Pompeii: Exclusive Tour with an Archaeologist, Max 6 People Group
- 2h 30m
- Skip the line
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
Highlights
Enjoy a unique tour of Pompeii offered in a small group of maximum six people, or as Private Tour, you pick! On this 2.5 hrs journey, you will be able to visit one of the most distinctive historical sites in history with a small or private group and an actual archeologist as your guide. Pompeii is a city condensed with information of the ancient everyday life and to visit Pompeii with a knowledgeable guide is essential to understanding what the city has to offer. Pompeii is one of Italy’s best preserved archaeological sites and it is a must visit with a guide. The city was a typical ancient Roman village founded 80 B.C. A sudden eruption by the volcano, Vesuvius in 79 A.D. buried Pompeii under 6 meters of ash and wiped it off the map until it was rediscovered in 1599. Discover the story behind the life and times of this ancient port town and the modern day excavations which have helped bring it back to life!
Inclusions
What's included
- Mt Vesuvius view
- House of Julia Felix
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Professional Expert Guide
- Pompeii theatre
- House of Sallust
- Roman bath house
- Small Group Tour of only 6 people
- Option to Upgrade to Private Tour
- Forum of Pompeii
What's not
- Food and drinks
- gratuities
Itinerary
Embark on a unique tour of Pompeii offered in a small group of maximum 6 people, or as a private tour! On this 2,5 hrs journey, you will be able to visit one of the most distinctive historical sites in history with a an actual archeologist as your guide. Pompeii is a city condensed with information of the ancient everyday life since it was encapsulated and buried in 79 BC by the eruption from the nearby volcano Vesuvius. The tour walks you through a selection of the main villas, such as: House of Menander, House of the Gladiators, House of Julie Felix, House of Loreius Tiburtinus, House of Sallust, House of the Tragic Poet, House of the Vettii Lupanar, Temple of Isis and the suburban baths. The itinerary is perfect for curious and inquiring minds that are looking to get the most out of their visit.
Pompeii's main road
Visit the House of the Menander and several other highlights.
An impressive villa in Pompeii, one of the largest properties of the city.
This house is known for well-preserved wall paintings, large gardens, carved marble sculptures and a garden-side triclinium.
Visit one of the oldest houses in Pompeii
Marvel in front of the mosaics and frescoes with scenes from the Greek mythology.
The Lupanar stands as the city's most famous ancient brothel. Often referred to as the Lupanare Grande, it holds the distinction of being the only "purpose-built" establishment of its kind in the Roman colony. Today, it remains a primary point of interest for visitors, largely due to the vivid and provocative frescoes that still adorn its walls.
The Roman temple dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis
You can still explore the intricate chambers of Pompeii’s baths, from the chilly frigidarium to the steaming caldarium. These ancient thermal suites remain beautifully preserved, complete with stunning frescoes and mosaic tilework.
Very well preserved example of Roman Domus, one of the largest in Pompeii.
One of the most famous buildings in Pompeii, named House of the Faun for the bronze statue of a dancing faun.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Pompeii ruins guided tour
HAd an amazing day with Maria who was very lovely and knowledgeable. Great that she knew the shortcuts and how to avoid the crowds.
5Pompeii Came Alive with Mariana!
We had a wonderful semi-private tour of Pompeii with Mariana. She is incredibly knowledgeable and a gifted storyteller, bringing ancient Pompeii to life by connecting the everyday lives of its residents to how we live today. Years of study and expertise were distilled into a fascinating and memorable experience. We would never have gotten nearly as much out of Pompeii with just an audio guide or in a large group. With only four guests, we could move nimbly, ask questions, and make the most of our time. Mariana also took excellent care of us throughout the tour. Highly recommend LivTours’ semi-private format, and especially Mariana. She made Pompeii come alive for us.
5Pompei
Excellent tour of Pompei with an engaging and informative guide. Recommended. Thanks Marina, much appreciated.
5Amazing tour, learnt so much
Best tour we have ever been on. So knowledgeable, entertaining, and just delightful. We attended with our two teenage daughters and they loved it.
5Great Tour of Pompeii - Highly Recommend
We stopped to visit Pompeii on our way from Rome to Praiano. It was sunny and hot for last September. Our guide was excellent and our group was small - three couples. Our guide navigated us through crowded areas and explained a lot of features. We stayed three hours because we had a driver waiting, but we could have easily spent a few more there exploring - so interesting. Having a small group and a great guide makes the difference.
5Pompeii tour
We had a wonderful day with Lia on the Pompeii tour. Definitely recommend it.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- In front of Bar Sgambati, Via Villa dei Misteri 1, on the left hand side of the Pompeii Scavi Train Station, as you are looking at it. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Operated by
- LivTours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pompeii is an ongoing excavation site. The suggested itinerary might encounter some changes depending on the archaeologist’s daily duties.
- Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.
How it compares in Pompeii
- Its from-price is 22% below the median of the 718 experiences we list in Pompeii.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 24 of 718.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Pompeii
Pompeii is a Roman town near Naples frozen in ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79, with streets, villas and frescoes preserved beneath the volcano.
Pompeii was a thriving Roman town when Vesuvius buried it under ash and pumice in AD 79. Excavation, begun in the eighteenth century, has uncovered paved streets with stepping stones, shops, bakeries, bathhouses and the forum. The amphitheatre, among the oldest Roman ones to survive, and the grand House of the Faun show the range of life, and plaster casts of the dead record the final moments of some residents.
Top-ranked sights in Pompeii: Pompeii Archaeological Site, Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane), Via dell’Abbondanza.
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