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3.8(4)
From $184
per person
10 hours 30 minutes
Day Trips
Rome

Pompeii and Herculaneum Guided Tour by High-Speed Train from Rome

At a Glance

Type
Day Trips
Duration
10 hours 30 minutes
Rating
3.8/5 (4)
Price
From $184/person
Meeting Point
Roma Termini, Via Giovanni Giolitti...
Cancellation
Free cancellation

Highlights

  • Hop aboard a pre-booked high-speed train from Rome to Naples and delve into a guided tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum in a small group.
  • Enjoy a brief, comfortable minivan ride from Naples to Pompeii and start by exploring Pompeii's highlights such as the amphitheater and the forum.
  • With an expert archaeologist guide by your side, learn how the city was buried under ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD.
  • Take a quick transfer to Herculaneum by minivan for a 2-hour visit to the site before returning to Naples central station to catch a fast train back to Rome.
  • Fun fact: Archaeologists found a library with hundreds of carbonized papyrus scrolls in Herculaneum's Villa of the Papyri, a major discovery in ancient literature.

Tour Details

High-speed adventure from Rome This day trip to Pompeii from Rome stands out for its comfort, quality, and convenience compared to traditional bus tours. With a high-speed train, travel time from Rome to Naples is just one hour, and a brief 35-minute journey by air-conditioned coach brings you directly to Pompeii. Step into a world frozen in time as a local guide animates the ancient cobblestone roads, bringing history to life with each step. Be sure to visit the Forum, the heart of Pompeii's civic life, surrounded by impressive structures like the Temple of Jupiter and the Basilica.

See the well-preserved houses of Pompeii, such as the House of the Faun and the House of the Vettii, to glimpse into the daily lives of its former inhabitants. See Herculaneum with a guide Following the guided tour in Pompeii, hop on a shuttle to Herculaneum. Accompanied by a seasoned archaeologist guide, Take a comprehensive two-hour exploration of the site. Delve into the ruins, including notable highlights such as the House of Neptune and Amphitrite, and take in the poignant sights at the beach, where numerous preserved skeletons bear witness to the city's tragic fate.

You'll also have the opportunity to see other archaeological treasures, such as the Suburban Baths, and the Villa of the Papyri, known for its remarkable collection of ancient scrolls. Relax during a minivan transfer back to Naples central station, where you'll catch a fast train to Rome.

What's Included

  • Day-trip from Rome to Pompeii and Herculaneum
  • Round-trip high-speed train tickets between Rome and Naples
  • Roundtrip transportation service from/to Naples
  • Archaeologist guide
  • Entry tickets to Pompeii and Herculaneum

Not Included

  • Food & drinks

Is This Tour Worth It?

This day trips activity is positively reviewed at 3.8/5 across 4 reviews, running 10 hours 30 minutes from $184 per person, with free cancellation available.

Best For

Families
Less ideal for: Wheelchair users · Those with limited time

Pros

  • +Free cancellation
  • +5 items included
  • +Booked through Headout

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