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Among the most visited sites in Italy, Pompeii was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The site is an example of how everyday life was lived in ancient Rome in the 1st century AD, before the city was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius. This guided tour will allow you to discover public buildings, private houses, the two theaters, the brothel, the spa and the termopolium. Take Via dell'Abbondanza, the busiest street in the city, with important houses and shops. Visit the huge amphitheater, built to accommodate up to 20,000 people, admire the beautiful well-preserved frescoes and marble decorations that tell the life of the Romans in the 1st century AD Follow your guide to observe the petrified inhabitants who were surprised by the eruption and found themselves clinging to each other for protection. Along the way, your guide will show you the typical electoral posters inscribed on the walls throughout the city.

Pompeii is the most famous ancient town in the world that was covered by ashes of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.C. and has been captivating archaeologists and visitors from all over the world since excavations began. You’ll see Mt. Vesuvius from a distance, walk through the extensive ruins of Pompeii, and gain knowledge and understanding of everyday life in the ancient times. Entrance tickets are included. After the morning visit to Pompeii, you will drive along the coast to the most important town of Sorrento, where you enjoy rest of your morning seeing the main town which has the most magnificent view of the bay of Naples and enjoy a typical local lunch. The day continues with a drive along the coast of Amalfi to Positano, the most beautiful seaside village of the coast, where you can spend the afternoon shopping, photography and simply strolling the narrow streets of this charming villages before heading back to the port.

Explore the lush countryside, beautiful hillsides, and picturesque scenery of the Amalfi Coast on this private all-day tour. This itinerary includes the main towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle. Pickup from the airport can be arranged. Stop along the way to grab food or snap some photos.

Discover the sights, sounds and colors of the spectacular Amalfi coast. This full day excursion with a professional driver allows you to make numerous photo stops along the way and to visit the cities of Pomepi, Sorrento, Positano. This is the best choice for those who are short on time. The best way to visit the Amalfi Coast is to travel in a comfortable, luxury car. So you can truly enjoy the beauty of this unforgettable place. On the Amalfi Coast, everything seems almost suspended between sky and sea. Pickup service from Naples, Salerno, Sorrento, Pompeii, Caserta and the Amalfi Coast.

Visiting one of the most important archaeological parks in the world with expert eyes, of those who live and study it daily is a unique experience, like a journey back in time. But above all you gentlemen you are on vacation and beyond the historical and artistic notions what will never be missing will be the humor (the Neapolitan one) that will relax the tones and make the day even more unique!

Discover more of the ancient world on this day trip from Rome to Pompeii. Enjoy skip-the-line access to this UNESCO World Heritage Site and travel there in comfort, in a private car. Your guide — an archaeology and art history expert — will make this Pompeii private tour one to remember. See all the highlights of Pompeii and discover the story of Mount Vesuvius' awful eruption. Walk over the cobbled streets toward the Roman Forum, passing fast-food shops and Grand Villas on your way. See astonishing examples of Ancient Roman art, including dazzling mosaics and brilliant frescoes. Your expert guide will explain the fascinating history behind each sight. Wander through the open-air theaters and Roman bathhouses which made civic life here so rich. You'll discover all the refinement of Ancient Rome and, then, gain an insight into their sinful desires in the brothel. Finally, see the moving plaster casts of those who died here, stuck in time, still in Vesuvius' shadow.

This tour includes the visit of places off the beaten paths led by Professional Local Tourist guides authorized by the Authorities of Campania Region. This guarantee the highest professionalism of our team.

Visit the ruins of the Ancient city of Pompeii, one of the largest archaeological areas ever known and listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Follow your guide on the lava-stoned path at the discovery of the highlights of the Roman urbe. As you will see, even though the Vesuvius eruption has put an end to the history of the city, the lava and ashes layers have helped preserving its structure through the centuries. This journey into the past will let you get in touch with the ancient behaviour and costumes of the Pompeian people, and the splendour of the city will revive under your eyes. Starting from the gymnasium, you will pass in via dell’Abbondanza, enter the Theatres, walk by the Temple of Isis, the magnificent House of Menander, the spectacular Baths and, last but not the least, you will enter the Forum passing by the Lupanariae.

Pompeii may be a stark reminder of the destructive power of volcanoes, but it’s also a virtual photograph of daily life more than 2,000 years ago. From the grooves worn into the streets by passing carriages to the soaring temples in the Forum, from the humble food stalls to the villas decorated with frescoes and mosaics—there’s no site that offers a more engrossing experience of life in an ancient Roman city than Pompeii. Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site with a guide is vital, as the ruins can be hard for the untrained eye to interpret.

The Oplontis villa is located within the modern city of Torre Annunziata, about three kilometers from the ancient Pompeii. It takes the name of Villa Poppaea, Nero's wife, thanks to a parietal graffiti that bears the name. It is a huge villa with about ninety rooms, which was built along the coast of Campania and preserves the most extraordinary frescoes found in the Vesuvian area. The guided tour starts from the northern garden, continues in the spa area and in all the southern areas with striking frescoes in II and III style. Through a wide and long corridor you pass to the eastern peristyle surrounded by finely decorated rooms, at the center of which was built a huge swimming pool surrounded by bronze and marble statues. The structure of the villa has about 90 rooms, a huge 70-meter swimming pool overlooked by representative rooms frescoed with paintings that probably merged with planted plant elements.

Disembark from your cruise ship in Naples and set off along the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast on this full-day shore excursion. Shop and enjoy sightseeing while on the Amalfi Coast, then swing by the lively resort town of Sorrento, where highlights include the 12th-century Chiesa di San Francesco church. Finally, tuck into a delicious 3-course lunch at a local farmhouse and sample fresh, regional produce, accompanied by Italian wines.

Enjoy a visit to the breathtaking seaside region of Campania and visit the ancient Roman city of Pompeii for a glimpse into life in an Ancient Roman city, savor the authentic flavors of Sorrento where the people are warm and friendly, and experience the beauty of the seaside town of Positano where the colors and perfume of the wisterias will have your head swirling! All in the comfort of your own private deluxe vehicle driven by your personal English speaking driver who will help make your visit an unforgettable experience you will treasure for life. PLEASE NOTE Your driver is NOT a licensed tour guide. This is as Tour By Car with only an English Speaking Driver (it does NOT include Tour Guides or Walking Tours). To comply with italian strict laws, drivers are obliged to remain with the vehicle while guests sightsee on their own away from the vehicle. Driver will wait for you with the vehicle while you SELF TOUR.

Skip the long lines to discover the ruins of shops, houses and streets and discover hidden treasures that many other tours miss. Travel back in time to the days of the Roman Empire and get details of the technical, artistic and historical aspects of a city destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Don’t miss out on Pompeii if you’re traveling between Naples and Sorrento. With this private transfer and Pompeii package, you can travel comfortably between Naples and Sorrento, and fit in a sightseeing break at Pompeii too. This means you can tick off a world-renowned archaeological site and truly make the most of limited time in Italy.

On your walking tour of Pompeii, you will discover hundreds of statues of gods, oil lamps, necklaces, gladiator helmets, aqueduct and drainage pipes, beds and even engravings over the door of the grocers’ shops petrified forever. Most moving of all is the lovers’ last kiss, destined to last forever.

When Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79, it was such a sudden event that the volcanic ash completely encapsulated the city. Today, the excavated site is one of the most preserved ancient Roman towns and gives visitors insight into what life was like 2,000 years ago. Join a small group and explore Pompeii’s main highlights such as the brothel, the bakery, and the forum.

Perfect tour for history lovers! Travel back in time and discover the remnants of Pompeii city, along with the beautiful mosaics and frescos in the Archaeological Museum of Naples. Your private guide at your disposal for the day will accompany you to the Archaeological Museum of Naples, helping you to understand better the multitudes of artefacts and antiques ranging from Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Renaissance periods that you will admire. Afterwards, you will explore together the ancient ruins of Pompeii, and unveil all its mysteries as you walk on the original beaten path of this ancient Roman town which was literally covered in lava and ashes by the sudden eruption of the nearby volcano, Mt. Vesuvius, in 79 a.D.

Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites and among the most visited destinations in Italy. Our Pompeii and Amalfi Coast shore excursion highlights the best the region has to offer from the impressive ancient city of and archaeological park of Pompeii, to lunch by the sea in enchanting Sorrento and a stroll through the charming seaside village of Positano. All traveling comfortably in our Deluxe Mercedes Vehicles.

Tour Pompeii, a Unesco heritage site and the second most visited site in Rome. Your guide will take you through Pompeii archaeological park and tell you the story of how it was brought back to life after Mount Vesuvius of 79 A.C’s eruption. Then, you’ll explore the houses, shops, brothels, squares, and human figures preserved after centuries of archaeological excavation.

Mount Vesuvius is most famous for its 79 AD eruption but the volcanic soil has also made it a great place to grow grapes. On this private tour, head to the ancient volcano from Pompeii and enjoy an organic wine tasting right on the slopes of the mountain. Then, feast on a delicious 3-crouse meal of regional dishes.

Discover two of the world’s best-preserved ancient cities on this private shore excursion to Pompeii and Ercolano, departing from the port of Naples. Save time with skip-the-line admission, guaranteeing you no-wait entry to both archaeological sites. Listen to in-depth commentary from your own private guide as you wander ancient streets, buried millennia ago in volcanic ash.

The tour includes the antiquarium and the Villa Regina. Tour dedicated to whom is looking for a deeper knowledge about the roman every day life.

During this walking tour, you will get to see some of the most popular tourist attractions of Pompei along with a local- professional guide who will be exclusively with you. The walking tour would last for about two hours and can be customized accordingly to your taste and preferences. The tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending upon availability. In case of any special request, please do let us know and we would try our best to accommodate accordingly.

Enjoy a private full-day shore excursion that allows you to explore the Amalfi coast when your cruise ship docks in Naples or nearby ports. Travel along one of the most scenic coastal roads in Italy to reach picturesque Positano. Continue to Amalfi where you can see highlights such as the Cattedrale di Sant’Andrea (Amalfi Cathedral) and discover the lovely town of Ravello, known for its annual summer music festival. Expect to hear informative commentary from your driver-guide and regular stops for photo ops.