Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion
A Perfect Shore Excursion from Naples to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast













Private Transportation
Pick-up & Drop-off your ship
Only in Naples
Skip-the-line tickets
Professional Guides
Duration about 8 hours
Family Friendly price!
Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion from Naples
Is your cruise stopping in Naples?
Our Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion is the perfect way to experience two of southern Italy’s most iconic destinations in one unforgettable day—comfortably, privately, and without stress.
Designed specifically for cruise passengers, this Pompeii shore excursion combines in-depth archaeological exploration with the breathtaking beauty of the Amalfi Coast. With private transportation and expert local guides, every detail is carefully planned to ensure a smooth experience and a timely return to your ship.
Your private driver will meet you directly at Naples Port, holding a sign with your name. From there, you’ll travel in comfort toward the ancient city of Pompeii.
Sights included in your Pompeii & Positano Tour
Pompeii Ruins
- Beautiful Roman houses and frescoes
- Forum, Baths
- Theaters, Via dell’Abbondanza
Positano
- Breathtaking Views
- Picturesque streets and squares
- Unique local shops
Amalfi Coast
- Drive along the gorgeous coast
- Unforgettable views
- Free time for a lovely lunch
Included in the Price:
- Pick-up and drop-off at your ship
- Private transportation
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Professional, Private Guides
1. Pompeii: A Roman City Frozen in Time
Your Pompeii shore excursion begins at one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the world.
Once a thriving Roman city, Pompeii was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The disaster destroyed the city—but at the same time preserved it in an astonishing state, sealing buildings, streets, decorations, and everyday objects beneath volcanic ash.
Forgotten for nearly 1,700 years, Pompeii was rediscovered in the 18th century, revealing an unparalleled snapshot of Roman daily life. Unlike other ruins, Pompeii feels like a city paused in time.
Accompanied by a specialized local guide, you’ll walk along original Roman streets, visit public baths, temples, shops, and elegant private houses decorated with vivid frescoes and stuccoes. Your guide will bring the ancient city to life, explaining how the Pompeiians lived, worked, worshiped, and socialized.
Who were the gods they prayed to? What did they eat? How did politics, religion, and business shape daily routines? This Pompeii shore excursion is the most immersive way to understand Roman civilization.
After your visit, you’ll enjoy a lunch break. Your guide can recommend a traditional pizzeria or a local restaurant, depending on your preferences.
2. Positano – The Jewel of the Amalfi Coast
After lunch, your Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion continues along one of Italy’s most scenic coastal routes, heading toward Positano, often called the “Pearl of the Amalfi Coast.”
Dramatically built into the cliffs of the Lattari Mountains, Positano is famous for its pastel-colored houses, flower-filled stairways, and breathtaking views over the Mediterranean Sea. From its terraces, you’ll see the legendary Li Galli islands, long associated with ancient myths of sirens and sailors.
Your guide will introduce you to the town’s history and highlight its most beautiful viewpoints before leaving you free time to explore at your own pace. Wander through narrow streets, relax by the sea, enjoy a drink with a view, or browse the famous local boutiques known for handmade linen and colorful clothing.
Take a moment to savor the flavors of the Amalfi Coast—perhaps a glass of limoncello or a Delizia al Limone, made with the region’s famous lemons.
Return to Naples Port
At the end of your Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion, your private driver will take you back to Naples Port well in advance of your ship’s departure.
As you return to your cruise, you’ll carry with you unforgettable memories: the haunting streets of Pompeii, the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, and a day that perfectly balanced history, scenery, and Italian lifestyle.
Book your Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion today and enjoy one of the most complete and rewarding day trips from Naples—designed with cruise passengers in mind.
Why Choose Our Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion
Ancient History & Iconic Landscapes
Explore the extraordinary ruins of Pompeii and the breathtaking coastal beauty of Positano, combining ancient Roman history with one of Italy’s most scenic destinations.
Expert, Private Guides
Enjoy in-depth visits led by professional, licensed guides who bring Pompeii’s daily life to light and share meaningful insights into Positano’s culture and traditions.
Scenic Drives & Relaxed Pace
Travel along the Amalfi Coast’s most spectacular roads, enjoying panoramic views and a carefully paced itinerary that balances discovery and free time.
Private Transportation & Total Comfort
Travel comfortably in a private vehicle throughout the day, with logistics carefully arranged to ensure a smooth experience and a timely return to your ship.
Our Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion Itinerary
Book Your Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion today!
Experience one of southern Italy’s most iconic destinations with our Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion, a private tour designed specifically for cruise passengers docking in Naples.
This Pompeii shore excursion begins with an in-depth visit to the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii, explored with an expert local guide who will bring ancient Roman daily life vividly to life. Afterward, continue along the spectacular Amalfi Coast to Positano, where you’ll enjoy free time to admire breathtaking views, stroll through the town, or relax by the sea.
Book your Positano and Pompeii Shore Excursion and enjoy the perfect balance of archaeology, coastal scenery, and Italian lifestyle—comfortably paced and perfectly timed to fit your cruise schedule.
IMPORTANT INFO!
- You MUST bring an ID, a passport or a driver’s license to enter the sights.
- Pick-up and drop-off are included if your ship docks in Naples.
If you’re docking somewhere else, let us know and we’ll create a customized tour for you.
Included in the Price:
- Pick-up and drop-off at your ship
- Private transportation
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Professional, Private Guides
Tour Price
Positano & Pompeii Shore Excursion
From Naples Port-
Private Transportation
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Pick-up & Drop-off at your ship
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Skip-the-line tickets
-
Professional Guides
79€
for additional adult
39€
for additional kid
Contact Us!
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Giovanni was kind, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable — he’s an archaeologist, and it really shows. His stories and insights brought every site to life. From the Vatican to the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon, he took wonderful care of us and made sure the day moved at a comfortable, relaxed pace. It was the perfect way to experience the city — informative, seamless, and memorable. Highly recommend Giovanni and Italian ArtVentures to anyone visiting Rome! 🇮🇹Posted on A M FLANNERYTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Knowledgeable guide with great insight into the Vatican museum combined with an engaging personality and presentation. I highly reccomend GiovanniPosted on Patrick ScrogginTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked a tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and the Forum with Giovanni to help us use our time in Rome most efficiently. Giovanni’s explanations in perfect English helped us to understand the history behind the grand monuments and fascinating architecture. We covered a lot of ground and a few steps up and down too. His background as an archaeologist was so interesting to get a feeling of how the sites looked originally and what it took to restore them. Highly recommend getting a tour with him!Posted on Mark v.V.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend you to consider Italian ArtVentures for a fantastic guided experience. Giovanni is incredibly knowledgeable and nice to listen to. I think he just knows how to find the right balance between humor and seriousness, between intens passionate storytelling and relaxed admiring of the beauty that Rome has to offer. Sights that seem uninteresting, or sometimes not (clearly) visible anymore nowadays, he brings to life with his extensive knowledge of archeology and the history of Rome. Be clear in your wishes and preferences, ask him any kind of question, he really seemed like a capable guide able to provide something extra, something special and definitely more depth. The Colloseum was great and impressive, but thanks to you I will mainly remember how you showed me around the Palantino Hill and Forum and turned ruins and rubble into an astonishing educational origin story of such a beautiful city. Thanks Gio! Greetz Mark (& Debby)Posted on Debby Van KlijnenbreugelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Een onvergetelijke privé tour door het hart van Rome! Wat een fantastische ervaring! Onze gids nam ons mee op een privé tour langs het Colosseum en het Palatijnse Forum, en het was werkelijk magisch. Vanaf het eerste moment voelde het alsof we terug in de tijd stapten — onze gids wist zóveel interessante verhalen en verborgen details te vertellen, dat de ruïnes echt tot leven kwamen.😁 Geen eindeloze rijen, geen drukte — alleen wij, de geschiedenis en een gepassioneerde gids die precies wist hoe hij alles boeiend en persoonlijk moest maken. We hebben zoveel geleerd én gelachen. De combinatie van kennis, humor en enthousiasme maakte deze tour echt onvergetelijk. Als je Rome bezoekt, boek deze tour! Het is absoluut de beste manier om de geschiedenis van het Colosseum en het Palatijn te ontdekken. Wij zouden het zó weer doen! 🇮🇹✨ Thanks Giovanni !Posted on John OwensTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My spouse and I enjoyed a fantastic tour with Giovanni V. His deep knowledge of the Colosseum and its surroundings brought the history to life in an engaging and enjoyable way. We wholeheartedly recommend Giovanni as your tour guide.Posted on Paula Mèndez AzuelaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our tours where amazing. We booked a day for Pompeii and This tour was amazing. I highly recommend doing both Pompeii and Ercolano, and another day for Paestum. Being with an archeological expert is a game changer for the experience. Italian Artventures was incredible providing guidance in what to book according to interests and time available, and where attentive during our whole trip. Our guides where amazing and experienced. We would absolutely repeat a tour with the company and the guides.Posted on Jim JaramilloTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Emiliano was an amazing guide. So much knowledge of history. To bypass the lines was completely worth every pennyPosted on Shane GasbarraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were extraordinarily fortunate to have Giovanni (the founder of Italian ArtVentures) as our private tour guide, not once, but twice: for a visit to the Etruscan Museum at the Villa Giulia and for a day trip to Hadrian's Villa and the Villa d'Este. Giovanni is both a true expert and an engaging storyteller, in addition to being a personable and easygoing guy. All details were handled seamlessly, including a professional driver for pickup from, and return to, our hotel in Rome, even though one of our tours was scheduled at the very last minute. Best of all, he has an innate "sixth sense" of how to adapt his tours to suit the interests and pace of his clients, whether they be art history lovers (like us) or casual tourists. Highly, highly recommended!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more