OVERVIEW: One of the ancient world's worst disasters preserved the Roman city of Pompeii for all time. Explore the city on your own and experience life as it was lived in 79 AD.
HIGHLIGHTS: Once part of a thriving empire, in 79 AD the city was devastated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Over 30 feet of volcanic ash and pumice stone covered Pompeii. Explore Pompeii at your own pace and see the wonders of the most famous excavations site in the world.
NOTES: This tour does not include entrance tickets to the Pompeii Archeological Site. Walking inside the site is at the guests' discretion over cobblestone, rocky streets, with steep inclines and approx. 20 - 25 steps.
Overview:
One of the ancient world's worst disasters preserved the Roman city of Pompeii for all time. Explore the city on your own and experience life as it was lived in 79 AD.
Highlights:
-Pompeii: Explore at your own pace the most famous excavations site in the world.
Full Description:
As you pass through Naples, you will see Mt. Vesuvius from a distance. You are on your way to the ancient city of Pompeii, one of the most famous excavations in the world.
Once part of a thriving empire, in 79 AD the city was devastated by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Over 30 feet of volcanic ash and pumice stone covered Pompeii. When you arrive at the entrance of the city, your escort will offer some information regarding the main points of interest such as the Forum, the mansions and the art of wealthy patricians who moved to Pompeii to escape the turmoil of Rome. You will have the opportunity to see countless paintings and inscriptions, streets with raised pavements on both sides, and the stepping-stones that ensured pedestrians a safe crossing at intersections.
What to Bring:
- You should take your SeaPass card (provided onboard the ship) and photo identification when in port.
- Camera and cash for shopping
- Sun protection and sunglasses
What to Wear:
- Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.
Important Notes:
-This tour does not include entrance tickets to the Pompeii Archeological Site. -Guests must be able to walk approximately 1.5 miles over cobblestone and even and uneven ground with steep inclines and approximately 20 - 25 steps.
-Walking inside the Pompeii excavations is at the guests' discretion over cobblestone, rocky streets, even and uneven ground with steep inclines and approximately 20 - 25 steps and the site is not wheelchair accessible.
-A map of the site will be provided at the ticket office.
-The drive between Naples and Pompeii is approximately 30 minutes each way, dependent on traffic conditions.
