Pompeii and Oplontis: Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist
Embark on a fascinating journey through two remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pompeii and Oplontis. This small-group tour, led by an expert archaeologist, begins at Pompeii’s Porta Marina Superiore entrance. Over two hours, explore the western section of the ancient city, discovering the basilica, forum, macellum, thermal baths, theaters, and a beautifully preserved domus, all vividly showcasing life before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. After a short break, travel by train to Torre Annunziata to visit the luxurious Villa Poppaea in Oplontis. Enjoy a guided tour of this opulent Roman villa, featuring stunning frescoes, lavish gardens, and thermal baths, all immaculately preserved under volcanic ash. This comprehensive tour offers a deep dive into Roman history, architecture, and daily life, making it an unforgettable cultural experience.
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What's included in Pompeii and Oplontis: Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pompeii Archaeological Park
Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.
Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities
Foro de Pompeya
Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii
Inclusions
- Guided tour by an archaeologist
- Circumvesuviana one-way ticket from Pompeii to Torre Annunziata - Oplontis
- Small Group (maximum 20 people per guide)
- Headsets (for groups of 16 or more)
- 'Pompeii Express' and Oplontis entrance ticket
- Food and drinks
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issue or impairments, because of steps and ramps, little steep climb, please contact us and ask for a suitable private tour for your needs
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet the guide at the main entrance of the Pompeii ruins called Porta Marina Superiore, opposite to the Hortus restaurant. The guide will hold our tour sign to be recognized.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites are provided by the guide at the beginning of the visit
