Informations
Description

This fully private guided tour of Herculaneum is crafted entirely around your pace and interests — offering a relaxed, insightful, and deeply personal journey into one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological sites. Your day begins with a comfortable private transfer from your accommodation in Naples to Herculaneum, where your expert licensed guide will be waiting to welcome you right at the entrance. With priority access, you’ll skip the lines and step straight into a Roman city frozen in time. Buried in 79 AD by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, Herculaneum was sealed beneath a thick blanket of volcanic material that protected not just stone buildings, but also fragile elements like wooden beams, furniture, vivid frescoes, intricate mosaics, and even food remnants — offering an intimate window into everyday life nearly 2,000 years ago. Wander through ancient streets and discover some of the site’s most remarkable spaces: the House of the Deer, with its refined wall paintings and seaside view; the evocative House of the Skeleton, where human remains bring history hauntingly to life; and the College of the Augustales, once a hub of religious and civic activity. You’ll also visit the Central Baths, still divided into men’s and women’s sections with original basins and changing rooms intact, and marvel at rare details like a wooden folding door in the Partem Domus Lignea. The experience culminates in the Salone della Barca, where a Roman boat recovered near the ancient shoreline offers a moving glimpse into the town’s dramatic final moments. Throughout the two-hour tour, your guide will enrich the visit with engaging stories, historical context, and thoughtful commentary — turning ancient ruins into vivid, lasting memories. And with private transportation and flexible scheduling, this immersive experience is as seamless as it is unforgettable.

Highlights
  • Private round-trip transfer from Naples to Herculaneum with an English-speaking driver
  • Fully private tour with your own expert, licensed guide
  • Skip the lines and avoid the crowds for a relaxed, immersive experience
  • Personalized itinerary tailored to your interests and pace
  • In-depth storytelling and expert insight for a truly unforgettable visit
The price includes
  • Private transportation with English-speaking driver from/to your hotel in Naples 
  • Expert private local guide with live commentary
  • Priority Access to Herculaneum Archeological Site
The fee does not include
  • Food and beverages
Program
  • Pickup from your accommodation or central meeting point in Naples with comfortable private transportation
  • Arrival at Herculaneum and meet your expert licensed guide at the entrance
  • Enjoy a 2-hour private walking tour, tailored to your interests and pace
  • Explore the site’s most remarkable highlights — villas, baths, temples, and more
  • The itinerary is fully customizable, allowing time for questions and your personal curiosities
  • Relax on your return transfer back to Naples
Know before to go
  • Wear comfortable shoes – ancient stones make for uneven paths!
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen, especially during the summer months -  there’s little shade at the ruins
  • The tour is flexible: your guide will adjust the experience to suit your pace and curiosity
  • Not accessible for wheelchair users
Meeting point

Please confirm Pick-up time and location at the time of booking.

For the hotels not reachable because of streets restriction the pick up location will be at the closest meeting point.

Informations
  • Your private licensed guide will meet you directly at at the entrance of the Herculaneum archaeological site and leave you after the guided tour 
  • An English-speaking driver will accompany you throughout the day
Cancellation policy

To receive a full refund, travelers can cancel up to 48 hours before the start date of the experience in the local time zone.

No refunds will be given after this time period.