Herculaneum Half Day - ItaliaTours.com

Roman baths, houses of patricians, beautiful mosaics and murals - discover the way the Romans lived from the ruins of the ancient city of Herculaneum in Italy. A famous archaeological site, Herculaneum was buried under a river of volcanic mud when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, which also destroyed Pompeii.

Herculaneum makes for a fascinating study of Roman life with well preserved ruins like the Suburban Baths, Forum Baths, Argus House and House of the Deer. Some of these structures have impressive murals, paintings and floor mosaics depicting scenes from daily life. A tour of this archaeological site is a memorable journey back in time to see how the Romans lived in Italy.

Itinerary:
The tour starts from the Piazza Lauro in Sorrento at 0815h (8.15am). Travel by coach, accompanied by a guide along a beautiful coastal road through Castellammare di Stabia and join the highway to Herculaneum.

Herculaneum was buried by a river of volcanic mud and destroyed with Pompeii in 79 AD when Mount Vesuvius erupted. A Roman fishing and port town, it was rediscovered in 1709. This ancient city has many villas with well preserved mosaics, and Roman baths with deep pools and bas-reliefs. A large portion of old Herculaneum is still buried under the modern town and excavations are being carried out to discover what treasures lie buried under the rock.

Enjoy a guided tour which will encompass many houses of this ancient city like Argus House, House of the Deer, House of Mosaic Atrium and House of Neptune and Amphitrite. The Suburban Baths and Forum Baths are also a must see for their mosaics and murals.

At the end of the tour you will be returned to Piazza Lauro in Sorrento, you will arrive around 1215h (12.15pm).

Inclusions:

English speaking guide
Round trip transportation in coach

Exclusions:

Entrance fees
Hotel pick up & drop off

Additional Info:
Entrance fees to Herculaneum’s ruins- € 10.00 per person (Payment on the day).
Since certain areas may be closed for renovation, the exact itinerary will be communicated by the guide during the tour.
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have.