From Rome: Pompeii & Naples Private Full-Day Tour
ID: GYG42627-54449
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Explore stunning Roman Empire ruins on a 9-hour tour of Pompeii and Naples from Rome. Wander the paths of Pompeii with a guide to see mosaics, noble houses, and a former brothel. Then, enjoy some free to time to see Naples on your own.
Enjoy a private day trip from Rome to the ruins of Pompeii and the modern day city of Naples, traveling by comfortable Mercedes. Your tour includes 2 hours with a guide in Pompeii, a lunch stop on the slopes of Vesuvius, and free sightseeing time in Naples.
Following your hotel pick-up, your driver will drive directly to the entrance of Pompeii, situated on a volcanic plateau on the southern slope of Mt. Vesuvius. Learn the tragic story behind the everyday Roman town as you wander the streets between former houses and shops. Relive the last moments before they were buried by the eruption of Vesuvius.
Marvel at the Marina Gate, and Basilica (Court House). See where the citizens gathered at the Stabian Baths and Theatres. You will even visit the old brothel (Lupanar), and a former bakery. Admire mosaic tiles at sites such as the House of Faun and House of the Tragic Poet, as well as plaster casts that depict Pompeii's residents caught in the poses at the moment they died.
After a meal in a typical restaurant on the slopes of the Mt. Vesuvius, continue with a scenic drive of Naples, where your driver will tell you about the highlights of the city so that you can make the most of your sightseeing time alone.
Pass through busy Piazza Garibaldi, and watch the bustle of pedestrians on Corso Umberto Primo. Look at the cruise liners in the Port of Naples, and travel down the breathtaking promenade of the Riviera di Chiaia. Go to the harbor of Mergellina to look at the luxury yachts, and travel uphill to Posillipo for views across the sea to Capri.
Highlights
- Explore the ruins of Pompeii with an expert guide
- See mosaics and frescoes at the remains of the House of the Faun and House of the Poet
- Take a scenic drive around Naples
- Enjoy some free time to discover Naples on your own
- Drive along the elegant Riviera di Chiaia
- Stop for lunch at a typical restaurant on the slopes of Vesuvius
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Estimated time of arrival back in Rome is 8:00 PM.
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
All participants who are over 12 years and 3 months of age must present either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 3 months. Participants must also present a negative antigen test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts. Students who are under 12 years and 3 months old may present proof of regular school testing and their age instead of proof of vaccination or infection
Masks are required while indoors
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pick-up from your hotel or accommodation in Rome.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
