Food & DrinkPompeii
Private Pompeii and Vesuvius with Wine Tasting and Full Tickets
About
This private tour combines comfort, history, and nature in one seamless experience. Travel with private transportation and an English-speaking driver, avoiding crowds and logistics. In Pompeii, enjoy skip-the-line access and a licensed official guide who brings the ancient city to life at a pace tailored to your interests. Families may also choose a kid-friendly guide, with a Pompeii tour designed for children that includes a game kit and interactive map.
After Pompeii, enjoy a typical lunch and wine tasting at a local winery on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, sampling regional wines and cuisine shaped by volcanic soil. This relaxing break offers time to unwind in a scenic setting. The experience continues with skip-the-line access to Mount Vesuvius, where you’ll independently walk up to the Great Crater and enjoy stunning views over the Bay of Naples. Designed for travelers who value exclusivity, comfort, and meaningful experiences.
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What to expect
- 1Your private guide will show you the wonders of this perfectly preserved Roman Town…Your private guide will show you the wonders of this perfectly preserved Roman Town which is Pompeii. The walking tour will select the highlights of the Archaeological Park. Our Pompeii for kids activities will make it both an entertaining and learning experience for all the family. The unique Pompeii for Kids is a special visit to the ancient Roman town with many activities and games for your children. It is especially recommended for kids from 6 to 11 yrs. 2 hrs Admission included
- 2Porta Marina was one of the main gates of ancient Pompeii and the point where many…Porta Marina was one of the main gates of ancient Pompeii and the point where many travelers first entered the city. Located near the port area, it connects to the city’s defensive walls and shows how Pompeii controlled access and protected itself. Through this gate you can still walk along the original stone ramp and see the impressive fortifications that once welcomed merchants, sailors, and visitors arriving from the Bay of Naples. 5 min Admission included
- 3The Temple of Apollo is one of the oldest and most important religious sites in…The Temple of Apollo is one of the oldest and most important religious sites in Pompeii, dedicated to Apollo, the god of the sun, music, and prophecy. Set in a large open courtyard near the Forum, it once featured elegant columns and statues, including a famous bronze of Apollo aiming his bow. From here, worshippers could make offerings and seek guidance from the god, making the temple a central part of Pompeii’s spiritual life. 5 min Admission included
- 4Pompeii’s Forum offers visitors a direct encounter with the city’s civic heart. From…Pompeii’s Forum offers visitors a direct encounter with the city’s civic heart. From the modern walkways and terraces surrounding the square, you can observe the spatial arrangement of temples, administrative buildings, and market structures that once framed public life. This elevated perspective makes it easier to understand how politics, religion, and commerce intersected in a single monumental space. With the ruins of the Capitolium, Basilica, and Macellum all in view, the Forum reveals itself as a bustling stage where announcements were made, deals were brokered, and festivals unfolded at the foot of Mount Vesuvius. 10 min Admission included
- 5The Macellum was Pompeii’s main food market, a covered complex where vendors sold…The Macellum was Pompeii’s main food market, a covered complex where vendors sold fish, meat, fruit, and imported delicacies. Its layout of stalls, storerooms, and a central shrine illustrates the organization of Roman commerce and the importance of food supply in urban life. Excavated counters, marble tables, and decorative elements still evoke the lively bustle of shoppers and traders that once filled the market each morning. 5 min Admission included
- 6The Forum Baths were among the most elegant public bath complexes in Pompeii, serving…The Forum Baths were among the most elegant public bath complexes in Pompeii, serving as a social and recreational hub for citizens. Divided into men’s and women’s sections, the complex included changing rooms, warm and hot bathing halls, and a cold plunge pool, all heated by an advanced hypocaust system. Remarkably preserved stucco reliefs and vaulted ceilings still convey the refined atmosphere that once made bathing a daily ritual of hygiene, leisure, and conversation. 10 min Admission included
- 7The House of the Vettii is one of Pompeii’s finest aristocratic residences, renowned…The House of the Vettii is one of Pompeii’s finest aristocratic residences, renowned for its richly decorated frescoes and elegant architectural layout. Built around spacious atria and peristyle gardens, it reflects the lifestyle and aspirations of wealthy merchant owners in the 1st century AD. Mythological paintings, ornamental motifs, and refined domestic spaces offer a vivid glimpse into elite taste and the artistic culture of the Roman home. 10 min Admission included
- 8The Insula dei Casti Amanti is a residential and commercial block named after a vivid…The Insula dei Casti Amanti is a residential and commercial block named after a vivid fresco showing a pair of lovers sharing an affectionate moment. Today visitors access the site via elevated ramps that allow a clear, panoramic view into the workshops, storerooms, and domestic rooms below, without disturbing the fragile archaeological surfaces. From this perspective, it becomes easy to picture craftsmen at work and families moving between spaces, as trade and home life were closely intertwined in Pompeii. The preserved frescoes, painted signs, and half-finished renovations reveal a neighborhood caught in the midst of its daily routine at the moment of the eruption in AD 79, offering rare insight into the city’s urban fabric and the social world of its working inhabitants 10 min Admission included
- 9The Teatro Grande invites visitors to step into the world of Roman drama and public…The Teatro Grande invites visitors to step into the world of Roman drama and public entertainment. From the upper terraces, which are now accessed by modern walkways, you can look down onto the sweeping semicircular seating tiers, the stage building, and the orchestra area where musicians and dancers once performed. The theatre’s excellent acoustics and commanding views toward the city and Mount Vesuvius help convey why performances here drew large crowds for comedies, tragedies, and public ceremonies. Standing within the auditorium, it is easy to imagine the applause, costumes, and festive atmosphere that made theatre-going a shared cultural experience in Pompeii. 5 min Admission included
- 10The Antiquarium of Pompeii serves as the gateway to understanding the city before…The Antiquarium of Pompeii serves as the gateway to understanding the city before exploring its streets. Visitors move through well-organized galleries displaying statues, household objects, inscriptions, jewelry, and other artifacts recovered during excavations. From elevated platforms and glass cases, you can examine delicate items that would not survive in the open site, while panels and reconstructions provide context on daily life, religion, and the eruption of AD 79. The final rooms present plaster casts of victims and dramatic eruption material, offering a powerful and emotional frame through which to view the ruins that await outside 10 min Admission included
- 11Perched on the legendary slopes of Mount Vesuvius, Cantina del Vesuvio – Famiglia…Perched on the legendary slopes of Mount Vesuvius, Cantina del Vesuvio – Famiglia Russo offers an unforgettable wine experience. Here, centuries of tradition meet volcanic terroir, producing wines rich in flavor and character. Visitors can explore the vineyards, taste signature reds and whites, and enjoy artisanal local pairings—all in a warm, family-run setting. A true taste of Campania, where every sip tells a story. Lunch consists of a set menu: Appetizers: Bruschetta, provolone cheese, salame and capocollo cured pork meat Main: Spaghetti with the cherry tomatoes “del Piennolo” from Mt Vesuvius Dessert: “Pastiera” - wheat and ricotta cake 5 different wines will be served (Rosè Sparkling, White, Rosé. Red, Red Reserva, sweet Dessert Wine). 1 hr 30 min Admission included
- 12Your driver will take care of tickets and will bring you the closest to the beginning…Your driver will take care of tickets and will bring you the closest to the beginning of the trail. It takes approx. 30 minutes up the hill on a trail made of gravel and ash. You will be in the sun and exposed to wind. On the top, you can listen to the live introduction of a volcanologist. This is a 10 minutes shared talk in English that starts every few minutes. You can walk halfway around the crater on your own. This takes about 30 minutes. There are great pictures opportunity on a clear day. Then you walk down the same way to meet your driver. There is a café by the parking lot if somebody does not feel like climbing up. 2 hrs Admission included
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Plan my dayWhat’s included
- Wine Tasting and Typical Lunch in a Local Winery
- Deluxe Mercedes Minivan
- Blue Badge Private Guide in Pompeii
- Live commentary on board
- Pompeii Express skip-the-line tickets and Mt.Vesuvius tickets
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
- Please indicate all the participants full names which are required for the tickets
- Comfortable walking shoes and sun gears are recommended
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Meeting & pickup
Pompeii
We operate pick up in Naples, Sorrento, Pompeii etc... from hotels, vacation rentals, train station, airport and cruise terminal/port. Please specify your pick-up place upon booking.
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- Driver+Guide+Wine+TicketsDriver plus Official Guide : Official Private Guide in Pompeii (2 Hours) + English-Speaking Driver for the Full Day Wine Tasting and Typical Lunch Deluxe Mercedes Minivan: All Comforts + A/C Skip-the-line-Tickets: Skip-the-Line Access to Pompeii & Gran Cono Trail, Mount Vesuvius Pickup included
- Kid-Friendly Pompeii & TicketsPompeii for Kids Tour: Kid-Friendly Guide in Pompeii with Interactive Activities for Children Aged 6–12 Wine Tasting and Typical Lunch Deluxe Mercedes Minivan: All Comforts plus A/C English-Speaking driver Skip-the-line-Tickets: Skip-the-Line Access to Pompeii & Gran Cono Trail, Mount Vesuvius Pickup included