126 - Naples Port To Pompeii

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• Admire one of the most famous trade ports of the Roman Empire with an expert guide

• Discover what life was like for the people of Pompeii over 2000 years ago

• Marvel at the extremely well preserved ancient ruins of this Roman maritime city

• Soak up the stories of that fateful day when Mt. Vesuvius destroyed this city

• Dive into the ancient Roman history with an archaeologist guide by your side

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LivTours’ Naples Port to Pompeii is a great tour if you are a history lover who wants to make the most of your vacation time. Enjoy a day of history in comfort and style as you are met by a private driver in a luxury air-conditioned car to be whisked away to nearby Pompeii. Your day is further enhanced by seeing this unique excavation site in the company of an archeologist guide.

This jaw-dropping Roman settlement was destroyed by the explosion of nearby Mt Vesuvius undoubtedly making Pompeii one of Italy’s most well preserved archaeological sites. The maritime town of Pompeii was a typical ancient Roman settlement founded 80 B.C. but a sudden eruption of Mt Vesuvius in 79 A.D. buried it under 6 meters of ash and wiped it off the map until it was rediscovered in 1599. It has the honor of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 and set out over 163 acres - with 42 acres still to be excavated! Having a knowledgeable guide by your side is essential to discovering the story behind the life and times of this ancient port town and the modern day excavations which have helped bring it back to life.

Come walk the streets of Pompeii with an expert archaeologist guide!

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Your LivTours’ Naples Port to Pompeii Tour starts directly outside your cruise ship where your private driver will be waiting for you with a comfortable air-conditioned car to take you straight to Pompeii. Upon arrival in Pompeii, you will be met by your guide and together you will enter the world famous excavation that is still active today and being excavated by international archeologists. Be sure to share your interests and curiosities about the excavation site so that your guide can incorporate those into your tour. You will enjoy priority access into Pompeii, maximizing your time with your guide.

One of Italy’s best preserved archaeological sites, Pompeii is best seen with an expert tour guide. The city was an ancient Roman port town founded in 80 B.C., but a sudden eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. buried Pompeii under 6 meters of ash. Wiped completely off the map, the city was forgotten about until it was rediscovered in 1599.

This horrible incident, which froze daily life in action, allows us a glimpse into ancient Roman life. This private Pompeii tour is guided by an archaeologist, or an archaeology expert, who will paint a picture of the ancient city. They will bring to life images of the hustle and bustle that once filled the streets and buildings. Your private guide will show you the amazing mosaics and murals and walk you around the public baths, constructed with central heating and saunas.

The archaeological area of Pompeii has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997. Many of our exclusive tour guides are archeologists, and they are ready to share amazing anecdotes, discoveries and stories about Pompeii and the surrounding historical areas.

When you have satisfied your hungry minds your private chauffeur will be ready with the car to take you back to your cruise ship in Naples.

Please Note:

*Pompeii is an ongoing excavation site. The suggested itinerary might encounter some changes depending on the archaeologists daily duties.

*Please remember to add information about your cruise ship - cruise line, ship name and terminal - under “Additional information” in the booking form.

*Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.

Special Information:

From June 1-August 31 we are thrilled to participate in a crowdfunding campaign to sustain and restore Pompeii! All you have to do is book your Pompeii tour and we will donate 5% of your booking to the restoration of the Domus of the Centaur.

To learn more about this exciting new sustainable initiative please watch this video: LivItaly Tours Commitment.