---
title: "Private Tour: Herculaneum - Pompeii - Vesuvius with pickup"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Naples
country: Italy
price: 265
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.95
reviews: 310
duration_minutes: 480
duration_max_minutes: 540
languages: [en, it]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Private ruins, crater option
rank_in_category: 9 of 63 (Day Trips from Naples)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-22
data_updated: 2026-11-03
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/tours/private-tour-herculaneum-pompeii-vesuvius-with-pickup/
---

# Private Tour: Herculaneum - Pompeii - Vesuvius with pickup

**Guidekin's take:** Herculaneum, Pompeii and the Vesuvius crater in one private day with pickup from your accommodation, the port, the station or the airport, and a tier that adds the site tickets and a licensed guide. Vesuvius tickets and lunch are always extra, and cruise passengers must give their ship details at booking. 4.95 from 310 reviews at €265 per person.

In our comparison: #9 of 63 in Day Trips from Naples, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Guilty of decimating Pompeii and Herculaneum in AD 79, Mt Vesuvius looms over the Bay of Naples like a beautiful, silent menace.

Stopped in their tracks by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79, Herculaneum and Pompeii offer the best look anywhere at what life in Rome must have been like around 2,000 years ago.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 1599 pickup points
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Food not included: Lunch, Food and drinks
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €60: ages 0 to 6

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 1599 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €265 per person for the Herc - Pompeii no Vesuvius option; other options up to €510
- Duration: 8h–9h
- Rating: 4.95/5 from 310 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: A DRIVE INTO THE BLUE
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Italian
- Tickets: Admission included
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22

## Reviews

4.95 from 310 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 307 of 310.

- 5 stars: 300 (97%)
- 4 stars: 7 (2%)
- 3 stars: 1 (0%)
- 2 stars: 2 (1%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise detailed history and a tailored pace, though some missed Vesuvius because of ticket problems or weather.

**Praised:**
- Detailed explanations of Roman life, with patient answers to questions
- Flexible pacing and stops tailored to interests, ages and mobility needs
- Guides who keep children and teenagers engaged with the history
- Responsive planning, punctual pickups and comfortable transport
- Photos and visual aids that help explain the ruins and their history

**Complaints:**
- Difficulty securing Vesuvius tickets, sometimes resulting in a missed visit
- Weather closures prevented some visits to Vesuvius

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-12-14 to 2026-09-17); 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herc - Pompeii no Vesuvius | €265 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Only Pompeii and Herculaneum: Vesuvius visit & Skip-the-line tickets not included – licensed guide at Pompeii and Herculaneum included Private tour: Private tour – Exclusive service with dedicated driver-guide and licensed guide at the ruins. Duration: 7 hours Meal & drinks not included: Optional lunch stop available Herculaneum and Pompeii tour: The option only includes visits to Pompeii and Herculaneum, with transportation & a licensed guide. Tickets are not included. Mercedes minivan: Air-conditioned vehicle with ample luggage space Other: The option includes up to 7 hours of service. Additional time can be arranged upon request at €50 per hour or part thereof Pickup included |
| Naples & Nearby P/up (<15 km) | €400 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Pompeii Herculaneum & Vesuvius: Skip-the-line tickets and licensed guide at Pompeii and Herculaneum included. Mount Vesuvius ticket not included Private tour: This option applies to pick up from and drop off in the Naples area (within a radius of 10 miles - 15 kilometres) Duration: 8 hours: The tour includes up to 8.45 hours of service. Additional time can be arranged upon request at €50 per hour or part thereof Not included: Optional lunch stop available during the tour Herc – Pompeii – Vesuvius: optional lunch stop and tickets for Mount Vesuvius Mercedes Minivan or Sedan: Air-conditioned vehicle with luggage space Tour details: Driver - Guide - Tickets Pomp and Herc - up to 8 hours; extra time €50/hour. Ves tickets must be purchased online in advance. Pickup included |
| Naples & Nearby P/up Hi-Season | €510 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Pompeii Herculaneum & Vesuvius: Hi Season. Skip-the-line tickets and licensed guide at Pompeii and Herculaneum included. Mount Vesuvius ticket not included Private tour: This option applies to pick up from and drop off in the Naples area in high season. Duration: 8 hours: The tour includes up to 8.45 hours of service. Additional time can be arranged upon request at €50 per hour or part thereof Meals and drinks not included: Optional lunch stop available during the tour Herc – Pompeii – Vesuvius: optional: lunch stop and tickets for Mount Vesuvius Mercedes Minivan or Sedan: Air-conditioned vehicle with luggage space Tour details: Driver - Guide - Tickets Pomp and Herc - up to 8 hours; extra time €50/hour. Ves tickets must be purchased online in advance. Pickup included |
| Sorrento&Amalfi Coast pickup | €510 / person (for 2+ people) | English, Italian | Pompeii Herculaneum & Vesuvius: Skip-the-line tickets and a licensed guide at Pompeii and Herculaneum included. Mount Vesuvius ticket not included Private tour: This option applies to pick up from and drop off beyond the Naples area (> a radius of 10 miles - 15 kilometres) Duration: 8 hours: The tour includes up to 8.45 hours of service. Additional time can be arranged upon request at €50 per hour or part thereof Meal & drinks not included: An optional lunch stop is available during the tour Herc – Pompeii – Vesuvius: optional lunch stop and tickets for Mount Vesuvius Mercedes Minivan or Sedan: Air-conditioned vehicle with luggage space Additional details: Driver - Guide - Tickets Pomp and Herc - up to 8 hours; extra time €50/hour. Ves tickets must be purchased online in advance. Pickup included |

## What's included

- Bottled water
- Driver
- Tickets to Pompeii and Herculaneum (if option selected)
- Professional guide (if option selected)
- Accommodation - Port - Train station - Airport pickup and drop-off

## Not included

- Lunch
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Tickets for Mount Vesuvius

## Itinerary

1. **Archaeological Park of Pompeii** (2h) - You will meet a licensed guide at the main gate in Pompeii, after purchasing tickets, the tour begins and you will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.
2. **This gate provides access to the west of the city and it is the most impressi...** (5m) - This gate provides access to the west of the city and it is the most impressive among the seven gates of Pompeii.
3. **Foro de Pompeya** (10m) - The Civil Forum is the core of daily life of the city and is the focal point of all the main public buildings for city administration and justice, business management, and trade activities such as markets, as well as the main places of citizen worship.
4. **Basilica** (5m) - This space was used to carry out business and for the administration of justice. It is accessed from the Forum through five entrances separated by tuff pillars
5. **This was a small cook-shops where hot food was sold** (5m)
6. **Casa del Fauno** (10m) - It is one of the larger houses of Pompeii, covering an entire block of about 3000 sqm and, according to its original layout, it dates back to the 2nd century BC.
7. **Casa dei Vettii** (10m) - The house, one of the richest and most famous in Pompeii, is under the protection of Priapus, the god of prosperity, painted to the right of the door, symbolizing the economic success of the owners, the brothers Aulus Vettius Restitutus and Aulus Vettius Conviva liberti, who...
8. **Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)** (10m) - The pool is found to the left, whereas a colonnade is found to the right, which leads to the men's quarters, which are split into the apodyterium (dressing room), with the frigidarium (for cold baths), which leads to the tepidarium (for medium temperature baths) and then to...
9. **Teatro Grande** (10m) - The Grand Theatre was built by exploiting the natural slope of the hill for the construction of the auditorium. The staircase was separated into three areas with corridors, which were in turn divided into five sectors, and was based on a passage with a barrel vault.
10. **Archeological Park of Herculaneum** (1h 40m) - You will be taken by your driver to the Archeological Park of Herculaneum. There, you meet a licensed guide at the main gate and after purchasing tickets, your tour begins. You will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.
11. **Salone della Barca di Ercolano** (10m) - You will admire one of the last discoveries made by archaeologists, the incredibly restored remains of a boat dug up in the marina area, the same one where 300 skeletons were found.
12. **The nature trail n** (1h 10m) - 5 “Il Gran Cono” starts from the Piazzale (square) at an altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level in the municipality of Herculaneum at the end of the provincial road Ercolano-Vesuvio. At the moment, the Piazzale hosts a parking area for those who come by car. Before starting...
13. **Approximately 40 minutes drive from the highway to the point closest to trail...** (2h 30m) - Approximately 40 minutes drive from the highway to the point closest to trail that takes to the summit. An approximately 35 min. walk to the top of the volcano. An approximately 35 min. walk back down to the car. Approximately 40 min. drive down to the highway.
14. **Casa dei Cervi** (10m) - One of the wealthiest private homes in Herculaneum, its owner was certainly a billionaire.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22
- 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.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 1599

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If passenger are on a Cruise ship, at time of booking, They must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Dress code is casual

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €530 | €265 |
| 4 | €880 | €220 |
| 6 | €1260 | €210 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Day Trips from Naples start at €35 per person.

## Compared with other Day Trips from Naples

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #9 of 63** | €265 | 8h–9h | 4.95 (310) | private |
| [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 #9 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.

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