Herculaneum and Vesuvius Tour with Local Lunch
Excursions & day trips

Herculaneum and Vesuvius Tour with Local Lunch

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$132.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Do this because
  • Unearth the secrets of Herculaneum, a town frozen in time
  • Wander through ancient, narrow streets and see the public baths and boathouses
  • Savour a typical Italian lunch at a well-loved restaurant
  • Grab striking pictures over Naples, at the top of Mt. Vesuvius
  • Local expert guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Herculaneum
What to expect

Wandering around the archaeological site of Herculaneum is just like stepping through an open-air history book. On this tour, you'll visit what remains of this once-thriving seaside town, as well as see Mt Vesuvius – the architect of its destruction. Andrea, one of our local experts, says, 'Unlike Pompeii, Herculaneum's deeper burial under volcanic mud resulted in an astounding level of preservation. It's a quieter, more intimate experience'.

After Vesuvius's dramatic 79 AD eruption, Herculaneum became a town frozen in time. Now resurrected from its volcanic slumber, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is brimming with stories untold. On a guided tour with trusty headsets, you'll see the haunting boathouses – the sombre final chapters of desperate refugees – and the town's beautifully preserved marble floors, mosaics, and vibrant frescoes. Andrea says, 'Like many Roman towns, Herculaneum had a complex of public baths, which were a hub of daily life. These baths are particularly well-preserved and showcase the complex heating systems and detailed mosaics that adorned their walls and floors'.

Lunch will be at a friendly, local restaurant, serving up Italian classics. You'll then head up the mighty Mount Vesuvius – the only active volcano in mainland Europe. With its eye-catching panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea and Naples, it's well worth the trip. The surrounding terrain, sculpted by past eruptions, only adds to the jaw-dropping scenery.

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What's included
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  • check Guide
  • check Admission fees
  • check Lunch
What to remember
  • You can't take any bag larger than 30x30x15cm into Herculaneum – there's a free-of-charge cloakroom where you can leave belongings
  • Transport may be from a predetermined pick-up location
  • Groups for the visit to the archaeological sites will be a maximum of 25 guests, but transport to them may be in coaches holding more passengers — this is for environmental and ecological reasons to try to reduce traffic in the local area
  • On the first Sunday of each month, entrance to the archaeological sites is free of charge. This has already been deducted from the price on the relevant dates
  • In the event that access to the crater is not possible due to adverse weather conditions, customers will receive a refund equivalent to the entrance fee
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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