Sorrento

Enjoy a two-hour guided tour of the world-famous archaeological and historical site of Pompeii, the Roman town buried under the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. This buried city was rediscovered in the 16th century, but exploration only began in 1748. Work continued systematically through the 19th century up to the most recent excavations, aimed at restoring and attributing the proper value to the ancient city and its exceptional archeological heritage. The archeological area of Pompeii extends over 66 hectares, of which 49 have been excavated and 12 are open to the public. With its excavated area and the preservation state of its buildings, Pompeii can be considered the only archaeological site that gives the real image of a Roman city.

After lunch (own expense), transfer to Mount Vesuvius to discover why the locals have been both fascinated and frightened by Europe’s oldest active volcano for almost 2,000 years. In 79 A.D., Vesuvius stood 3 kilometers high and its last eruption took place in 1944. Visitors can reach Mount Vesuvius by car, but must walk the last 700 meters to reach the crater, standing roughly 1,281 meters high. Your guide will take you on an adventurous hike up this one-of-a-kind attraction to view the surrounding area and the crater beneath your feet. Walk around the edge of the crater and enjoy the fantastic view over the Gulf of Naples.

Enjoy a two-hour tour of the world-famous archaeological and historical site of Pompeii, the Roman town buried under the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. This buried city was rediscovered in the 16th century, but exploration only began in 1748. Work continued systematically through the 19th century up to the most recent excavations, aimed at restoring and attributing the proper value to the ancient city and its exceptional archeological heritage. The archeological area of Pompeii extends over 66 hectares, of which 49 have been excavated and 12 are open to the public. With its excavated area and the preservation state of its buildings, Pompeii can be considered the only archaeological site that gives the real image of a Roman city.

After a break for lunch (own expense), you’ll continue to the archaeological site of Herculaneum, which, like Pompeii, was buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Today, Herculaneum lays claim as the best-preserved archaeologically excavated site of the entire region. You will be mystified by the preservation of its villas, baths, shops and Forum. Herculaneum portrays a clear idea of what life was like more than 2,000 years ago.