From Sorrento: Pompeii Half-Day Skip-the-Line Tour Private Tour in English
ID: GYG74618-724184
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a scenic ride from Sorrento to the ancient ruins of Pompeii on a half-day shared or private tour of this fascinating archaeological site. See the main features of the ancient city and learn about the arena, the baths, and the shopfronts.
Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the famous archaeological site of Pompeii with an expert official guide. Thanks to your priority entry tickets you will skip the stress of the long line, leaving more time to explore. Accompanied by the guide, you'll explore the main features of the ancient city including the baths, bakeries and much more.
Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. Following the eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius in the 79 A.D., Pompeii lay buried and forgotten for hundreds of years. The town is high on the list of the wonders of the world, and the excavations begun in the 18th century still continues to this day.
Your guide will take you through some of the ancient streets of Pompeii, where you can see baths, forums and villas built by the prosperous Romans in the year 80 B.C. Marvel at the fabulously preserved frescoes which adorned the walls and floors of the villas. Even if your interests do not lie in history, this is an archaeological site that cannot fail to impress you.
Highlights
- Travel back in time with the help of an official English-speaking guide
- Admire wonderful frescos, mosaics and remarkably intact wooden furniture
- Learn about the history of the destructive eruption of 79 AD and its consequences on the surrounding areas
- Get the chance to admire one of the oldest Amphitheatres in the world
- Choose between a private or shared tour
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You must confirm the pickup time and meeting point with the tour operator prior to travel.
• Note that departure times and locations may vary.
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide.
• A moderate amount of walking is involved.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• Changes to the date and time of your tour requested less than 24-hours before departure time are subject to availability
• The program is subject to changes due to weather and causes of force majeure (road closure, public events), in which case it may not be possible to make some stops or visits mentioned in the program
IMPORTANT NOTE: From the 6th August, to enter the ruins of Pompeii you are required to have Green Pass. Please bring all documentation otherwise access will be denied.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
The driver will meet you at the lobby of the hotel or at the established meeting point.
Please be waiting outside the hotel at least 5 mintues before the departure.
Please note that some hotels in Sorrento are not reachable from vehicles, you can choose an established meeting point after completing the booking process.
Feel free to contact us to double check if at your accommodation is available the pick up and drop off service.
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.
