Your private guide and driver, proficient in English, will rendezvous with you at your hotel, prepared to escort you southwards on the highway offering panoramic views of Naples Bay and Mt. Vesuvius, the still lethal volcano that blanketed Pompeii in 79 A.D. Analysis reveals this Roman vacation spot was smothered under 21 feet of volcanic debris.
Your entry into Pompeii commences a 2-hour detailed walkthrough of the unearthed region, introducing you to the city’s spas, mansions, amphitheaters, and sports arenas. Plaster models indicate the final resting places of those who were abruptly engulfed by the volcanic dust.
Post lunch, journey to Naples and explore the National Archaeological Museum on another guided tour, renowned globally for its unparalleled collection of Roman frescoes and mosaics.
While in Naples, indulge in a brief sightseeing drive around town (Castel Nuovo, the San Carlo Opera House, Umberto I Gallery, Royal Palace, Church of San Francesco di Paola) combined with a visit to the Egg Castle, which offers breathtaking views of the magnificent Gulf of Naples.
Finally, the tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel.