Spectacular excursion that will give you the chance to get so close to the volcano crater…essential tour in the visit to Naples!!!.
Program
Departure from Rome
Arrival in Herculaneum and reach by mini coach the height of 1000mt accompanied by a local guide you will reach the carter and look into an active volcano!
Since the deadly known eruption in 79 AD, that completely covered by ashes cities like Pompeii and Herculaneum the Vesuvius erupted several times, the last one in 1944. It’s activity is constantly monitored by expert vulcanologist who thanks to modern system can now predict at least 5 days in advance any menace of a new eruption.
After this incredible hiking you will drive to Pompeii for a light lunch and the vist of the ghost city preserved by the ashes that after the eruption completely covered the city crystallizing life its inhabitants for the eternity
When Vesuvius erupted on 24 August AD 79, it engulfed the two flourishing Roman towns of Pompei and Herculaneum, as well as the many wealthy villas in the area. These have been progressively excavated and made accessible to the public since the mid-18th century. The vast expanse of the commercial town of Pompei provide a complete and vivid a vivid impression of society and daily life at the times of the Ancient Romans. To walk the stone streets, and imagine what happened to the people and their city on that fateful day, it is just awe inspiring.
At the end of the guided tour drive back to Rome
