Half Day Morning Tour of Herculaneum from Sorrento

Sorrento, Italy
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If you're just looking for a bite-sized tour, this half day gives us plenty of time to show you the ancient site of Herculaneum. A residential coastal town which has been superbly preserved due to the fact that it was covered in volcanic mud during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.

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Stop At: Parco Acheologico di Ercolano, Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano Italy

The archaeological excavations of Herculaneum have returned the remains of the ancient city of Herculaneum, buried under a blanket of ashes, lapilli and mud during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79, together with Pompeii, Stabiae and Oplonti.

Found randomly following the excavations for the construction of a well in 1709, the archaeological investigations in Herculaneum began in 1738.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned coach (max 50 seats)
  • Entrance fees to Herculaneum site

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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