Day tours from Rome to Pompeii, Florence, Mount Vesuvius
A range of guided day tours from Rome visiting some world class attractions
Day tours from Rome overview
If you haven't the time to do a full tour of Italy, many of the top attractions in Italy can be visited by a long day tour from a Rome base. No need to pack your luggage and go through the tedious transfer process to another hotel.
By far the most popular single attraction from Rome are the famous ruins of Pompeii. There are several tours from Rome that twin Pompeii with other local attractions near to Pompeii, the most popular being Mount Vesuvius or Naples.
You can also have an option of bypassing the long road trip to Pompeii by taking a fast express train to Naples from where tours to Pompeii leave from the station at Naples.
In the other direction from Rome (north), Florence is within range of a day trip, as is a tour of the breathtaking Italian countryside and medieval towns and villages of Umbria and Tuscany.
Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius & Naples tours
Mount Vesuvius
Europe's only active volcano, Vesuvius is infamous for causing the destruction of Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79AD and has erupted many times since – today it's regarded as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world.
Hiking the active volcano is the only way to truly experience the magic of Mount Vesuvius.
The 20-minute upward hike to the crater takes you through soft volcanic ash and pumice, and the views from the top are well worth the effort!
Alternatively, you can stay on the ridge of the volcano and admire the views.
Pompeii
Pompeii, sits in the ominous shadow of Vesuvius.
During your personalised tour of Pompeii's remarkably well preserved ruins, you'll discover why this UNESCO World Heritage Site continues to shock and fascinate over 2.6 million people who venture here each year.
The now ruined city of Pompeii was once a sprawling metropolis of shops and residences, restaurants, gyms and brothels.
You can walk Pompeii’s main streets just as the ancient Romans did – the stones are still worn with tracks from the drawn carriages that used them nearly 2,000 years ago.
You'll also visit the forum, the centre of Pompeii’s political and social life, and view the startling plaster death casts of the victims of the catastrophic eruption that destroyed the city of Pompeii.
Naples
Naples is a historic major city close by Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius and as you would expect there are plenty of historic monuments to view and stories to hear.
POMPEII & MOUNT VESUVIUS DAY TOUR FROM ROME
Fully guided traditional coach tour
• Lunch included • Entrance to Pompeii & Vesuvius • Professional guided tour • Headsets to hear the guide
BEST OF POMPEII DAY TOUR FROM ROME
Fully guided traditional coach tour
• Lunch included • Entrance to the Pompeii archaeological area • Hotel pick up (select hotels only) • Local guide
Rome to Pompeii by train - independent package train tickets + Pompeii admission
An alternative to the fully comprehensive coach day tour from Rome is to do the long distance between Rome and Naples by train. This gives you more flexibility and tour options in Naples too.
There are three or four trains an hour between Rome Termini Station and Naples Central Station, the fastest trains taking just 70 minutes.
There are several tour combinations from Naples Central Station where the Rome trains arrive, a typical tour bus leaves Naples Central Station at 10.30am so there is plenty of time for a train down from Rome prior to boarding.
The Pompeii only tour lasts 3 hours so you are back in Naples mid-afternoon with freedom to explore the parts of Naples that interest you, before getting a late train back to Rome.
There are other longer day tour options from Naples Station with permutations that include Naples.
Rome to Pompeii by dedicated van shuttle - with optional Pompeii entrance tickets and tour
Days of operation: Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Only (March to November)
Departure point: Rome Termini Station. (main public transport hub in the centre of Rome)
Departure time: 7.30am. Due back at Termini Station about 7pm
Inclusions: Return shuttle service from Rome to Pompeii. Transportation by air-conditioned coach or mini bus. English speaking hostess on board the shuttle. Pompeii books on board for you to read and learn about the sites
Upgrade your tour: to gain access to Pompeii’s fascinating excavations and enjoy a 2-hour tour in a group of no more than 25 people, with personalized attention from your guide.
There is no toilet on board the bus, however a 10 - 15 minute stop is made en route.
Luggage storage is NOT available.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
It is not possible to stay overnight in Pompeii and return to Rome the following day as shuttle services do not run daily.
If you wish to stay overnight or longer in the Naples area then you need to visit Pompeii from Rome by train.
POMPEII BUS SHUTTLE FOR INDEPENDENT DAY TRIP FROM ROME
Choose bus only or upgrade to a tour of Pompeii
• Return shuttle service from Rome to Pompeii • Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences • Excellent value for money • Get inside tips from a local • Option to add on 2-hr walking tour
Florence day tours from Rome
BEST OF FLORENCE DAY TOUR FROM ROME
Fully guided traditional coach tour
Lunch is included, as is entrance to the Accademia Museum, hotel pick up (select hotels only), a fascinating walking tour and visits to some of Florence's biggest attractions.
FLORENCE DAY TOUR FROM ROME BY TRAIN
Fully guided tour by high speed train
You can explore Florence on your own for the day or upgrade to include a fully guided tour.
Umbria and Tuscany tour from Rome
TUSCANY & UMBRIA DAY TOUR FROM ROME
Explore one of the most beautiful parts of Italy. Full of ancient villages and stunning vistas.
Stops at Assisi and Orvieto
Children (3-7 years) €90
Capri tour from Rome
ISLAND OF CAPRI DAY TOUR FROM ROME
Visit one of the most beautiful islands in Italy, the pearl of the Mediterranean. Don't forget your camera!
Lunch included
POPULAR DAY TOURS FROM ROME
| Fully guided tours with admissions | |
|---|---|
| Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius | €119 |
| Pompeii & Naples | €134 |
| Pompeii & Amalfi Coast | €229 |
| Florence by coach - guided day tour | €164 |
| Florence by train - guided day tour | €173 |
| Capri - full day tour | €156 |
| Assisi & Orvieto - a taster of Tuscany & Umbria | €118 |
| Budget packages for independent travellers | |
| Pompeii by train | |
| Pompeii by van shuttle | €65 or include entrance and tour for €95 |
| Florence by train | |
| Private tours by car | |
| Suggested itineraries to Pompeii, Florence etc | |
| Custom tours to your specification | |
