Herculaneum & Pompeii with Wine Tasting and Easy Lunch

Tour description

Discover in one day the amazing sites of Pompeii & Herculaneum , both destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius of 79 AD. Two sites, two stories, two experiences. So similar yet so very different! The tour starts with pick-up at your accommodation/meeting point, stop in Herculaneum and guided visit.

Herculaneum has been preserved like no other site in the world, not even nearby Pompeii. The city was buried beneath 16 meters of ash and mud during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, and this layer of detritus saved two-story domus homes with the internal architecture and décor intact, including features in wood and marble, decorations, jewelry, and even organic remains like food, providing a unique view into the daily lives of the ancient population of Herculaneum.

After that, transfer to the Vineyard “Cantine Sorrentino” for an easy lunch. In the early afternoon the visit will continue to Pompeii.

Pompeii preserved ancient Roman city in Campania at the southeastern base of Mount Vesuvius. Pompeii supported between 10,000 and 20,000 inhabitants at the time of its destruction, the ruins at Pompeii were first discovered late in the 16th century by the architect Domenico Fontana, work did not begin at Pompeii until 1748, and in 1763 an inscription “Rei publicae Pompeianorum” was found that identified the site as Pompeii. The work at these towns in the mid-18th century marked the start of the modern science of archaeology. The circumstances of their destruction preserved their remains as a unique document of Greco-Roman lifePompeiiHerculaneum, and Torre Annunziata were collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997. Departure in the morning with comfortable air-conditioned minibus to Pompeii and guided tour of the archaeological site. Transfer back by Minivan to your accommodation/meeting point.
Finishing time approx. 05:30 pm.

Included in your tour

  • Transfer from and back your hotel/meeting point
  • Travel by minibus with air conditioning (max 20 people on board)
  • Guided tour of Pompeii (about 2 hours) with an official archaeological guide
  • Guided tour of Herculaneum (about 2 hours) with an official archaeological guide
  • Wine tasting and easy lunch at “Cantine Sorrentino”
  • Entrance fee to Pompeii
  • Entrance fee to Herculaneum

Not included

Don't Forget

  • Camera
  • Comfortable footwear
  • Water, sun protection and hat
  • Identity card & Green Pass

Additional Information

  • Take passport to obtain free or reduced admission where possible.
  • The order of the itinerary may vary, depending of traffic, special events and weather conditions.
  • Limited wheelchair and buggy access.

General Conditions

  • The company offers free pickup/drop off service in scheduled hotels if possible.
  • On reservation it is possible to arrange pickup/drop off in other partners hotel.
  • All the excursions are guaranteed in English
  • Lexa Viaggi is not responsible for the loss of personal belongings.

The duration of the tour may change, according to traffic and weather conditions, and other reasons not depending on our company.

Cancellations and Responsibilities

For cancellations of any excursions given at least 24 hours prior to departure, a total refund will be given, less cancellation costs. No refund of any kind will be made to clients who miss departure or abandon the excursion once started. Lexa Viaggi whilst acting as intermediary between the travelers transport carriers and the hotel cannot be held responsible for any accident, delay and irregularity or loss of baggage and personal belongings, or any damage suffered by passengers by a third part or by “force majeure”, food, landslides, strikes, earth tremors.

Lexa Viaggi cannot be held responsible for any accidents or damage that may be caused by the explosive activity of the Volcano Vesuvius.

The excursion program is insured according to the art. 20 of the Italian law (17.03.1995)

From €149

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