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Pompeii and Herculaneum led by an Archaeologist with private transport

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7 hours (approx.)
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Overview

This tour consists of a marvelous walk in the company of a competent archaeologist and professional guide through the ancient Roman cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii, buried by the ashes of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Relax in comfortable transportation in a private minivan.

A visit to Herculaneum offers a unique experience; although smaller than Pompeii, it is much better preserved. Buried under 20 meters of mud, it still retains second stories, carbonized wooden objects, intact paintings, and mosaics. With our guide's detailed explanations, the city will come to life before your eyes.

Pompeii, on the other hand, provides a more extensive exploration. Walking through its streets, you will feel as though the town is still alive. Your guide will share the fascinating history of the city and illustrate how the Romans lived, leading you to the most significant public buildings and private houses.

Itinerary may be subject to change

What's Included

  • Herculaneum entry tickets - 'Pompei Express' entry tickets
  • Admission ticket 'Pompeii Express'
  • Hotel/port pick up and drop off
  • Meals and personal expenses (not obliged to stop)
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Pick at the cruise port , train station, airport, or at your accommodation in Naples, Salerno, Sorrento or Amalfi Coast.

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Archaeological Park of Herculaneum

Pick up at your accommodation in Naples, Salerno, Sorrento or Amalfi Coast. Start your tour meeting your tour guide at the ticket office of Herculaneum ruins
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

House of the Deer

The house receives its name from marble statues of stags/deer found in the peristyle.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo

M. Nonius Balbus was the city's major benefactor restoring and building many public buildings. On his death he was made patron and feted with many honours, detailed in the long inscription on his funeral altar.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

College of the Augustales

It is thought that the building was a centre of the cult of the Emperor Augustus and the headquarters of the Collegium Augustalium (or possibly even the local curia).
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Thermae

The Central Thermae were built around the beginning of the 1st century AD and were divided, as was then the common practice, into men's and women's baths, each with their own separate entrances.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Casa del Rilievo di Telefo

The house possibly belonged to one of the town's leading benefactors, Marcus Nonius Balbus and is somewhat unusual in that it has its own private access to the adjoining Suburban Thermae to the south.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House of the Skeleton

The House of the Skeleton probably the aggregation of three smaller buildings, derives its name from the discovery of human remains in a second floor room in 1831.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House of the Black Salon

The House of the Black Hall is one of Herculaneum's more luxurious mansions.The house has a monumental entrance which still retains the carbonised remains of the doorposts and lintel.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno

It is very important house for the elegant wooden partition remained.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Casa Sannitica

The house has an arrangement that was typical of the Samnites (an ancient people of the Sabine race who occupied this mountainous part of central Italy). The splendid atrium is skirted by a gallery with Ionic columns. The rooms are decorated with frescoes.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Casa del Bel Cortile

This is one of the most original houses in Herculaneum. It has a courtyard with a stairway and a stone balcony instead of an atrium.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House of the Grand Portal

Beautiful domus in the Centre of the archaeological area, with various environments, collonnati, frescos e-com everywhere at Herculaneum-charred remains of wooden parts.Drop off at your accommodation in Naples, Salerno, Sorrento or Amalfi Coast.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pompeii Archaeological Park

Free time to have lunch on your own, then continue your tour visiting Pompeii Ruins
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lupanar

Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Foro de Pompeya

Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Via dell’Abbondanza (pass by)

Walk through the main street of Pompeii
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Granaries of the Forum

In the granary you will see marble tables and baths for fountains that adorned the entrances of houses and some casts of victims of the eruption as well as that of a dog and a tree.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Basilica

Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

These occupy a vast area between the Brothel lane, the Holconius crossroads and the Via Stabiana. They represent the oldest thermal complex in the city
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House of Menander

The house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

House of the Faun

The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Teatro Grande

Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Odeon - Teatro Piccolo (pass by)

Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In the summer NO flip flops.
  • Best to bring sunglasses, sunscreen and water.
  • Lunch stop in between Herculaneum and Pompeii (not obliged to stop)

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii and Herculaneum led by an Archaeologist with private transport?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-23258P26

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii and Herculaneum led by an Archaeologist with private transport?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Herculaneum entry tickets - 'Pompei Express' entry tickets.
  • Admission ticket 'Pompeii Express'.
  • Hotel/port pick up and drop off.
  • Transportation by private Minivan and a professional driver.
  • Guidance and assistance for the entire tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals and personal expenses (not obliged to stop).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Pompeii and Herculaneum led by an Archaeologist with private transport is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Pompeii and Herculaneum led by an Archaeologist with private transport will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Herculaneum entry tickets - 'Pompei Express' entry tickets
  • Admission ticket 'Pompeii Express'
  • Hotel/port pick up and drop off
  • Transportation by private Minivan and a professional driver
  • Guidance and assistance for the entire tour
  • Meals and personal expenses (not obliged to stop)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suggested comfortable shoes.
  • In the summer NO flip flops.
  • Best to bring sunglasses, sunscreen and water.
  • Lunch stop in between Herculaneum and Pompeii (not obliged to stop)
  • Herculaneum ruins' entry tickets: 16 euros (adult) 2 euros (EU citizens 18-25 y.o.)

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