Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist
Overview
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This experience combines the two archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, famous for the eruption of Mount Vesuvius happened in 79 AD.
Join the guide at the entrance of Pompeii ruins called Porta Marina Inferiore, where the tour starts.
Discover the site and its best highlights with the assistance of an expert Archaeologist.
You will see the Forum – the main square – the most important houses and buildings and the famous plaster casts.
After the tour take a quick break, then reach the site of Herculaneum by the local metro line called Circumvesuviana at a few steps from Pompeii entrance.
End your tour with the site of Herculaneum, smaller than Pompeii but better preserved: visit the beach where more than 300 skeletons were found.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Herculaneum ruins' entry tickets: 16 euros (adult) 2 euros (EU citizens 18-25 y.o.); Pompeii ruins' entry tickets: 20 euros (adult)
Not recommended for visitors in wheelchairs
Not recommended for visually impaired guests unless accompanied by a dedicated personal assistant
What To Expect
Basilica
Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities.
Foro de Pompeya
Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii.
What‘s Included
Headsets for all participants
Round-trip transportation to/from Naples, outside Starhotels Terminus (Tour from Naples)
Train tickets to/from Rome to Naples + Full Day transportation service (Tour from Rome)
Guided tour service in both Pompeii and Herculaneum
Round-trip transportation to/from Sorrento, P.za Angelina Lauro (Tour from Sorrento)
Circumvesuviana one-way train ticket from Pompeii to Herculaneum (Tour from Pompeii)
Herculaneum entry tickets - 'Pompeii express' entry tickets
Meals and drinks
Personal expenses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Tour from Pompeii
Duration: 6 hours ENGLISH TOUR : TRANSPORTATION IS INCLUDED BETWEEN POMPEII & HERCULANEUM ONLY Meeting place: This option is a walking tour, the meeting point is the entrance of Pompeii ruins Porta Marina INFERIORE, Piazza Esedra. Starting point: Piazza Esedra, 1, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
Tour from Rome
Duration: 11 hours TRANSPORTATION FROM ROME: Train tickets from Rome to Naples are included. Transportation is included to/from Naples. Minibus or minivan Look for the Askos Tours sign: You will meet the guide outside Starhotels Terminus, across the street from the Naples central station. Starting point: Rome Termini station, Via Giovanni Giolitti, 40, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
Tour from Naples
Duration: 7 hours TRANSPORTATION FROM NAPLES : TRANSPORTATION FROM NAPLES is included for the whole day no animals allowed Modern Minibus: Enjoy shared minibus transportation from Naples Look for the Askos Tours sign : The meeting for this option from Naples is outside STARHOTEL TERMINUS, in Piazza Garibaldi, 91, Naples. Starting point: P.za Giuseppe Garibaldi, 91, 80142 Napoli NA, Italy
Tour from Sorrento
Duration: 8 hours TRANSPORTATION FROM SORRENTO: TRANSPORTATION FROM SORRENTO is included for the whole day. No animals allowed Modern minibus or minivan Look for the Askos Tours sign: Pick up is next to the fountain in Piazza Angelina Lauro, Sorrento. An Askos Tours representative will greet you. Starting point: Piazza Angelina Lauro, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy
Italian Tour from Pompeii
Duration: 6 hours ITALIAN TOUR : TRANSPORTATION IS INCLUDED BETWEEN POMPEII & HERCULANEUM ONLY Meeting place: This option is a walking tour, the meeting point is the entrance of Pompeii ruins Porta Marina INFERIORE, Piazza Esedra Starting point: Piazza Esedra, 1, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
Reviews
1,556 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fabulous tour!
Jeannette Z,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a fabulous tour! Our guide, Gennaro, gave many facts about life in Herculaneum and Pompeii. He was a wealth of knowledge and he gave vivid descriptions of both cities. He maneuvered the streets to show us all the highlights. We thoroughly enjoyed the day! Our only suggestion for improvement would be to eliminate the food stop at the mall and arrange for lunch at a more authentic, local trattoria.
Immersive Ancient Roman Experience
Kim C,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very well educated about both sites which are amazing! The skilled bus driver made the trip smooth and comfortable. Be prepared for steep walking and hot sun. Bring your water bottle. You will be transported to ancient times with this immersive experience. Try not to sit in the back row of the bus as there is no leg room.
Take a walk through History
Lu M,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Askos tour company’s staff was very professional, punctual, and well organized. Antonio, our tour guide, was very informative and knowledgeable. He was very engaging and pleasant to listen to. We enjoyed our tour and learned much. I would highly recommend this company and I appreciate Antonio‘s enthusiasm.
Archeology Tour
Stuart P,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00These sites are big, having a knowledgeable guide to steer you around, does not mean you see everything but the main parts are instead prioritised and enlivened with the back story.
What an amazing site!...
Michele F,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing site! Truly lived the experience of both Herculaneum and Pompeii. Our guide, Michele (Mike) was extremely knowledgeable and Bruno delivered us from each site efficiently and safely.
Tour both these sites!
Adrian P,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable about the sites and made the experience very interesting. He was very adept at managing a group of 20 and made sure people’s needs were met. The bus service was very comfortable and I would recommend adding this to your tour. Well done AKSO Tours.
Five star experience
Jeff G,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Askos tours are top notch. There are less expensive options, but you really get what you pay for. Our private shuttle was comfortable and safe. Amedos was engaging and lead a super informative tour at a nice pace. We visited Herculaneum for two hours, went to lunch, then had another two hours in Pompeii. Couldn’t have been happier with this tour.
Our guide was excellent,...
JASON B,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was excellent, patient, informative and very personable. He really enhanced the experience by making it easy to connect to the history of the area. Would highly recommend this tour and specifically this guide!!
Lot of walking -- but...
William B,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lot of walking -- but worth it. A lot to take in . Rafaello was a very good guide and provided the insight we were looking for. A good choice and well worth the money. I spite of the bike race that stopped traffic on the way home!!!
Excellent tour guide
ken M,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very professionally handled tour. Pompeii is quite a chaotic tourist area (Herculaneum less so). All the tour staff handled things kindly, with a lot of care for their guests. Antonio our tour guide was an absolute legend. Amazing knowledge, humour and enthusiasm. Thanks very much from your Scottish guests Antonio !!!!
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