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Herculaneum and Pompeii Tours
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Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION5 hours
START POINT
2 starting points available
17 km
45 minutes
1
Herculaneum
1 attractions
Tickets included
Follow an expert guide as you marvel at the ingenuity of the Central Baths, learn about an imperial cult at the Hall of the Augustals, and more!
Highlights
House of the Relief of Telephus
This three-storey mansion was once laden with marble walls and a panoramic terrace.
17 km
45 minutes
2
END POINT
Pompeii Archaeological Park
Easily travel between two sister cities that tell the tale of Vesuvian wrath and primeval urbanity!
- Learn the legacy of Pompeii and Herculaneum with your expert guide, relaxing on comfortable round-trip train transfers.
- Brush past queues and peek into the lives of Romans from two millennia ago as you survey the thermopolia and temples of Pompeii.
- Uncover ancient manuscripts at the Villa of the Papyri library, divine statues at the Temple of the Four Gods, and much more at Herculaneum.
- Upgrade for an AC coach and a visit to the volcanic source, Mount Vesuvius! Or choose to pair your Pompeii visit with Amalfi and Ravello.
Easily travel between two sister cities that tell the tale of Vesuvian wrath and primeval urbanity!
- Learn the legacy of Pompeii and Herculaneum with your expert guide, relaxing on comfortable round-trip train transfers.
- Brush past queues and peek into the lives of Romans from two millennia ago as you survey the thermopolia and temples of Pompeii.
- Uncover ancient manuscripts at the Villa of the Papyri library, divine statues at the Temple of the Four Gods, and much more at Herculaneum.
- Upgrade for an AC coach and a visit to the volcanic source, Mount Vesuvius! Or choose to pair your Pompeii visit with Amalfi and Ravello.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum with entry
- Expert English-speaking archaeologist guide
- Digital audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, French & German
- Round-trip train transfers between Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Pompeii Express ticket
- Visit to Mount Vesuvius (optional)
- Round-trip AC coach transfers (optional)
- Tip: Don't miss the charming Samnite House, one of the oldest homes in Herculaneum, dating back to the second century BC!
- Shutterbugs, take note: Commercial photography and tripods are a no-go inside the venues.
- Strict dress code: No discourteous clothing or shirtless attire is allowed inside Pompeii Archaeological Park.
- Big dogs (above the weight 10kg and the height of 40cm) are not allowed into the venue. Guide dogs with the proper certification are welcome.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Your guide will offer a flexible route/itinerary to accommodate any opening and closing restrictions or restoration work. Therefore, the exact locations you visit on your tour may vary.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Renato
May 2025Verified booking
They charged me an extra 40€ because by mistake you gave me the ticket from Pompeii instead I had asked for it from Naples; 40€ paid to be able to leave from Naples moreover without any receipt
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Leonie
Oct 2024Verified booking
This tour is basically a travel service between Pompei, Mt Vesuvius and Herculaneum. We were taken to Mt Vesuvius and left there - told to meet the bus at particular time. Considerable confusion about which bus to get on - driver very confused. Next we were dropped at Herculaneum with an audio guide that was totally separate to the Herculaneum numbers so when you played it, it didn't match where you were. Got back to bus at time we were told. Company miscounted number of participants so we had to sit and wait an extra 15 minutes. Driver was not happy and drove us back to Pompei in a very unsafe manner (130km/hr) on highway in a rickety minibus. Then we were left at Pompei with audio guide which had to be returned by 5.30 so you could get your ID back. An extremely disorganised company and too expensive to basically pay for transport and entry tickets. Enjoyed climbing Mt Vesuvius and wandering around Pompei and Herculaneum without audio guides.
Jiří
Oct 2024Verified booking
Fényszarusi
Oct 2024Verified booking
Selva
Oct 2024Verified booking
The introduction by a team member to the tour was so bried and uninformative. There is no guide but a machine for Pompei. The content of this machine is minimal only 2 out of 10 monumenta have recorded information. As if this is not enough there was no guide no electronic recording for Herculeneum. And more over the driver left two of us at Herculeneum saying that we are not on the list!!!! Yes ! They left us at Herculeneum!!! At Vesuvio again no guide no electronic guide - the Volcanologist is on site for additionla tour and fee so not included at all. Basicly this is tour with no guide no working electronic recording and they leave you behind ! Certainly no one took responsibilty and no accountability.
ALAIN
Aug 2024Verified booking
Places visited during this marathon day. Vesuvius, Heraclium and the incredible Pompeii. So vast.
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LYNNE
Jun 2024Verified booking
There is no way we could have seen all this without your wonderful tour! Well organised and a very fair price. Staff were friendly and helpful. And indeed we booked a tour for the very next day!
Virginie
Aug 2024Verified booking
Well accompanied and very complete
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Rougeot
Aug 2024Verified booking
Christopher
Jun 2024Verified booking
Marion
Oct 2023Verified booking
Super time management and very nice organizers.
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Alan
May 2024Verified booking
A guided tour to the two archaeological sites would have been far better. The coach at Herculaneum failed to reserve seats for us, so my wife and I had to lose a full forty minutes off our allocated time in Pompeii, shiest we waited for another coach! This meant we only had less than two hours there..... Shame.
Marnix
May 2024Verified booking
Excellent guide Paolo. Very good knowledge and to the point. Strict timing. Only the transfer gave problems due to the train strike
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Doug
May 2024Verified booking
4 Cruise ships came to Naples on morning of our tour...totally destroyed the tour. Guide's directions how to return to Naples from Herculaneum were wrong.
Claudia
Apr 2024Verified booking
Very nice guide with great knowledge about the subject. The tour was enjoyable and entertaining, we learned a lot about how they lived before the eruption.
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Nicolas
Apr 2024Verified booking
It was a very nice experience. Our guide Diego was great, he provided a lot of information about how the people from Pompeii and Ercolano used to live. We really enjoyed.
CLAUDIA
Mar 2024Verified booking
The logistics were good on Mount Vesuvius, in Herculaneum we were left in the middle of a street with no instructions on how to enter the site and only a driver who spoke only Italian.
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Hayley
Nov 2023Verified booking
Transportation between the locations was great. Buses were on time and easy to locate. From what I could see, there was only a guide at Mt Vesuvius. For the other 2 stops, one I never found a guide and the other was a recorded audio guide. But overall I saw a lot and was glad not to have to figure out logistics between spots with no car. Would book again.
Miss
Jun 2024Verified booking
Vince was great. Really knowledgeable and friendly. Perfect guide.
Tracy
Dec 2023Verified booking
I liked the places we visited. The staff checking us in and out were kind and helpful.
Adriana
May 2024Verified booking
Natacha
May 2024Verified booking
Nabet
Apr 2024Verified booking
Camelia
Mar 2024Verified booking
Itinerary
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
START POINT
Naples/Pompeii
Board your spacious AC transfers from central Naples or Pompeii. Sit back and leave aside the logistical planning. Get dropped right at the entrance to each site, with the access fees all paid and ample time to explore before moving on.
10 km
15 minutes
1
Pompeii
1 attractions
Tickets included
Show your entry tickets, jump the lines, and independently walk amidst ancient streets, villas, and theaters offering a vivid snapshot of 1st-century life.
In 79 AD, the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were buried by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. In the 21st century, you can discover both their archaeological excavations and climb the active volcano all in one trip.
Highlights
House of the Faun
Wander through Pompeii's largest and most elaborate residential complex, centered by a bronze statue of a dancing satyr.
8 km
15 minutes
2
Herculaneum
1 attractions
Tickets included
Explore this neighboring well-preserved Roman town, where volcanic ash sealed wooden structures, mosaics, and everyday artifacts in remarkable detail, halting entropy for nearly a couple millennia.
Highlights
House of Neptune and Amphitrite
Stop by this small yet richly frescoed villa, featuring a large technicolor mosaic of Greek sea deities.
5 km
10 minutes
3
Mount Vesuvius
Tickets included
Hike to the crater of this iconic volcano, whose explosive eruption shaped history and left behind breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples.
10 km
15 minutes
4
END POINT
Naples/Pompeii
Journey through two buried cities and a volcano – all featuring in a saga of ash and lava.
- Everything you get: Board round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and visit three iconic sites in one trip. First, explore the ruins of Pompeii, then head to Herculaneum to see its preserved villas, libraries, and food stalls. Finally, climb the slopes of Mount Vesuvius and peer into the crater that once buried these ancient cities under volcanic ash.
- Why choose this: This day trip combines three of Naples’ most iconic UNESCO landmarks into one seamless experience—comfortable AC coach travel, no waiting in lines, and expert guides, all within a convenient eight-hour itinerary.
Journey through two buried cities and a volcano – all featuring in a saga of ash and lava.
- Everything you get: Board round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and visit three iconic sites in one trip. First, explore the ruins of Pompeii, then head to Herculaneum to see its preserved villas, libraries, and food stalls. Finally, climb the slopes of Mount Vesuvius and peer into the crater that once buried these ancient cities under volcanic ash.
- Why choose this: This day trip combines three of Naples’ most iconic UNESCO landmarks into one seamless experience—comfortable AC coach travel, no waiting in lines, and expert guides, all within a convenient eight-hour itinerary.
Inclusions
- Day trip to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius
- Round-trip transfers from Pompeii or Naples (as per option selected)
- Entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park
- Audio guide and map of Pompeii
Exclusions
- Live guide
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.
- The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Scott
Apr 2025Verified booking
The service was great and the sites were out of this world. Highly recommended.
Marion
Jun 2025Verified booking
The good and efficient organization. The safe drivers. A little more time in Pompeii would be good as there is a lot to see. The introduction was a bit hectic but OK.
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Renato
May 2025Verified booking
They charged me an extra 40€ because by mistake you gave me the ticket from Pompeii instead I had asked for it from Naples; 40€ paid to be able to leave from Naples moreover without any receipt
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TRIGORY
May 2025Verified booking
Tanya
Dec 2024Verified booking
As so many others have mentioned, the only good thing about this tour was the transportation! The driver was perhaps the rudest person I've ever encountered while traveling (a person who voluntarily deals with tourists and still being this rude and inconsiderate, he honestly should be fired from this company!) Weather was unpredictable, which is beyond anyone's control, however, we were dropped off at Mt. V without being told that there was Zero visibility at the top or even being given the option to skip it, a total waste of an hour plus of our day. After the volcano, we were dropped off at Herculaneum. Far too much time was allowed for this location- it can be seen within an hour. By time we got to Pompeii, we were told that the buildings were going to be closed within 15 minutes. Having entered on the far end near the stadium, totally ruined our plan to see the highlights. We have actually been to Pompeii before and were very excited to be back, however this tour (or lack thereof) just ruined all we were excited about! DO NOT make the mistake that I did, I always take reviews with a grain of salt, but assume it of course cannot be that bad. Unfortunately this tour was the worst. We paid a good amount of money, which honestly we should have received a discount due to the bad weather or even a cancellation of the tour beforehand, we would have had a better day just doing our own thing! Would never recommend this tour for anyone, please go look elsewhere the tour and money spent will be better for you!
Leonie
Oct 2024Verified booking
This tour is basically a travel service between Pompei, Mt Vesuvius and Herculaneum. We were taken to Mt Vesuvius and left there - told to meet the bus at particular time. Considerable confusion about which bus to get on - driver very confused. Next we were dropped at Herculaneum with an audio guide that was totally separate to the Herculaneum numbers so when you played it, it didn't match where you were. Got back to bus at time we were told. Company miscounted number of participants so we had to sit and wait an extra 15 minutes. Driver was not happy and drove us back to Pompei in a very unsafe manner (130km/hr) on highway in a rickety minibus. Then we were left at Pompei with audio guide which had to be returned by 5.30 so you could get your ID back. An extremely disorganised company and too expensive to basically pay for transport and entry tickets. Enjoyed climbing Mt Vesuvius and wandering around Pompei and Herculaneum without audio guides.
Diane
Oct 2024Verified booking
Good transport and organisation. Unfortunately the audio guides did not correspond to the places in Erculaneum. In pompeii, it was intermittent. Overall they were amazing places to visit. This company get you to the places, take the hassle out of buying the tickets, and drive you safely back at the end of the day.
jennifer
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized day. We were able to visit all 3 sites, without having to rush for Herculanum and Mount Vesuvius. For pompei, they show us the places to visit and the time allotted. Don't forget good shoes, as you'll be walking a lot. The team was top-notch. They even spoke a little French, even though we weren't supposed to. Audioguide for herculanum and pompei in French. Very nice!
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Jafar
Sep 2024Verified booking
I didn't really go, I didn't make it to the bus, but I managed to contact the organizater and got my pompeii entrance ticket and used them to go on my own. 10/10 communication experience
Jiří
Oct 2024Verified booking
Peter
Oct 2024Verified booking
Jarred
Oct 2024Verified booking
Thomas
Sep 2024Verified booking
Christian
Sep 2024Verified booking
The bus journeys between the locations went smoothly. The distribution of tickets also worked well. The time management in Pompeii was poor. We had planned 2 hours, which is very short for this place. It was the last stop of the tour between 3 and 5 PM. It must have taken 15 minutes to walk inside to the buildings. On this day, for reasons unknown to me, Pompeii closed at 5 PM and from 4 PM the buildings were cordoned off and could no longer be visited from the inside. The organizer did not inform us that the buildings would be closed off so early, nor did they reschedule the tour due to the closure of the complex at 5 PM and went to Pompeii first. As a result, we had the least time at the largest of the 3 sites, as we effectively only had 45 minutes for the buildings in Pompeii. In my opinion, this was a planning error on the part of the organizer. Pompeii as the first stop would have been necessary on this day in order to be able to see more of the buildings from the inside.
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Samuel
Oct 2024Verified booking
It is a bit chaotic. Firstly the Busses stopped like 10 Meters ahead of the meeting point, which let some confused if this are really the right busses. They couldve shouted like Vesuvio Tour here, but they just started reading out the names of the people which were sometimes hard to hear when standing at the back of the crowd. They didn't check a single ticket so anyone could've came and said they were me and they would've just took them. The first stop in Pompeii was good, they gave you clear instructions, you got an audio guide and a map and were told to meet at the meeting point at a certain time. I didn't use the audio guide so can't say anything about it. Then we went to Vesuvio, also there we were told to be back at a certain time. I was back few minutes before and thought that they call out the names again, but for some reason they didn't and there were 2 of their buses. I was there 5 minutes before but almost missed the bus because of that confusion. Then we went to the Heraculaneum site, where we could not enter because the guard there said it was too late to enter. We all had our tickets that we paid for already but the bus driver took us back to the starting point in Naples. We didn't get offered any refund, no apology, nothing. While Pompei and Vesuvio was great, I cannot recommend this tour if you only get 2/3 of what you pay.
Selva
Oct 2024Verified booking
The introduction by a team member to the tour was so bried and uninformative. There is no guide but a machine for Pompei. The content of this machine is minimal only 2 out of 10 monumenta have recorded information. As if this is not enough there was no guide no electronic recording for Herculeneum. And more over the driver left two of us at Herculeneum saying that we are not on the list!!!! Yes ! They left us at Herculeneum!!! At Vesuvio again no guide no electronic guide - the Volcanologist is on site for additionla tour and fee so not included at all. Basicly this is tour with no guide no working electronic recording and they leave you behind ! Certainly no one took responsibilty and no accountability.
Liam
Sep 2024Verified booking
I booked a GUIDED TOUR, and the description say GUIDED TOUR, and we got an audioguide that in Herculeanum didn't work at all. Plus in Pompeii we got another audiguide and we booked with you guys because it say GUIDED, we don't like audioguides Such a wait of money and time! Don't trust in this company
Lucie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized trip, meeting points clear and easy to find. Enough time in each place to see everything. We highly recommend this activity, which allows you to see 3 emblematic places close to Naples in one day!
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Caroline
Jun 2024Verified booking
The organisation and logistics to get through so much in one day was great. Could not have managed it independently. It is fast paced but we saw loads and it was stunning. A bit more warning to bring own food and about the terrain would have been helpful
ALAIN
Aug 2024Verified booking
Places visited during this marathon day. Vesuvius, Heraclium and the incredible Pompeii. So vast.
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LYNNE
Jun 2024Verified booking
There is no way we could have seen all this without your wonderful tour! Well organised and a very fair price. Staff were friendly and helpful. And indeed we booked a tour for the very next day!
Virginie
Aug 2024Verified booking
Well accompanied and very complete
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GOURMELON
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very well organized. The tour was completely free, which was great! You just have to stick to the schedule.
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Suzanne
Jul 2024Verified booking
Very organised, with staff knowledgeable about the process
Fatemeh
Aug 2024Verified booking
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Follow an expert archaeologist guide on an exclusive tour tailored to your interests.
- Everything you get: Skip the lines and explore Herculaneum on a private tour with up to nine guests of your choice. Walk through mosaic-filled villas and the haunting boathouse, as your personal archaeologist shares insights into the city's excavated buildings, preserved artifacts, and the daily lives of its ancient residents.
- Why choose this: With a customizable group size, enjoy a more intimate, flexible tour, allowing you to dive deeper into Herculaneum’s history with personal attention from an expert archaeologist. Choose between six guided tour languages.
Follow an expert archaeologist guide on an exclusive tour tailored to your interests.
- Everything you get: Skip the lines and explore Herculaneum on a private tour with up to nine guests of your choice. Walk through mosaic-filled villas and the haunting boathouse, as your personal archaeologist shares insights into the city's excavated buildings, preserved artifacts, and the daily lives of its ancient residents.
- Why choose this: With a customizable group size, enjoy a more intimate, flexible tour, allowing you to dive deeper into Herculaneum’s history with personal attention from an expert archaeologist. Choose between six guided tour languages.
Inclusions
- Private tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry
- Expert English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- The Northen Cardo
- The House of the Skeleton
- The Thermal Baths
- The Temple of the Augustali
- The House of Neptune and Amphitrite
- The House of the Wooden Partition
- The Gymnasium
- The Terrace of Nonius Balbus
- The beach
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept with a leash and/or muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERTrain
START POINT
Sorrento Train Station
Depart aboard a comfortable train at Sorrento Station and soak in panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples along the way.
40 km
60 minutes
1
Herculaneum
120 min
1 attractions
Tickets included
Breeze through the entrance of the expansive archaeological park with your pre-booked ticket. Meet your expert guide to kick off a memorable tour through an ancient city and fishing hub, astonishingly preserved under Vesuvius' ash, providing a vivid snapshot of daily Roman life.
Highlights
Villa of the Papyri
A luxurious sea view villa renowned for its exquisite architecture and art, and unique library of papyrus scrolls, discovered in 1750.
40 km
60 minutes
2
END POINT
Sorrento Train Station
Take a scenic train ride from Sorrento to Herculaneum, skip the lines, and enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city.
- Everything you get: Take the express train along the Gulf of Naples to Herculaneum, where you’ll explore its preserved streets, homes, and artifacts. Skip the ticket lines and gain deeper insights with a live guide. Your ticket includes a comfortable return journey to Sorrento.
- Why choose this: If you're staying in Sorrento or the surrounding coastal area, this tour is a hassle-free way to visit Herculaneum with easy transport, expert guidance, and no waiting in line.
Take a scenic train ride from Sorrento to Herculaneum, skip the lines, and enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city.
- Everything you get: Take the express train along the Gulf of Naples to Herculaneum, where you’ll explore its preserved streets, homes, and artifacts. Skip the ticket lines and gain deeper insights with a live guide. Your ticket includes a comfortable return journey to Sorrento.
- Why choose this: If you're staying in Sorrento or the surrounding coastal area, this tour is a hassle-free way to visit Herculaneum with easy transport, expert guidance, and no waiting in line.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry
- Round-trip express train ticket from Sorrento
- Maps
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.
- The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION8 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Bus
START POINT
Naples
To begin your journey, head to a convenient location in central Naples, specified post-booking.
27.6 km
22 minutes
1
Mount Vesuvius
Tickets included
Observe the geological wonders of this active volcano and hear of its most catastrophic eruptions through the ages.
16 km
17 minutes
2
Herculaneum (optional)
2 attractions
Tickets included (based on selection)
Marvel at the ingenuity of the Central Baths, learn about an archaic cult at the Hall of the Augustals, and learn about the impact of Vesuvius' eruption at this sister city of Pompeii!
Highlights
1. Villa of the Papyri
An ancient Roman villa containing a library of papyrus scrolls and ancient manuscripts!
2. College of the Augustales
A mysterious building associated with an imperial cult and a secret order of freedmen!
13 km
25 minutes
3
Pompeii (optional)
2 attractions
Tickets included (based on selection)
Get the full story by unraveling the stories behind Pompeii's temples, public baths, and main streets. If you close your eyes, it might almost feel like you've been here before.
Highlights
1. Building of Eumachia
Commissioned by a smart businesswoman and supposed priestess of Venus, this large building is believed to once have been a manufacturing hub for wool and cloth materials!
2. Temple of Apollo
A public sanctuary built to the deity Apollo, it is one of the oldest places of worship and situated at a strategic location in the city.
22 km
34 minutes
4
END POINT
Naples
Combine up to 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites with a shared history!
- In one day, enjoy comfortable round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line entry to Mount Vesuvius, and either Herculaneum or Pompeii!
- Experience the thrill of hiking up the Vesuvius crater with a volcanological guide, and marvel at sweeping views of Campania.
- Delve into Roman antiquity at Herculaneum, home to remarkably preserved artifacts and an ancient library known as the Villa of the Papyri.
- Alternatively, visit its sister city of Pompeii, which once had everything from public baths to grocery stores, and even brothels.
Combine up to 3 UNESCO World Heritage sites with a shared history!
- In one day, enjoy comfortable round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line entry to Mount Vesuvius, and either Herculaneum or Pompeii!
- Experience the thrill of hiking up the Vesuvius crater with a volcanological guide, and marvel at sweeping views of Campania.
- Delve into Roman antiquity at Herculaneum, home to remarkably preserved artifacts and an ancient library known as the Villa of the Papyri.
- Alternatively, visit its sister city of Pompeii, which once had everything from public baths to grocery stores, and even brothels.
Inclusions
- Full-day trip around Mount Vesuvius and Herculaneum/Pompeii (as per option selected)
- Pick up from Naples city center or port (as per option selected)
- Round-trip AC coach transfers
- Access to Mount Vesuvius
- Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum (if selected)
- Skip-the-line entry to Pompeii (if selected)
- Tip: Remember to pack a light lunch or snacks. There are a few options for food but they might not suit everyone's tastes.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Scott
Apr 2025Verified booking
The service was great and the sites were out of this world. Highly recommended.
Marion
Jun 2025Verified booking
The good and efficient organization. The safe drivers. A little more time in Pompeii would be good as there is a lot to see. The introduction was a bit hectic but OK.
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TRIGORY
May 2025Verified booking
Popa
Apr 2025Verified booking
Maria
Apr 2025Verified booking
Joana
Apr 2025Verified booking
Natascha
Apr 2025Verified booking
Ghazi
Mar 2025Verified booking
Antony
Mar 2025Verified booking
Bernard
Jun 2025Verified booking
As I was due to visit Herculaneum, I was enrolled in a group visiting Pompeii with 'l'agence autour du Vésuve'. Fortunately, this agency took care of us so that we could visit Vesuvius and Herculaneum (shuttles between Pompeii/Vesuvius/Herculaneum and entrance tickets). Many thanks to this agency for their professionalism. So a mixed experience, since we weren't registered in the right group.
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Oana
Apr 2025Verified booking
Anna
Apr 2025Verified booking
Tanya
Dec 2024Verified booking
As so many others have mentioned, the only good thing about this tour was the transportation! The driver was perhaps the rudest person I've ever encountered while traveling (a person who voluntarily deals with tourists and still being this rude and inconsiderate, he honestly should be fired from this company!) Weather was unpredictable, which is beyond anyone's control, however, we were dropped off at Mt. V without being told that there was Zero visibility at the top or even being given the option to skip it, a total waste of an hour plus of our day. After the volcano, we were dropped off at Herculaneum. Far too much time was allowed for this location- it can be seen within an hour. By time we got to Pompeii, we were told that the buildings were going to be closed within 15 minutes. Having entered on the far end near the stadium, totally ruined our plan to see the highlights. We have actually been to Pompeii before and were very excited to be back, however this tour (or lack thereof) just ruined all we were excited about! DO NOT make the mistake that I did, I always take reviews with a grain of salt, but assume it of course cannot be that bad. Unfortunately this tour was the worst. We paid a good amount of money, which honestly we should have received a discount due to the bad weather or even a cancellation of the tour beforehand, we would have had a better day just doing our own thing! Would never recommend this tour for anyone, please go look elsewhere the tour and money spent will be better for you!
Diane
Oct 2024Verified booking
Good transport and organisation. Unfortunately the audio guides did not correspond to the places in Erculaneum. In pompeii, it was intermittent. Overall they were amazing places to visit. This company get you to the places, take the hassle out of buying the tickets, and drive you safely back at the end of the day.
jennifer
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized day. We were able to visit all 3 sites, without having to rush for Herculanum and Mount Vesuvius. For pompei, they show us the places to visit and the time allotted. Don't forget good shoes, as you'll be walking a lot. The team was top-notch. They even spoke a little French, even though we weren't supposed to. Audioguide for herculanum and pompei in French. Very nice!
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Jafar
Sep 2024Verified booking
I didn't really go, I didn't make it to the bus, but I managed to contact the organizater and got my pompeii entrance ticket and used them to go on my own. 10/10 communication experience
Karl
Dec 2024Verified booking
Weather and destinations. Less good the bus drivers, very loud and extremely fast
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Trevor
Oct 2024Verified booking
The bus between the two venues was good.
Peter
Oct 2024Verified booking
Jarred
Oct 2024Verified booking
Thomas
Sep 2024Verified booking
Christian
Sep 2024Verified booking
The bus journeys between the locations went smoothly. The distribution of tickets also worked well. The time management in Pompeii was poor. We had planned 2 hours, which is very short for this place. It was the last stop of the tour between 3 and 5 PM. It must have taken 15 minutes to walk inside to the buildings. On this day, for reasons unknown to me, Pompeii closed at 5 PM and from 4 PM the buildings were cordoned off and could no longer be visited from the inside. The organizer did not inform us that the buildings would be closed off so early, nor did they reschedule the tour due to the closure of the complex at 5 PM and went to Pompeii first. As a result, we had the least time at the largest of the 3 sites, as we effectively only had 45 minutes for the buildings in Pompeii. In my opinion, this was a planning error on the part of the organizer. Pompeii as the first stop would have been necessary on this day in order to be able to see more of the buildings from the inside.
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Samuel
Oct 2024Verified booking
It is a bit chaotic. Firstly the Busses stopped like 10 Meters ahead of the meeting point, which let some confused if this are really the right busses. They couldve shouted like Vesuvio Tour here, but they just started reading out the names of the people which were sometimes hard to hear when standing at the back of the crowd. They didn't check a single ticket so anyone could've came and said they were me and they would've just took them. The first stop in Pompeii was good, they gave you clear instructions, you got an audio guide and a map and were told to meet at the meeting point at a certain time. I didn't use the audio guide so can't say anything about it. Then we went to Vesuvio, also there we were told to be back at a certain time. I was back few minutes before and thought that they call out the names again, but for some reason they didn't and there were 2 of their buses. I was there 5 minutes before but almost missed the bus because of that confusion. Then we went to the Heraculaneum site, where we could not enter because the guard there said it was too late to enter. We all had our tickets that we paid for already but the bus driver took us back to the starting point in Naples. We didn't get offered any refund, no apology, nothing. While Pompei and Vesuvio was great, I cannot recommend this tour if you only get 2/3 of what you pay.
Liam
Sep 2024Verified booking
I booked a GUIDED TOUR, and the description say GUIDED TOUR, and we got an audioguide that in Herculeanum didn't work at all. Plus in Pompeii we got another audiguide and we booked with you guys because it say GUIDED, we don't like audioguides Such a wait of money and time! Don't trust in this company
Lucie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized trip, meeting points clear and easy to find. Enough time in each place to see everything. We highly recommend this activity, which allows you to see 3 emblematic places close to Naples in one day!
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Choose your Herculaneum ticketsHerculaneum and Pompeii
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Pompeii vs Herculaneum
Same, but not quite. Here's what unites and differentiates these two ancient sites.
Location
Vis-a-vis Mount Vesuvius, the rai·son d'ê·tre of Herculaneum and Pompeii’s posthumous fame, Herculaneum is situated closer to the volcano than Pompeii. Situated on the western foothills of the mountain, it is just 13 km away from the mountain.
Pompeii is located on the south-eastern base of Vesuvius, about 27 km away. Their respective locations were crucial determinants of the type of destruction both cities underwent in 79 AD.
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Eruption
Vesuvius exploded in two phases. In phase 1, a big cloud of ash, gas and pumice stones were ejected into the air, and sped south-east towards Pompeii. The town was badly affected by this outpouring of volcanic material.
Largely spared from phase 1, Herculaneum was badly hit in phase 2 of the eruption, when the pyroclastic surges began. Here, the suspended cloud of ash, rock and gas could no longer contain its weight, leading its contents to flow down the sides of the mountain and speed towards Herculaneum.
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Material destruction
Pompeii experienced the first half of Vesuvius’ wrath, where it rained ash and volcanic debris, collapsing roofs, columns and other structures. Massive rocks fell from the sky, obliterating buildings and people. By the time Vesuvius’ rage abated, several parts of Pompeii were buried under 10 m or more of ash.
Herculaneum’s fate was slightly different but perhaps more lethal: it suffered from the pyroclastic flows. The intense heat generated by these flows trapped roads, buildings and public monuments in a bubble, expelling air and inducing a vacuum. At certain points, Herculaneum was entombed under 75 ft of volcanic material.
Human life
In Herculaneum, the main cause of death was the pyroclastic surge — which is the collapse of the air column containing volcanic material. These flows engulfed Herculaneum and baked its citizens alive due to the scorching heat — leaching the bones of their organic matter and leaving only skeletons behind.
Researchers now believe that Pompeii’s residents breathed their last in less than 15 minutes, with their primary cause of death being asphyxiation and choking on volcanic gases (and not lava flows).
Discovery of Herculaneum bodies
Preservation
It was easier to excavate Pompeii as it was coated with a much shallower layer of ash when compared to Herculaneum. But this also meant that with the exception of a few preserved eggs and loaves of bread, organic matter was destroyed in Pompeii. The ash coating also couldn’t protect frescoes and statues from the elements for too long.
In Herculaneum, the heat effectively baked objects in place, even carbonizing organic remains like wood, food, cloth, paper and human waste. Luxurious villas were still in great shape when dug up, with two and three-storeyed houses still more or less intact (a sight unseen in Pompeii).
Excavation
Around 44 hectares acres i.e. two-thirds of Pompeii have been excavated and open to the public. However, close to 22 hectares still remain unexplored, and many archeologists are leaving this for future generations to tackle with better technology.
In contrast, only about an acre or so of Herculaneum has been fully exposed to the public, which means over 75% still lies hidden. New excavations are carried out haltingly as present-day Ercolano and the neighboring town of Portici have built settlements over Herculaneum, and subterranean digging would require the demolition of these current dwellings.
Trips to Pompeii and Herculaneum
Now that you’ve gained context on the two towns, here are your ticket options to visit them both.
Entry tickets
Suited for: Those on a budget
Duration: Flexible
- Avail standard entry to Pompeii and get skip-the-line access to Herculaneum with these tickets.
- There is no guide to assist you on this tour, so be sure you do your research before visiting! There are also no transfers from Pompeii to Herculaneum or vice versa. So plan your travel beforehand.
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Guided tours
Suited for: History buffs
Duration: 5-8 hours
- Your expert tour guide/archeologist will walk you through the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, regaling you with little-known facts, historic insights and anecdotes.
- While your guide is English-speaking, you can also tune into audio guides in 5 languages: Italian, English, Spanish, French or German.
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From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Guided Tour with Archaeologist
Round-trip transfers
Suited for: Families, elderly tourists
Duration: 5-8 hours
- Travel from Naples or Pompeii to Herculaneum and back with these round trip transfers, either in an AC coach or train.
- Benefit from a tour guide who will give you deeper insights into the ruins at Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius.
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From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip
Getting from Pompeii to Herculaneum
By train
By car
Travel Time: Roughly 45 minutes
- Board the L44088 towards Napoli Porta Nolana from the Pompeii Santuario station.
- Get down at the Ercolano Scavi station, from where the archeological park is 6-8 minutes away by walk.
Duration: 19 minutes
- Get on the A3/E45 fromSS 18 Tirrena Inferiore/SR18.
- Follow the A3/E45 toVia Cupa Monti in Ercolano. Take the exit to Ercolano Scavi from A3/E45.
- Continue on Via Cupa Monti. Take Via A. Bordiga and Via A. Moro to SS 18 Tirrena Inferiore/SR18.
- Park at the municipal parking lot at Viale de Papiri Ercolanesi or any of the other unguarded spots near Herculaneum.
Frequently asked questions about Herculaneum and Pompeii tours
Which visiting experience is better: Herculaneum or Pompeii?
Both offer unique insights into ancient Roman life, and one isn’t necessarily ‘better’ than the other per se. Herculaneum’s ruins are better preserved, offering an intimate insight into luxurious lives well-lived until they abruptly came to a halt. It almost feels like the residents would return to their still-standing houses. In contrast, Pompeii’s destruction is more evident — most houses have lost their second and third floors, frescoes and statues have faded over the course of time, and human casts showcase the victims’ last moments of agony and helplessness. Both equally paint a picture of preserved, ongoing loss that is haunting.
What are the advantages of visiting both Pompeii and Herculaneum?
It’s interesting to note the differences and similarities in how the Vesuvius eruption played out for both Pompeii and Herculaneum. While both were undeniably destroyed and never reconstituted, the nature of preservation is vastly different in both. Seeing these sites together helps us get a better picture of the aftermath of a volcanic episode and understand its many facets.
Why is Pompeii more famous than Herculaneum?
Pompeii is touted to be the more renowned of the two ruins since a lot more of the ancient site has been excavated than its neighbor Herculaneum. Pompeii, in general, was also known for its controversial alliances with violence, sex and sensation. In contrast, Herculaneum appeared more sober and laidback. However, recent impetus on Herculaneum studies has boosted awareness and intrigue behind this site as well.
What is the distance from Herculaneum to Pompeii?
Herculaneum is about 20 minutes away from Pompeii, and it takes just about 20-30 minutes by road to get from one site to another. From the Pompeii Scavi train station, you can also ride a train to the Ercolano Scavi station and back.
Can I visit both Herculaneum and Pompeii on the same day?
That depends on your ticket and the time available. A basic entry ticket gives you the flexibility of visiting the sites either on separate dates or on the same day. However, no guide will accompany you on this tour. If you book a day trip, you can see Pompeii, Herculaneum and even Vesuvius (if you so choose) on the same day. Although this itinerary would be more packed, you will benefit from having transport facilities and an expert tour guide.
Can I take a trip to Herculaneum and Pompeii with my children?
Yes, children are likely to be fascinated by the ruins and peeling frescoes. It’s a good idea to prep them beforehand by introducing them to books like Digging up the Past: Pompeii and Herculaneum by Peter Hicks or Pompeii Lost and Found by Mary Pope Osborne. They are even likely to enjoy the audio guides. However, seeing human casts at Pompeii or skeletal remains at Herculaneum might be distressing to them, so if they’re sensitive, it’s best to avoid visiting those exhibits.
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Carolynn
United Statesgiu, 2025
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Tickets were easy to obtain. When we arrived at the Herculaneum site we were greeted by the check in lady. We were introduced to the Archaeologist Theresa who was brilliant. The tour started on time with the small group as was promised. We all had headsets and could hear Theresa clearly. Her enthusiasm for her chosen profession was inspiring. I'm so glad she was working with us. I would recommend Theresa and this tour to all who are interested even a little, in the Herculaneum site and its history. You will be drawn in and want to learn more. Herculaneum was the main reason I came to Italy. It was so worth while, I loved every minute.
Thank you Theresa!!!
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Videau
Francegiu, 2025
Clear and simple online transaction. The only (big) drawback is the audio guide! Not in its operation, but in its design. The numbers don't correspond to anything on site, you don't know where you are and the sequences follow one another without any significant pause!
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Reynaldo
Chilemag, 2025
Perfect direct entry with no lines, only the audio guide sales are difficult to carry, the numbers do not match when walking through the ruins.
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets
Gouverneur
dic, 2024
Nice, unhindered visit, but a ticket cut out for the girl doesn't mean you get in any quicker, as you have to go and do the girl to get a ticket!
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Dagna
Australiamar, 2025
Our visit to Pompei and Herkulaneum was truly amazing, as we had an incredible tour guide who turned out to be also a professional archaeologist. Michael made the trip interesting and fun. Our driver Pasquale got us perfectly on time back to Naples centre!
From Pompeii: Pompeii and Herculaneum Guided Tour with Transfers
Nadezhda
Bulgariadic, 2024
Our tour guide Rafaelo was wonderful, he made our visit a memorable experince. He is a great professionalist, with remarkable sence of humor, perfect organizational skills and ability to maintain attention. Thank you, Rafaelo :))
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Vanderhauwaert
Belgiummag, 2025
Jozefina was top, good explanation during bus ride,pleasant person, full of passion. Herkulanium was very beautiful, beautifully preserved. Our guide was great, English explanation, calm, well explained, all questions were answered. Highly recommended!!!!!
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Gia
ago, 2018
My year old was never more attentive than during the tour. You are literally walking amongst the past, with the surroundings still perfectly preserved! Just lovely!
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