Naples: Pompeii and Herculaneum Private Walking Tour Private Tour
ID: GYG42626-54447
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
05:30 hours
Description
This tour consists of a walk around of the ancients roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried from the ashes of the volcano Vesuvius in 79 AD. See the highlights on a walking tour with a private guide or in a small group setting.
A walk in Pompeii is an experience unlike any other; the city still feels as lively as ever. Learn about the history of the town and how the Romans lived with a tour of all the most important public buildings and private houses.
Herculaneum is much smaller but better preserved than Pompeii. While Pompeii was covered in 4 to 5 meters of ash, an avalanche of mud 20 meters thick buried Herculaneum.
Second storeys, carbonized wooden objects, intact paintings and mosaics are still fully visible. The city comes back to life with your guide's explanations.
The tour of Pompeii lasts 2 hours and includes a detailed look at the western part of the ancient town, the location of the most important public buildings, homes and shops.
Highlights
- Experience Pompeii as it was in its heyday
- Feel like an ancient Roman during this historical tour
- Discover the beauty of Pompeii and Herculaneum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Wear comfortable clothes, and bring sunglasses, a hat and water in the summer
• Small group option available to select when booking
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
The main entrance of the Pompeii ruins, called the "Porta Marina Superiore".
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.
