Day Trips from Rome to Campania

Take a day out of your Rome vacation to get acquainted with Mt. Vesuvius and Pompeii. This day trip to Pompeii includes a steady-paced hike up Mt. Vesuvius (summer only) or a visit to Naples when Vesuvius is closed in winter and a tour of the UNESCO-listed digs at Pompeii. Hear the history from a local guide and admire artifacts that date back to the infamous Mt. Vesuvius eruption of AD 79.

Looking for one of the best Rome day trips? Travel to Capri, an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, on this day trip with an experienced guide. Journey by coach to Naples, where you cross the deep blue sea by boat to reach the isle of Capri. Enjoy lunch in Anacapri, a hilltop village with wonderful views, and then explore the main town of Capri independently. You can also take a boat tour to Capri’s famous Blue Grotto, if you wish.

Discover Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius on a private full-day tour from Rome.  Avoid the crowds and long journey time of public buses and relax in comfortable private transportation. Breeze past the ticket line at Pompeii and dive straight into your 2-hour private tour.  Next, bypass the long entrance line again at Mount Vesuvius before your a group tour. After your day of adventure, unwind during your private return journey.

Travel through Italy's Campania region on a 3-day tour from Rome to Sorrento. Explore the gritty and vibrant city of Naples by motorcoach, see the UNESCO-listed city of Pompeii, drive along the Sorrentine Coast, and take a scenic boat ride to Capri's Blue Grotto (summer only). A mix of guided tours and free time provide a great introduction to this must-see part of southern Italy. Two nights of accommodation are included.

Check off two UNESCO-listed wonders on this full-day tour from Rome—the mighty ruins of Pompeii and the idyllic Amalfi Coast. First, discover the relics of one of ancient Rome’s most important cities as you walk around Pompeii and stand in awe before the world’s oldest surviving Roman amphitheater. Then, soak up the scenery along the Amalfi Coast and stop for lunch (own expense) in the picturesque fishing village of Positano. This small-group tour is limited to 18 people, ensuring a personalized experience.

Intrigued by the sights of Italy’s south? Take a day trip from Rome to Naples and Pompeii, and discover their sights as you listen to tales of Bourbon kings and ancient volcanic eruptions. Travel around Naples by coach to see Castel dell’Ovo, Piazza del Plebiscito and Naples Royal Palace. Then, enjoy lunch and finish with a tour of Pompeii’s UNESCO-listed archaeological ruins to see the monuments that lay buried for centuries.

See the top attractions in Italy’s Campania region on this comprehensive 2-day tour from Rome. Stop in Naples, explore the archaeological and volcanic ruins of UNESCO-listed Pompeii, wander the seaside town of Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast, and travel by boat to the island of Capri (seasonal). Both guided portions and free time provide an ideal introduction to this region of Southern Italy. Overnight accommodation in Sorrento is included.

Explore the massive archaeological excavation at Pompeii on this unforgettable day tour from Rome. Enjoy panoramic views over Naples, and walk through the ancient Roman streets of Pompeii, frozen in time by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, which still looms over the area. A 2-course lunch at a local restaurant is included, as well as entrance fees and skip-the-line access.

Travel from Rome to Pompeii on this independent day trip that provides you with convenient transportation so you don’t have to worry about how to get there. When you arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, you are free to explore the ruins of the city at your own pace. You also have the option to upgrade to include access to the excavations and a guided tour with a knowledgeable guide.

Discover one of Italy’s most beautiful stretches of coastline on this Amalfi Coast day trip from Rome. Explore the volcanic ruins of ancient Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before exploring the picturesque town of Positano. Combine Italian scenery, archaeology, and history on this intimate, small-group tour limited to eight people per vehicle, plus lunch at a local restaurant.

Explore the UNESCO-listed city center of Naples and the iconic ruins of ancient Pompeii on this full-day tour from Rome. Start your adventure with a tour of Naples’ historic center, stopping to snap photos of the Royal Palace, admire the San Carlo Opera house, and stroll the lively Piazza del Plebiscito. After lunch (included), journey back in time as you discover the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii, which date back to the 7th century BC and include the world’s oldest surviving Roman amphitheater.

In the same way that Rome wasn’t built in a day, many believe Pompeii can’t be seen in a day. Well, this isn’t true. This day trip from Rome not only takes in the ancient ruins of Pompeii, but it includes nearby Sorrento at the start of the UNESCO World Heritage Amalfi Coast. This small-group experience, with transport by high-speed train, is limited to just 15 people.

See the best of Italy on a comprehensive 10-night tour from Rome to Tuscany, Venice, and Sorrento. During these 11 days in Italy, visit some of the country’s greatest hits, including Siena, Florence, Bologna, Naples, Capri, and UNESCO-listed Pompeii. Compare the historical sites and rich cultures of these different areas of Italy while admiring top attractions like the Florence Duomo, St. Mark’s Basilica, and the Vatican Museums. Accommodation at 3- or 4-star hotels is included.

Nestled in the pretty Bay of Naples, Capri Island boasts some of Italy’s most beautiful natural treasures—but its remote location makes access from Rome a challenge. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Rome hotel and reach Capri Island with ease by rapid hydrofoil. With all your transportation covered and entry fees included, take in top sites of interest including the Gardens of Augustus and the Blue Grotto.

Discover the top destinations on the Italian coast on this 5-day tour from Rome to the Campania region. Visit the historical city of Naples, take in the archaeological and volcanic ruins of UNESCO-listed Pompeii, enjoy the seaside town of Sorrento and travel by boat to the island of Capri. A mix of guided tours and free time provide an ideal introduction to this must-see part of Southern Italy. Four nights of accommodation are included.

Combine stunning Italian scenery with one of the country’s most fascinating historical sites on this private day trip from Rome to Positano and Pompeii with your own transport and driver. Start with the UNESCO World Heritage–listed archaeological site of Pompeii for an exploration of its volcanic ruins. Then hit the Amalfi Coast to visit the seaside village of Positano, where you are free to enjoy its charms on your own. When booking, you have the option to include a guided tour of Pompeii; otherwise, explore the ruins independently.

Visit Italy’s iconic Amalfi Coast on this day trip from Rome. You’ll travel by train from Rome to Naples and then on to Positano, a chic seaside village known for its boutiques and pebble beaches. Explore at your leisure before continuing to the village of Amalfi for more free time to admire the Mediterranean architecture and soak up the dramatic cliff-lined scenery. This full-day tour to the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast is limited to 20 people to provide a small-group experience.

There’s no reason you can’t reach the Amalfi Coast while visiting Rome thanks to this 13-hour day trip. Travel by high-speed train to Naples, and then relax on a short drive to the Amalfi Coast. During this all-day trip, stop by Positano and Amalfi to experience the coast’s UNESCO-recognized landscape. See Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta cathedral and Amalfi Cathedral, and get some free time to explore the town of Amalfi on your own.

Trade the crowds of the Eternal City for the countryside of Umbria on this day trip from Rome to Assisi and Orvieto. With a guide, you travel by coach first to Orvieto, a hilltop town known for its Gothic masterpiece, Orvieto Cathedral. Have lunch near Lake Trasimeno, and then visit the town of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the home of St Francis of Assisi. Finish with a stop in Santa Maria degli Angeli, where you see the 9th-century basilica where St Francis once worshipped.

Take off from Rome for the day and hit the enchanting Amalfi Coast and haunting Pompeii on this small-group day trip. After the comfortable ride south of Rome, stop in Pompeii to get a guided tour of the amazing archeological ruin before heading off to striking seaside Positano for lunch and then amazing Amalfi to explore.

Discover two UNESCO-listed wonders on this full-day tour from Rome and benefit from the personal touch of a small-group tour. Explore the ancient Roman ruins of Pompeii on a guided walking tour, tuck into a delicious pizza lunch, then stroll though the historic streets of Naples.

Take a break from the bustling energy of Rome visit two of southern Italy’s UNESCO-listed, must-see destinations on a private, guided day trip. Visit the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, where you can walk through an ancient city frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continue on to the spectacularly scenic Amalfi Coast, stopping for lunch with a view in the picturesque fishing village of Positano. Enjoy free time to explore and browse unique handmade shops in Positano and the neighboring town of Amalfi.

Don't miss two of southern Italy’s UNESCO-listed destinations on this full-day trip to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast from Rome. Visit the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, where you can walk through an ancient city frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continue on to the spectacularly scenic Amalfi Coast, stopping for lunch with a view in the picturesque fishing village of Positano. Enjoy free time to explore and browse unique handmade shops in Positano and the neighboring town of Amalfi. Tour size is limited for a more personalized, small-group experience.

Escape Rome for three days south of the city, where you’ll visit Naples, Pompeii and Amalfi. You’ll get to know the Campania region, home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites and known for Italian culinary favorites like spaghetti, pizza and mozzarella cheese. Learn some of Italy’s long history, take in the ruins of ancient Pompeii and be wowed by the seaside scenery of the Amalfi Coast. Two nights of accommodation are included.