Herculaneum Ruins Private Tour with Skip the Line Tickets and Local Guide
Overview
Enjoy a 2-hour tour into the archaeological ruins of the Herculaneum – a small city situated at the Vesuvius slope which had been buried due to a volcanic eruption in the year 79 A.C.
Here, you will learn about the history of the once great Roman city, as well as ancient customs and tradition, you will also get to see breath-taking features in the city, some of which includes the "Palestra" (gym) and the houses whose walls are decorated with spectacular frescoes such as Casa di Nettuno e Anfritrite, Casa dello Scheletro, Casa dell'Alcova e Casa del salone nero.
It is said that the people of the Herculaneum were richer and more educated as their power and riches reflects on the spectacular decorations of their houses, the splendor of the mosaics and frescoes, the magnificence of the furniture and the kind of lifestyle they lead in general.
What's Included
- Admission tickets
- Local and top rated guide
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
80056 Ercolano
Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Parco Acheologico di Ercolano
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Admission tickets.
- Local and top rated guide.
- Gratuities.
- Private transportation.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Herculaneum Ruins Private Tour with Skip the Line Tickets and Local Guide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Herculaneum Ruins Private Tour with Skip the Line Tickets and Local Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Admission tickets
- Local and top rated guide
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
