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Best of Pompeii and Herculaneum with an Expert Archaeologist

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Overview

Both these legendary cities were buried by the same eruption of 79 AD.
In this half-day tour you will understand that there are many differences between Pompeii and Herculaneum.

We will start to see the most important public buildings that the archaeologists found in Pompeii.

In Herculaneum, we will instead investigate the private buildings.

We'll also explain the differences of the eruption that buried the two cities and that permits to see in Pompeii the plaster casts and in Herculaneum the carbonized wood of two thousand years ago.

What's Included

  • Local Expert Archaeologist as your private guide
  • Lunch optional light lunch break from 20 euros per person
  • Optional private transportation with professional driver from 350 euros
  • Pompeii and Herculaneum Archaeological Parks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Esedra
80045 Pompei NA, Italy

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End point

Corso Resina
80056 Ercolano NA, Italy

What To Expect

Pompeii Archaeological Park

About 2 hours in Pompeii where we will see some of the Public Buildings (Theaters, Thermal Baths, Forum and its surroundings) and the Lupanare (the famous brothel).
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

At Herculaneum we will see the private houses and the shops (Bakery, Thermopolium) decorated with beautiful frescos, mosaics and stucco decorations.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Pompeii and Herculaneum with an Expert Archaeologist?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Pompeii and Herculaneum with an Expert Archaeologist?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Local Expert Archaeologist as your private guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. optional light lunch break from 20 euros per person.
  • optional private transportation with professional driver from 350 euros.
  • Pompeii and Herculaneum Archaeological Parks.
Apr 2025
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the Best of Pompeii and Herculaneum with an Expert Archaeologist is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What's Included

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  • Local Expert Archaeologist as your private guide
  • Lunchoptional light lunch break from 20 euros per person
  • Optional private transportation with professional driver from 350 euros
  • Pompeii and Herculaneum Archaeological Parks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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