3-Hour Pompeii Private Tour
ID: GYG75072-105707
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Country: Italy
Country: Italy
Duration: 03:00 hours
Description
Skip the lines to enter Pompeii on a 3-hour tour that takes you through the ancient city that was decimated by the explosion of Mt Vesuvius thousands of years ago. Follow your archeological guide through the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Pompeii is one of the most important archeological sites in the world, with a unique history and an incredible atmosphere, a must for those who want to know more about the Roman world. This big city, 66 acres wide, was founded in the VII century BC and was totally destroyed by an incredible explosion of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The volcano destroyed the city and the surrounding area in just two days, covering, with its ash, the life of thousand of citizens.
After the disaster, the city remained mostly untouched until 1748, when the excavations began and the ancient Pompeii was uncovered, displaying the grandeur of the Roman Empire to the world. Pompeii is currently one of the most significant proof of the Roman civilization and provides outstanding information on the art, customs, trades, and everyday life of the past.
This tour through the excavations will allow you to look beyond the walls and ruins to reveal the true meaning of each building without missing the masterpieces of this marvelous archeological site.You have the possibilty to visit in details two of the most important places of the site:the Anphiteatre or the famous Villa of Misteries
Pompeii is one of the most important archeological sites in the world, with a unique history and an incredible atmosphere, a must for those who want to know more about the Roman world. This big city, 66 acres wide, was founded in the VII century BC and was totally destroyed by an incredible explosion of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The volcano destroyed the city and the surrounding area in just two days, covering, with its ash, the life of thousand of citizens.
After the disaster, the city remained mostly untouched until 1748, when the excavations began and the ancient Pompeii was uncovered, displaying the grandeur of the Roman Empire to the world. Pompeii is currently one of the most significant proof of the Roman civilization and provides outstanding information on the art, customs, trades, and everyday life of the past.
This tour through the excavations will allow you to look beyond the walls and ruins to reveal the true meaning of each building without missing the masterpieces of this marvelous archeological site.You have the possibilty to visit in details two of the most important places of the site:the Anphiteatre or the famous Villa of Misteries
Highlights
- Explore Pompeii with an archaeologist
- Get a private 3 hour visit to legendary Pompeii, a world heritage site
- Discover the ruins revealed by groundbreaking excavation work
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please provide the tour operator with your contact details in case of any changes to the tour itinerary
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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
Tempio Travel agency , Pompeii ruins circumvesuviana train station
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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
Tempio Travel agency , Pompeii ruins circumvesuviana train station
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
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.
