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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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
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
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
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
Reviews
1,419 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not super accommodating
Brent W,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Our bus to Pompeii went on strike. We told the tour guide as soon as we found out (several hours before the tour) but was basically told refunds and reschedules were not a part of their policy. Technically they are correct but it just really stunk.
Well organized and the...
Darin T,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well organized and the day ran exactly like the itinerary. Our guide was very informative and made clear connections to the history of Pompei.
Great overall experience....
Breatheteb,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great overall experience. Good pace, smaller group with an intelligent and informed guide. Highly recommend.
Raphael an excellent guide
Frances L,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Raphael, our guide was so knowledgeable and kind. He really gave us a lot of information like a professor to his student. It was an amazing experience.
Pompeii and Herculaneum
Donna S,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Mario was very knowledgeable and we felt like we got a great understanding of the history of both towns, as well as the eruption of Mt Vesuvius. Despite some rain (and sun!) and crowds, Mario moved us through all of the important highlights. It was a full day but well worth it.
History brought to life
Rebecca B,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A fascinating insight into the history of Pompei and Herculaneum. It gave me the important highlights & kept my interest throughout.
Wonderful
Preethi P,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was one of the best we experienced. It was extensive and Vincenzo was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. We went with the kids and it lasted 7 hrs and they were not bored at all. I would recommend carrying water and some snacks but they stopped off for lunch at a very nice mall. We would recommend this activity 100%.
It could not be better...
Darryl S,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It could not be better Tour guide was very very knowledgeable and patient Highly recommended to go on this tour
Tour guide exceptional for Herculaneum and Pompeii
Julie M,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Diego Micieli, was incredibly knowledgeable not only about Pompeii, but knew incredible minute details about the Herculaneum. He was passionate about the sites and it was infectious. I don’t know how we would have made our way through either Pompeii or the Herculaneum without a guide, and Diego was perfect for our group. I am also grateful for the arranged ride to and from Sorrento. This was a bonus after a long day on our feet.
Toured with an expert!
Jesse D,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike and Paulo where amazing on our tour. Full of insite into the world of Roman culture before and after the volcano. Couldnt have asked for anything better!
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