Overall Description
Pompeii
Filled with an abundance of history, this partially buried town offers marvelous scenery that one must personally see to believe. A must see site that will provide you with a rare and knowledgeable experience!
This ancient ruin which was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79A.D. Filled with an abundance of history, this partially buried town offers captivating scenery that one must personally see to believe. It is a must-see landmark that will provide you with a thoroughly unique experience. The licensed guide will provide you with ample historical information, showing you the highlights of the ruin. If you wish to hire one, there is an additional cost or you can explore on your own.
Herculaneum
Herculaneum – named after one of the Roman mythological heroes, Hercules – was destroyed by the 79AD eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. The slow walk across all of Ercolano will allow you to observe the moulding of civilization into this remote town. Buried by the same eruption as Pompeii, it’s now a marvellous historic site filled with an abundance of history and breathtaking views. Both these cities offer spectacular ruins, relics and interesting markings left behind by the people who did not survive the eruption.
The National Archaeological museum of Naples
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is an important destination particularly for those interested in Ancient Roman history. Its archaeological collection includes works from Greek, Roman and Renaissance times, plus Roman artefacts from nearby Pompeii, Stabiae and Herculaneum.
ITINERARY
Pompeii: This itinerary is from the starting point of Naples Area (port/hotel/train station). You will have roughly 2 hours to explore this ruin. Explore this ruin in which was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79A.D. Filled with an abundance of history, this partially buried town offers marvelous scenery that one must personally see to believe. A must see site that will provide you with a rare and knowledgeable experience.
Herculaneum: We will then proceed to Herculaneum where you will have roughly 2 hours explore. Herculneum named after one of the Roman mythological heroes, Hercules, Ercolano was destroyed by the 79AD eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. The slow walk across all of Ercolano will allow you to take part in the molding of civilization in this remote town. Buried by the same eruption was also Pompeii, now a marvelous historic site filled with an abundance of history and breathtaking views. Both these cities offer spectacular ruins, relics and interesting markings left behind by the people who did not survive Mt. Vesuvius eruption. One hour lunch in Naple and recommendation will be made by the driver.
Lunch will be discussed with the escort driver first thing in the morning. The escort driver will make recommendations/ suggestions. Reservations will be made if need so.
Final stop will be Archeological Museum. The National Archaeological museum of Naples is an important museum particularly for the Ancient Romans. Its archeological collection includes works from Greek, Roman and Renaissance times, especially Roman artifacts from nearby Pompeii, Stabiae and Herculaneum. Once done back to the pick up location or otherwise indicated.
The escort driver will return to the location pick up between the hours 4-5pm. Or otherwise agreed upon.
Important Note Regarding itinerary
If the starting point is from Sorrento Area, Amalfi Area, or Salerno Area the itinerary is as follows: Pompeii-Herculaneum-The National Archaeological museum of Naples.
- Pick up time: 8 am or as per your confirmation.
- Return time: 4-5pm or as per your confirmation.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WE RESERVE ALL RIGHTS TO CHANGE THE ORDER OF ITINERARY. IF NECESSARY AT OUR DISCRETION DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES(ENVIRONMENTAL) OR POLITICAL REASONS(STRIKE/PROTEST)
Transportation
One of our professional, knowledgeable English speaking driver guides will be waiting at pick up location (where you will be tendered) or location agreed at 8 am, or according to the agreed time. Your driver will be holding a sign with your or your party’s name on it.
- Ports (Pick up is normally 8am or otherwise agreed upon)
Our escort driver will be waiting at the gangway of your cruise ship or outside the cruise ship terminal. The escort driver will be holding up a sign with the group’s name on it. The email that accompanies the voucher you receive at the time of booking will indicate the meeting point for each specific port. We recommend that you meet onboard before exiting the ship. This way you are all together when meeting your escort driver and the tour can commence much more efficiently. Otherwise, the wait time for others will be 20minutes, after which time the tour will proceed.
Itinerary
- Pompei
- Ercolano Scavi
- Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
Pompei
Pompei, NA, ItaliaErcolano Scavi
Ercolano Scavi, Ercolano, NA, ItaliaMuseo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli, Piazza Museo, Napoli, NA, ItaliaWhat's Included
- Luxury air conditioned vehicle
- A private driver or escort guide
- Parking
- Highway tolls
- Fuel
- All taxes and driver maintenance
Not Included
- Admission fee Herculaneum(€15)
- Admission Archaeological Museum(€15)
- Gratuities range between 10-20 percent (optional but appreciated)
- No guide
- Can arrange a guide for each archaelogical site for 2hrs for the cost €150 each . We recommend a guide. As a guide can provide ample historical information. Not for the museum.
- Meals, drinks (€20-€45 depending menu order)
- Pompeii (Admission fee €19pp),admission fees to Pompeii (children younger than 18 years old enter free showing a valid ID (passport/citizenship/driver’s license)
Additional Information
- For groups of more than 8 people from Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi, Salerno we can either provide a Mercedes Sprinter minibus or multiple luxury minivans. This will depend on availability. With a minibus, you will be dropped further from the destination and you will have to walk ted location.