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Pompeii and Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Full Day Tour with a Private & Local Guide

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5 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Pompeii was a rich commercial hub wiped out by a terrible eruption in 79 dc that Plinio il Giovane , a roman writer, described as a ‘’a huge black cloud’’.

On this tour you will walk in a rich commercial city with an advanced street plan, that brings from the central square , the Forum, to the magnificent of ‘’Teatro Piccolo’’with its perfect acoustic, by way of Gladiators Gym up to the thermal bath.

Herculaneum

Also Herculaneum was surprised by the eruption of 79 dc and was covered under a ‘’cloud’’that cooling down became a mug that has preserved wood , fabrics, and most of the perishable objects of this city.

On this tour you going to do an immersion in the social life in the city, strolling around frescoed houses ,graffiti on the walls, artisans shops , cult places , the old gym and the thermal bath.

You’ll find evidence of a complex modern culture , a timeless city that tell a very human story.

What's Included

  • Skip-the-line ticket
  • Private guide
  • Driver
  • Pick up/Drop off
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Meeting point

Piazza Esedra
80045 Pompei NA, Italy

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End point

80056 Ercolano
Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

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Via dell’Abbondanza

the road that crosses pompei from The Forum up to The Thermal Baths
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Anfiteatro Romano

the amphitheatre where the fights of gladiators took place
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Temple of Apollo

Walk through the magnificence of Apollo Temple , the Temple of Jupiter and Venus
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Casa dei Cervi

so called because two deer statues were found at the entrance, has preserved beautiful frescoes inside
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

See Villa dei Papiri, an ancient library and the thermal bath with beautiful mosaics
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii and Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Full Day Tour with a Private & 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). 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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  • Skip-the-line ticket
  • Private guide
  • Driver
  • Pick up/Drop off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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