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Pompeii & Herculaneum: Private Day Trip with Driver and Guide

6 hours

Challenging

Discover the two ancient Roman cities buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Travel with a private driver and explore both Pompeii and Herculaneum with an expert local guide.

Discover two of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the world on a private day trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum.

In the morning, depart from your hotel with your personal driver and head to Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most visited Roman site in Italy after the Colosseum in Rome. Upon arrival, meet your licensed tour guide on site and begin exploring this ancient city, which was buried under volcanic ash and debris during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Walk along the original Roman streets and learn how people lived here almost 2,000 years ago. Admire the remains of shops, houses, baths, squares and even brothels, and see the famous plaster casts of some of the victims, a powerful reminder of the force of the eruption. As you move through the ruins, your guide will bring Pompeii’s history to life with engaging explanations and stories.

After your guided tour of Pompeii, continue to Herculaneum, your second ancient city of the day. According to legend, this town was founded by Hercules himself. Smaller and more compact than Pompeii, Herculaneum is incredibly well preserved: in many areas you can still see upper floors, wooden elements and vivid frescoes and mosaics. Here you will enjoy another guided visit, discovering houses, public buildings and everyday objects that have survived the centuries.

On the way back, stop at a local workshop to see how traditional cameos are made, learning about this ancient craft that is still practiced today along the Bay of Naples. At the end of the experience, your driver will take you back to your accommodation.

A perfect tour for history lovers and curious travelers who want to dive deep into the world of ancient Rome in just one day.

What's included?
    • Private transportation with driver from/to your hotel
    • Full-day service (duration according to program – usually around 6 hours)
    • Entrance tickets to Pompeii and Herculaneum
    • Licensed local guide in Pompeii
    • Licensed local guide in Herculaneum
    • Visit to a local cameo workshop (Optional)
    • Fuel, tolls and parking fees
    Exclusions
      • Food and drinks
      • Gratuities (optional)
      • Any extra hours beyond the agreed duration
      • Additional services or activities not mentioned in “What’s Included”
      Please note
        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
        • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
        • This tour involves a significant amount of walking over uneven surfaces; comfortable shoes are recommended.
        • The order of visits (Pompeii first or Herculaneum first) may be adjusted based on traffic conditions, ticket times and site regulations.
        • The visit to the cameo workshop is subject to opening hours and availability.
        • This experience can be customized according to your pace and interests within the overall duration of the service.
        • The tour takes place in all weather conditions; we recommend bringing comfortable shoes and an umbrella. Any waiting times during tasting stops are expected and are not dependent on the organization. The guide reserves the right to modify the itinerary if necessary.

        Pompeii tickets – ID requirement

        It is mandatory for all participants to carry a valid photo ID on the day of the tour. The personal details provided at the time of booking (e.g. first and last name) must exactly match those on the ID, as Pompeii tickets are nominative and non-transferable.

        Local staff at the archaeological site are entitled to check IDs at the entrance. In case of discrepancies, spelling errors or missing information, they may refuse entry to one or more participants at their sole discretion.

        Discover Italy cannot be held responsible for any refusal of entry due to incorrect or incomplete data provided by the participants, and no refund will be due in such cases.


        Contact details and meet & greet

        To ensure smooth meet & greet operations, we strongly recommend that at least one participant provides a mobile phone number that is active and reachable in Italy (ideally the same number entered at the time of booking).

        We also highly recommend downloading and using the WhatsApp messaging app, which allows our ground staff to contact you quickly in case of any changes or difficulties in locating each other.

        Discover Italy cannot be held responsible if participants are unable to meet our staff at the agreed meeting point due to being unreachable or not answering calls/messages.

        What to bring
          • The tour takes place in all weather conditions; we recommend bringing comfortable shoes and an umbrella.

          Pompeii tickets – ID requirement

          It is mandatory for all participants to carry a valid photo ID on the day of the tour. The personal details provided at the time of booking (e.g. first and last name) must exactly match those on the ID, as Pompeii tickets are nominative and non-transferable.

          Local staff at the archaeological site are entitled to check IDs at the entrance. In case of discrepancies, spelling errors or missing information, they may refuse entry to one or more participants at their sole discretion.

          Discover Italy cannot be held responsible for any refusal of entry due to incorrect or incomplete data provided by the participants, and no refund will be due in such cases.