Pompeii and Herculaneum Select Tour with Local Lunch
Excursions & day trips

Pompeii and Herculaneum Select Tour with Local Lunch

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 279 reviews
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£97.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Do this because
  • Visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, both frozen in time
  • Explore the archaeological site of Pompeii on a guided tour
  • Savour a relaxing local lunch after your morning sightseeing
  • Discover ancient Herculaneum's history with an expert guide
  • Local guide with expert knowledge of Pompeii and Herculaneum
What to expect

When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, the sister cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were frozen in time. More than 1,600 years passed before they were rediscovered, and today they're undoubtedly two of the world's greatest archaeological sites. Andrea, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Pompeii and Herculaneum may have shared the same fate under the ashes of Mount Vesuvius, but they offer two distinct glimpses into ancient Roman life. While Pompeii was a bustling commercial centre, Herculaneum was a refined seaside retreat for the wealthy.'

Buried by volcanic debris, these UNESCO-listed sites offer a fascinating and at times haunting insight into ancient Roman life. First up, your guide will lead you through the streets of Pompeii and show you the richly decorated villas of the Roman upper classes as well as public spaces such as the Forum. See the remains of temples and villas and stroll along cobbled streets still rutted from Roman carts.

Then, after lunch, we'll head to the archaeological site of Herculaneum. Andrea says, ‘Walking through Pompeii is like stepping into a busy city of the past, with its grand public buildings and lively streets, while exploring Herculaneum feels like strolling through a luxurious private estate, with lavish villas and intricate mosaics, boat houses and marble floors.' Following your guide through the ancient town, you'll learn about the tragic demise of Herculaneum, destroyed by a fast-moving pyroclastic flow of hot gas and volcanic mud.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Admission fees
  • check Lunch
  • check Audio headset guide
What to remember
  • You can't take any bag larger than 30x30x15cm into Pompeii or Herculaneum – there's a free-of-charge cloakroom where you can leave belongings
  • Transport may be from a predetermined pick-up location
  • Groups for the visit to the archaeological sites will be a maximum of 35 guests, but transport to them may be in coaches holding more passengers
  • On the first Sunday of each month, entrance to the archaeological sites is free of charge – this has already been deducted from the price on the relevant dates
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 279 reviews from verified customers

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  • Kaz

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled with family

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Excellent guide Ralph offered insightful knowledge in all topics

  • DEJ

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guide Raphael was excellent. Knowledgeable and experienced. The pace was spot on and he knew how to avoid the crowds without missing out.

  • Lizzie65

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    The lunch was very pleasant and tasty. Guides were good, but some better than others. Cynthia and Luigi are fabulous. The other guide repeated a lot b ...

  • SueB

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Dawn H

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The lunch felt like a surprising luxury. The sites were incredible to see although it was a lot of walking over uneven ground on a hot day. I felt a s ...

  • Graham

    From United States of America - October 2024

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    The tour guides were very informative regarding both sites and local areas. The time was limited on arrive and departure to the sites, to get a drink ...

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