You booked this experience
Make your trip unforgettable

Pompeii Private & Personalized Tour with archeology expert guide

72 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 72 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Pompeii, Italy
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 18 (0) days in advance.

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 4 more
French, German, Italian, Spanish
Instant confirmation

Overview

Start your journey by taking a peek at grand buildings, elite residences and shops that line the most important street in Pompeii, Street of Abundance. This bustling walkway leads to the Forum – an enormous piazza and hub of daily Roman life. Snap pictures of the impressive centaur statue and ancient columns. From here, you’ll see the basilica, marketplace and temples dedicated to Apollo, Jupiter and Venus – ask your guide to focus on any particular interests.

Despite being buried under ash for over 2000 years, you can picture the Romans socialising in the bathing areas or cooking at the Thermopolia. ‘These small shops served hot food for the lower classes whose houses rarely had kitchens’, says local guide Francesca. Pompeii’s amphitheatre is definitely something to shout about. It was built to accommodate over 20,000 people and is even older than the Colosseum in Rome. Francesca adds ‘Discovering Pompeii is like leafing through the pages of a history book.’

What's Included

  • Headset provided for groups of more than 6 pax
  • 2-hour private tour
  • Skip-the-line admission tickets
  • Gratuities
See 1 moreSee 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Esedra
80045 Pompei NA, Italy

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Pompeii Archaeological Park

You will visit the archaeological site of Pompeii at your own pace. Below you will see description of the main attractions during the visit:
Read more

2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Quadriporticus of the theatres (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more

Teatro Grande (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more

Via dell’Abbondanza (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more

Terme del Foro (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more

Casa del Menandro (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more

Basilica (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more

Temple of Giove - Excavations (pass by)

Guided tour
Read more
Show 7 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and bring along a hat and a bottle of water.
  • You can't bring any large bags and backpacks inside the site. You can leave them at the entrance, where a free cloakroom service is available. You can retrieve them at the end of your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii Private & Personalized Tour with archeology expert guide?

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.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-39613P189

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.00
72 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 72 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
72
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 18 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

This experience combines the two archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, famous for the eruption of Mount Vesuvius happened in 79 AD. Join the guide …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

This experience combines the two archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, famous for the eruption of Mount Vesuvius happened in 79 AD. Join the guide...

6 to 11 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,828)
from
$73

Vacation Photographer in Ravello

Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in …More

Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in...

30 minutes
5.0 (2)
from
$285

Explore Pompeii: Private Tour, Wine Tasting & Lunch

Meeting Point: Porta Marina Superiore, 9:30 AM Explore the amazing ruins of Pompeii on this private guided tour. Pompeii is one of the most remarkable …More

Meeting Point: Porta Marina Superiore, 9:30 AM Explore the amazing ruins of Pompeii on this private guided tour. Pompeii is one of the most remarkable...

4 hours
5.0 (102)
from
$108

Capri Boat Tour Shared with Local Captain

Experience the charm of the island of Capri on an unforgettable tour. Sail along the coast, visiting the most iconic places and hidden corners surrounding …More

Experience the charm of the island of Capri on an unforgettable tour. Sail along the coast, visiting the most iconic places and hidden corners surrounding...

8 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (14)
from
$365

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Pompeii Private Tour with an Archaeologist and Skip The Line - 3 hours

Pompeii is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and it's one of the biggest archaeological sites in the world. Our 3-hrs tour is …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Pompeii is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and it's one of the biggest archaeological sites in the world. Our 3-hrs tour is...

3 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (748)
from
$284

Skip the Line Guided Tour of Pompeii Led by an Archaeologist

Join our guides in this amazing 2 hours walking tour into the ruins of the archaeological site of Pompeii. You will be led by a …More

Join our guides in this amazing 2 hours walking tour into the ruins of the archaeological site of Pompeii. You will be led by a...

2 hours Free Cancellation
5.0 (718)
from
$91

Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

This experience combines the two archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, famous for the eruption of Mount Vesuvius happened in 79 AD. Join the guide …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

This experience combines the two archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, famous for the eruption of Mount Vesuvius happened in 79 AD. Join the guide...

6 to 11 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (1,828)
from
$73

Pompeii Vineyard Escape: Private Wine Tasting & Lunch

Enjoy a unique guided tour lasting about 15 minutes, inside a historical scenario, around the 4 hectares of property of Bosco de' Medici Winery, close …More

Enjoy a unique guided tour lasting about 15 minutes, inside a historical scenario, around the 4 hectares of property of Bosco de' Medici Winery, close...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (338)
from
$63

What's Included

Activity name

  • Headset provided for groups of more than 6 pax
  • 2-hour private tour
  • Skip-the-line admission tickets
  • Friendly local guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Please note that the archaeological area is not fully accessible to disabled people
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and bring along a hat and a bottle of water.
  • You can't bring any large bags and backpacks inside the site. You can leave them at the entrance, where a free cloakroom service is available. You can retrieve them at the end of your visit.
  • After checkout, you will receive the name and contact information of your guide
  • For visitors in wheelchairs, a dedicated route is available, starting from Porta Anfiteatro through via dell'Abbondanza, where the theaters and the forum can be visited
  • This is a private tour for a group up to 10 guests. Tell the guide what you want and let them focus on your interests

Report Product Issue

Activity name