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Naples and Pompeii Day Tour from Rome
Duration:
13 hours Starts from:
Rome,
Italy
price: from 115 EUR
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TOUR DESCRIPTION
Witness the devastation caused to Pompeii in the famous AD79 eruption of the Mount Vesuvius. See the remarkably well preserved remains of the city as you wander the streets and learn of it's history. Take a city tour of Naples to see Basilica of San Francesco Di Paola, San Carlo Opera House and much more.
Naples and Pompeii Day Tour is a journey to discover art, history, folklore and archaeology in one of the most symbolic regions of southern Italy. Depart Rome along the "Highway of the Sun", passing through the Roman countryside known as the area of "Castelli Romani" (Castles of Rome). During the journey you will be able to see the Abbey of Monte Cassino, famous for its battle and complete destruction during the Second World War. Arriving in Naples proceed towards the hill of Posillipo. Admire the spectacular views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, which erupted in AD79, devastating the towns of Pompeii and HerculaneumDescending towards the port of Mergellina, you will arrive in the ancient fishing quarter of Santa Lucia and see the impressive Castel dell'Ovo (Egg Castle) for a photo stop. Continue crossing the historical center of Naples to view Piazza Del Plebiscito, the Royal Palace, the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, the San Carlo Opera House, the Gallery of Umberto I and the imposing Maschio Angioino. Next, you will cross the valley of Mount Vesuvius, passing through the the villages of Ercolano (Herculaneum), Torre del Greco and Torre Annunziata before arriving in Pompeii for the lunch stop
After lunch, take a guided two hour walking tour of the ancient city of Pompeii with a local guide. A thrilling archaeological journey will unfold. Walk through the ancient ruins buried in ashes after Mount Vesuvius erupted and appreciate this UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back 1,700 years. Discover the everyday life of the Imperial Age and imagine the panic felt by the people in those last few minutes before the city was so disastrously buried. After the walking tour of Pompeii, board the coach for your return journey to Rome (approximately 3 hours). Stop at the Coral and Cameo Factory along the way, where you will have the opportunity to admire and purchase items of this ancient craft dating back to the Greek period
ROUTE DETAILS
Start from: Rome,
Italy
Visited cities:
Rome
Finish point: Rome,
Italy
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Access for disabled: no
Guidance type: guided tour
Tour languages: English
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