Herculaneum-Vesuvius Guided Tour with trasportation

As an archaeologist I consider the excavations of Herculaneum a unique, exceptional site. They are the most preserved Roman remains ever. You will visit a Roman city crystallized by a violent eruption of Vesuvius that occurred in the year AD. An exciting experience that will indelibly enrich your travel experience. Herculaneum is an incredible ancient Roman city, smaller than Pompeii, but much better preserved. It was a rich city of the Empire that faced the center of the Gulf of Naples; many of his houses are superb and elegant, showing that many of his citizens had achieved good economic prosperity. Herculaneum is located on the slopes of Vesuvius and for this reason, was completely buried by about 25 meters of pyroclastic materials of the terrible eruption of Vesuvius that occurred in A. D. 79. Here you will see the incredible: wooden doors, windows, beds, other charred materials and the second floors of the houses. It is an extraordinary archaeological site that has a unique charm in the world.

Mount Vesuvius dominates the landscape of the Bay of Naples and is one of the most famous volcanoes in the world. Its fertile slopes have supported human settlements for thousands of years, while its powerful eruptions shaped the history, culture, and archaeology of southern Italy.

Itinerary

During the guided tour of Pompeii you are visiting (the order might change while we walk during this tour):

– Porta Marina Gate

– The Courthouse

– The Forum (the main square)

– The Building of Eumachia

– Via dell’Abbondanza (the main street)

– The Temple of Vespasian – The Macellum (the meat and fish market) and the Pompeian casts

– The Forum Baths

– The House of the Tragic Poet and its famous “Cave Canem” mosaic (dog mosaic)

– The House of the Faun, the House of the Vetti brothers – The Brothel

The visit to the Mount Vesuvius lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes and consists of walking around the crater where you can admire a fantastic view of the Gulf of Naples. You walk enough, it is preferable to wear running shoes. I live on the slopes of Vesuvius and for me it’s a fundamental element of the landscape, even knowing that it is the most dangerous volcano in the World.

What’s included

– Private Guide.

– Transportation by a modern Minivan and professional driver, pick up and drop off from your accomodation in the area of Naples. For the Sorrento area there is an extra cost of €70 for transport due to the greater distance.