Mt Vesuvius is the best known volcano on earth; it dominates the Bay of Naples with its characteristic cone. It is a typical example of a volcano in a volcano made by an outer broken cone, Mt Somma (1133 metres) with a crateric belt most of which is destroyed. In it there is a smaller cone, the Mt Vesuvius (1281 metres), divided by lowering named Valle del Gigante (Giants Valley).

Highlights

• Spectacular drive up to 1000 metres
• Stunning view of the all Bay of Naples
• See the lava of the last eruption 1944
• Free time to walk to the crater

Suggestions: comfortable walking shoes,cameras.

Entrance fees: Mt Vesuvius (the crater) 6.50 Euros

Please note that all rates quoted include a vehicle and driver, highway tolls, car fuel, parking.

Exclude  entrance fees, lunch, professional guide for excavations of Pompeii or Herculaneum and tips.

Cost for a full optional vehicle with English speaking driver for 4 hours tour (half day):

Private guide service at the excavations of Pompeii or Herculaneum is available upon request at an extra charge.