Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist
Overview
Ready to go back to the 79 AD?
This tour consists of a marvelous throw-back walk around the ancient city of Pompeii, the Roman city that was covered by vulcanic ashes in 79 AD.
A walk in Pompeii is a very intense experience: it will be like wandering through an ancient living city!
During the tour, the guide will explain the history of the city and how the Romans lived, showing you the most important public buildings and private homes.
Don't miss the chance to visit the most famous archaeological site, you will feel like you are wandering around a living ancient city!
What's Included
- Headsets (for groups of 16 or more)
- Dedicated guidance and assistance
- Pompeii admission fee
- Expert archaeologist as your guide
- Small group (maximum 20 people per guide)
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Via Villa dei Misteri
2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza Esedra
80045 Pompei NA, Italy
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Pompeii Archaeological Park
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers under 18 are advised to bring a passport or ID to qualify for free admission
- Only dogs that do not exceed 10 kg in weight and a maximum height of 40 cm are permitted to enter; admitted animals must be on a leash and held in the arms inside the buildings and it is mandatory to collect their excrement;
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Activity code: C-23258P140
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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).
- Headsets (for groups of 16 or more).
- Dedicated guidance and assistance.
- Pompeii admission fee.
- Expert archaeologist as your guide.
- Small group (maximum 20 people per guide).
- Transportation.
- Food and drinks.
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 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore Pompeii with an Archaeologist 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
- Headsets (for groups of 16 or more)
- Dedicated guidance and assistance
- Pompeii admission fee
- Expert archaeologist as your guide
- Small group (maximum 20 people per guide)
- Transportation
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travelers under 18 are advised to bring a passport or ID to qualify for free admission
- Only dogs that do not exceed 10 kg in weight and a maximum height of 40 cm are permitted to enter; admitted animals must be on a leash and held in the arms inside the buildings and it is mandatory to collect their excrement;
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
