Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist
Overview
Available languages
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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.
Options
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 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 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 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 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
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.
Reviews
1,610 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The perfect Herculaneum and Pompeii tour WITH transportation!
Laurie D,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Like many travelers, we were a little skeptical when booking a tour. We spent a lot of time researching different Pompeii and Herculaneum combination tours, reading countless reviews to find the best fit for us—and I can honestly say that all of the positive reviews for this tour were absolutely right! Our guide, Vincenzo, was fantastic. The meeting point was a bit hectic at first, but only because there were so many tours gathering in the same area. While there were several Askos Tours signs, it would be helpful if they were more visible and clearly indicated which specific tour they represented. Once we made our way to the air-conditioned bus around the corner, everything was exceptionally well organized. We visited Herculaneum first, which worked perfectly. Vincenzo brought both ancient cities to life with his incredible knowledge and storytelling. He provided fascinating insight into what the people of Herculaneum and Pompeii experienced during the eruption of Vesuvius, while also explaining why Herculaneum is so much better preserved than Pompeii. His passion for the subject was evident throughout the day and he always made sure we had enough time to take photos and explore the highlights. A few practical tips: bring water and snacks if you'd like, as the tour runs from roughly 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (You can leave things on the bus!) There is a lunch break at a local mall, which was a welcome opportunity to relax, cool off in the air conditioning and recharge before heading to Pompeii. While the dining options weren't our favorite, the break itself was appreciated. Also, wear comfortable shoes that you don't mind getting dirty! The terrain is uneven and much more challenging than typical Italian cobblestone streets. There are deep ruts and trenches throughout the ancient roads, so anyone with mobility concerns should contact the tour company in advance to discuss accessibility. Thank you, Vincenzo and Askos Tours, for providing such an informative, engaging and moving experience. It was both fascinating and humbling to learn about the lives of the people who lived in these ancient cities. The day flew by and we honestly could have spent another hour exploring Pompeii! We HIGHLY recommend this particular tour! Don't choose 1 over the other, see both cities!
Wonderful visit to two...
George A,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful visit to two spectacular archaeological sites. Rosaria was amazing; she is an archaeologist and a very accomplished one, who made Pompei and Herculaneum come alive and allow us to imagine how was life there at that time. Highly recommended trip. Askos tours does not disappoint.
Great experience. Very...
Luciana B,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Very comfortable bus with air con. Tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. You have an hour for lunch in Pompeii. They are lots of options to eat before you enter the site. Restaurants and cafes. In Herculeaneum, the only options to buy food or drinks are from the machines.
Pompeii (+) great day
Sherri T,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy connections, great transportation from Naples to both sites and back. An hour is allowed in a nice street with a few options. We left at 9:20 and returned about 4:30
Questions Answered
Barbara F,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Mario, was great at explaining the similarities and differences between the two cities devastated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. He covered everything from how the people lived in the first century to how the ruins were discovered, excavated and studied. It is a fascinating tour and well worth taking. Bring water, sunscreen, a hat and your curiosity.
Amadeo was a good guide
Adrian C,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small group tour still means being in a full minibus of ~15 people Does go at a good pace and able to see a lot of selected sights well Nice not to have to wait in line very long to get into places The lunch options were disappointing as you're just taken to a shopping mall We got back to central station at 5pm so it wasn't a super long day Expensive but probably one of the better tour options
It was amazing,...
Thor K,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing, absolutely a must! Lots of walking, make sure to wear good shoes, and take a water bottle. There are places to refill at both sights.
This was a great...
KatherineL C,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience! Vincenzo was a wonderful guide. He was very clear in his explanations (both historical and logistical). There were some hills and uneven ground (big cobblestones), but we never needed to rush.
Great experience
Axel D,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pompei and Herculaneum are two amazing archeological sites but our fantastic and skilled guide Amadeo made our tour extraordinary. As a professional archeologist his knowledge about the two sites was extensive and with his vivid stories hé really brought the two cities back to life for us. Hè also gave us the perfect preparation for our visit to the archeological museum of Napels on the following day. We are so glad we booked this tour with Askos!
Wonderful
Evelyn P,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was phenomenal! Lucy was so knowledgeable on both Herculaneum and Pompeii, and she really worked to try to minimize crowds while also ensuring we got to see everything at both sites. She was the best….this tour is definitely worth it!!
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