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Herculaneum Private Tour with an Archaeologist

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Ercolano, IT
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Embark on a fascinating journey through history with the Herculaneum Private Tour with an Archaeologist. This exclusive tour offers you the unique opportunity to explore the ancient archaeological site of Herculaneum with a knowledgeable and passionate archaeologist guide. With no other guides in sight, you will have their undivided attention as they share captivating stories and insights about the ruins. After the tour, you can continue exploring the site until closing time, armed with valuable advice from your guide. Marvel at the skeletons of those who perished during the eruption, imagine the panoramic view from the terrace before Vesuvius erupted, and step into luxurious houses with stunning sea views. Discover the Casa del Salone Nero, the Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite, and the recently discovered charred boat. This immersive tour will leave you in awe of the rich history and grandeur of Herculaneum.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Private tour with an archaeological guide
  • Explore the archaeological site of Herculaneum
  • See the skeletons of people who died during the eruption
  • Visit luxurious houses with beautiful terraces
  • Discover the recently discovered charred boat
  • Archaeological guide and assistance during the tour.
  • Private tour
  • Specialized archaeological guide
  • Main attractions of herculaneum
  • Taxes
  • Entrance tickets (13 euros per person + 2 euros in commissions if purchased in advance or online)
  • Food and drinks

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Introduction

Embark on a fascinating journey through time with the Herculaneum Private Tour with an Archaeologist. This exclusive experience offers a unique opportunity to explore the renowned archaeological site of Herculaneum in the company of a specialized archaeological guide. With no other guides present, you will have the undivided attention of your knowledgeable guide, ensuring a personalized and immersive adventure.

What to expect?

During the Herculaneum Private Tour, you can anticipate a deep dive into the captivating history and captivating history and culture of this ancient Roman city. Your expert guide will lead you through the main attractions of Herculaneum, providing insightful commentary and sharing fascinating anecdotes along the way. As you wander through the remarkably preserved ruins, you will gain valuable insights into the daily life, architecture, and customs of the inhabitants who once thrived in this bustling city.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts, archaeology buffs, and anyone with a curiosity for ancient civilizations. Whether you are a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group, this private tour is designed to cater to your specific interests and preferences. The experience is suitable for all ages, making it an excellent choice for families seeking an educational and engaging outing.

Why book this?

By booking the Herculaneum Private Tour, you can unlock a truly immersive and enriching experience. Unlike crowded group tours, this private excursion allows for a more intimate exploration of the archaeological site. With the undivided attention of your specialized guide, you can ask questions, delve deeper into specific topics, and truly appreciate the historical significance of Herculaneum. Furthermore, the opportunity to continue exploring the site after the tour's conclusion ensures that you can fully appreciate the beauty and wonders of this ancient city at your own pace.

Good to know

To participate in the Herculaneum Private Tour, it is essential to purchase entrance tickets, priced at 13 euros per person. These can be obtained in advance or online to save time and avoid additional commissions. While exploring the site, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and bring along a bottle of water to stay hydrated. Your guide, identified by a red badge and the name "Eliana Sandretti," will meet you near the ticket office located inside the excavations of Herculaneum.

Reviews

Previous visitors have praised the Herculaneum Private Tour for its exceptional quality and informative nature. Travelers have expressed their appreciation for the expertise and passion of the specialized archaeological guide, whose in-depth knowledge brought the ancient city to life. Many have also commended the flexibility of the tour, allowing them to spend additional time exploring the site independently. Overall, guests have left with a profound understanding and appreciation for the historical significance of Herculaneum.

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

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Your Itinerary

Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

Meeting point: ticket office of the archaeological site of Herculaneum, it will be possible to buy the entrance tickets (if you haven't bought in advanced or if you haven't purchased online). The entrance ticket to the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum will give you the opportunity to see all the attractions and houses present during the tour. The guide will be waiting for you with a sign to be recognized: "Eliana Sandretti".

Admission Not Included

La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo

We will see the skeletons of people who died during the eruption and we will look out on the terrace to imagine the panorama before the great explosion of Vesuvius.

Casa dei Cervi

La Casa dei Cervi is a luxurious house with a terrace overlooking the sea.

Casa del Rilievo di Telefo

(Pass by)

The name of the domus is due to a high relief where the myth of Telephus was illustrated.

Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno

The Casa del Tramezzo di Legno is named after the discovery of a wooden partition that was charred due to the eruption of Vesuvius.

Casa del Salone Nero

The house of the Black Room owes its name to its salon painted in black. It is one of the most luxurious domus in Herculaneum.

Salone della Barca di Ercolano

We will see the boat charred by the eruption of Vesuvius and recently discovered.

College of the Augustales

The College of the Augustales preserves the frescoes representing Hercules entering Olympus. In this room the skeleton of the keeper who died during the eruption.

House of the Skeleton

The House of the Skeleton of Herculaneum owes its name to the discovery of the skeleton of an inhabitant who was unable to save himself.

Casa Sannitica

The Samnite House is one of the oldest houses in Herculaneum

Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite

The House of Neptune and Amphitrite is an environment that leaves you speechless with its rich scenographic compositions.

Reviews

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Carol_F

Seeing Herculaneum with my family meant we could share this unique site guided by Dr. Eliana Sandretti. Her expertise was invaluable in getting the most out of our exploration of this site. Kudos Viator.

Kent_J

We enjoyed every moment of this tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She made the entire tour very interesting. Could not have been better.

Debra_C

Our guide was patient, knowledgeable and very professional. We’ll worth it. I recommend it for any trip to Herculaneum.

Ann_M

Our guide, an archeologist himself, was knowledgeable an personable. .Francesc was interesting and made the 2 hours of visit fly by. Herculaneum is such an interesting site and our group learned a lot about The Roman culture around the time of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. I highly recommend his tour.

Bisonrav

We took this as a pair with a private tour of Pompeii, also from Eliana's business. We spread the tours over two days, which I recommend, and were greeted by our guide from Pompeii, Luciana, as we breakfasted in a cafe just outside the gates of the archeological site. It's much smaller than Pompeii, but better preserved, so you can see the carbonised remains of wooden items, upper storeys of the buildings, and beautiful mosaics and decorations. Luciana was once again a great guide, patient with my 8 yo son who absolutely loved her and grabbed her hand. She was able to bring the history absolutely to life, and it was if anything a better tour than the superb Pompeii one the previous day. The private tour allowed us to move at our own pace, and we never felt rushed or that we were listening to a prepared script. So very highly recommended. It's not the cheapest tour, but it's the best way of seeing the site.

Susan_Z

Our tour guide Pia and she was wondering. So informative and helped me with places to step since I have a bad knee. Her knowledge of the historical site was beyond belief! Herculaneum was a perfect choice for our family to go and see❤️

Sheelagh_C

The guide tailored our tour to our areas of interest and brought the archaeological details to life. Highly knowledgeable guide - did a great job making the history accessible. Clear and easy to understand

JonahMH

We visited Herculaneum with Eliana after a fantastic morning spent with her in Pompei. This site is very different but her passion and expert knowledge brought it to life and then some! To understand how an archaeologist works and how dangerous some of the work is to enable the world to discover life as it was nearly 2000 years ago is incredible…….and Eliana still works at these sites to this day, exposing more of this ancient world for us. This personal insight made it all the more special and my wife and I will never forget our day in Herculaneum and Pompei and we’re honoured to have spent it with Eliana. She even gave us tips and recommendations for our visit a couple of days later to Naples which were invaluable for navigating this chaotic and vibrant city, making our Pompei and Herculaneum trip even more meaningful! Invest in booking Eliana - absolutely 100% recommend!

GreenAdept

Francesco did a fantastic job showing us around Herculaneum and truly helping us to understand what life was like for the ancient Romans. He was very knowledgeable and also good about acknowledging when he didn't know the answer to a question. Our only disappointment with the tour is that we couldn't have kept him all day!

Discover16241141702

I intended to go on a small group tour, but could not find any available on this date, thankfully Eliana was available today! To echo the other reviews on this site, being an archeaologist, she's very knowledgeable about Herculaneum and the events around the eruption of Vesuvius. We went through all the buildings and villas and she had answers to all my questions. I happily recommend Eliana as a tour guide for this amazing site.
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