Pompeii, Herculaneum & Wine Tour, with Licensed Guide included
You will visit the ruins of Pompeii for 2 hours with guide Pompeii was destroyed and completely buried, during a long catastrophic eruption of the volcano Vesuvius which extended for two days in 79 AD. The volcano collapsed the tallest roof tiles and buried Pompeii under 25 feet of ash and pumice, and was lost for nearly 1700 years before its chance rediscovery in 1748. Since then, its excavations have provided extraordinarily detailed insight into the life of a city at the height of the Roman Empire You will visit the ruins of Herculaneum for 2 hour with guide Herculaneum was founded by the Oschi, an Italic tribe of the eighth century BC, and later became part of the Etruscan and Samnite dominions. Under the control of the Romans, the city was a renowned seaside resort where some of the wealthiest Roman citizens spent their summer holidays You will visit the Cantina del Vesuvio on the slopes of Mont Vesuvius and you will taste the food and wine specialties of the Campania region
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Pompeii, Herculaneum & Wine Tour, with Licensed Guide included
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What's included in Pompeii, Herculaneum & Wine Tour, with Licensed Guide included
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pompeii Archaeological Park
From the pick up point to Pompeii there is 1 hour drive. Stop at: You will visit the ruins of Pompeii for 2 hours with an official licensed guide (we will arrange an excellent one on your behalf). Pompeii was destroyed, and completely buried, during a long catastrophic eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius spanning two days in AD 79. The volcano collapsed higher roof-lines and buried Pompeii under 25 feet of ash and pumice, and it was lost for nearly 1700 years before its accidental rediscovery in 1748. Since then, its excavation has provided an extraordinarily detailed insight into the life of a city at the height of the Roman Empire. Today, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Italy. Duration: 2 hours
From Pompeii to Herculaneum there are 30 minutes drive Stop At: Parco Acheologico di Ercolano, Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano Italy You will visit the ruins of Herculaneum with an official licensed guide (we will arrange an excellent one on your behalf). Herculaneumwas was most founded by the Oscans, an Italic tribe of the 8th century BC, and later became part of both the Etruscan and Samnite dominions. Under control of the Romans, the city was a renowned seaside resort where some of the richest Roman citizens passed their summer vacations. Unlike neighboring Pompeii, the citizens of Herculaneum were suffocated to death by poisonous fumes rather than buried under heavy ash. The town was partially buried by a thick layer of mud (50 feets) and Lava. Duration: 2 hours
From Herculaneum to Cantina del Vesuvio there are 30 minutes drive. Stop At: Cantina del Vesuvio Winery Russo Family, Via Panoramica, 15, 80040 Trecase NA, Italy You will visit the winery Cantina del Vesuvio where you will join an outstanding view at the feet of Mount Vesuvius and taste the food specialties of the Campania region accompanied with the famous wine called Lacryma Christy (tears of Christ). Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Licensed guide in Herculaneum (private tour of 2 hours)
- English Speaking Driver
- Mercedes Air-conditioned Vehicle
- Licensed guide in Pompeii (private tour of 2 hours)
- Gratuities
- Lunch & Wine Tour at Winery Lunch (45 Euros per person or 35 Euros for Kids under 18 years old)
- Entrance Tickets for Pompeii Ruins Eur 19,00 ( free for kids up to 18 years old)
- Entrance Tickets Herculaneum Ruins Eur 16,00 ( free for Kids up to 18 years old)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Pompeii & Herculaneum archeological ruins are not fully accessible to wheelchair users
- It is difficult to visit the ruins with a stroller
- This is a Private Tour and Activity. Only your group will participate
- Wine tasting is not allowed below 18 years old.
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Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
ITINERARY: This is a typical for this product. The tour starts from one place within the 50km radius around Sorrento. Traveler pickup is offered: From All Ports, From Naples Train Station, Salerno Train Station, From Napoli Airport, From Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport, From All Train Station From Hotels, Villas, b&b, Air b&b, Home Vacation, Apartment (if the travelers stay in an apartment they have to comunicate us the exact address). No multiple meeting point.
