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Discover ancient Pompeii with a 2.5-hour guided tour led by a professional archaeologist. This experience is ideal for cruise passengers as well as for those meeting directly in Pompeii. Starting from Porta Marina Inferiore, you will explore the city’s most iconic sites. Visit the Forum, once the center of public life, and the Basilica, where justice was administered. Discover the Temple of Apollo, the lively market area, and a remarkably preserved thermopolium — an ancient Roman tavern. Enter the public baths, admire the mosaics in the House of the Faun, and explore Roman intimacy at the Lupanar. The tour concludes with the plaster casts of the victims, frozen in time at the moment of the eruption. What makes this tour special is the presence of our local guides and expert archaeologists. Deeply connected to the region’s history and culture, they speak multiple languages and bring Pompeii back to life through engaging storytelling, offering an authentic experience for every visitor.

Many tours visit the ancient ruins of Pompeii but only a few include the first-hand expertise of an archaeologist guide. Explore the ancient Roman city and discover what life was like before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the company of a guide who brings history to life while leading you to important buildings and structures such as the Basilica, the Forum, and the thermal baths.

Don't let the crowds of tourists visiting the ruins of Pompeii overwhelm you by opting for a group tour. Navigate the area more efficiently with a guide, and add context to what you see with historical insights. Efficiency is another perk—cover the attraction's major highlights in roughly a couple of hours.

Discover the ancient buried city of Pompeii on a small-group guided walking tour with included admission. Walk through the archaeological park's cobblestone streets and learn about the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius that buried the city in ash. See well-preserved ruins such as the basilica, forum, thermal baths, and bakery while gaining insight into ancient Roman daily life.

Make the most of your time in Pompeii with this archaeologist-led tour that touches on the highlights of the vast ancient city in just a few hours. Skip the hassle of following a map or guidebook and instead head straight to the blockbuster attractions such as the basilica, forum, theater, and baths—plus visit intact shops, homes, and even a brothel—while delving into their history and architecture with your guide.

Visiting Pompeii with one of our Official Guides is the best way to appreciate a site unique in the world. With us, you will be the only stars of a fabulous journey through time! Our Official Guides have specialized training and several years of experience: they know every detail of Pompeii, can keep you away from the crowds, satisfy all your curiosities, and optimize your time... Before the visit, do not forget to purchase skip-the-line tickets online, on the official Vivaticket website. Beware of the unofficial sites, they often sell only a voucher! Our Guides will always welcome you with a sign and a big smile! We are particularly careful with needs of children and seniors: many anecdotes, an appropriate language, and we know how to slow down when necessary. Over the years, thousands of people have visited Pompeii with us, and 99.5% positive reviews are the best business card of our work.

Avoid wasting time in long queues or struggling to understand Pompeii’s vast ruins without context. This skip-the-line guided tour of Pompeii brings the ancient city to life with insights beyond typical guidebooks, explaining how unmarked structures were used in daily Roman life. With expert storytelling throughout, you gain a deeper, more meaningful experience instead of simply wandering the site.

Everything is arranged for you: roundtrip transport from Rome, a guided Pompeii tour with a real archaeologist, light Italian breakfast on arrival, and an authentic Italian lunch in Sorrento with a seaside view. No planning. No stress. Just a seamless, all-inclusive 12-hour day. Travel in a small group aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned van. In Pompeii, start your day with coffee and breakfast before exploring the ruins with a certified archaeologist. Enjoy a scenic coastal drive with photo stops, then sit down to lunch at a reserved table in Sorrento. And who knows, there might even be a little surprise treat waiting along the way.

Pompeii is a fascinating site, but its sprawling size and lack of posted information can make visiting on your own a chore, especially with kids. On this guided tour, delve into the fascinating history of the ruins with engaging narration customized to the interests and ages of your group. Meet your local guide and head directly inside the ancient archaeological site with skip-the-line tickets to take in highlights in just hours. The family tour option incorporates puzzles and maps to engage little ones.

Hop aboard for this private all-day boat excursion and cruise along the picturesque Amalfi Coast. Take in the beautiful sights and get the chance to swim and snorkel in the crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean along the way. Plus, your captain can offer suggestions on where to eat lunch (not included).

Depart from Salerno cruise port or meet in Pompeii for a 2.5-hour guided tour with Archeologist and entry ticket. Enjoy live English/Spanish/Italian commentary — perfect for cruisers! Starting from Porta Marina Inferiore, you'll visit the Forum, heart of Roman public life, and the Basilica, where justice was served. See the Temple of Apollo, ancient granaries, and a real thermopolium, the Roman version of fast food. Discover the public baths, the luxurious House of the Faun, and the famous Lupanar brothel. The tour ends with the plaster casts of victims frozen in time by the eruption of Vesuvius. Thanks to advanced AI technology, you’ll hear your guide’s voice in real time in your preferred language—no need to read or wait. This tour is unique thanks to our local guides and archaeologists, experts in the region’s history and fluent in several languages. Their passion and storytelling revive ancient Pompeii, creating an authentic experience for every visitor.

Spend a day exploring Mt. Vesuvius and the ruins of Pompeii while in port in Naples. Led by an expert guide, see the largest archaeological site in Europe as you tour Pompeii's Thermal Baths, Lupanare brothel, and the Forum. Afterward, break for a pizza lunch before hiking to the summit of Mt. Vesuvius, the volcano responsible for Pompeii’s destruction in AD 79. Peer into the mouth of the crater and enjoy sweeping views of the Bay of Naples.

Explore the Amalfi Coast’s terraced vineyards, olive groves, and lemon fields on a guided hike from Maiori to Minori along the Path of the Lemons. With this private tour, you won’t have to worry about finding your own way on the trail and can just enjoy the sights and scents of the Mediterranean vegetation as you follow your guide on the old mule trail that was once the only way to travel from village to village.

See Pompeii through the eyes of an archaeologist on this group tour with Pompei Plus ticket included. Follow your guide through the ancient city, exploring preserved Pompeian houses and learning about ancient domestic life and the devastating eruption of 79 AD. Enjoy exclusive access to the Villa of the Mysteries, where enigmatic frescoes have puzzled scholars for centuries.

Depart from Naples cruise port or meet in Pompeii for a 2.5-hour guided tour with Archeologist and entry ticket. Enjoy live English/Spanish/Italian commentary — perfect for cruisers! Starting from Porta Marina Inferiore, you'll visit the Forum, heart of Roman public life, and the Basilica, where justice was served. See the Temple of Apollo, ancient granaries, and a real thermopolium, the Roman version of fast food. Discover the public baths, the luxurious House of the Faun, and the famous Lupanar brothel. The tour ends with the plaster casts of victims frozen in time by the eruption of Vesuvius. Thanks to advanced AI technology, you’ll hear your guide’s voice in real time in your preferred language—no need to read or wait. This tour is unique thanks to our local guides and archaeologists, experts in the region’s history and fluent in several languages. Their passion and storytelling revive ancient Pompeii, creating an authentic experience for every visitor.

Pompeii is classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and it's one of the biggest archaeological sites in the world. Our 3-hrs tour is specifically made to provide you the best experience to discover the Ancient City and its hidden treasures: The Theatres, Temples, Houses and Frescoes, Thermal Baths, Shops, Fast Food, Street, Forum, Justice Palace, Macellum and brothels. We worked in Pompeii for a few years and It'll be a pleasure to guide you through the secrets and mysteries of this beautiful place. All details you won't find on the internet or books. Eliana Sandretti is an archaeologist and have a team of archaeologists work with her for a lot of years

With no train line and slow buses, the Amalfi Coast is a chore to visit by public transportation. This private driving tour saves hours of travel time and fits in four famous coastal villages plus historic Sorrento in a single day. Relax on board an air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup for a scenic drive along the coastline and enjoy free time in Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, and Sorrento.

Most tourists only pay a visit to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii, but this small-group tour goes a step further with a visit to a winery on the slopes of the volcano. Explore the preserved city with a guide, taking in the temples, frescoes, and plaster casts. Then, visit a family-run vineyard on Mount Vesuvius to learn about wine-growing techniques and have lunch with amphora-aged wine and local food products grown in the volcanic soil.

Pompeii and Herculaneum are among the world’s most important Roman archaeological sites, but the ruins can be hard to interpret to the untrained eye. Experience the extraordinary archaeological wonders with a professional archaeologist on this hassle-free small-group tour. Learn about the history and architecture of these two cities buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Choose the departure option that best suits your travel plans and enjoy a seamless visit with admission tickets included.

Pompeii is one of Italy's most visited archaeological sites for good reason. Make the most of this tragic yet fascinating location when you book this walking tour with a licensed guide to clue you in on the history, the archaeology, and real life during Roman times. You'll visit mansions, temples, theaters, baths, and meeting houses, with free time to explore independently after the tour. Tickets are at your own expense.

Delve into ancient history with this private tour of Pompeii, one of the most dazzling archaeological sites in the world. Save time and avoid the crowds with skip-the-line admission and gain a deeper understanding of these vast and complex ruins by visiting with a guide. Stroll down ancient Roman roads and marvel at villas, shops, temples, theaters, and baths dating from 2,000 years ago.

Discover the buried city of Pompeii as you explore its cobblestone streets with a private guide. Avoid getting lost in the vast park and missing out on important landmarks as you explore with your guide. Learn about what daily life was like for the ancient Romans and visit the Villa of Mysteries which is famous for its well-preserved frescoes.

Get an in-depth introduction to the archaeological ruins of Pompeii with tour that is led by an archaeologist. Skip-the-line admission allows you to spend more time inside the archaeological site, listening to insights into the ancient Roman city from your expert guide, and less time waiting in lines.