- Pompeii Archaeological Park - At the time of the dramatic eruption, Pompeii counted about 11.000 inhabitants, while Herculaneum had a population of some 5.000 people. A number of emperors and aristocrats had their holiday villas in these cities. One day, in 79 AD, several meters of ashes buried the whole area in a matter of few hours. Centuries later, in 1748, under the Bourbons government, excavation works started. The discovery was greeted with enthusiasm as it added great wealth to the kingdom and inspired the neoclassicism movement in Europe. Nowadays, the ruins of Pompeii are amongst the most visited archaeological sites in the world, while Herculaneum is renewed for its Villa dei Papiri containing a library of over 1800 papyruses. Visit of the excavations (approx 2 hrs) and if time permits also of a coral and cameos factory to admire the production procedure carried on by expert artisans
- 1.5-hour walking tour of Herculaneum ruins with audioguide
- Authorized guide provided in Pompeii for groups over 6
- Lunch included
- Comfortable coach transportation for the entire tour
- Pompeii exploration with audio guides for smaller groups
- Informative commentary on board
- Entrance tickets to Pompeii (€19 per person)
- Drinks
- Entrance tickets to Herculaneum (€14 per person)
This excursion primarily focuses on the exploration of the region’s two significant archaeological sites: Pompeii and Herculaneum - the ancient Roman cities that were obliterated by the Mt. Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD. Being acknowledged as essential parts of the Roman Empire, these cities were at their zenith, both socially and economically, during the catastrophe. Pompeii, a vibrant city acting as a hub for traders and voyagers, contrasted with Herculaneum, which was more of a residential town for nobles and scholars. There will be a lunch break at a local eatery, excluding beverages. In the latter part of the day, we will be venturing towards the remnants of Herculaneum.
- If there are fewer than six people in your group, the tour will operate with an audio guide instead of a real local guide.
- Not suitable for passengers with walking difficulties
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.