Top Positano Archaeology Tours

Discover the world-famous archaeological site of Pompeii, featuring the ruins of an ancient Roman town destroyed in 79 AD by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. This tour includes hassle-free pickup from your Positano hotel, as well as your admission ticket, and in-depth guided tour of the UNESCO-listed site, including the Forum, thermal baths, and basilica.

Explore a famous ancient city and the infamous volcano that buried it with this full-day tour of Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius from Amalfi. Travel by luxury coach and listen to commentary from your guide as you first explore Pompeii's ash-covered remnants, before a drive and walk to the summit of the volcano. Finish the tour with a visit to a cameo and coral factory to see how cameos are produced.

Explore the ancient Roman city of Pompeii and Herculaneum on an all-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, see the ruins of these two cities—one a commercial hub, the other a fishing village turned resort town—buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. Compare the two sites with an informative English-speaking guide and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant included in the tour price.  

Discover the majestic and tragic history of Pompeii on a full-day tour from Sorrento. Visit the fascinating archaeological site, where an entire city was preserved by ash and lava after a devastating volcanic eruption in AD 79. See excavated temples, homes, baths, and marketplaces on a guided tour, and then drive up the peak of nearby Mount Vesuvius for an up-close glimpse of the origins of the disaster. Hike to the crater’s edge if you like, and enjoy stunning panoramic views of Pompeii from the summit.

Get an intimate look at the stunning Amalfi Coast on this day cruise from Positano. Led by an expert skipper, glide past the Emerald Grotto sea cave in Conca dei Marini, the Furore fjord, and the fishing village of Praiano, marveling at the UNESCO-listed seashore as you go. Hop off the boat for a dip or some time to snorkel, and explore the town of Ravello or Amalfi at your leisure. Numbers are limited to 12 people on this small-group tour to ensure a more personal experience.

Explore the scenic beauty of the Amalfi Coast on this day tour from Sorrento. See first-hand what has made the Amalfi Coast a playground of celebrities for decades, walking in the footsteps of Humphrey Bogart and Greta Garbo. Sit back and enjoy the views on the coach ride from Sorrento to Positano, and Amalfi. Meals are at your own expense.

Thanks to its cliffside villages, Mediterranean seascapes, and historical significance, the World Heritage Site-listed Amalfi Coast is a must-see while in Italy. Sightseeing from the deck of a boat offers the best views and the ultimate relaxation while providing an overview of the area. This full-day cruise and sightseeing tour is limited to 15 passengers for an intimate experience and includes stops with free time to explore at Li Galli Island, Amalfi, and Positano.

The Amalfi Coast is one Italy’s most picturesque locations, but visitors who stick to dry land are missing out on the region’s most stunning views. Admire craggy sea cliffs and UNESCO-listed villages as you cruise the world-famous Mediterranean coastline. Bring your bathing suit. You’ll make several stops for a refreshing swim in hidden grottoes and pristine waterfalls, with free time to explore the former maritime republic of Amalfi.

The steeply terraced vineyards of Irpinia region produce some of southern Italy’s most acclaimed wine. Visit two of its wine estates on a day trip from the Amalfi Coast, and learn all about the wine growing region from a professional sommelier who is also your private guide. Wend your way through vineyards and age-old cellars, see production in progress, and enjoy two tastings with up to six different varietals of wine.

One of the most remarkable features of the Amalfi Coast are the numerous marine caves and grottoes that dot the coastline and can only be accessed by sea. With this private boat tour, explore the most picturesque, stopping to swim, snap photos, and savor the views. Discover hidden corners of the coastline and admire historic watchtowers and fishing hamlets during the trip—you set the pace and itinerary on this tour.

See the stunning Amalfi Coast at your own speed on this private, full-day trip from Sorrento. After creating your own itinerary, sit back and relax as a private driver takes you along the coast, making stops in the most beautiful villages in southern Italy: Positano, Ravello and Amalfi. Get a true taste of the region’s rich history, architecture and cuisine before concluding with drop-off back in Sorrento.

Arrange for a stress-free journey to Naples’ station, airport or a hotel with this private transfer service from Sorrento. Meet your driver at your hotel or private residence in the town of Sorrento, and relax on the journey to Naples in a climate-controlled vehicle.

Visit both Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius when you stay in Positano, with a day trip that offers both convenience and a fun itinerary. You’ll hike along the Gran Cone trail to the crater of Mt. Vesuvius, and hear the history of Pompeii come to life on a guided tour of the western side of the UNESCO-listed archaeological site. Entry fees are included, along with a lunch and wine tasting mid-tour.

Do Pompeii the right way with this fast-access, time-saving, worry-free tour. Picked up from your hotel, you’ll head to the world’s most famous archaeological ruins, where you’ll get to skip the entrance line and meet right up with your guide. Led by their expert eye, you’ll explore the thermal baths, the residential houses, the Basilica, and more, discovering what it is about this ancient city that has captivated so many.

Although its place on the Amalfi Coast makes it a great vacation destination, Positano also has excellent proximity to two of Italy’s well-known historic sites: Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. The legendary volcano that preserved the city of Pompeii in ash, Mount Vesuvius is still an imposing sight today. Drive to the top of the volcano after taking a guided archaeological tour of Pompeii where you’ll see thermal baths, the Forum, and residential houses.

Pick-up from nearest meeting point. Drive along the Sorrento Coast and enjoy views of the bay of Naples on the way to Pompeii. Enjoy a 2 hours guided visit in the excavations with an expert and authorized local guide: discover the life of the Ancient Romans see the main public monuments, the Forum and some of the houses of the Pompeii ruins. At the end of the visit a little bit of free time will be given before reach Sorrento at approx. 01:30 pm.

Explore the ruins of Pompeii during this guided six-hour shared tour from the Amalfi Coast. Stop at a local cameo factory to learn about Italy’s age-old carving tradition before embarking on a 2.5-hour exploration of Pompeii's well-preserved city center, buried for millennia under volcanic ash. Enjoy free time for lunch before returning to the Amalfi Coast. Skip-the-line admission tickets are included.

Travel back in time in just a few hours with this 4-hour excursion to the archaeological site of Herculaneum from Sorrento. Marvel at how well-preserved the ancient Roman city is as you explore with an expert guide.

Experience the best of Pompeii with this unique day trip that combines a tour of the ancient ruins with a winery visit on the volcanic slopes. Skip the hassle of tricky logistics with full-day transport from Positano and take a deep dive into the history of Pompeii with a guide. Afterwards, relax over a wine-tasting lunch at a landmark cellar near the archaeological ruins to learn about the area’s winemaking history and production.

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Enjoy the visit and the charm of the ancient archaeological excavations of Pompeii devastated by Vesuvius in 79 AD. Take photos and culture yourself in one of the most famous sites in the world and recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. After visiting the excavations you will go to where it all began, Mount Vesuvius.

Save valuable time when visiting the popular archaeological site of Pompeii with prepaid skip-the-line admission tickets. You won't have to waste time standing in line when you arrive; bypass the crowds and get started exploring immediately with your excavation guide. Benefit from commentary on the history and archaeology of the site, learning much more than you would just exploring on your own.

Pompeii is one of the world’s most fascinating archaeological sites, but getting there—especially from Positano—is no easy task. Simplify your trip during this full-day guided tour, which includes VIP pickup by comfortable, climate-controlled minibus. Enjoy enriching commentary on the mysterious ancient town, preserved by volcanic ash for almost two thousand years. You’ll also visit the infamous crater itself, where you can peer into the rim.