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Mt Vesuvius Half-Day Trip from Naples afternoon
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The Vesuvius is one of the most studied and well-known volcanoes in the world. A symbol of Naples with its unique shape, it has a typical frusto-conical shape, with its highest peak reaching 1277 metres. The crater currently has a diameter of 450 metres and a depth of 300 metres. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 destroyed the Roman cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis and Stabiae, as well as several other settlements. Pick up at the station meeting point in Naples around 14:30 and drive by highway directly to Torre del Greco village where we begin our climb passing through Vesuvius National Park until 1000 mt. From the parking place access to the path going to the top of the only still active volcano of continental Europe. Two hours at your disposal to reach and walk around the crater at 1200 mt to see the charming bay of Naples from eastern to western side. Be back to the parking at the time fixed by the driver and return to Naples with drop off at the station around 18:00
- afternoon trip to Mt. Vesuvius from Naples
- Drive through Vesuvius National Park
- Hike to the summit and peer into the crater of Vesuvius
- Panoramic views of the beautiful Bay of Naples
- Narration on request by a national park guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Additional information
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress code is smart casual
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation in the rare event there are not at least 2 passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
In case Mt. Vesuvius National Park is closed due to bad weather conditions and/or other circumstances beyond our control, you will be refunded 50%
Infants must sit on laps
