Private Tour of Pompeii & Herculaneum with Priority Access from Naples
Description
Your private journey begins with a comfortable pickup directly from your preferred metting point in Naples. Sit back and relax as your English-speaking driver brings you to the legendary ruins of Pompeii, where your licensed private guide will be waiting to welcome you. With priority access, you’ll step straight into history — walking the wide, time-worn streets still marked by chariot wheels and exploring temples, marketplaces, theaters, and private homes. Whether you’re drawn to Roman architecture, political life, ancient religion, or daily routines, your guide will tailor the visit to your interests, making the experience truly personal. Key highlights may include the Civil Forum,, the Basilica, the Bath Complex, the House of the Faun, the Lupanare, and the haunting plaster casts of the victims — each stop offering a deeper connection to the people who once lived here. After your visit to Pompeii, take a break for lunch before continuing to Herculaneum — a quieter but incredibly well-preserved Roman town nestled closer to the sea. Buried under a thick layer of volcanic material in 79 AD, Herculaneum retained many fragile details lost elsewhere: wooden doors, colorful frescoes, mosaics, furniture, even food. Your guide will lead you through highlights such as the House of the Deer, the College of the Augustales, the Central Baths, and the evocative Padiglione della Barca, where a Roman boat was uncovered near the ancient shoreline. At the end of your Herculaneum tour, your guide will bid you farewell. From there, your friendly English-speaking driver will take care of the return transfer, giving you time to relax, reflect, and enjoy the scenery on your way back to Naples. Since this is a fully private experience, both visits are completely customizable — whether you’d like to spend more time on Roman art, engineering, religion, or family life, the pace and focus are entirely up to you. This is your day, your way — and history has never felt closer.
Included
- Pickup and drop-off from your accommodation or meeting point in Sorrento
- Private transportation with English-speaking driver
- Licensed expert guide for both sites
- Priority Access to Pompeii and Herculaneum Archaeological Sites
- Private walking tours at each archaeological site
Excluded
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes — ancient roads can be uneven
- Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water, especially in warmer months
- The tour takes place outdoors — dress accordingly