Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Shared Regular Group Tour
ID: GYG994883-1541905
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum on a guided tour from Naples. Enjoy a delicious lunch and wine tasting at a local restaurant and visit a cameo factory.
Begin your day with a pickup from Naples and head to the archaeological site of Pompeii. Enjoy some free time to use the restrooms and purchase tickets before starting your walking tour.
Explore the ancient city of Pompeii, walking along well-preserved streets and discovering various Roman structures. Visit a temple, market, ancient shop, villa, thermal bath, theater, and the Forum. The selection of buildings is determined by the guide based on visitor numbers, waiting times, and opening hours.
Next, visit a cameo factory, where you can observe a craftsman at work. Cameos are jewels crafted from shells and gemstones, hand-carved by artisans. This stop is not only informative but also essential for managing the visit to the Pompeii excavations.
Afterward, drive to a restaurant for lunch and a wine tasting. Savor local flavors and enjoy a relaxing break before continuing your journey.
Next, head to Herculaneum, where you’ll admire well-preserved houses from the Roman period. Notable sites include the House with Atrium mosaics, the House of the Deer, the House of Neptune and Amphitrite mosaics, and the thermal baths of the Forum.
Finally, drive back to Naples, reflecting on the day’s discoveries.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Enjoy a delicious lunch and wine tasting at a local restaurant
- Discover the history of the Roman world with a guided tour of the ruins
- Visit a cameo factory and see how these jewels are crafted from shells
- Admire the well-preserved houses and mosaics of Herculaneum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The itinerary within the Pompeii excavations may vary from day to day depending on the opening of certain offices and the influx of visitors.
The selection of visited buildings is determined each time by the guide based on the number of visitors, waiting times, and their opening hours.
Our Guide will meet you at the disembarkation point of the cruise ship or the tender. They will be displaying a sign with Your Name.
INCLUDED
- Roundtrip transfer
- Commentary on board
- Archeoguide or audioguides
- Pompeii entrance fee
- Herculaneum entrance fee
NOT INCLUDED
- Optional activities
- Food and Beverages
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.