Day Trips from Rome

Our tour guide Giuliano and driver Gianluca were superb. They were very attentive and professional. They made the day long excursion a fun and informative one. We had a tour of Pompeii with 6 people with Sasa (sp?) who’s knowledge was second to none. He made sure to keep us in the shade while talking. Naples was great. We had lunch at Antonio & Antonio with a beautiful view of the Gulf of Naples. We did a beautiful walk of Naples and got a good feel for the city and it’s history.

"It's a long ride both ways, so be prepared to ride for a while. There is a nice break around the halfway point. We were picked up on time with a group of about 12 travelers. Good balance between tour information and giving us time to see and think for ourselves. Paolo, the tour leader at Pompeii, was outstanding. Very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the subject. He did an excellent job on a brutally hot day of showing us a lot in the time we had, while still giving us time in the shade to cool off. "

"We got picked up at hour hotel right on time. The vehicle was very comfortable. They had to pick up two other people in their hotel so it was just the four of us. This is the reason I chose this particular tour as it was max six people and also offered pick up and drop off. It cost a lot more than the other tour operators but it is easier to just be picked up and dropped off. We stopped by at a service station to get coffee and breakfast and then drove all the way down to Pompeii and the guide Chiara was giving us some information along the way. After Pompeii we headed down to the Amalfi coast. There was traffic so it kind of took longer to get to Positano when we got there a quick walk down to the beach had lunch had some gelato and then off to the boat to go to Amalfi town. Did some souvenir shopping then back to the van. It was all fast but we had fun. The guide looked after us very very well. I was hesitant to book this tour as it wasn’t cheap but it was worth it. Glad we did it. "

Absolutely amazing! 5/5 would recommend. Tour guide Clare was outstanding, constantly going above and beyond to suit the needs of the group. Positano is simply gorgeous and the perfect stop off. Our tour guide for Pompeii was also amazing, with his in depth knowledge of the site and comical sense of humour. Don’t let the price of this trip put you off, it is worth every penny.

"Such a fabulous day! Tour guide on the bus Antoinetta and the tour guide in Pompeii were so lovely, so friendly, so enthusiastic. We had a great time definitely worth every penney. We spent 2 hours in Positano and it was just the right amount of time to look around and get lunch and drinks! "

"Very enjoyable tour. Our guide was Ilaria and driver was Francesco. Both were amazing and extremely friendly. At Pompeii, we were guided by Brunella which she shared a lot of knowledge about the history and background of the place. It was a long trip but Ilaria makes it enjoyable as much as possible since as you go to different places, she shares very interesting information about a certain building, bridge, or historical areas. "

"I have no words to describe how amazing this tour was. Antonietta and Adam were incredible. Knowledge, kindness, patience, care. They tailored perfectly to adjust to our needs. From the moment they picked us up at the hotel, on time, with a big smile until the drop off, I have enjoyed every second of it. Highly recommend if you can spend the money and have this tour. It’s worth every penny! Of course Pompeii and positano were beautiful but they make it even more special! Big thank you!!! "

I loved this trip! A very easy and fun way to get to Pompei and Vesuvius. We made stops for snacks and lunch (very affordable) too so we didn’t need to bring much. Our guides were cheerful, calm, and organized. I really appreciated the balance of sharing information on the bus and leaving silence for us to relax in.

Such a great tour! Everything was well organized and our guide did a fantastic job of keeping track of everyone and setting expectations. It was raining incredibly hard when we arrived at Pompeii however our local guide did a fine job of navigating the group around puddles and kept a good pace for the tour despite the bad weather. Positano was fabulous and I have to applaud the bus driver for navigating those tricky roads. Such a fun experience- would recommend.

"The seacoast and Positano is beautiful; the tour vans stop on the way down once for snacks and restroom; and then once along the seacoast for tourists to take pictures. The guide was helpful and very nice, and knowledgable. We spent 2 hours in Positano and went there first. It is a long ride (3.5 hours) but it was worthwhile. The tour of Pompeii was very good, more than I expected. The main con is the vehicle used; the van is air conditioned but it is the size of the utility vans that families are having built out for short vacations. Our van was not crowded but many left seats empty next to themselves and when we got on the only seats left together were at the back of the van, and while those in front of us reclined we could not. While this is beyond the control of the company running the tour, the roads are very bumpy and the driver did not slow down so it was very uncomfortable in that sense as well. "

"We had a wonderful and very interesting time with Josh and George. George left us feeling very safe with his consistent driving skills and Josh provided knowledgeable, friendly and personable interaction throughout the whole trip. We found Pompeii interesting and amazing at the scale of the archeological site. Lunch on the beach was extraordinary and Amalfi coast was inspiring. "

"Very punctual, friendly. Rosa is very warm and takes care of all the details. Bruno, the Pompeii guide, is also very attentive and knows very well both the history of Naples and Pompeii itself. It was an excellent and unforgettable trip. Totally recommended. It's all day, you leave at 7:30 am and return at 7:30 pm, but it's well worth the effort to go. "

"This tour was the best one we did. Pompeii was so amazing to see in person. Our guide Carlo was very knowledgeable and very nice. Deanna was also great, but we thought she needed a microphone when we were in the van it was hard for the people in the back to hear her. Our driver got us there fast and they were very accommodating. We would do this tour again. Just amazing things to see! "

"We enjoyed our trip to Pompeii very much. Our two guides were amazing as well as our driver. Lunch was good and it was nice to see how cameos are made. "

Completed this on the 19th of September. The day was long (15 hours) with the amount of traffic but the experience was good. Especially if you only have a day to get down south and see the coast. You only get about 2 hours each in Positano and Pompeii ( guided tour) but I would recommended

this was a great trip, well worth the money. out Guide Emmanuel was able to smooth down the 3 hours travel time (one way) providing us with all kind of information and jokes. he was the best indeed. Pompeii is a great place to visit. so is the vesuvius

Each site was worth the visit. Our guide worked very hard to accommodate us and provide information. Unfortunately there was a problem with the shuttle into Positano and we were left in the side of the road waiting for 20 min without shade! The AC on the bus didn’t work well- it took a long time to cool off the bus. My advice is pack a lunch or buy a sandwich at the first pit stop. The pizza offered to buy after Pompeii was awful. As I said, this wasn’t the guide’s fault and she worked hard to make the day pleasant.

"Tour felt extremely VIP in its organization and execution. Or maybe I just lucked out with Covid conditions? In any case, my tour ran like clockwork with only two other attendees getting what was ideally VIP treatment with a driver; a driver trainee; and a host/tour guide for our transportation in a small private bus. Upon arrival at Pompeii, our personal tour guide, Hector made sure we made the most of our time with a very detailed, customized, and interactive tour that was both extremely informative and entertaining. Don’t let his age and footwear deceive you, Hector is both sharp and fast. As for the Amalfi Coast, the town was extremely beautiful. However, given the time, distance, and stressful conditions (one lane driving w/tons of cutbacks) made this excursion far less enjoyable. It’s already 2 hours from Rome to Pompeii but to add another hour drive to Amalfi and 3 hours to get from Amalfi back to Rome, definitely makes this portion far less enjoyable. "

"We enjoyed this tour very much. We were staying in Rome. We met at the meeting point and took the bus which was very comfortable and cool stopping for a break and driving through the beautiful city of Naples. Pompei was amazing. We will definitely plan to return as one day is not enough for Pompei. We recommend this tour to everyone. "

"This trip was so fun and well worth it. It is the easiest way to get in Pompei and the coast while visiting Rome. I would recommend making a reservation from the bus if you’re wanting to eat at a sit down restaurant in Positano and you have a rough estimate if when you will arrive. Eat first and then take the rest of the time to shop or go to the beach. The time goes by fast, but you still get a feel for it and the drive there is beautiful and a little scary. The driver was excellent though and knows how to navigate the roads expertly. Pompei was also surreal to see and our tour guide there was very knowledgeable. Ilaria was pleasant and helpful throughout the trip. It’s a long day and tiring day but you get plenty of time to rest on the van. If you are interested in these destinations, spend the money and do the tour! No regret and definitely my favorite day from my weekend visiting Rome. "