About this experience
This jewel near Naples, in Campania, which lets you travel back in time, has long held the record as the most visited place in the world. Thanks to the site’s perfect state of preservation, we know in detail what life was like in Pompeii and Herculaneum before the destruction caused by the eruption of Vesuvius. The archaeological area of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Oplonti is among the 58 Italian UNESCO sites on the World Heritage List. It never ceases to amaze, giving you the opportunity to explore the extent of the commercial city of Pompeii, the fewer but better-preserved remains of the ancient town of Herculaneum, and the frescoes of the Villa Oplontis in Torre Annunziata, which portray the opulent lifestyle of the wealthy classes at the beginning of the Roman Empire. Despite the earthquake in 62 AD, most of the public buildings, baths, theatres, and shops have been reconstructed, but most notable of all are the Roman villas, a popular holiday destination.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr–13 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr–13 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Entrance tickets into the three archeological site (Pompeii, Herculaneum and Oplonti)
- Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffer
- Private licensed tour assistant
- Private licensed tour guide into the three different archeologica
Not included
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
Itinerary and highlights
Rome represents the starting point but also the end of the tour, because there will be 2 hours and half of driving time to get in Herculanum, and then 2 hours and half to come back from Pompeii to your accomodation
The excavations at Herculaneum have uncovered even better-preserved artifacts. Although many areas of the ancient city still lie buried under the modern town, there is plenty to explore through a network of 18th-century tunnels. A true open-air museum with commercial and residential buildings that seem crystallized in the distant past.
The two Roman villas in Torre Annunziata, Villa Oplontis (better known as Villa Poppea) and the Villa of Lucius Crassus Tertius, are valuable examples of suburban buildings near Pompeii. The first is a huge residence by the sea with magnificent murals, the other is a rustic dwelling with rooms dedicated to commercial activity. In short, you will be treated to an unparalleled and exceptional representation, still very much alive, of daily life in Roman times.
The Archaeological Area of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata is the only place in the world that provides a complete picture of an ancient Roman city, comprising three archaeological areas: the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum with the Villa of the Mysteries and the Villa of the Papyri, plus the Villa of Poppea and the Villa of Lucius Crassus Tertius in Torre Annunziata.
These sites have been made increasingly accessible to the public since the mid-18th century. The excavations of Pompeii, covering 44 hectares, have revealed the ancient urban neighborhoods with their Roman villas, the main forum surrounded by large buildings such as the Capitolium, the Basilica and the temples, and several public baths, theatres, and an amphitheatre. The archaeological site offers an insight into, on the one hand, the pagan world, represented by what remains of one of the richest Roman cities and, on the other, the Christian spirituality that makes it a popular pilgrimage destination.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pick up at 7:00 am at your accommodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm the pickup address. N.B.: If your accommodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick-up.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Ultimate Explora
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking inside the archeological area
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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