Private Tour of Pompeii with a Local Archaeologist Guide

From$456
12 hours
Max 21 people
Commentary: Guide · en
Private tour
Rome, Italy

About this activity

Experience an exclusive private tour of Pompeii led by a licensed local guide and get an intimate glimpse into the fascinating world that was frozen in time in 79AD when Mt. Vesuvius erupted, burying the once prosperous Roman city.

Highlights

  • Tour Pompeii with an expert, local, licensed guide by your side
  • Total flexibility: go at your own pace and ask as many questions as you like!
  • Skip the line with pre-booked priority entry tickets

Full description

Hiring a private guide for a tour of Pompeii offers an unparalleled experience enriched with historical insights, personalized attention, and the flexibility to explore at your own pace. 

Meet your guide at a designated location by the entrance to Pompeii. With a knowledgeable local expert by your side, you can be sure your experience will be elevated beyond the typical "beaten path" tour. You'll delve deep into Pompeii's past, uncovering the fascinating details and little-known anecdotes behind its ruins. Highlights include exploring the Forum, where political and social life thrived; marveling at the intricate frescoes and mosaics adorning ancient villas, offering glimpses into daily life; visiting the haunting plaster casts of Pompeii's residents, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius; and experiencing the grandeur of the Amphitheater, where gladiators once battled amidst the roar of the crowd. With a private guide, you'll not only see these iconic sights but also gain a deeper understanding of their historical significance, ensuring a truly memorable recollection of this incredible piece of history. 

 As you delve deeper into the city's past, poignant reminders of its tragic fate lie around every corner. Visit the market stalls and dwellings, then view the thermal baths and the haunting plaster casts of Pompeii's residents frozen in their final moments by the ash and debris of Vesuvius' eruption. It's a somber yet profound experience, bearing witness to the magnitude of the disaster caused by Mt. Vesuvius. 

Included / Excluded

  • Licensed private tour guide
  • Skip-the-line entry tickets to Pompeii
  • Gratuities
  • Personal extras
  • Transportation

Important information

Know before you book

  • Due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges

Know before you go

  • Remember to bring a hat, sunblock, and water on hot summer days

Requirements

Information required at booking

  • Full Names of each traveler

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

All cancellations must be received in writing. Tours will be refunded if cancelled more than 24 hours before the tour start time, however the following penalties apply: <div>For tours entering the Pompeii Archeological Park (venues where tickets are non-refundable) a penalty of $30 per person will be retained.</div>