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Pompeii by High-speed Train from Rome with Cooking Class and Lunch

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Travel to Pompeii from Rome in a flash by high-speed rail and visit the extraordinary lost city buried in ash since 79 AD, followed by a pasta masterclass in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius. This day trip from Rome is guaranteed to leave you with memories of a lifetime! 

This all-inclusive tour by high-speed train allows you to travel with the utmost comfort, quality, and convenience so that you spend your time making memories, not sitting on a cramped bus. Relax and enjoy the scenery while the bullet train cuts travel time to Naples in half. Once we arrive at the ruins of Pompeii, your expert local guide will amaze you during a walking tour of this ancient city devastated by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. 

 Experience a world frozen in time as you stroll along the cobblestone ancient roads where perfectly conserved ancient bakeries, shops, stalls, residences, public baths, and even brothels remain! Take in the tragic plaster casts of the Pompeiians who were immortalized on that devastating day by pyroclastic flow and ash.

Upon conclusion of the guided tour in Pompeii, travel to a nearby venue and meet your local host, a home chef and true master of the local cuisine. Enjoy a stroll around the gardens while taking in the perfect views of the ominous Mt. Vesuvius on one side and the Lattari mountains on the other. Before donning your aprons, a welcome toast and appetizers such as bruschettE, garden tomatoes, eggplant, and cured meats will be served. 

Gather under a large gazebo, roll up your sleeves, and begin learning the art of Italian pasta from start to finish. Learn about the culinary prowess of the Campania region and understand why the simplest and most genuine ingredients take center stage. Discover how authentic Italian pasta is prepared and served, and the reward for your hard work will be to enjoy a feast along with fellow travelers and of course plenty of local wine! Cooking in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius with a local expert is sure to become the high point of your Italy travels!

Highlights

High-speed rail makes it possible to explore Pompei AND partake in an unforgettable cooking experience - all in one day from Rome!

Native archeologist guide and a born-and-bred Pompeian home chef make the perfect duo for this bucket-list experience

Prepare a farm-to-table lunch while tasting delicious wines from the volcanic soil of Mt. Vesuvius

The best value by far among Rome to Pompeii full day excursions! No big bus tour with 50 other people

Includes

Round trip high-speed rail from Rome to Naples and air conditioned local shuttle

Hassle-free experience - we take care of all the details!

Fully guided skip-the-line tour of the lost city of Pompeii

Cooking class in the shadow of Mt. Vesuvius with a local home chef

Antipasto with wine and full lunch featuring locally grown ingredients

Excludes

Gratuities

Personal extras

Know before you book

This tour is family-friendly

Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges

Prefer to book a private tour instead? Contact us for details.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes

Bring a hat & sunblock during hot summer months

This tour is operated by high-speed train as well as a minibus for short local transfers

Cancellation Policy

Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
All cancellations must be received in writing. Tours and passes will be refunded if cancelled more than 24 hours before the tour start time, however the following penalty applies:
No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).

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FAQ

Feel free to use this as a checklist to plan your day exploring Pompeii!

  • Forum – The political and social center
  • Theater – Ancient performances were held here
  • House of the Faun – A well-preserved villa
  • Lupanar (Brothel) – Famous for its explicit frescoes
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