Pompeii & Herculaneum

Visit the archeological sites of Pompei and Herculaneum, the cities hit by the explosion of mount Vesuvius 2,000 years ago

This tour covers two icons of Italy’s archeological heritage. Pompeii was once a bustling port town and commercial hub, while Herculaneum used to be a popular holiday retreat for the ancient Roman elite. Both cities were completely destroyed by the devastating eruption of mount Vesuvio in 79 AD, which buried them under a thick layer of ashes and mud. But today, thanks to their natural preservation under the volcanic material, Pompeii and Herculaneum offer a unique glimpse into everyday life back in Roman times. Your guide will take you on a fascinating stroll through the ruins of Pompeii, which include the oldest surviving stone amphitheater of the Roman world, the ancient forum, shops, patrician houses and even the casts of some of the victims, while in Herculaneum you will see perfectly preserved wooden furniture, architectural elements and frescoes.