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- Italian
Embark on a fascinating journey through two remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pompeii and Oplontis. This small-group tour, led by an expert archaeologist, begins at Pompeii’s Porta Marina Superiore entrance. Over two hours, explore the western section of the ancient city, discovering the basilica, forum, macellum, thermal baths, theaters, and a beautifully preserved domus, all vividly showcasing life before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. After a short break, travel by train to Torre Annunziata to visit the luxurious Villa Poppaea in Oplontis. Enjoy a guided tour of this opulent Roman villa, featuring stunning frescoes, lavish gardens, and thermal baths, all immaculately preserved under volcanic ash. This comprehensive tour offers a deep dive into Roman history, architecture, and daily life, making it an unforgettable cultural experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet the guide at the main entrance of the Pompeii ruins called Porta Marina Superiore, opposite to the Hortus restaurant. The guide will hold our tour sign to be recognized.
Itinerary
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1
Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
In the granary you will see marble tables and baths for fountains that adorned the entrances of houses and some casts of victims of the eruption as well as that of a dog and a tree.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5
Walk through the main street of Pompeii
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
The house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7
These occupy a vast area between the Brothel lane, the Holconius crossroads and the Via Stabiana. They represent the oldest thermal complex in the city
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii
Admission ticket free -
8
The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9
Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
10
Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
11
Arrive at the second stop of the day and start the tour
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
12
Visit the luxurious Villa di Poppea
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issue or impairments, because of steps and ramps, little steep climb, please contact us and ask for a suitable private tour for your needs
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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