Mount Vesuvius: Entry Ticket + Guidebook

About this experience

Mount Vesuvius: Entry Ticket + Guidebook is a self-guided visit to one of Europe's most active volcanoes, located on the Bay of Naples in Campania. The package covers entry to Vesuvius National Park and includes a printed guidebook in English covering the volcano's geological history, the 79 AD eruption that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum, and the marked trails on the upper cone. The starting point is the Sentiero del Gran Cono, the main crater path that ascends to the summit rim at roughly 1,281 metres above sea level. Visitors make their way up at their own pace, with no fixed group or departure time to follow. The crater rim offers direct views into the caldera and across the Gulf of Naples toward the city and the islands of Capri and Ischia. Assistance is provided at the meeting point to help with orientation before you set off. The guidebook serves as the on-site reference throughout the visit. Note that transfers and a live guide are not included, and the trail is not accessible for wheelchairs. For those planning a wider trip, Naples attractions range from the National Archaeological Museum to the historic centre. Entry covers access to the national park and the crater path.

Highlights

• Entry ticket to Vesuvius National Park included
• Printed English guidebook covers geology and the 79 AD eruption
• Ascend the Sentiero del Gran Cono to the summit rim
• Summit sits at roughly 1,281 metres above sea level
• Self-guided visit with no fixed group or set pace
• Covers the eruption that buried Pompeii and Herculaneum

Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund. Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.