Herculaneum, Pompeii & Paestum Private Tour from Rome with lunch Discount Tickets

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Overview

In 62 A.D. a violent earthquake struck the Vesuvius area. Seventeen years later, on August 24, 79 A.D., the sudden eruption of Vesuvius buried Pompeii and Herculaneum with ashes and lapillus. The buried cities were rediscovered in the 16th Century, but it was only in 1748 that the exploration phase began under the King of Naples Charles III of Bourbon. Our guides will bring you this ancient resort towns to life. After a lovely travel along the Tirrenian Coast we will reach Paestum. Here myth and legend coexist. The Temple of Ceres, the Temple of the Neptune, the Amphitheater (a Typical Roman Building), and the National Archeological Museum, which allows the visitors to retrace the Greek, Lucan and Roman History of the city. Here a unique example of Greek painting is kept: The Diver's Tomb.

Pickup Information

Pick up at 6:30 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B .: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Rome
Rome represents the starting point but also the end of the tour, because there will be 2 hours of driving time to get in Herculanum, and then 3 hours to come back from Paestum to your accommodation
2. Archeological Park of Herculaneum
Mount Vesuvius, submerged under a torrent of mud and lava after Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD. The buildings have been walking down the streets Together with your guide, you'll visit many important sites, public baths with their well-preserved frescoes and mosaics, shops and the gymnasium.
Duration: 120 mins
3. Archaeological Park of Pompeii
The spectral ruins of ancient Pompeii lead to one of the world's most engrossing archaeological experiences. Much of the site 's value is in the fact that the city is not blown away by Vesuvius in AD 79 but buried under a layer of lapilli (burning fragments of pumice stone). Walk in the streets of Rome, Rome, Rome, Rome, Italy. With a private and historical guide, you will be able to visit Europe's most important archaeological site.
Duration: 120 mins
4. Museo Archeologico Nazionale Di Paestum
One of Italy's most majestic sights on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Paestum is a major ancient Greek city on the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea in Magna Graecia. After its foundation by Greek colonists under the name of Poseidonia it was eventually conquered by the Lucanians and later by the Romans. The Lucanians renamed it to Paistos and in turn the Romans gave the city its current name. The ruins of the ancient Greek temples, dating back to the 6th century BC, which are in a very good state of preservation. Doric temples, which are thought to be dedicated to the city's namesake Poseidon (known to the Romans as Neptune), Hera and Ceres. The Temples of Neptune and Hera are located next to the Southern end of the site, while the smaller Temple of Ceres is at the Northern end.
Duration: 120 mins

Inclusion

Private tour Leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)

Lunch

Entrance tickets in the archeological areas of Pompeii and Herculaneum

Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur

Entrance tickets in the archeological area of Paestum

Private professional guide inside the archeological area of Paestum

Private professional guide inside the archeological areas of Pompeii and Herculanum

Exclusion

Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A small amount of walking is involved

Customers with physical limitations can have problems walking inside the archeological areas

Food or drinks choices made outside the fixed menu please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking

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