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Herculaneum Private Walking Tour

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2 to 6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Explore ancient Herculaneum with a knowledgeable guide on this 2-hour private tour. Step back in time 2000 years and get immersed in a Roman Town buried under nearly 60 feet of volcanic debris. You will discover the ancient houses of Herculaneum, its shops, taverns, bathhouses, and more. Expect to see incredible frescoes and mosaics. Herculaneum is smaller than Pompeii, but it's better preserved and easier to visit. The tour is at your pace and you will have opportunities to ask as many questions you may have.

What's Included

  • Lunch Wine tasting and light lunch (Optional)
  • Private transportation from Naples or Sorrento (Optional)
  • Skip-the-line tickets

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    This tour offers an option that includes private transportation. Clients who select this option can be picked up anywhere in Naples or Sorrento. Those who choose the walking tour only option will meet the guide at the archaeological site of Herculaneum.

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    Meeting point

    Corso Resina
    80056 Ercolano NA, Italy

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    What To Expect

    Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

    Your private certified guide will introduce you to the History of the ancient Herculaneum. We will take care of purchasing skip-the-line tickets. This unforgettable walking tour will make you discover the highlights of the Archaeological Park: the private homes, the bath-house, the shops, the main street, etc. Marvel at incredible frescoes and mosaics! We will see the remains of fossilized wood. We shall of course see the dramatic skeletons of the victims by the ancient marina.
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Cantina del Vesuvio Winery Russo Family

    You will visit the vineyard before enjoying a delicious 3-course lunch paired with 5 of our Lacryma Christi DOC wines (choose between CLASSIC or SUPERIOR wine selections). The lunch includes antipasto with local specialties like salami, provolone cheese, and salted ricotta, along with roasted aubergines, carrots, and bruschetta with heirloom Piennolo tomatoes. For the main course, we serve artisan spaghetti pasta with Piennolo tomato and basil sauce. End your meal with the famous pastiera napoletana made with ricotta, grain, and candied fruit. We offer vegetarian and vegan options for our guests.
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Wheelchair: Herculaneum has some facilities for wheel-chairs. Not everywhere can be visited by wheel-chairs but it certainly is better then Pompeii from this point of view
    • A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable shoes

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Herculaneum Private Walking Tour?

    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 (CEST). 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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    Activity code: C-6946P17

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    What's Included

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • LunchWine tasting and light lunch (Optional)
    • Private transportation from Naples or Sorrento (Optional)
    • Skip-the-line tickets
    • Private official tour guide

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Service animals allowed
    • 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
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Wheelchair: Herculaneum has some facilities for wheel-chairs. Not everywhere can be visited by wheel-chairs but it certainly is better then Pompeii from this point of view
    • A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable shoes
    • People under 18 showing a valid ID enter for free

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    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 (CEST).

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