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Pompeii: Exclusive Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist

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| Pompeii, Italy
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Overview

You have the chance to visit the ancient city of Pompeii with a native archaeologist. Walk through Pompeii and learn about the history of this city. This is the highlight tour you cannot miss once in Pompeii.

Please be aware that our price does not include the entry tickets, which can be easily purchased online.

What's Included

  • Exclusive Private Tour
  • Guided tour of Pompeii with an archaeologist
  • Licensed, top rated, English-speaking local Guide
  • Entry ticket to Pompeii
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Meeting Location

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Via Mare
80045 Pompei NA, Italy

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Casa del Menandro

House of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents, and covers a large area of about 1,800 square metres (19,000 sq ft) occupying most of its insula
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)

The Stabian Baths are an ancient Roman bathing complex in Pompeii, Italy, the oldest and the largest of the 5 public baths in the city. Their original construction dates back to ca. 125 BC, making them one of the oldest bathing complexes known from the ancient world.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lupanar

This is a brothel in the Ancient Roman city of Pompeii. It is of particular interest for the erotic paintings on its walls.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Casa del Fauno

The House of the Faun (Italian: Casa del Fauno), constructed in the 2nd century BC during the Samnite period (180 BC), was a grand Hellenistic palace that was framed by peristyle in Pompeii, Italy.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Teatro Grande

The biggest Theatre in Pompeii
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Via dell’Abbondanza

The best preserved street in Pompeii
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Foro de Pompeya

This was the most important square of the city
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii: Exclusive Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii: Exclusive Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist?
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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Exclusive Private Tour.
  • Guided tour of Pompeii with an archaeologist.
  • Licensed, top rated, English-speaking local Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entry ticket to Pompeii.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

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
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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?
A:

Accessibility information for the Pompeii: Exclusive Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Pompeii: Exclusive Private Walking Tour with an Archaeologist 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.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Exclusive Private Tour
  • Guided tour of Pompeii with an archaeologist
  • Licensed, top rated, English-speaking local Guide
  • Entry ticket to Pompeii

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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