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Private Day Tour to Vesuvius, Herculaneum & Pompeii with Pick Up

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Pompeii, IT
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Private Day Tour to Vesuvius, Herculaneum & Pompeii with Pick Up

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Embark on a mesmerizing journey back in time with this private tour to Mt. Vesuvius, Herculaneum, and Pompeii. Feel the thrill as you explore the haunting ruins of Pompeii, frozen in time since the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Immerse yourself in the daily life of ancient Rome as you wander through the impressive Forum, visit the bustling Basilica, and marvel at the well-preserved Casa del Fauno and House of the Vettii. Then, venture to Herculaneum and discover its remarkably preserved treasures, including the stunningly restored remains of a boat and the grand Casa dei Cervi. Finally, experience the majestic power of Mount Vesuvius as you hike to its summit, taking in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. This private tour is an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the rich history and awe-inspiring beauty of this iconic region.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 8 hours - 9 hours
  • Suitable for 2-8 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore the amazing ruins of Pompeii
  • Discover the ancient town of Herculaneum
  • Visit the grand theater of Pompeii
  • See the restored remains of a boat in Herculaneum
  • Enjoy the breathtaking views from Mount Vesuvius
  • Bottled water
  • Driver
  • Tickets to Pompeii and Herculaneum (if option selected)
  • Professional guide (if option selected)
  • Accommodation - Port - Train station - Airport pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets at Mount Vesuvius

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Introduction

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the ancient world with a private day trip to Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum, and Pompeii. This tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the incredible ruins and experience the rich history of these iconic sites. The looming presence of Mount Vesuvius sets the stage for an unforgettable adventure.

What to expect?

During this 8-hour tour, you can expect a comprehensive exploration of these historical landmarks. Your journey begins in Pompeii, where you will be guided through the fascinating ruins of this ancient town. Marvel at the well-preserved archaeological remains, including the Forum, Basilica, and the famous Casa del Fauno. Discover the stories behind the House of the Vettii and the Stabian Baths, gaining insights into Roman life from your knowledgeable guide. Next, you will visit the archaeological park of Herculaneum, where you'll witness the remarkably restored remains of this once-thriving Roman city. Admire the famous boat preserved in the marina area and explore the Casa dei Cervi, one of the wealthiest private homes in Herculaneum. Finally, embark on a thrilling hike up Mount Vesuvius, where you can witness panoramic views of the Bay of Naples and experience the powerful presence of this dormant volcano.

Who is this for?

This private tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and anyone with a passion for exploring ancient ruins. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time visitor to Italy, this tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of ancient Rome. The tour is suitable for individuals, couples, families, or small groups who want to create lasting memories and learn about the rich cultural heritage of Italy.

Why book this?

Embarking on this private tour means you'll have the chance to intimately explore the ancient city of Pompeii and the archaeological park of Herculaneum. With a licensed guide leading the way, you'll gain insights into the daily lives of the people who once inhabited these bustling cities. The hike up Mount Vesuvius allows you to witness stunning views and experience the natural beauty of the region.

Good to know

It is important to note that this tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness due to the hike up Mount Vesuvius. Comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothing are recommended for the exploration of the ruins. The tour includes transportation to and from the sites, as well as the services of a licensed guide. Please keep in mind that entrance fees and meals are not included.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced this tour have raved about the knowledgeable guides, the breathtaking views from Mount Vesuvius, and the awe-inspiring ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Visitors are consistently impressed by the well-preserved state of the archaeological sites and the fascinating stories shared by their guides. This tour has received high praise for its educational value and the unique perspective it provides on Roman history.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Pompeii Archaeological Park

You will meet a licensed guide at the main gate in Pompeii, after purchasing tickets, the tour begins and you will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.

Admission Not Included

Forum

The Civil Forum is the core of daily life of the city and is the focal point of all the main public buildings for city administration and justice, business management, and trade activities such as markets, as well as the main places of citizen worship.

Basilica

This space was used to carry out business and for the administration of justice. It is accessed from the Forum through five entrances separated by tuff pillars

Thermopolium

This was a small cook-shops where hot food was sold

Casa del Fauno

It is one of the larger houses of Pompeii, covering an entire block of about 3000 sqm and, according to its original layout, it dates back to the 2nd century BC.

Casa dei Vettii

The house, one of the richest and most famous in Pompeii, is under the protection of Priapus, the god of prosperity, painted to the right of the door, symbolizing the economic success of the owners, the brothers Aulus Vettius Restitutus and Aulus Vettius Conviva liberti, who became rich through trade.

Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

The pool is found to the left, whereas a colonnade is found to the right, which leads to the men's quarters, which are split into the apodyterium (dressing room), with the frigidarium (for cold baths), which leads to the tepidarium (for medium temperature baths) and then to the calidarium (for hot baths).

Teatro Grande

The Grand Theatre was built by exploiting the natural slope of the hill for the construction of the auditorium. The staircase was separated into three areas with corridors, which were in turn divided into five sectors, and was based on a passage with a barrel vault.

Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

You will be taken by your driver to the Archeological Park of Herculaneum. There, you meet a licensed guide at the main gate and after purchasing tickets, your tour begins. You will be led by the guide through the ruins of this amazing ancient town.

Admission Not Included

Salone della Barca di Ercolano

You will admire one of the last discoveries made by archaeologists, the incredibly restored remains of a boat dug up in the marina area, the same one where 300 skeletons were found.

Vesuvio National Park

The nature trail n. 5 “Il Gran Cono” starts from the Piazzale (square) at an altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level in the municipality of Herculaneum at the end of the provincial road Ercolano-Vesuvio. At the moment, the Piazzale hosts a parking area for those who come by car. Before starting the climb, you can visit one of the info points of the Vesuvius National Park where you can receive useful information about the protected area and buy a map. From the Piazzale you can already enjoy a splendid view of the northern side of Mount Somma with the cognoli of Sant'Anastasia and Punta Nasone, the top of the ancient volcano which 1,132 metres high, opposite the cognoli of Ottaviano and Levante. While looking upwards, you can hold your breath and see from below what will be the ascent to the bottom edge of Sterminator Vesevo.

Admission Not Included

Vesuvio National Park

Approximately 40 minutes drive from the highway to the point closest to trail that takes to the summit. An approximately 35 min. walk to the top of the volcano. An approximately 35 min. walk back down to the car. Approximately 40 min. drive down to the highway.

Admission Not Included

Casa dei Cervi

One of the wealthiest private homes in Herculaneum, its owner was certainly a billionaire.

Reviews

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5 (167)

chrishT5152AF

My wife and I booked a tour with Antonio for Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius. We had not purchased ascent tickets to climb to the top of Vesuvius, but Antonio drove us up to the dropoff point so we could appreciate the views. We did not know that Vesuvius is still considered and acitve volcano - with the last lava flow in 1944. Antonio uses the Socratic method as a tour guide, giving out bits of information, then questions from him, then more information in a back-and-forth manner. MUCH more interesting than droning on historical facts. We UNDERSTOOD how Pompeii and Herculaneum came their current condition, and how life was like in those cities. Very good use of our vacation dollars and this turned out to be the best part of our 2-week Italian vacation. He picked us up from our hotel and dropped us off at the train station (because our Naples departure had a crash change due to a rail strike day.) Highly recommend.

Kelly_F

We all so enjoyed Tony. So full Of knowledge, humor and you can tell he loves his work! We had a blast! Well done Antonino! Learned so much and highly recommend all three adventures. Vesuvius ( get your tickets to the top) Pompeii and Herculaneum! Long day but so worth it.

Daniel_Z

Tony picked us up in front of our apartment and drove us in comfort throughout the day, He is a very knowledgeable guide and gave us an introduction to many things on the way so when we arrived we were better informed. Tony showed us amazing sites in Pompei and Herculaneum. The hike up Vesuvius is somewhat steep, but worth the trip to see the crater. Pompei has been on my bucket list for a long time and this was a great way to see the amazing site. Herculaneum was amazing also. It is a much smaller site, but full of well preserved mind boggling things. A full day well spent.

Chris_H

Antonio was flexible with the arrangements for our private tour. He uses the Socratic method: discussing some components of Roman architecture, then questioning what we saw. By the end we UNDERSTOOD Pompeii's architecture and history. Easy to understand English speech.

Christopher_B

Tony was an amazing guide. Picked us up at the hotel, waited for us to hike Mt Vesuvius and then was an engaging expert on Pompei and Herculean. Skipping the lines really helped. Most importanly. he kept us entertained (even my 16 year old). We highly recommend him.

Charlene_W

Marco was a lovely driver. Everything was organised well and pick up and drop off was seamless. One of our people was sick and Marco kindly help us find a pharmacist to buy medicine. Celeste our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the Herculaneum and Pompeii. She gave us a lot of insight of what happen thousands of years ago. Overall, we were very happy with everything and would highly recommend this.

Karen_W

Perfect day. We were on a cruise with limited time. I was worried we could not do everything listed. Our guide was fabulous. He communicated immediately with all my questions. He helped me get a hiking pass for the volcano at 9:20. He was on time waiting for us. We did the hike in the morning then went to Herculaneum then Pompeii. Despite the short time we gave him to work with we still had a sit-down lunch with real Italian pizza while he parked the car. His English and knowledge were fantastic. I never felt rushed. We were a group of 5 with various walking abilities and he made it easy for all of us. Because I worry he even got us back with time to spare.

Lene_N

Antonio is a very pleasant and professional person. He is well prepared and has a lot of relevant information to share. He really made a difference on our tour to Pompeii. He is also a very safe driver. We would recommend him at any time.

Belinda_E

Antonino is a fabulous guide and a wealth of information. We travelled as a family with two teens and he worked hard to cater to the interests of each member of the family. Unfortunately Vesuvius was closed when we visited but Tony made sure to include other options so that we didn't feel like we missed out. Both of our teens were engaged in the experience and we all thoroughly enjoyed the day. Highly recommend this tour, it's worth every penny.

GeorgeH_B

This is a very ambitious tour but Antonino accomplished it very well, making sure that our interests were all covered. We had seen Pompeii and Herculaneum before and we would suggest that if you haven’t been there before you take a tour that covers these sites in more detail. It is a very full day but Antonino explains things very well and is a qualified guide as well as a driver.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-30 18:07