Pompeii Walking tour

Pompeii...The Forgotten City 

Pompeii used to be a resort town in the South of Naples, located  on the western coast of Italy.  Many wealthy Romans had "country homes" there.  On a fateful summer`s day in 79 AD, Mt Vesuvius erupted, spewing volcanic ash and lapilli (a small, lightweight pebbly material) over the village of Pompeii.  At it`s largest,  Pompeii had a population of approximately 20,000 people.  Most people fled the eruption but an estimated 2000 people did not and died from toxic gasses or were buried in the eruption along with the city.  The erruption that lasting for almost a full day, buried Pompei under some 25 feet of volcanic material.

While Pompeii remained in the local`s  memories, as time passed it`s location was lost.  Rediscovered in the 1700`s the excavation was started, but not until the mid 1800`s was there meticulous recording of the discoveries.  Amazingly preserved by the lapilli and ash, much information from Pompeii has been regained.  Almost 2,000 years later, you will have the opportunity to explore the preserved ruins of this famous disaster.

This tour does not include transportation but you will meet your guide directly in Pompeii in front of the entrance of the Scavi. 2 hours is the duration of this private tour where your guide will show you the highlights of this incredible archeological site.

Pompei Admission Information:

• Reserved tickets are not available but are to be paid upon entry.
• You will skip the general admission lines with our walking guide.
• Pompei Admission Prices: New seasonal pricing applies
  • 13.00 Euros per adult & Free for kids aged 17 & under May through October
  • 11.00 Euros per adult & Free for kids aged 17 & under November through April
  • Headsets if required based on party size, admissions, lunches and gratuities are not included in the price of the tour.