This one of our Best Sellers Tour. This is the Archeologic Roman Tour: discovering the most important Roman Ruins of the south of Italy. Herculaneum, Pompeii and Poppae’s Villa in Oplontis are real witness of the authentic lifestyle, archiecture and culture ofthe ancient romans. What you see in these places is what is left after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius (the Volcano) that erupted in 79 A.D. and erased down the towns. If you love history and arts you cannot miss it. (Recommended for cruise passengers)
Archeologic Tour of the Ruins Herculaneum + Oplontis + Pompeii (FullDay 8h)
Herculaneum:
This “archeological tour” itinerary is from the agreed point (port/hotel/train station).
Herculaneum
The first stop is Herculaneum, which you will have 2 hours. 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.
Oplontis:
You will have approximately an hour and a half to explore the Villa of Poppea. Oplontis is an ancient Roman seaside villa situated between Naples and Sorrento. It is also referred to as the Villa Oplontis. On this tour, you will see well-preserved frescos and small garden alcoves. Evidence suggests that it was owned by Emperor Nero and believed to have been used by his second wife Poppaea Sabin as her main residence when she was not in Rome
Lunch on demand:
Lunch will be discussed with the escort driver first thing in the morning. The escort driver will provide recommendations/suggestions. if need reservations will be made.
Pompeii:
You will have roughly 2 hours to explore 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.
(We highly recommend to hire licensed guide to have better explanation and experience with ample historical information, showing you the highlights of the ruin. Please ask in the note if you need a guide)
End of tour
The escort driver will return to the pick up location between 4-5pm. Or as a agreed upon.
Important Note Regarding itinerary
We highly recommend to hire an archeological expert full day guide to have a better comprehension. please ask in the note if interested.
If the starting point is from Sorrento Area, Amalfi Area, or Salerno Area-the itinerary is as follows: Pompeii-Oplontis-Herculaneum. Time allocation is the same. It is 8-9hr tour.
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 (STRIKES/PROTEST).
Private Tours
Included
- Luxury, private air-conditioned vehicle. English-speaking driver or escort guide. Parking, highway tolls, fuel, all taxes and driver maintenance included and 22% of italian sale tax.
Not Included
- Meals, drinks (€20-€45 depending menu order)
- Gratuities between 15/20% (optional but really appreciated)
- Pompeii (Admission fee €15pp, children younger than 18 years old enter free showing a valid ID passport/citizenship/driver’s license)
- Admission fee Oplontis (€6.50 roughly)
- Admission fee Herculaneum (€15 children younger than 18 years old enter free showing a valid ID passport/citizenship/driver’s license)
- No archeological guide is included but we highly recommend to hire, please ask in the note the price during the request for a price quote.
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 according to the agreed time (usually 8am to skip traffic). Your driver will be holding a sign with your or your party’s name on it.
From/to Naples or Sorrento or Amalfi or Salerno 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.
From/to Naples Train Station
The escort driver will be waiting at the end of the train platform where your train will be arriving at. The escort driver will be holding a sign with the name in which the reservation was reserved.
From/to Naples Capodichino Airport
The escort driver will be waiting at the arrival lobby holding a sign with the name in which the reservation was made under or otherwise stated.
From/to any Hotel
Escort driver will be waiting at the lobby of the hotel. Normally pick up is 8:30am or otherwise stated.
From/to any Resident/B&B
The escort driver will be waiting outside the main doors of the building.
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. The use of a minivan allows clients to arrive at the exact location of the destination. With a minibus, you will be dropped further from the destination and you will have to walk to the designated location.
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 (STRIKES/PROTEST).
Private Tours
Included
- Luxury, private air-conditioned vehicle. English-speaking driver or escort guide. Parking, highway tolls, fuel, all taxes and driver maintenance included and 22% of italian sale tax.
Not Included
- Meals, drinks (€20-€45 depending menu order)
- Gratuities between 15/20% (optional but really appreciated)
- Pompeii (Admission fee €15pp, children younger than 18 years old enter free showing a valid ID passport/citizenship/driver’s license)
- Admission fee Oplontis (€6.50 roughly)
- Admission fee Herculaneum (€15 children younger than 18 years old enter free showing a valid ID passport/citizenship/driver’s license)
- No archeological guide is included but we highly recommend to hire, please ask in the note the price during the request for a price quote.