Pompeii and Oplontis: Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

5.0 (2 reviews) Pompeii, Italy
Duration4h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Embark on a fascinating journey through two remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Pompeii and Oplontis. This small-group tour, led by an expert archaeologist, begins at Pompeii’s Porta Marina Superiore entrance. Over two hours, explore the western section of the ancient city, discovering the basilica, forum, macellum, thermal baths, theaters, and a beautifully preserved domus, all vividly showcasing life before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. After a short break, travel by train to Torre Annunziata to visit the luxurious Villa Poppaea in Oplontis. Enjoy a guided tour of this opulent Roman villa, featuring stunning frescoes, lavish gardens, and thermal baths, all immaculately preserved under volcanic ash. This comprehensive tour offers a deep dive into Roman history, architecture, and daily life, making it an unforgettable cultural experience.

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What's included

  • Guided tour by an archaeologist
  • Circumvesuviana one-way ticket from Pompeii to Torre Annunziata - Oplontis
  • Small Group (maximum 20 people per guide)
  • Headsets (for groups of 16 or more)
  • 'Pompeii Express' and Oplontis entrance ticket
  • Food and drinks

What to expect

  1. Archaeological Park of Pompeii
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Meet the guide at the main entrance of the archaeological site called "Porta Marina Superiore". The guide will be holding a sign with our company's name "Askos Tours" on the top.
  2. 15m · Admission ticket included
    Basilica was an open portico that gave shelter to merchants and other activities
  3. Foro de Pompeya
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Have a look of the ancient main square of Pompeii
  4. 15m · Admission ticket included
    In the granary you will see marble tables and baths for fountains that adorned the entrances of houses and some casts of victims of the eruption as well as that of a dog and a tree.
  5. Via dell’Abbondanza
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Walk through the main street of Pompeii
  6. 20m · Admission ticket included
    The house of Menander is one of the richest and most magnificent houses in ancient Pompeii in terms of architecture, decoration and contents
  7. Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane)
    15m · Admission ticket included
    These occupy a vast area between the Brothel lane, the Holconius crossroads and the Via Stabiana. They represent the oldest thermal complex in the city
  8. Pass by
    Visit the most famous brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii
  9. 15m · Admission ticket included
    The house of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii
  10. Odeon - Teatro Piccolo
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Have a look of the so called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii
  11. Teatro Grande
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the most important Theater in Pompeii
  12. Scavi di Oplontis
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Arrive at the second stop of the day and start the tour
  13. Villa di Poppea
    1h 15m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the luxurious Villa di Poppea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet the guide at the main entrance of the Pompeii ruins called Porta Marina Superiore, opposite to the Hortus restaurant. The guide will hold our tour sign to be recognized.

End point

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issue or impairments, because of steps and ramps, little steep climb, please contact us and ask for a suitable private tour for your needs

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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