Private Pompeii Tour with 3D Virtual Reality Headset

Pompeii, Italy

2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the ancient city of Pompeii, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed archaeological site, on a 2-3hour private tour using a 3D virtual reality headset. With a licensed guide, go back in time on this immersive, 360-degree experience that shows you Pompeii as it once was, just before the eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79 AD. Wearing the headset, you’ll watch short historical re-creations of Pompeii’s main points of interest. Learn about the ruins from your guide, as well as from audio commentary.

Choice of morning or afternoon tour
Your experience will be enhanced with audio commentary
Step back in time on a history tour using a VR headset
Unique way to see what Pompeii looked like 2,000 years ago

What's Included

Licensed local guide
Virtual reality headset - surrounded in 3D, 360 degrees of ancient Pompeii
Skip-the-line entrance fee included

Transport to/from Pompeii

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza Esedra, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy
Meet at the entrance of the Hotel Vittoria located in Piazza Porta Marina Inferiore, next to the gate of the archaeological site

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Pompeii Archaeological Park

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Use of 3D virtual reality headsets is not recommended for children under the age of 13 for health and safety reasons
Wheelchair accessible
Parents may use their discretion and allow children aged between 9 and 12 years to use the headsets
Children under the age of 9 are not permitted to use the headsets
Stroller accessible
People with histories of seizures, dizziness, epilepsy, preexisting binocular vision abnormalities, psychiatric disorders, heart conditions, other serious medical conditions, the pregnant, and the elderly should consult a doctor before taking this tour
Wear comfortable shoes as you may walk over uneven terrain
Near public transportation
Travel light and minimize bags, pocketbooks, and backpacks; you may have to wear a lightweight bag across your shoulder during the tour
This tour operates in all weather

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
This tour uses 3D virtual reality headsets (Gear VR). We recommend consulting a doctor before taking this tour if you are pregnant, elderly, have pre-existing binocular vision abnormalities or psychiatric disorders, or suffer from a heart condition or other serious medical condition.
Some people (about 1 in 4000) while they are experiencing virtual reality may have severe dizziness, seizures, epileptic seizures or blackouts triggered by light flashes or patterns. Anyone who has had a seizure, loss of awareness or other symptom linked to an epileptic condition should consult a doctor before taking our tour.
Children: It is recommended by the manufacturer that the headsets provided should not be used by children under the age of 13 (Gear VR). Parents allowing their children to use the headsets do so at their own risk and are fully responsible for the safety, health and well-being of their children.
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Discomfort: Immediately discontinue use of the headset if you experience any of the following symptoms: seizures; loss of awareness; eye strain; eye or muscle twitching; involuntary movements; altered, blurred, or double vision or other visual abnormalities; dizziness; disorientation; impaired balance; impaired hand-eye coordination; excessive sweating; increased salivation; nausea; lightheadedness; discomfort or pain in the head or eyes; drowsiness; fatigue; or any symptoms similar to motion sickness.
Radio Frequency Interference: The Gear VR can emit radio waves that can affect the operation of nearby electronics, including cardiac pacemakers. If you have a pacemaker or other implanted medical device, do not use the Gear VR without first consulting your doctor or the manufacturer of your medical device.
Flashback Journey to Pompeii shall not be liable for any damage, direct or indirect, suffered by our customers or any third parties as a consequence of their failure to follow such guidelines, warnings and recommendations
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.3

based on 8 reviews

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Great tour! It made a huge...

Gisele_S, Oct 2016

Great tour! It made a huge difference to see the sites through a 3D virtual reality headset showing us just like it was before. Pretty amazing!

The animation of the VR could be...

Stephanie E, Sep 2016

The animation of the VR could be upgraded. It was basically a cartoon and didn't add much to the overall experience, and made me wish I just had done a normal tour. The tour guide was very good.