shown on a valid ID at booking (and no later than 48 hours before the tour). A matching photo ID or a passport are required on the tour day for entry—no refunds for incorrect or missing documentation
Free cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the tour starts; a 100% fee applies for cancellations within 24 hours or in case of no-show
Tours operate with monolingual guides, in English and Spanish, always guaranteed
Maximum group size: 30 participants per guide inside Pompeii
Not suitable for wheelchair users, or guests with mobility or heart issues; wear comfortable walking shoes—one piece of hand luggage per guest if returning independently
All tours use licensed Pompeii guides; headsets are provided for clear communication
Meeting Point: Piazzale Flaminio (Viale Washington side), near the left Neoclassical portico (Metro A Line, Flaminio stop); Meeting Time: 7:00 AM (departure at 7:30 AM)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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