Ruins of Pompeii
Port
Salerno, Italy
Activity Level
high
Duration
4:00 Hours
Step back in time as you explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Pompeii, a Roman city frozen at the moment of its destruction. On a guided walk through the ancient streets, you’ll discover remarkably preserved baths, theatres, a former wrestling ground and elegant villas that once bustled with daily life.
As you wander, vivid details bring the past to life: wine jars still rest on tavern counters, stepping stones remain in place to help citizens cross rain‑soaked streets, and intricate mosaic floors and colourful frescoes continue to impress nearly two thousand years on. Among the most moving sights are the plaster casts of Pompeii’s inhabitants, offering a poignant reminder of the catastrophic eruption that abruptly ended life here.
Your expert guide will share the fascinating story of Pompeii — from its vibrant Roman heyday, through its tragic destruction, to the extraordinary excavation and preservation that has revealed its secrets over centuries.
En route to the site, enjoy scenic views of Mount Vesuvius, the still‑active volcano that towers over the landscape and forever shaped this region’s history.
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