Full-Day Archaeological Tour: Herculaneum, Oplontis, Pompeii from Naples

Highlights

• Explore Herculaneum
• Visit Oplontis
• Discover Pompeii

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Archeological Park of Herculaneum

   2h

   The first stop is Herculaneum, which you will have 2 hours. Herculaneum - named after one of the Roman mythological heroes, Hercules - was destroyed by the 79AD eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. The slow walk across of Herculaneum will allow you to observe the molding of civilization into this remote town. Buried by the same eruption as Pompeii, it’s now a marvelous historic site filled with an abundance of history and breathtaking views. These cities offer spectacular ruins, relics and interesting markings left behind by the people who did not survive the eruption. (We'll recommend this guide to you, if you need a guide)

2. 2

   Scavi di Oplontis

   1h 30min

   You will be looking for the Villa of Poppea. Oplontis is an ancient Roman seaside villa situated between Naples and Sorrento. It is also referred to as the Villa Oplontis. On this tour, you will see well-preserved frescos and small garden alcoves. Evidence suggests that it was owned by Emperor Black and believed to have been used by his second wife Poppaea and her main residence when she was not in Rome. (We'll recommend this guide to you, if you need a guide)

3. 3

   Archaeological Park of Pompeii

   2h 30min

   You will have 2 hours to explore this ancient ruin which was buried under meters of ash and water after the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79A.D. Filled with an abundance of history, this partially buried town offers captivating scenery that one must personally see to believe. It is a must-see landmark that will provide you with a thoroughly unique experience. (We'll recommend this guide to you, if you need a guide)

4. 4

   Apa 1848

   20min

   (OPTIONAL STOP) THE UNIQUENESS OF CRAFTS "MADE IN ITALY" FROM TOREE OF GRECO THROUGHOUT THE WORLD APA, historical brand Made in Italy, is synonymous with high quality and great skill in manufacturing, and has always been recognized internationally. For many years, it is boasting demanding customers and true connoisseurs of the artistic-traditional manufacturing of coral and cameos. In the historic venue of Torre del Greco you can visit the museum room with antique collections of coral jewelry, cameos and bronze statues in Neoclassical style.

Before you go

Location

Corso Resina, 187, 80056, Italy