• Piazza Angelina Lauro - The journey begins at Piazza Angelina Lauro, the central meeting spot in Sorrento, near the red tulip sculpture. Here, participants will meet their local guide and an Askos Tours staff member who will accompany the small group throughout the tour. Arriving a few minutes early is recommended for a smooth start.
• Piazza Porta Marina - Enter the archaeological site of Pompeii through the Porta Marina entrance, a key gateway to the ancient city. The guided tour, led by a licensed archaeologist from Askos Tours, will introduce the history, urban layout, and daily life of Pompeii before the 79 AD eruption.
• Basilica - Explore the open portico that provided shelter for merchants and various activities.
• Foro di Pompei - View the ancient main square of Pompeii.
• Via dell’Abbondanza - Stroll along the main street of Pompeii.
• Insula dei Casti Amanti - Situated along Via dell’Abbondanza, the Insula of the Chaste Lovers features remarkable frescoes depicting intimate daily life moments, including the famous affectionate couple. This stop offers a brief yet vivid glimpse into the elegance and domestic atmosphere of ancient Pompeian homes.
• Granaries of the Forum - Observe the marble tables and baths for fountains that adorned house entrances, along with casts of eruption victims, a dog, and a tree.
• Stabian Baths (Terme Stabiane) - Visit the oldest thermal complex in the city.
• Vicolo del Lupanare - Explore the most renowned brothel in the ruined Roman city of Pompeii.
• House of the Faun - The House of Faun was one of the largest and most impressive private residences in Pompeii.
• Odeon - Teatro Piccolo - View the so-called Teatro Piccolo of Pompeii.
• Teatro Grande - Visit the most significant theater in Pompeii.
• MaxiMall Pompeii - Enjoy a short break at Maximall Pompeii, the largest shopping center in Southern Italy, where participants will receive an exclusive welcome kit and discount card, offering special deals in stores.
• House of the Deer - Named after marble statues of stags/deer found in the peristyle.
• La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo - M. Nonius Balbus was a major benefactor of the city, restoring and building many public structures. Upon his death, he was honored as a patron with many accolades, detailed in the long inscription on his funeral altar.
• College of the Augustales - Believed to be a center for the cult of Emperor Augustus and the headquarters of the Collegium Augustalium (or possibly the local curia).
• Casa del Rilievo di Telefo - Possibly owned by one of the town’s leading benefactors, Marcus Nonius Balbus, this house is unique with its private access to the adjoining Suburban Thermae to the south.
• Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno - This house is significant for its elegant wooden partition that remains.
• Archaeological Park of Herculaneum - Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum.
• Central Thermae - Built around the beginning of the 1st century AD, the Central Thermae were divided into men’s and women’s baths, each with separate entrances.
• House of the Black Salon - The House of the Black Hall is one of Herculaneum’s more luxurious mansions, featuring a monumental entrance with carbonized remains of the doorposts and lintel.
• Casa Sannitica - Typical of the Samnites, this house features a splendid atrium bordered by a gallery with Ionic columns, with rooms decorated with frescoes.
• Casa del Bel Cortile - One of the most original houses in Herculaneum, featuring a courtyard with a stairway and a stone balcony instead of an atrium.
• House of the Grand Portal - A beautiful domus in the center of the archaeological area, with various environments, colonnades, frescoes, and charred remains of wooden parts.
• House of the Skeleton - Likely an aggregation of three smaller buildings, this house is named after the discovery of human remains in a second-floor room in 1831.
• Piazza Angelina Lauro - At the end of the excursion, participants will be driven back to Piazza Angelina Lauro. This central location in Sorrento serves as the drop-off point, allowing for a comfortable conclusion to the day and continuation of other plans.

• Priority entry to both archaeological sites
• Certified archaeologist guide
• Transportation in an air-conditioned minivan
• ‘Pompei Express’ and Herculaneum entrance tickets
• Headsets for groups larger than 6 participants

• Food and drinks

Embark on an enchanting journey through ancient Rome with this tour starting from Sorrento, visiting the historic landmarks of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Travel comfortably in a modern, air-conditioned minibus or minivan, ensuring a personalized and relaxing experience. Guided by an expert archaeologist, delve into the ruins of Pompeii, where ancient streets, public squares, and thermal baths vividly depict Roman life before the eruption of Vesuvius. After the tour, take a break at Maximall Pompeii, where you can enjoy shopping benefits with a personalized discount card and welcome kit.

Proceed to Herculaneum, renowned for its remarkable preservation, where detailed frescoes and intact structures offer a window into the past. This excursion blends convenience, education, and exploration, providing a truly unforgettable journey through time.

• Travel time is included
• No dogs allowed in the vehicle for this option - service animals allowed
• Herculaneum ruins’ entry tickets: 16 euros (adult)
• Not suitable for visitors with mobility issues, wheelchair or stroller users.
• Not recommended for visually impaired guests unless accompanied by a dedicated personal assistant
• If you are travelling with suitcases, we recommend storing them in a luggage deposit (for example at the station or any facility of your choice) during the excursion. It may not always be possible to accommodate luggage on the minibus, as not all vehicles are equipped with a luggage compartment.

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