The eruption of the volcano in 79 AD destroyed and buried Pompeii but, after the catastrophe, its ruins were found almost perfectly preserved under layers of volcanic ash. In fact, thousands of years later, you can still explore the ghostly streets and enter inside houses, public buildings and restaurants. During the tour, together with our licensed guides, you will get a vivid picture of life in the last days before the eruption. Departure from Sorrento, approximately 8:00 am, direction Pompeii archaeological excavations, guided tour of approximately 2 hours and return to Sorrento.
● Half-day tour to Pompeii from Sorrento ● Visit the excavated ruins of an ancient city buried by volcanic ash ● Learn the history of Pompeii and its discovery from a licensed guide ● See the well-preserved remnants of homes, baths, bakeries, frescoes, and more ● Hear about the fateful eruption of Mt. Vesuvius that destroyed the city ●Includes round-trip transportation by bus
Sorrento will be your starting point! Departure from Sorrento in Lauro Square by our meeting point - "Bar Kontatto" at Corso Italia, 257
The ruins of Pompeii are a vast archaeological site in the southern Campania region, near the coast of the Gulf of Naples. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The preserved site features remains of excavated streets and houses that visitors can freely explore.
The Civil Forum represents the center of the daily life of the city, all the main public buildings for the administration of the city and justice, for the management of business, for commercial activities, such as markets, overlook it, in addition to the main places of city worship.
You will make your own way to the meeting points
For the information about the meeting point and time, please check WhatsApp and your e-mail (spam folder as well).