--- title: "Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Naples country: Italy price: 140 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.67 reviews: 249 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en, it, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Pickup and both fees rank_in_category: 52 of 63 (Day Trips from Naples) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/tours/naples-pompeii-herculaneum-day-trip-small-group-tour/ --- # Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip – Small Group Tour **Guidekin's take:** Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day with archaeologist guides and both entrance fees in the price, pickup and drop off in Naples, and lunch sold as a tier. The Vesuvius crater is not on the route, it runs in all weather, and the minimum party rises in winter. 4.67 from 249 reviews for 8h. In our comparison: #52 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Set off on an unforgettable day trip from Naples to explore the ancient marvels of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Accompanied by our knowledgeable local archaeologist guides, you will embark on an immersive walking tour through the remarkably intact streets, homes, and public spaces of these ancient cities, uncovering the rich stories they hold. As you journey through time, you'll be captivated by the poignant remains of Pompeii and the stunning preservation of Herculaneum—both of which were frozen in history by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Following the Pompeii tour, indulge in a delightful Italian light lunch to round off your experience. This excursion seamlessly blends history, archaeology, culture, and cuisine, offering a truly memorable insight into the heart of ancient Italy. You can choose between: 1. Pompeii and Herculaneum tour with lunch included 2. Pompeii and Herculaneum tour without lunch included ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 9 pickup points - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food included: Lunch (if selected) - Children from €98: ages 4 to 12 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 9 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €140 per person for the Regular Group - no lunch option; other options up to €205 - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.67/5 from 249 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Worldtours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Italian, Spanish - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.67 from 249 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 92% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 230 of 249. - 5 stars: 198 (80%) - 4 stars: 32 (13%) - 3 stars: 11 (4%) - 2 stars: 5 (2%) - 1 star: 3 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the site guides and the contrast between the ruins; long lunch breaks and waits can interrupt the day. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable site guides who explain Roman daily life and the excavations - Visiting Pompeii and Herculaneum together helps reviewers compare the sites - Small groups that make the guided visits feel personal - Helpful drivers and well coordinated transfers between the sites - Guides who seek out shade during hot weather **Complaints:** - Long lunch breaks and waits between site visits - Some praise the Herculaneum guide while others find the commentary unfocused - Some report hotel pickup being replaced by a walk to a meeting point - Some find transfers comfortable while others report cramped buses or poor air conditioning Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-11-13 to 2026-09-27); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Regular Group - no lunch | €140 / person | English, Italian, Spanish | Group Capacity: up to 30/40 participants Duration: 8 hours no lunch Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples Autobus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax | | Small Group - no lunch | €155 / person | English, Italian, Spanish | Hotel pick up (from the list) Group Capacity: up to 18/20 participants Duration: 8 hours no lunch Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples minibus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax | | Regular Group - Lunch | €170 / person | English, Italian, Spanish | Group Capacity: up to 30/40 participants Duration: 8 hours lunch included Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Lunch Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples autobus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax Starting point: Starhotels Terminus, P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy Pickup included | | Semi Private Group - no lunch | €180 / person | English, Italian, Spanish | Door to Door Service Group Capacity: up to 8/10 participants Duration: 8 hours no lunch Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax Pickup included | | Small Group - Lunch | €185 / person | English, Italian, Spanish | Hotel pick up (from the list) Group Capacity: up to 18/20 participants Duration: 8 hours lunch included Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Lunch Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples minibus Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax | | Semi Private Group - Lunch | €205 / person | English, Italian, Spanish | Door to Door Service Group Capacity: up to 8/10 participants Duration: 8 hours lunch included Itinerary: Pick up in Naples Pompeii guided tour 2h Lunch Herculaneum guided tour 1h30 Drop off in Naples van Important to Know: High season (Apr–Oct) has a minimum of 2 pax Low season (Nov–Mar) has a minimum of 4 pax Pickup included | ## What's included - Pompeii entrance fee - Local tour guide of Pompeii and Herculaneum - Herculaneum entrance fee - Lunch (if selected) - Pick ip/Drop off in Naples ## Not included - The visit of the crater of the Mt Vesuvius is not included in the itinerary - Gratuities - Optional activities ## Itinerary 1. **Naples** (pass by, no stop) - Pick up 2. **Archaeological Park of Pompeii** (2h; admission included) - Our tour guide will provide you a fantastic tour inside Pompeii ruins and will be able to discover the ancient city. The guide meets the group outside the archeological site. The tour is about 2h inside the site 3. **Archeological Park of Herculaneum** (2h; admission included) - Stroll through the streets of the Herculaneum and check the differences with other archeological sites, such as Pompeii ruins. Both archaeological sites feature the excavated ruins of alleyways and homes where you are free to explore and yet continue to unearth the remains of... 4. **Naples** (pass by, no stop) - Drop off ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point We will contact you via the dashboard or WhatsApp 24 hours before the tour to confirm your exact pickup details. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJo8NVhU4IOxMRPO8NC6HwW-w Pickup points listed by the operator: 9 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Min. 2 pax in high season (Apr–Oct), min 4 pax in low season (Nov–Mar). - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - The duration of each stop is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the traffic conditions - The Pickup time MUST BE confirmedvia the dashboard based on your accommodation. Tour Departure is NOT the pickup time. - People with mobility problems Booking asks for: passport details, arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Day Trips from Naples | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #52 of 63** | €140 | 8h | 4.67 (249) | shared | | [Private Amalfi Coast Tour - Enjoy it with our local english speaking driver](/italy/naples/tours/private-amalfi-coast-tour-enjoy-it-with-our-local-english-speaking-driver/?format=md) | €320 | 7h | 4.99 (502) | private | | [Best of Amalfi Coast & Pompeii: Exclusive Private Day Experience](/italy/naples/tours/best-of-amalfi-coast-pompeii-exclusive-private-day-experience/?format=md) | €234 | 7h | 4.99 (446) | private | | [Full Day Private Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento/Naples/Salerno](/italy/naples/tours/full-day-private-amalfi-coast-tour-from-sorrento-naples-salerno/?format=md) | €285 | 7h | 4.96 (889) | private | Ranked #52 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €557, median €109; typical length 8h. 15 of 63 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/day-trips-from-naples/?format=md ## More in Naples - All Naples tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/tours/naples-pompeii-herculaneum-day-trip-small-group-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/?format=md