Vesuvius Experience

Tour description

A visit to Vesuvius is well worth-while and undoubtedly provides a fascinating experience. The Volcano of Naples soars over the Gulf and dominates the landscape with its unmistakeable conical shape and his undoubtedly the most famous and the best know ever since antiquity. The appearance of Vesuvius today is hence the result of its successive eruption phases and the sum of the debris accumulated over the centuries. The differents eruptions have wiped out whole towns situated along the mountain’s flanks and obliterated vast cultivated areas, especially vineyards which, thanks to the fertility of the soil produce excellent wine. Departure from hotel/meeting point to reach the car park of the Volcano (1.000mt) along a steep footpath leading up the slopes of the “Great Cone”, it takes about 30/45 minutes climb to the summit of the crater (1.165mt) and free time for discover with an Alpine Guide all the information about the crater and for admire magnificent panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples. Afterwards visit a local vineyard where you will have a tour of the “winery” and learn about the wine making process, and enjoy a leisurely light lunch accompanied by a tasting of the local wine.

Finishing time approx. 05:30 pm.

Included in your tour

  • Transfer from and back your hotel/meeting point
  • Travel by air conditioning minibus
  • Assistance on board
  • Authorized Alpine guide
  • Easy lunch and wine tasting
  • Entrance fee

Not included

Don't Forget

  • Camera
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Water, sun protection and hat
  • Identity card & Green Pass

Additional Information

  • The order of itinerary may vary depending on traffic, special events and weather conditions.
  • Limited wheelchair and buggy access.

General Conditions

  • The company offers free pickup/drop off service in scheduled hotels if possible.
  • On reservation it is possible to arrange pickup/drop off in other partners hotel.
  • All the excursions are guaranteed in English
  • Lexa Viaggi is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings.

The duration of the tour may change, according to traffic and weather conditions, and other reasons not depending on our company.

Cancellations and Responsibilities

For cancellations of any excursions given at least 24 hours prior to departure, a total refund will be given, less cancellation costs. No refund of any kind will be made to clients who miss departure or abandon the excursion once started. Lexa Viaggi whilst acting as intermediary between the travelers transport carriers and the hotel cannot be held responsible for any accident, delay and irregularity or loss of baggage and personal belongings, or any damage suffered by passengers by a third part or by “force majeure”, food, landslides, strikes, earth tremors.

Lexa Viaggi cannot be held responsible for any accidents or damage that may be caused by the explosive activity of the Volcano Vesuvius.

The excursion program is insured according to the art. 20 of the Italian law (17.03.1995)

From €99

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