A Private Tour of Herculaneum to visit the archaeological site.
There will be no other guides besides me and you are guaranteed to be with an archaeological guide. After the experience, you can stay on the site until closing and continue exploring the beauties with the advice I will give you.
Experience Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius, and Pompeii on a private day tour from Naples, blending ancient history with natural wonder
Herculaneum: Explore the well-preserved streets of Herculaneum, once a luxury retreat for Roman elites. Admire vibrant mosaics, visit ancient villas, and discover the unique charm of this archaeological site buried under volcanic mud
Mount Vesuvius: Ascend to the crater of Mount Vesuvius, the legendary volcano. Walk along the crater’s edge and enjoy breathtaking views of Naples and the Bay. Experience the thrill of standing atop one of the world’s most iconic active volcanoes
Pompeii: Wander through the vast ruins of Pompeii, the city frozen in time by Vesuvius’s eruption. Explore ancient streets, grand villas, and public spaces like the Forum, gaining insight into daily Roman life before the disaster
Travel in comfort with an English-speaking driver. Book your private tour with Di Sarno Car Service for a memorable journey through history and nature.
Get the chance to visit the site of Herculaneum being guided by an Archaeologist.
Get to know more about this ancient Roman city, inhabited by merchants and nobility, whose life ended dramatically fast in 79 AD. The guide will show you the waterfront where more than 300 remains of people trying to escape by sea were found, but also the Samnite house, the thermal baths, the Temple of the Augustales, the forum, the house of Neptune and Amphitrite, the Gymnasium, the house of the wooden partition and much more.
You will get an intense experience: you can see not only stone, marble and ceramics left, but also carbonized wood and even more exquisite paintings and mosaics than in Pompei.
Herculaneum was destroyed by a much more powerful force which instantly burnt all wood and buried the city under a thick layer which didn’t let the air go through and cause decay.
Pretty famous at the time, as historians have preserved into their reports, the small city of Herculaneum, settled at the Volcano Vesuvius slopes, had been buried during the Vulcanic burst dated 79 A.C.
Despite the centuries and the new urban settlements, 2000 years after that awful disaster you have the chance to move around the city and walk on the original stoned pavements.
The private guide will show you the highlights of the Roman city while listening in details to our ancestors’ customs and traditions. Among the must see of the site, your will visit the "Palestra" (gym) and the houses whose walls are decorated with spectacular frescoes such as Casa di Nettuno e Anfritrite, Casa dello Scheletro, Casa dell'Alcova e Casa del salone nero.
Skip the line and join our guides in this amazing 2.5 hours private walk into one of the most famous archaeological sites of the Campania region.
Experience ancient history and natural wonders on a full-day trip from Naples, visiting Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius, and Pompeii.
Herculaneum: Explore this elite Roman city, preserved under volcanic mud since 79 AD. Walk through its streets, admire ancient villas, and see vibrant mosaics that offer a rare glimpse into the past.
Vesuvius: Head to the crater of the iconic volcano. Hike to the rim, enjoy panoramic views of Naples and the Bay, and experience the thrill of standing atop the legendary Mount Vesuvius.
Pompeii: Conclude your tour at the famous ruins of Pompeii. Wander through ancient streets, discover well-preserved buildings, and immerse yourself in daily life before the devastating eruption.
Travel in comfort with guided insights, free time at each site, and convenient pickup from Naples. Book your unforgettable journey with Di Sarno Car Service to explore Herculaneum, Vesuvius, and Pompeii in one seamless day.
You will visit the second most famous Roman ruins in the world in the city of Herculaneum
After a long sleep,Vesuvius woke up on the 24th of August od 79 AD. This eruption was apocalyptic, since it destroyed the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and
Herculaneum was discovered in XVIII century
This full-day tour of the World Heritage Sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum begins with a pick-up in Naples and a transfer by bus to the ruins of Pompeii. There will be a tour assistant on the bus during this part of the excursion.
On arriving in Pompeii you’ll meet your guide and then explore the ruins for around 2 hours. Your guide will show you the traditions and daily life of ancient Pompeii inhabitants. You’ll see the large theater, the necropolis, the thermal baths, and some of the amazing houses that were owned by the richest residents. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, head to Herculaneum where you’ll have the chance to explore the ruins on your own. It’s possible to observe the daily life of the population here even more detailed than in Pompeii, as the mud and volcanic debris that covered the city preserved the structures and artifacts of Herculaneum.
