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What is Private Pompeii and Herculaneum Experience?

Private Pompeii and Herculaneum Experience is a tour in Piazza Esedra, Pompeii (Porta Marina entrance), which lasts about 6h. You request your date on BlueKeys and our concierge confirms availability before any payment. Included: Private licensed tour guide (full day), Your group only, up to 8 people, Meeting with the guide: Porta Marina entrance, Piazza Esedra, Pompeii, Route planned with the guide before the visit.

Excursionby Pompeii Guide Tour

Private Pompeii and Herculaneum Experience

375 € for 1–3 people · 413 € for 4–8

Your private visit

BlueKeys

from 375 € for 1–3 people · 413 € for 4–8 · 6h · departs from Pompeii

When

People

2

Departure

09:00

Piazza Esedra, Pompeii (Porta Marina entrance)

 375 €total

Private visit with a licensed guide: you pay the deposit online, the rest on the day.

Duration

6h

Group size

Max 8

Meeting point

Piazza Esedra, Pompeii (Porta Marina entrance)

Departure

09:00

Both cities of AD 79 in one day
Pompeii Forum and amphitheatre
Herculaneum's intact houses and shoreline
Private group up to 8 people

About this tour

The two cities destroyed by Vesuvius in AD 79, on the same day, with the same private licensed guide. In the morning Pompeii, with its Forum, houses and amphitheatre; in the afternoon Herculaneum, smaller and astonishingly intact, with wooden upper floors and its ancient shoreline. Travel between the two sites is up to you (about 20 minutes; private driver available on our tours). On 23, 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January the guide's rate is 50% higher.

Itinerary

Pompeii, Porta Marina

09:00

Meet your guide and visit the Forum, the baths and the finest houses.

Lunch break

12:00

Free time for lunch (not included) and transfer to Herculaneum.

Herculaneum

13:30

Houses, mosaics, baths and the ancient shoreline; end of the day.

How to get there

Pompei Scavi – Villa dei Misteri station (Circumvesuviana) is next to Porta Marina; by car, exit Pompei Ovest.

What's included

  • Private licensed tour guide (full day)
  • Your group only, up to 8 people
  • Meeting with the guide: Porta Marina entrance, Piazza Esedra, Pompeii
  • Route planned with the guide before the visit

Not included

  • Entrance tickets
  • Meals and drinks
  • Transport (available with a private driver on our tours)
  • Guide pick-up at your hotel or the airport: on request, +€63

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoesSun protectionWater bottle

Your guide

Luca Sciplino

Pompeii Guide Tour

Luca Sciplino

Host since March 2026

Licensed archaeological guides specializing in Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Vesuvian archaeological sites. Over 15 years of experience bringing ancient history to life for visitors from around the world.

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Responds within an hour

Cancellation policy

BlueKeys deposit: refundable up to 7 days before, then non-refundable. Balance to the operator: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour

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How do I book this tour?

Book Private Pompeii and Herculaneum Experience directly through BlueKeys. Select your date, choose the number of guests, and pay securely online. No hidden fees.

What is the cancellation policy?

BlueKeys deposit: refundable up to 7 days before, then non-refundable. Balance to the operator: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour

What is included in the price?

The tour includes: Private licensed tour guide (full day), Your group only, up to 8 people, Meeting with the guide: Porta Marina entrance, Piazza Esedra, Pompeii, Route planned with the guide before the visit.

What should I bring?

We recommend comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a light jacket. For boat tours, bring a swimsuit, towel, and waterproof phone case. Cash is needed for the Blue Grotto entrance fee.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Most of our tours welcome children of all ages. Life jackets in children's sizes are available on boat tours. Please mention any special requirements when booking.

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