Our Fun Adventure From the Ship to Pompeii in Just One Day!

Name: Our Fun Adventure From the Ship to Pompeii in Just One Day!
Uploaded: 2025-05-23T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 8 min 34 s
Channel: The Independent Cruiser

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👁️ 4K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 8:34

What This Creator Said

4 Happy Bacon

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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Mediterranean · SummerVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We did this on our last med cruise and we had an absolute blast.

We were able to go straight to the entrance and scan in.

We just had a really good experience with that.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Have at least one phone on an international cell phone plan.

✓Be mindful of onboard time and give yourself a buffer.

✓Use the Free Now app for taxis in Europe.

✓Purchase tickets in advance for Pompeii.

✓Use the Rick Steves audio tour for Pompeii.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting back to the ship on time — Have a backup plan, like mentally preparing to spend €200 for a taxi if trains go on strike.

Navigating the port and taxis — Use Google Maps to orient yourself and the Free Now app for taxis.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to visit Pompeii independently from the Naples cruise port?

QWhat are the best tips for a self-guided shore excursion?

Topics Covered

Excursions4½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconPort Destination2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Naples2½ Happy Bacon

Top: Pompeii independent excursion

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YouTube Video Description↓

🚢 Explore Naples to Pompeii independently! Brian shares his personal experience and provides essential cruise advice for those looking to venture out on their own. Learn some vital travel tips to make your adventure smooth and memorable! Taking a Mediterranean cruise to Italy and want to explore Pompeii on your own without booking a pricey cruise ship excursion? This video is your complete, step-by-step guide to visiting Pompeii independently from the Naples cruise port! Learn how to book a taxi using the FREE NOW app to reach Naples Porta Nolana train station, ride the Circumvesuviana train to Pompeii, and tour the ancient ruins at your own pace with the Rick Steves Audio Europe app. We also share must-know tips for navigating the site, returning to Naples by train, and trying to grab authentic Neapolitan pizza at the legendary L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele before heading back to the port by taxi. If you’re cruising to Naples and want to visit Pompeii like a pro—on your schedule and your budget—this video is for you! 🇮🇹🛳️ #PompeiiOnYourOwn #NaplesCruisePort #MediterraneanCruise #ItalyCruise #IndependentShoreExcursion #RickSteves #Circumvesuviana #Pompeii #cruisetips Pompeii Ticket Link: https://www.vivaticket.com/it/ticket/pompeii/295564 Laura Bistrot https://www.google.com/maps/place/Laura+Bistrot/@40.8494183,14.2613436,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x133b09ae10d2e25f:0x103e1a298adf4b40!8m2!3d40.8494183!4d14.2639185!16s%2Fg%2F11fhz676jv?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUyMS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D Mediterranean Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWBX7k04GfbP39fal9CvEoWlqfL5f62Gb