Rome Trip Overview
With this excursion you can visit one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. It is the only volcano on the European mainland to have erupted in the last hundred years (with Etna of course being on the island of Sicily). Well – known because of the eruption which destryed the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum in the 1st century. Fortunately, nowadays, thanks to modern machineries, we can know about the next eruption largely in advance. So do not be afraid, and enjoy your visit! After this, you discover Naples, and you will be aware why, entire world passed through its streets during its twenty-seven centuries of history. Everyone – from Greeks to Spaniards – left enduring marks on this astounding city. Studded with impressive archaeological sites, beautiful ancient churches, and hidden treasures, the historic center of Naples has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, and it will never cease to amaze visitors.
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Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Rome, Italy
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Rome, Lazio, Italy
With this excursion you can visit one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. It is the only volcano on the European mainland to have erupted in the last hundred years (with Etna of course being on the island of Sicily). Well – known because of the eruption which destryed the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum in the 1st century. Fortunately, nowadays, thanks to modern machineries, we can know about the next eruption largely in advance. So do not be afraid, and enjoy your visit! After this, you discover Naples, and you will be aware why, entire world passed through its streets during its twenty-seven centuries of history. Everyone – from Greeks to Spaniards – left enduring marks on this astounding city. Studded with impressive archaeological sites, beautiful ancient churches, and hidden treasures, the historic center of Naples has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, and it will never cease to amaze visitors.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Vesuvius National Park, Via Palazzo del Principe, 80044 Ottaviano Italy
You will meet the english speaking driver at your accomodation and begin travelling to South. After 2 hours you reach the slopes of the Mount and you need 30 more minutes to be at the entrance of the regional Park. Then, you are ready for a memorable experience. Reach the crater and be aware you are on top of at one of the most dangerous Volcano in the world, well-known because of the eruption which destroyed Pompeii and Herculano in the 1st Century and killed thousands. Do not be afraid! Just enjoy the environment and have amazing pictures. The driver will be awating for you at the parking near the entrance.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Naples, Naples, Province of Naples, Campania
From the top of the Mount Vesuvius, after approximately, 1 hour you reach Naples. You get immediately a deep intimacy with this Place and his unique atmosphere. The driver will ride around the main areas of Naples, including Posillipo, an elegant part of the city, with its beautiful homes,picturesque palaces and villas that perch romantically on hillside promontories, while you can have fantastic photos. You can even customize this part of the trip at your leisure, you have just to decide how you want to feel a Napoletan, if walking across the Spanish Quarters,or along Via Toledo (one of the most distinctive strees of Naples) or among many bars, clubs and restaurant at the seafront, one of the most loved and frequented places by citizens and tourists and constantly animated by events. Eventually, you meet the driver and head back to Rome.
Duration: 3 hours
