Pompeii and Herculaneum Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist
A marvellous archaeological walk at the discovery of the ancient cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii, both buried under the ashes of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.
With this tour, you’ll start your journey in Herculaneum. Smaller than Pompeii but incredibly well-preserved, this ancient city offers a unique glimpse into Roman life. Your licensed expert Archaeologist guide will take you through remarkable highlights such as wooden doors, intricate frescoes, and the ancient beach where more than 300 skeletons were uncovered.
After this fascinating visit, take a quick break before continuing to Pompeii. Here, your guide will show you the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Forum – the heart of Pompeii’s social and political life – as well as its grand houses, public buildings, and the famous plaster casts of the victims frozen in time by the eruption.
This immersive experience will give you an unforgettable understanding of life in these two extraordinary ancient cities.
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Pompeii and Herculaneum Tour
What's included in Pompeii and Herculaneum Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Transfer by train to Herculaneum (30 minutes trip + 10 minutes walk) and quick lunch break if required. Meeting place is the Ticket Office of the Herculaneum ruins. You can get there as follows: - By car in via Pignalver (There is a not guarded parking very close the meeting place) - By train in Corso Resina 1 (Circumvesuviana train station is 10 minutes walk away)
The house receives its name from marble statues of stags/deer found in the peristyle.
La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo
M. Nonius Balbus was the city's major benefactor restoring and building many public buildings. On his death he was made patron and feted with many honours, detailed in the long inscription on his funeral altar.
Inclusions
- Private Tour
- Guidance and assistance by an Archaeologist guide
- Pompeii and Herculaneum entrance tickets
- Any kind of transportation to the sites
- Food and drinks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Sunglasses and sunscreen are suggested
- Comfortable shoes are required, NO flip flops
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet your tour guide at the ticket office of Herculaneum Ruins
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Ticket redemption will be managed by the tour guide directly on spot.