Classic Herculaneum Tour

One of the more impressive but lesser known sites of the Amalfi Coast is the ruins of Herculaneum. The town met its fate in 79 A.D. as did Pompeii; but Herculaneum was farther from the blast and kept much of its original architecture and feels like you are actually in a complete town. Located outside this is a walking tour and has less walking than Pompeii and many areas offer shade. Bring a hat and lots of water. This tour is guided by our professional guides so you will have the opportunity to ask questions.

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Classic Herculaneum Tour

>Price Per Person $75<

Type: Group

Guided: Yes

Duration: 4 hours

Departs From: Sorrento

Departs When: Wed Only AM

Guided? Yes

Good for Seniors? Yes, lots of walking

Good for kids? Yes, lots of walking

Entrance Tix included? No

Our journey takes us along the gorgeous coastal road through Castella mare di Stabia and out along the highway to Herculaneum. Herculaneum was destroyed along with Pompei in 79 AD, and rediscovered in 1709. It was a residential town without Pompei's commercial importance, surrounded by the villas of the wealthy Romans. When the catastrophe of 79 AD occurred Herculaneum was submerged under a torrent of mud and lava that hardened into a soft tufa (a kind of course rock) that preserved many of the timber features and house hold objects which can still be seen today. A large portion of the old Herculaneum is still buried under the modern town and even today excavations are going on to discover what treasures lie buried under the rock, to the extent that some families are being rehoused so work can continue.

** Sometimes certain areas may not be available to visit due to closure for renovation work. The guide will inform the exact itinerary during the tour **

Departs: Wednesday Only, 8:10 am from Sorrento.

Duration: 4 hours

Tour price based on Euro dollar and subject to change.

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