About this experience
From Rome to Pompeii: a modern comfort bus for a trip into the past. Enjoy an air-conditioned coach ride (with free WiFi) to one of history's most fascinating sites. Once you arrive, you'll get skip-the-line access to this fascinating ancient city preserved by the lava from Mt. Vesuvius. After a day spent wandering through the eerily well-preserved remains, you'll board your bus again and be shuttled in air-conditioned comfort back to Rome.
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Your day
Departure from Piazza del Popolo, Rome
Board your air-conditioned coach with free Wi-Fi at 7.30 am sharp — arrive 15 minutes early to ensure a smooth departure.
Panoramic tour of Naples
The coach passes through Naples, giving you a sweeping view of the city and its famous waterfront before continuing south.
Pompeii — skip-the-line entry
Walk straight into the ancient site and explore the extraordinary remains of the Roman city buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD at your own pace.
Mount Vesuvius hike (spring/summer) or Amalfi Coast (winter)
From March to late November, join the optional hike to the crater of Vesuvius; from early November to March, enjoy a scenic Amalfi Coast drive with free time in Positano.
Return to Rome
Board the coach and travel back in comfort to Piazza del Popolo, Rome.
Pickup & departure
Piazza del Popolo, Rome
Arrive at least 15 minutes before the 7.30 am departure. Your ticket or booking confirmation will be checked at the meeting point.
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- Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Cash or card for lunch (pizzerias are available near the archaeological site)
- Snacks if preferred
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) for outdoor visits
- Your booking confirmation (mobile ticket accepted)
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Good to know
Free cancellation
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience starts. Cancellations made within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable.
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Receive your tickets on time, for the experience you booked.
100% experience guarantee
A full refund if your experience does not happen as promised.
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Help before, during and after your trip from our support team.
About your host
BMG
An established tour operator running day trips and guided excursions from Rome to Italy's most iconic historical and natural sites.
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Frequently asked questions
Where does the trip depart from?
The coach departs from Piazza del Popolo in central Rome at 7.30 am. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
What happens if the weather is bad on the day?
If rain prevents the Vesuvius hike, the group visits the National Archaeological Museum of Naples instead — home to one of the world's finest collections of Roman artefacts.
Is the Vesuvius hike included in winter?
No. From early November to March, Vesuvius is not accessible. The itinerary is replaced with a scenic panoramic drive along the Amalfi Coast and free time in Positano.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included. There are pizzerias close to the Pompeii archaeological site, so bring cash or a card. You are also welcome to bring your own snacks.
Can children join this trip?
Yes. Children under 2 travel free if they sit on an adult's lap. Please check ticket options for older children when booking.
Do I need to print my ticket?
A mobile ticket is accepted — simply have your booking confirmation ready on your phone or in print at the meeting point.