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Day Trip from Rome: Explore Pompeii & Sorrento Amalfi Coast

4.8 · 610 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by Show Me Italy Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
12h
Group
Shared tour · private option available
Guide languages
German, English, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 08:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A budget coach day to Pompeii and Sorrento with a licensed guide for the ruins on the guided tiers and a complimentary drink by the sea in Sorrento.

Transport, Pompeii tickets and the tour leader are included at €76 per person, lunch and hotel pickup are not. The cheapest tier is transport and tickets only, so check that a guide is in your option.

In our comparison: #53 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

6 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Transport + Tickets + SorrentoThe page priceEnglishPompeii Entrance only+Sorrento: Round-trip transport from Rome–Pompeii–Sorrento–Rome. Pompeii entrance ticket only included. Complimentary drink in Sorrento.€76
German GuideGermanPompeii Guided Tour + Amalfi: Rome to Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Day Trip with German Guide Vip Duration: 12 hours Complimentary drink at Amalfi Round-trip to Pompeii + amalfi Comfortable, air-conditioned€93
Spanish GuideSpanishPompeii Guided Tour + Amalfi: Rome to Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Day Trip with Spanish Guide Vip Duration: 12 hours Complimentary drink at Amalfi Round-trip to Pompeii + amalfi Comfortable, air-conditioned€93
French GuidedFrenchPompeii Guided Tour + Amafli: Rome to Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Day Trip with French Guide Vip Duration: 12 hours Complimentary drink at Amalfi Round-trip to Pompeii + amalfi Comfortable, air-conditioned€93
English GuidedEnglishPompeii Guided Tour + Amalfi: Rome to Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Day Trip with English Guide Vip Duration: 12 hours Complimentary drink at Amalfi Round-trip to Pompeii + amalfi Comfortable, air-conditioned€93

Children from €76 (ages 2 to 17). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 25 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Entrance Fees: Admission tickets to the Pompeii archaeological site
  • Expert Guided Tour (if selected): Explore Pompeii’s highlights with a professional guide.
  • English speaking tour leader available throughout the excursion.
  • Complimentary Drink: Enjoy one drink by the sea in Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast
  • Coach-Round-trip: Comfortable air-conditioned transport from Rome to Pompeii, Sorrento.
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: Guests must meet at a central location for departure.
  • Meals and Drinks: Lunch, snacks, and beverages are not included.
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, gratuities, and any additional purchases.

Reviews

4.8
610 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 581 of 610

Star breakdown of all 610 ratings

5 stars
532 · 87%
4 stars
49 · 8%
3 stars
11 · 2%
2 stars
5 · 1%
1 star
13 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the organization and Pompeii explanations; some want more time in Sorrento.

Praised

  • Friendly trip leaders keep the day organized and explain plans clearly
  • Local guides provide historical context for Pompeii's ruins
  • Comfortable coaches and regular rest stops
  • Games and conversation make the coach journey engaging
  • Advance lunch orders in Sorrento save time for exploring

Complaints

  • Some find the time in Sorrento sufficient, while others want longer to explore or swim
  • Summer heat makes the Pompeii visit uncomfortable
  • Crowds at Pompeii can make it difficult to keep track of the guide

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (20 August 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please arrive at Piazzale Flaminio 20, in front of Pizza Dolce Cucina, 20 minutes before departure. Our tour manager will be holding a red flag. Late arrivals are non-refundable. In case of bad weather, the itinerary may change. A WhatsApp confirmation will be sent one day before the tour. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
07:00, 07:15, 07:30, 08:30 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Show Me Italy; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Children from €76 ages 2 to 17

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Rome

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #53 of 75€7612h4.77 (610)shared
Premium Minivan Trip from Rome: Pompeii Tour & Lunch in Sorrento€16911h4.97 (402)shared
Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Private Day Trip from Rome€55012h4.98 (247)private
Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio Full Day Private Tour from Rome€3638h4.99 (163)private

Ranked #53 of 75 in Day Trips from Rome by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €42 to €1020, median €200; typical length 11h. 27 of 75 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 75 Day Trips from Rome

From €76 per adult · Transport + Tickets + Sorrento