Dynamic Earth Adventures

Itinerary

Vesuvius, Wine and Wonder

A 4 day intriguing and exciting introductory tour of Vesuvius and Naples. Allowing time to experience first hand the well preserved cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum which were dramatically buried during the eruption of Vesuvius in AD79 including a visit to the famous National Archaeological museum which houses many of the best artifacts recovered from both cities. Not forgetting to take time to savour the delights of wine tasting on the flanks of Vesuvius.

Day 1

Arrive in Naples where you will be met and transferred to a friendly hotel. As you settle in, the rest of the day can be spent relaxing or exploring the surrounding area. In the evening we will meet to enjoy a welcome cocktail and have an opportunity to learn and discuss the tour schedule and forthcoming activities before heading off to a local trattoria (small restaurant) for some excellent food.

Accommodation and evening meal included.

Day 2

This morning we will begin our journey to Vesuvius, last active in 1944. A short easy walk from the car park takes us to the summit of the volcano to view the crater. From the rim of Vesuvius we can see deep into its crater on one side and views into and across the Bay of Naples and out towards the islands of Capri and Ischia on the other. On our way back down the volcano we will visit the Vesuvius Observatory where old instruments are on display and where an exhibition takes the visitor on a fascinating tour through the world of volcanoes.

After lunch we will visit the Roman town of Herculaneum which was destroyed by pyroclastic flows during the eruption of Vesuvius in AD79.

Tonight will be a free evening for you to explore Naples and find your own special tratorria for dinner.

Accommodation, breakfast and lunch included.

Day 3

Today we will visit the well known and well documented Roman town of Pompeii which has been exceptionally well preserved having been covered by volcanic ash for nearly two thousand years. The afternoon will then be spent savouring the delights of Italian wine with wine tasting and a vineyard tour, giving you the opportunity to purchase that specially selected wine.

Accommodation, breakfast and evening meal included.

Day 4

This morning we will head into Naples city centre to visit the National Archaeological museum which houses some of the best artefacts that have been collected from both Pompeii and Herculaneum.

The tour will conclude after lunch at which point you will be offered (if required) transfers either back to the airport or to the train station.

Breakfast and lunch included.