From Rome: Pompeii and Herculaneum by High-Speed Train
Centro Storico, Pompei, Rome
Explore the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum in one day on this tour from Rome that includes fast train and shared minibus transportation. Visit two famous archaeological sites with an archaeologist.
This guided small-group tour from Rome includes fast train travel and visits to the archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, ideal for history enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Explore key buildings at Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Learn about the Roman city and victims of the Vesuvius eruption
- Receive expert insights from your archaeologist guide
- See plaster casts of animals and people who perished in Pompeii
Description
Board a fast train from Roma Termini Station to Naples with your pre-booked tickets. Upon arrival at Naples central station, meet your guide and transfer by minibus to Pompeii.
Visit Pompeii’s main attractions including newly-opened houses, plaster casts of victims, the brothel, and other significant sites, accompanied by your archaeologist guide.
Enjoy a break at Maximall Pompeii, the largest shopping mall in Southern Italy, where you can use your exclusive discount card and welcome kit for special offers.
Next, transfer to Herculaneum for a two-hour guided visit. Explore the ruins, including the House of Neptune and Amphitrite, and view the beach area with hundreds of preserved skeletons.
Return by minibus to Naples central station and board a fast train back to Roma Termini, completing the round trip. Trains between Rome and Naples take approximately 70 minutes.
Includes
- Guided tours with an archaeologist at Pompeii and Herculaneum
- “Pompeii Express” entry tickets
- Herculaneum entry tickets
- Round-trip fast train tickets from Rome to Naples
- Transportation by minibus from Naples train station to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and back
- Exclusive branded welcome kit and discount card for Maximall Pompeii
- Headsets for all participants
Excludes
- Meals
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
- The tour operates rain or shine; bring a raincoat if necessary
- Expect about one mile of walking in Pompeii and half a mile in Herculaneum
- Storage for suitcases during the excursion is recommended; minibus luggage compartments are not guaranteed
- Entry tickets to Herculaneum cost €16 for adults
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early and bring comfortable walking shoes. Morning departures offer a cooler visit during warmer months.
