Prepare yourself for a fantastic day as you visit three amazing sights! Your private tour of Pompeii, Vesuvius and Herculaneum will start with our driver meeting you at the port of Sorrento in a Mercedes vehicle. As you make your way to the ruins, you'll be treated to stunning views of the Volcano and the beautiful Neapolitan Riviera.
Please note: chauffeured drivers can provide you with basic commentary during your drive and will show you as much as he can; however once you arrive at the village or site, you will be left to explore them on your own.
Pompeii stands among the world's most renowned archaeological sites, famed for its remarkably preserved remains after Vesuvius's AD 79 eruption. Likely founded in the 7th or 6th century BC and conquered by the Romans in 80 BC, it sheltered about 20,000 residents at the time of its destruction, boasting a sophisticated water system, an amphitheater, a gymnasium and a harbor. Its main street, Via dell’Abbondanza, offered a bustling snapshot of daily life.
Herculaneum, encased in volcanic rock, reveals the eruption’s scale. A light ash fall caused little damage, followed by six flows of boiling mud that buried buildings from the bottom up and preserved the site. The rapid infilling prevented collapses, allowing visitors to glimpse ancient Roman life. Early excavations began in the 18th century in the Herculaneum area. In 1709, the Prince of Elbeuf, while digging a villa well, uncovered the town’s theatre.
Mount Vesuvius looms over the Bay of Naples, reaching 4,203 feet and remaining active, though largely quiet. The crater’s base lies about 800 feet below the rim. Its famous eruption on August 24–25, 79 A.D. devastated Pompeii, Herculaneum and Stabiae. On its slopes, Falanghina, Coda di Volpe (Caprettone) and Piedirosso del Vesuvio grapes are grown to produce Lacryma Christi, a dry, aromatic wine with a pronounced bouquet.
Please note: Entrance fees, meals and drinks are not included. A certified English speaking guide is highly recommended at Pompeii for a better experience and because of your time frame; two hours is the minimum number of hours required for hiring a guide. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water (especially in the summer) for this tour.
