Pompeii: Guided Tour

Get guided around the ancient archaeological wonder of Pompeii

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Accompanied by an expert guide, discover the ancient archaeological marvel of Pompeii
Receive a tour of the 50-hectare site to uncover the remarkable tale of Pompeii's destruction, and its subsequent unearthing from the volcanic ashes
Admire the ancient residences, water features, sculptures, wall paintings, and the amphitheater of the city while facing the imposing presence of Mount Vesuvius

Summary

Constructing a city next to a live volcano doesn't always lead to the desired outcomes - just look at Pompeii as an example. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 C.E. resulted in the destruction of the city and its residents. Interestingly, the scorching volcanic ash acted as a preservative, maintaining the site intact and creating one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the world. Today, after thousands of years, visitors can explore a snapshot of ancient Roman civilization with the assistance of an expert guide.

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Constructing a city next to a live volcano doesn't always have the desired outcome - as proven by the case of Pompeii. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 C.E. resulted in the destruction of the city and its residents. Strangely enough, the incredibly hot volcanic ash also protected the area impeccably, creating one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the world.

After millennia have passed, it is now possible to explore an ancient Roman lifestyle preserved like a time capsule, guided by a professional.

2,000 years ago, during the eruption of Vesuvius, an amount of thermal energy equivalent to 100,000 times the combined impact of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki nuclear bombings was released. Unfortunately, Pompeii was doomed from the start.

Preserved in time for nearly two millennia, Pompeii remains as a remarkable wonder of ancient times. Explore this distinctive UNESCO World Heritage Site with a guided tour and trace the paths of Italy's foregone civilization.

Spanning across a 50-hectare expanse of ancient wonders, you will be led through the remnants of residences, water features, sculptures, paintings, and a particularly remarkable amphitheater - all while being overseen by the imposing presence of Mount Vesuvius.