Overview
Experience the best of Ancient Rome on this day trip from Rome to the best-preserved Roman settlements in Italy: Pompeii and Herculaneum. Enjoy a Pompeii private tour first, with skip-the-line access, before Herculaneum. Both sites were destroyed by the terrific eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. On this day trip, you’ll discover what life was once like here and the horrific tale of how it ended.
First, you’ll join an expert, local guide for a tour of Pompeii. Your guide knows everything about this fascinating archaeological site. See all the highlights of the town, including its theaters, the Forum and evocative plaster casts of those who died here. Discover all the fine culture and depravity of Ancient Rome.
Onwards to Herculaneum, a pleasure retreat for Rome’s wealthiest citizens. See how Rome’s wealthy relaxed on their summer getaways. Discover the bathhouses, adorned in mosaics, the Grand Villas and even a luxurious pool which made this the perfect place to unwind.
What's Included
- Headsets for groups of 6 or more
- Hotel pick-up and return (within central Rome)
- Optimized itinerary for clientele with disabilities
- Transport between sights
- Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese
- Skip-the-line admission
- Full tour from an expert guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drink
Meeting and Pickup
Our professional driver will pick you up right out of your accommodation in central Rome and will welcome you on board of with its comfortable new van, ready to drive you South through the Italian countryside.
What To Expect
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Pompei (moderna)
5 hours Admission Ticket Included
Parco Acheologico di Ercolano
5 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- Headsets for groups of 6 or more.
- Hotel pick-up and return (within central Rome).
- Optimized itinerary for clientele with disabilities.
- Transport between sights.
- Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese.
- Skip-the-line admission.
- Full tour from an expert guide.
- Gratuities (optional).
- Food and drink.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Herculaneum and Pompeii Private Tour: Day Trip from Rome by Car is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Herculaneum and Pompeii Private Tour: Day Trip from Rome by Car will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Headsets for groups of 6 or more
- Hotel pick-up and return (within central Rome)
- Optimized itinerary for clientele with disabilities
- Transport between sights
- Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese
- Skip-the-line admission
- Full tour from an expert guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
