Pompeii – Vesuvius

Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. Following the eruption of the volcano Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., Pompei lay buried for hundreds of years. The town is high on tha list of Wonders of the World and the excavations, begun in the 18th century, are still being carried out today.

Our guide will take you slowly, throughout some of the ancient streets of Pompei where you can see Baths, Forums and Villas built by the prosperous Romand in the year 80 B.C. Marvel at the fabulously preserved frescoes which adorned the walls and floors of the Villas. Even if your in interests do not lie in history, this is an archeological site that you cannot be failed to be impressed by.

Mount Vesuvius dominates the Bay of Naples. It is the only active volcano (with Etna) on tha mainland of Europe. The slopes were an innocent looking backdrop for the bustling town below. The coach will take you to within 1.000 meters of the top of the Vesuvius and from there you can walk to the very top and admire the splendid panoramic views across the bay.

From the blackened crater rises a single plume of smoke, a reminder that the volcano is only sleeping for now.

Reminder: Comfortable, closed in, shoes and your camera.