2 National Park Trips in Italy to Build a Day Around

1.Vesuvius National Park Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 221 reviews · from $25Our pick

Visit Mount Vesuvius on your own schedule with a direct park entrance ticket. Your access pass is sent to your phone before arrival. Transport, parking, and shuttle rides cost extra, so plan the final approach carefully.

“A must see location if visiting Naples or the surrounding area. If self driving, get there early (0830 - 0900) and be prepared for $7 card only parking payment. Where you park is “not” the entrance. They got this pretty well dialed in for added shuttle service to entrance. Recommend walking; 20 - 30 min. Once you get to the “trail” entrance take this and you avoid all the tourist trap stuff. PLUS, you will see almost no one and obtain amazing views not seen from the pack. During my journey up, only saw 2 other trail hikers. Total time was like 25 min but I was cruising up. It’s…”

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2.Monterosso al Mare: Cinque Terre National Park E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 214 reviews Top rated

Ride 18 km through Cinque Terre National Park with a guide such as Matteo, Eleonora, Paul, or Julia. Expect a 500-meter climb, quiet paved roads, sweeping views of Monterosso and Vernazza, a sanctuary stop, and focaccia with wine. You need to ride confidently near cars.

“Matteo was amazing, very informative and let us take our time if needed. I highly recommend this tour. It was a lot of fun to ride the bike up and down the mountain.”

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