Pompeii and Herculaneum FD Tour from Sorrento

4.2
(35 reviews)
Sorrento, Italy

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Be transported back in time on this 2-hour tour of Herculaneum Archeological Site from Sorrento. Visit the well-preserved ruins of Herculaneum with an expert guide and discover the history behind this once-thriving fishing town that was buried under layers of molten lava and mud in the same volcanic eruption that destroyed Pompeii. From the gymnasium to the beautifully conserved mosaics that decorate the public baths, see the area’s most impressive sites and get a glimpse of daily life in ancient Italy on this incredible trip.

Save valuable time when visiting the popular archaeological site of Pompeii with prepaid skip-the-line admission tickets. You won't have to waste time standing in line when you arrive; bypass the crowds and get started exploring immediately with your excavation guide. Benefit from commentary on the history and archaeology of the site, learning much more than you would just exploring on your own

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Pompeii ruins entrance ticket
Air-conditioned vehicle
Herculaneum entrance ticket
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup and drop off from your centrally located Sorrento hotel/meeting point

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Sorrento Coast

    Pickup from your centrally locatd Sorrento hotel/meeting point

    1 minute Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Parco Acheologico di Ercolano

    Together with your guide, you’ll visit many of the most important sites, public baths with their well-preserved frescoes and mosaics, shops and the gymnasium. Entrance fee to Herculaneum not included. Limited wheelchair and buggy access

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3

    On the return way, if possible, you will visit a transparent Limoncello factory: a path created entirely in crystal glass where you can admire the complete productive cycle of the famous liquer Limoncello di Capri, starting from the selection of the best lemons of Capri and Sorrento (PGI) to the peeling, to the infusion and, finally, the bottling. Everything is made with care and passion right in front of your eyes. A unique and suggestive location with a sensational view where you can relax and enjoy a tasting of this tastefull liquet, cakes, candies and the best panorama of the Peninsula of Sorrento.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Pompeii Archaeological Park

    entrance fee included

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Sorrento Coast

    drop off to your centrally located Sorrento hotel/meeting point

    1 minute Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by AVI Travel

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Archaeology Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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