Villa of Poppea Sabina - Pompeii - Vesuvius - Wine Tasting under Vesuvius

Route: Naples - villa of Poppea Sabina - Pompeii - Vesuvius - Wine Tasting under Vesuvius - Naples
Duration: 8 h
Our first stop we will make at the villa of Poppea Sabina, second wife of Nero, is considered by UNESCO a part of the world heritage. It is a great house, excavations of Oplontis very big in fact it contains also the thermal baths. It is decorated with many frescoes that create special perspectives and architectural elements, like columns, portals, etc. These paintings also portrait animals, fruit, and masks.At the moment of the eruption the villa was not inhabited because it was being restructured. Next we will visit to the legendary city Pompeii buried in volcanic ash and is one of the largest, well-preserved Roman Age sites. Currently a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Deeply ingrained in myth and history, Pompeii dates back to nearly 2,000 years ago. An ancient site, the town was unearthed in 1748 AD after the infamous eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD. Over here you can revel in the ancient glory of the Campania region forever immortalized by the volcanic debris, standing as a true testament of nature’s infinite existence.  Now, your adventure truly begins. With ancient ruins and age-old artifacts all around, and a skyline dominated by Mount Vesuvius, the visuals through this discovery are breathtaking. Walk around the Forum, visit the Basilica or relax under the shade of a tree near the amphitheater, it’s your call. There are numerous frescos and statues spread over the town along with 25 street fountains, 4 public baths and many business buildings which paints an almost real picture of the town in its hay day. As you stroll through the cobbled streets you’ll find yourself looking at everything with a sense of wonder and amazement. After all, you’re in a place that is frozen in the fabric of time. Your understanding of the ancient world is sure to change after you see how much we have in common with people who lived in the first century. From everyday objects to wine barrels, there’s a lot for you to see and discover on this tour.  You’re guaranteed to see breathtaking ruins, rich displays of Vesuvian art and incredible landscapes preserved by the volcano. Next we will visit the Crater on Mount Vesuvius. Mount Vesuvius is one of only two active volcanos in Continental Europe and stands about 1281 meters tall, with a symmetrical central cone and steep wooden slopes. The whole of the Mount Vesuvius National Park is both beautiful and productive, dotted with small farms and wineries planted with heirloom varietals boasting a unique terroir. Many travellers also want to see the volcano that had destroyed Pompeii. From the 18th century to today, hiking up Mount Vesuvius is one of the most popular activities in the area. Still today, the most popular route among visitors is the trail up the highest reaches of the cone to the rim of the crater, a stretch that is not particularly difficult, can be undertaken by anyone, and does not require hiking experience. The trail is about 4 km up and back, with a change in altitude of about 140 meters and an average slope of 14%; the trail reaches 1,170 meters above sea level. This way offering views of the Vesuvius park overlooking the Tirone Reserve, the Bay of Naples, and the Campanian Plain. About halfway up the trail you can begin to see Punta Nasone and, on the opposite side, Cognoli di Ottaviano towering over the Valle dell’Inferno. Pass this to the crater rim with its breathtaking view over the entire Bay of Naples, Pompeii ruins, and Apennine mountains of Molise and Abruzzo. Next, after we return from Mount Vesuvius  we will drive to Winery Cantina del Vesuvio for Wine Tasting under Vesuvius. Wine tasting of a selection of organic Lacyma Christi Superiore DOP wines produced on Mount Vesuvius along. Cantina del Vesuvio wines are organic and available for purchase exclusively through the winery. SUPERIORE wines are those with a higher alcohol content than the standard for their classification. This winery visit is the perfect break for those visited the Pompeii and the Mount Vesuvius. Next we return to Naples.
Price: per person