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Private Transfer & Herculaneum Tour
From€377.5
5 hours
Piano di Sorrento, Italy
About this activity
Enjoy a seamless journey from Sorrento to Naples with a private transfer, complemented by a guided tour of the ancient Herculaneum ruins, all in a single, convenient package.
Highlights
- Explore ancient Herculaneum ruins
- Private, comfortable transportation
- Expert local guide
- Flexible departure times
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Full description
Discover the rich history of ancient Rome with this exclusive private transfer from Sorrento to Naples, featuring a guided tour of the remarkable Herculaneum archaeological site. Once a thriving Roman town, Herculaneum was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, preserving its structures and artifacts remarkably well. Your expert guide will lead you through the well-preserved streets, villas, and baths, offering insights into daily life during the Roman Empire. The private transfer ensures a comfortable and personalized experience, with flexible departure times to suit your schedule. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sorrento are included, making this excursion both convenient and enriching. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a unique adventure, this tour offers an unforgettable glimpse into the past.
Included / Excluded
- Private transfer from Sorrento to Naples
- Guided tour of Herculaneum archaeological site
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sorrento
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Parco Acheologico di Ercolano, Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano Italy, 10 minutes Casa dei Cervi, Cardo V Sito Archeologico di Ercolano, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes College of the Augustales, Herculaneum Archeological Park, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes Casa del Rilievo di Telefo, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno, Herculaneum Archeological Park, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes House of the Skeleton, Herculaneum Archeological Park, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes Central Thermae, Herculaneum Archeological Park, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes Casa del Salone Nero, Herculaneum Archeological Park the junction of Cardo IV with the Decumanus Maximus, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes Casa Sannitica, Herculaneum Archeological Park, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes Casa del Bel Cortile, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes House of the Grand Portal, Herculaneum Archeological Park, Ercolano Italy, 15 minutes
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
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The house receives its name from marble statues of stags/deer found in the peristyle.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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M. Nonius Balbus was the city's major benefactor restoring and building many public buildings. On his death he was made patron and feted with many honours, detailed in the long inscription on his funeral altar.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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It is thought that the building was a centre of the cult of the Emperor Augustus and the headquarters of the Collegium Augustalium (or possibly even the local curia).
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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It is very important house for the elegant wooden partition remained.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The House of the Skeleton probably the aggregation of three smaller buildings, derives its name from the discovery of human remains in a second floor room in 1831.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The Central Thermae were built around the beginning of the 1st century AD and were divided, as was then the common practice, into men's and women's baths, each with their own separate entrances.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The House of the Black Hall is one of Herculaneum's more luxurious mansions. The house has a monumental entrance which still retains the carbonised remains of the doorposts and lintel.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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The house has an arrangement that was typical of the Samnites (an ancient people of the Sabine race who occupied this mountainous part of central Italy). The splendid atrium is skirted by a gallery with Ionic columns. The rooms are decorated with frescoes.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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This is one of the most original houses in Herculaneum. It has a courtyard with a stairway and a stone balcony instead of an atrium.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: YES
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is wheelchair accessible; please inform us in advance if assistance is required.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure your camera is charged to capture the ancient ruins.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Infant car seats are available upon request
- Herculaneum ruins' entry tickets: 16 euros (adult) 2 euros (EU citizens 18-25 y.o.)
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The transfer was...
The transfer was comfortable and convenient. The tour at Herculaneum was fantastic. Susanna was great, very friendly and knowledgeable. 2 hours was just right.
Andy_UOct 12, 2025VIATOR
Additional information
Infant car seats are available upon request