The eruption buried Herculaneum deeper and gentler, saving wooden beams, mosaics and upper floors Pompeii lost. Smaller site, richer detail, shorter queue.
Discover well-preserved Herculaneum with an expert archaeologist guide on a skip-the-line tour from Naples, ideal for history buffs and curious travelers.
Most Popular★ 4.8“Expert knowledge of guide Great English, sense of humour to 👍”
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3,439 reviews2 hoursFrom $53by Askos Tours
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Discover Pompeii and Herculaneum with an expert archaeologist guide on a small group tour that covers highlights, history, and insights in just one day.
★ 5.0“Diego was our guide around Pompeii. He was very passionate and knowledgeable about all the buildings and aspects of the site.”
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1,350 reviews6 to 11 hours (approx.)From $77.09by Askos Tours
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Discover the ruins of Herculaneum with an archaeologist in a small group. Skip the lines, explore ancient homes, baths, and learn history firsthand.
★ 5.0“Antonella brought ancient history to life with her tour- we learned a lot but it was never dry. Any visit to Herculaneum would be greatly diminished without her.”
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994 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $53.81by Askos Tours
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Explore well-preserved Roman ruins at Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry, an insightful audio guide, and flexible self-guided exploration for $32.
★ 4.3“Good experience exploring this ancient site. Obtained tickets easily. At the site, juggled between 3 service desks to enter and get audio head set.”
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870 reviews1 dayFrom $15by Tempio Travel Sorrento
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Discover ancient Rome with a full-day tour from Naples visiting Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius, combining history, scenery, and convenience.
★ 4.5“We really enjoyed the activities. It's basically a do it yourself tour with a personal driver though.”
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547 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $145.12by Di Sarno Car Service - Tours & Excursions
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Discover the ancient wonders of Pompeii and Herculaneum on a full-day guided tour from Naples, including a local lunch, with expert guides and hassle-free transport.
★ 4.5“If you’re planning to visit soon, be prepared—it’s really hot! Bring umbrellas, handheld fans, and plenty of water. That said, the experience was incredible! Our guide was both knowledgeable and fun, and we truly enjoyed every moment.”
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421 reviews6 to 7 hours (approx.)From $120.68by Napoli City Vision
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Discover Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius on this private full-day tour. Explore well-preserved ruins, climb to the crater, and enjoy expert guidance for a memorable experience.
★ 5.0“Antonini was amazing. Very thorough. Knows his history! Went out of his way for a disabled family member and helped with the wheelchair. Best guided tour we have ever taken.”
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279 reviews8 to 9 hours (approx.)From $120.98by A DRIVE INTO THE BLUE
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Discover Herculaneum with this guided tour from Naples, including transportation, expert guides, and a glimpse into ancient Roman life—ideal for history buffs.
★ 4.5“A really good way to see Herculaneum with comfortable transport and knowledgeable guides to show you. Would be 5 stars but the transport was really late (45 minutes) without any explanation or apology”
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169 reviews3 hours (approx.)From $82.06by Worldtours
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Discover Herculaneum with a small-group guided tour in Naples, exploring well-preserved Roman ruins, private homes, shops, baths, and ancient streets for an authentic experience.
★ 5.0“This tour started on time and lasted exactly 2 hours. Francesco our guide did a wonderful job explaining how the eruption effected the area and the different effects between Pompeii and Herculaneum.”
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140 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $50.81by Pompeiify
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Discover Herculaneum’s well-preserved ruins with a knowledgeable archaeologist guide in a personalized 2-hour private tour. Perfect for history lovers and curious travelers.
★ 5.0“Brilliant guide and learned a huge amount about the site. Excellent would recommend. Guide was friendly and punctual”
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132 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $178.38by Askos Tours
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Discover Pompeii and Herculaneum in a single day with this guided high-speed train tour from Rome, combining expert insights with seamless logistics for an unforgettable experience.
★ 5.0“Although it’s a long day, totally worth the time. Train tickets for Rome to Naples arrived the day prior and the train trip itself was excellent on a high speed train. Meeting point was easy to find and it was great to be in a…”
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103 reviews11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $204.38by Askos Tours
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Discover Pompeii and Herculaneum with a private 5-hour guided tour, skipping lines, exploring ruins, and gaining insights into ancient life in Italy.
★ 5.0“We travelled to Pompeii and Herculaneum from Naples to enjoy this tour with Raffaele. We were met at the entrance where Raffaele took care of the tickets and asked us what we were most interested in seeing at Pompeii. His wealth of knowledge, having worked…”
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103 reviews5 hours (approx.)From $461.98by Withlocals
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Explore Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius in one private day trip from Naples. Comfortable transport, free time at each site, and scenic views await.
★ 5.0“Antonio was excellent!! He was polite, courteous, patient, and always on time. He even took time to give us a little tour of Naples afterward. However, know this is just chauffeur service. Does NOT include tix to any sites but “skip the line” are available…”
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81 reviews8 to 9 hours (approx.)From $518.92by Di Sarno Car Service - Tours & Excursions
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Discover the ancient ruins of Herculaneum with a convenient private transfer from Naples, offering flexible exploration and authentic Roman life glimpses.
★ 4.5“Expected to be collected, have a tour guide or at least audio, provided with water, be there 4 hours. Instead we got taken by driver, left for 2hours collected and taken back to cruise ship. This was basically a taxi ride with nothing else included…”
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79 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $167.61by Italy tour experiences
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Discover the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum with an expert archaeologist guide, private transport, and a flexible, immersive experience in Naples.
★ 5.0“This was an incredible experience worth every penny! My wife and I were picked up at our hotel in Napoli by Giovanni in a private Mercedes van. He delivered the two of us to Pompeii in the morning, then to Herculanuem just after lunch, and…”
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78 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $666.75by Askos Tours
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