Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Excursion From Sorrento

Exploring the captivating ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum offers a unique window into the past. This small group excursion from Sorrento promises an enriching experience led by an expert archaeologist. Participants will stroll through ancient streets, marvel at well-preserved frescoes, and gain insights into the daily lives of the Romans. With priority entry and comfortable transportation, this tour provides a hassle-free way to take in the fascinating history of these ancient cities. What discoveries await within these remarkable ruins?

Key Points

• This small group excursion offers guided tours of the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum from Sorrento.
• The 8-hour tour is led by an expert archaeologist and includes transportation in a modern, air-conditioned minivan.
• Participants can explore ancient Roman streets, forums, and baths while gaining insights into the region’s history and culture.
• The tour includes priority entry to the archaeological sites, allowing for more exploration time.
• The tour is not suitable for individuals with mobility impairments or wheelchair users.

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Tour Overview and Details

This small group excursion from Sorrento to Pompeii and Herculaneum is an 8-hour experience that costs from $162.12 per person.

Guests will travel in a modern, air-conditioned minivan to the archaeological sites, with a 1-hour drive to Pompeii and a 30-minute drive to Herculaneum.

The tour includes guided explorations of both ruins, led by an expert archaeologist.

Groups are limited to 8 participants for a relaxed experience, and priority entry is provided.

Cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance, and a reserve now, pay later option is available.

Itinerary and Transportation

The tour starts from Piazza Angelina Lauro, where the driver holding an ASKOS TOURS sign will greet guests.

The tour starts from Piazza Angelina Lauro, where the driver holding an ASKOS TOURS sign will greet guests.

Participants will travel in a modern, air-conditioned minivan with a maximum of 8 people.

The itinerary includes:

1. A 1-hour van ride to Pompeii.

2. A 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii.

3. A 30-minute break before a 30-minute van ride to Herculaneum.

After the 2-hour guided tour of Herculaneum, the group will embark on a 75-minute van ride back to the starting point at Piazza Angelina Lauro.

Guided Experience

What sets this tour apart is the expertise of the archaeologist guide who provides deep insights into Roman history and culture. The small group size of 8 participants or less ensures a relaxed experience as the guide shares their knowledge. Priority entry to both archaeological sites allows for more time exploring the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Larger groups are provided with headsets to ensure everyone can hear the guide clearly.

| Guided Experience Highlights |

| — | — |

| Expert archaeologist guide | Small group size (max 8) |

| Deep insights into Roman history and culture | Priority entry to sites |

| Relaxed experience | Headsets for larger groups |

Highlights of the Tour

Visitors can explore the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum on this excursion.

The tour highlights include:

1. Walking through the streets, forums, and baths of ancient Roman life, providing a glimpse into the daily activities and architectural wonders of these well-preserved cities.

2. Experiencing the extraordinary preservation of stunning frescoes and buildings in Herculaneum, which offer a unique perspective on the ancient Roman culture.

3. Gaining deep insights into Roman history and culture from the expert archaeologist guide, who provides a personalized and informative experience for the small group of up to 8 participants.

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Important Information

Although the meeting point is Piazza Angelina Lauro, at the taxi stand in front of the fountain where the driver holds an ASKOS TOURS sign, the tour isn’t suitable for people with mobility impairments or wheelchair users.

Participants should bring their passport or ID card for children. Baby strollers or non-folding strollers aren’t allowed.

Tour Inclusions

The excursion includes a 1-hour van ride to Pompeii, where visitors embark on a 2-hour guided tour of the remarkably preserved ruins.

After a 30-minute break, the tour continues with a 30-minute van ride to Herculaneum for a 2-hour guided exploration of its stunning frescoes and buildings.

The experience is led by an expert archaeologist guide, who provides deep insights into Roman history and culture.

Guided by an expert archaeologist, the tour offers deep insights into the history and culture of ancient Rome.

The small group, limited to 8 participants, benefits from priority entry to both sites and the use of headsets for a relaxed and engaging tour.

1. 2-hour guided tour of Pompeii ruins

2. 2-hour guided tour of Herculaneum

3. Expert archaeologist guide with historical insights

Cancellation Policy

Customers can receive a full refund if they cancel their booking up to 24 hours in advance. This allows for flexibility in case plans change or unexpected circumstances arise.

The tour operator offers this generous cancellation policy to provide peace of mind and ensure customers can book with confidence. There’s no penalty for cancelling, making this an attractive option for those unsure of their availability.

Simply notify the tour operator within the 24-hour window, and they’ll process a full refund with no questions asked. This policy underscores the provider’s commitment to customer satisfaction.

Reviews and Ratings

This tour has an impressive overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 5 reviews.

Reviewers praise the tour’s expert archaeologist guide who provides deep insights into Roman history and culture.

The tour’s expert archaeologist guide provides deep insights into Roman history and culture, according to reviewers.

Some highlights from the reviews include:

1. "The guides were extremely knowledgeable and brought the ruins to life."

2. "Small group size allowed for a relaxed and personalized experience."

3. "We appreciated the priority entry and headsets, which enhanced the tour."

With overwhelmingly positive feedback, this Pompeii and Herculaneum excursion from Sorrento seems to deliver an exceptional guided experience of these remarkable ancient sites.

The Sum Up

This guided tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum offers a unique opportunity to explore the well-preserved ruins of these ancient Roman cities. With priority entry and an expert archaeologist as your guide, you’ll gain fascinating insights into the daily lives and culture of the past. The small group size ensures a personalized experience, while the comfortable transportation and generous cancellation policy add to the overall convenience and value of this excursion.

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