Pompeii Private Tour with Archaeologist Guide
by Askos Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€295Overview
This private walking tour of Pompeii lasts about two hours and is led by an archaeologist. It covers the main highlights of the ancient city destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The guide meets guests at the Porta Marina Superiore entrance holding an Askos Tours sign. The tour includes visits to key sites such as the House of the Vettii, the Lupanar, the Termopolium, the theatres, the House of Faun, the Stabian Baths, and Abbondanza Street. Participants also see the Baths of the Forum, the Macellum, the House of Menander, the Barns of the Forum, and the Forum itself. The guide explains the history of the streets and buildings, including the plaster casts of Pompeii’s victims. The tour does not include the entrance ticket or transportation. It may be suitable for wheelchair users if notified in advance, but closed shoes are recommended due to the uneven terrain. The tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Porta Marina Superiore Entrance
Meet the guide at the main entrance of Pompeii called Porta Marina Superiore. The guide holds a sign with the company's name Askos Tours.
10 min
House of the Vettii
Visit the House of the Vettii, one of the principal residences in Pompeii.
10 min
Lupanar
See the Lupanar, the ancient brothel with preserved frescoes.
10 min
Termopolium
Stop at the Termopolium, an ancient fast-food counter.
10 min
Theatres of Pompeii
View the theatres, including the large amphitheater and smaller theater.
5 min
House of Faun
Visit the House of Faun, one of Pompeii's largest and most impressive homes.
10 min
Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
See the Stabian Baths, an extensive complex used for public bathing.
10 min
Via dell’Abbondanza
Walk along Via dell’Abbondanza, the main street lined with shops and houses.
10 min
Baths of the Forum
View the Baths of the Forum near the city’s central square.
10 min
Macellum
See the Macellum, the ancient market building.
5 min
House of Menander
Visit the House of Menander, known for its frescoes and mosaics.
10 min
Barns of the Forum
View the Barns of the Forum, storage buildings near the central square.
10 min
Foro de Pompeya
End at the Forum, the main public square and political center of Pompeii.
10 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is opposite the Hortus restaurant, the guide will have an Askos sign or sign with your name written on it The maximum amount of time allowed for delays is 10/15 minutes
End point
Leaving the guide at the ruins of Pompeii. The guide will be happy to help you with useful information on how to get back to the accommodation or the closes train station.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Pompeii Private Tour with Archaeologist Guide
by Askos Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€295Overview
This private walking tour of Pompeii lasts about two hours and is led by an archaeologist. It covers the main highlights of the ancient city destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The guide meets guests at the Porta Marina Superiore entrance holding an Askos Tours sign. The tour includes visits to key sites such as the House of the Vettii, the Lupanar, the Termopolium, the theatres, the House of Faun, the Stabian Baths, and Abbondanza Street. Participants also see the Baths of the Forum, the Macellum, the House of Menander, the Barns of the Forum, and the Forum itself. The guide explains the history of the streets and buildings, including the plaster casts of Pompeii’s victims. The tour does not include the entrance ticket or transportation. It may be suitable for wheelchair users if notified in advance, but closed shoes are recommended due to the uneven terrain. The tour is not recommended for travelers with mobility difficulties.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Porta Marina Superiore Entrance
Meet the guide at the main entrance of Pompeii called Porta Marina Superiore. The guide holds a sign with the company's name Askos Tours.
10 min
House of the Vettii
Visit the House of the Vettii, one of the principal residences in Pompeii.
10 min
Lupanar
See the Lupanar, the ancient brothel with preserved frescoes.
10 min
Termopolium
Stop at the Termopolium, an ancient fast-food counter.
10 min
Theatres of Pompeii
View the theatres, including the large amphitheater and smaller theater.
5 min
House of Faun
Visit the House of Faun, one of Pompeii's largest and most impressive homes.
10 min
Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
See the Stabian Baths, an extensive complex used for public bathing.
10 min
Via dell’Abbondanza
Walk along Via dell’Abbondanza, the main street lined with shops and houses.
10 min
Baths of the Forum
View the Baths of the Forum near the city’s central square.
10 min
Macellum
See the Macellum, the ancient market building.
5 min
House of Menander
Visit the House of Menander, known for its frescoes and mosaics.
10 min
Barns of the Forum
View the Barns of the Forum, storage buildings near the central square.
10 min
Foro de Pompeya
End at the Forum, the main public square and political center of Pompeii.
10 min
Meeting point
The meeting point is opposite the Hortus restaurant, the guide will have an Askos sign or sign with your name written on it The maximum amount of time allowed for delays is 10/15 minutes
End point
Leaving the guide at the ruins of Pompeii. The guide will be happy to help you with useful information on how to get back to the accommodation or the closes train station.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.