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Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide

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Overview

Meet your expert guide at the entrance of Herculaneum for an immersive walking tour with priority access. Begin at the House of the Wooden Partition to admire a rare, intact wooden screen absent in Pompeii. Continue to the House of Neptune and Amphitrite to view lavish private baths and breathtaking glass-paste wall mosaics of marine deities. At the Urban Baths, trace Roman engineering through subfloor hypocaust heating across the calidarium, tepidarium, and frigidarium. Next, explore the multi-level House of the Deer and House of the Bicentenary, showcasing aristocratic wealth with vibrant frescoes and seaside views. Finally, descend to the ancient beachfront boathouses (Fornici), where locals sought refuge during Vesuvius's 79 AD eruption, concluding your journey with a poignant look into the city's final hours.

What's Included

  • Entrance ticket of Herculaneum
  • Walking tour inside the archaeological site
  • Expert licensed tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from Naples
  • Food and beverages
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Meeting Location

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80056 Ercolano
Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

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Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

Descend to the ancient shoreline where residents sought shelter during Mount Vesuvius's 79 AD eruption for a poignant, unforgettable look into the city's final hours
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno

An ancient Roman house in which there are preserved wooden doors and beams.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Terme Del Foro

Trace Roman engineering across the public bath complex. Walk through the calidarium, tepidarium, and frigidarium while learning about the subfloor hypocaust heating system
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite

View a lavish patrician home featuring private thermal baths and breathtaking, intact glass-paste wall mosaics depicting the marine deities Neptune and Amphitrite
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Casa dei Cervi

Explore multi-level seaside residences showcasing aristocratic wealth through vibrant frescoes, grand courtyards, and dramatic bay views
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • The tour can be belengual

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entrance ticket of Herculaneum.
  • Walking tour inside the archaeological site.
  • Expert licensed tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Transportation to/from Naples.
  • Food and beverages.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Walking Tour of Herculaneum with Local Guide is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Walking Tour of Herculaneum with 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once 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 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Entrance ticket of Herculaneum
  • Walking tour inside the archaeological site
  • Expert licensed tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from Naples
  • Food and beverages

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • The tour can be belengual
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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