Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Excursion from Sorrento
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the wonders of ancient Rome on this small-group tour from Sorrento with no more than 20 participants. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minibus or minivan and explore Pompeii and Herculaneum with an expert archaeologist guide. Walk through the ancient streets of Pompeii, discovering public squares, thermal baths, houses, and buildings that bring everyday Roman life before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 vividly to life. After your guided visit, enjoy a relaxing break at La Cartiera, with free time for lunch, coffee, or shopping. Continue to Herculaneum, renowned for its exceptional preservation, where ancient houses, frescoes, mosaics, and remarkably intact structures offer an extraordinary glimpse into the Roman world. A fascinating full-day experience combining archaeology, expert guidance, small-group comfort, and convenient transportation from Sorrento.
Inclusions
What's included
- Certified guide
- "Pompeii Express" entry tickets; Herculaneum entry tickets
- Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
- Headsets
What's not
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
Your excursion will begin in Piazza Angelina Lauro, the designated meeting point in the centre of Sorrento, right by the red tulip sculpture. Here you will meet your local guide and the Askos Tours staff member who will accompany the small group throughout the experience. Please arrive a few minutes early to ensure a smooth departure.
You will access the archaeological site of Pompeii through the Porta Marina entrance, one of the most significant gateways to the ancient city. Here your guided tour will begin, led by a licensed archaeologist from Askos Tours who will introduce you to the history, urban layout, and daily life of Pompeii before the eruption of 79 AD.
Discover the open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities.
Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii.
Walk through the main street of Pompeii.
Located along the Via dell’Abbondanza, the Insula of the Chaste Lovers preserves remarkable frescoes depicting intimate moments of daily life, including the famous affectionate couple. This stop offers a brief yet vivid glimpse into the elegance and domestic atmosphere of ancient Pompeian homes.
See the 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.
Enter the oldest thermal complex in the city.
Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii.
The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii.
Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii.
Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- In Piazza Angelina Lauro, close to the red tulip sculpture. The driver will be holding a ASKOS TOURS sign to be recognized.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 19 travellers
- Operated by
- Askos Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time is included
- No dogs allowed in the vehicle for this option - service animals allowed
- Herculaneum ruins' entry tickets: 16 euros (adult)
- Not suitable for visitors with mobility issues, wheelchair or stroller users.
- Not recommended for visually impaired guests unless accompanied by a dedicated personal assistant
How it compares in Sorrento
- Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 943 day trips we list in Sorrento.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 93 of 943.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Sorrento
Sorrento perches on cliffs above the Bay of Naples, a charming lemon-scented town that makes an easy base for Capri, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast.
The town's centre is Piazza Tasso, from which narrow lanes run past churches, shops selling limoncello and inlaid woodwork, and the peaceful cloister of San Francesco. Steps and lifts lead down the cliffs to Marina Piccola, where the boats leave, and to Marina Grande, a fishing harbour with seafood restaurants right by the water.
Top-ranked sights in Sorrento: Marina Grande, Baths of Queen Giovanna (Bagni Regina Giovanna), Praiano.
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