School Cultural Trips to the Bay of Naples
A landscape of ruins, riches and rumbling volcanoes
- Geography
- Classics
- Business Studies and Economics
- Art
- Food Technology
Alive with restless mountains, spectacular coastlines and archaeological sites, School Cultural Trips to the Bay of Naples are a treasure trove of cultural riches. Close-to-home and full of pretty settlements, a school cultural trip to the Bay of Naples in Italy will introduce you to its wealth of frescoed villas, terraced farmland and culinary delights, where the scent of lemon groves can’t help but draw you in. From Pompeii and Vesuvius to pizza-making and Capri visits, you can choose exactly what you want to do.
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Flight to Naples
Airport transfer and beach ball games by the coast
Evening stroll and ice cream
Day 2
Visit Mount Vesuvius
Visit Pompeii
Fun Files quiz
Day 3
Fondo Galatea Working Farm & Pizza Making
Visit Sorrento by an ice cream making demonstration
Visit a local beach for games or enjoy a disco at the hotel
Day 4
Souvenir shopping in Sorrento (subject to flight time)
Airport transfer and flight home
Arrive home
A typical quote is based on a 4 day, 3 night tour for 44 passengers (+4 free places) travelling October 2025 and includes, subject to availability:
- Return flights from UK to Naples
- Return UK airport transfers
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Half board accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- VAT
- Excursions:
- Entry to Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii
- Return Ferry to Capri
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Bay of Naples
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Mount Vesuvius
Pompeii
Herculaneum
Fondo Galatea Working ...
Fondo Galatea Working ...
Naples Archaeological ...
Paestum
Capri Laser Boat Trip
Limonoro Sorrento
Pasta Factory Tour
Ice Cream Making Demon...
Naples Underground Tour
Valle dell’Orso Water ...
Sorrento Bowling
Pizza Evening
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Bay of Naples
- Family-run hotel with welcoming atmosphere
- Magnificent views across the Bay of Naples
- Short walk to the beach
- Wi-Fi
- Customer Feedback: "We really hope to go back to the same place , it was excellent. Great location!" London Academy of Excellence Tottenham
- Customer Feedback: "The hotel location and staff were excellent. I would definitely like to stay there again on our next visit."
- Rooftop terrace with sun loungers
- Hot tub
- Shared lounge and TV area
- Restaurant
- Triple, twin and single rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Relax on the rooftop terrace
- Unwind in the hot tub
- Chill out the shared lounge and TV area
- Grab a bite to eat at the on-site or nearby restaurants
- Walk to the beach for a spot of sun bathing
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From dedicated Tour Managers to Party Leader Launch Packs, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your students.
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Why schools choose us
FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Can I talk to Rayburn Tours whilst out on tour?
Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.
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I am required to complete an Educational Visits (EV) form by our Local Authority and I cannot answer all of the questions?
We are happy to assist you in completing your EV forms and return them directly to your Local Authority on your behalf, just speak to your Tour Consultant.
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Do your hotels comply with our Local Authority’s guidelines?
All hotels are audited to standards set by the School Travel Forum (STF), this criteria is based on information and guidance from educational authorities. Whilst local laws and standards have to be taken into consideration, as they may differ from country to country, our standards do not. We are happy to provide copies of our hotel audits should you wish to see them.
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Is insurance included with my trip?
Yes, insurance will be included in your trip quotation as standard unless it is requested not to be. Make sure you check the list of inclusions in your quotation and/or confirmation.
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What should students pack for a school trip to Naples?
Here are some of the essentials that students should bring on school trips to Naples (please note that some items are seasonal):
Travel documents:
- Passport
- Visa (if required)
- GHIC card
Clothing:
- Socks
- Underwear
- Tshirts
- Shorts/trousers
- Waterproof coat
- Jumper
- Pyjamas
- Outfits for downtime/ evening meal
- Appropriate footwear
Personal care
- Toiletries- shampoo, bodywash, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush, sanitary products
- Medication
Environmental protection items
- SPF
- Hat/cap
- Lip balm
- Insect repellent
- Woolly hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Thermal layers
Other
- Chargers for electrical devices
- Plug adapters
- Card games
- Book
- Portable gaming device
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Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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