Description
Leave Rome along the Autostrada del Sole southwards. Halfway to Naples, the Abbey of Montecassino, completely rebuilt after the total destruction in the Second World War, can be seen high up on the hill to our left. Then on into the fertile countryside surrounding Naples. After a short panoramic sightseeing, on the way to Pompeii stop for a visit to an ancient cameos and coral factory in Torre del Greco. Then on to Pompeii for lunch at a restaurant and visit of the excavations.
19 centuries ago during the summer of 79 AD, Vesuvius suddenly re-erupted, completely destroying Pompeii and Herculaneum. Its ashes, gases and hot clouds claimed numerous lives but at the same time preserved the existing environment and a way of life typical of the ancient Roman society at its height. The layer of ashes preserved intact people and everyday items, food and domestic animals; all remained steady and hidden until the first half of the 18th century when regular digs were organized.
At the end of the visit proceed to Rome where passengers are dropped off at several points in the city center, around 8:30 pm.
Notes
Sightseeing Details: This tour is provided on a pre-reserved basis. Tours are confirmed upon receipt of payment and are non-refundable and non-changeable.
Meeting point: Hotel pick-ups are arranged at tour confirmation. These take place between 6:30 am and 7:00 am.
Ending point: Return to hotels or nearest central drop-off point.
Year round: Departs Vastours terminal daily at 7:15am.
Blackout dates: Tour closed Dec 25th and January 1. No tour on March 16, 2008 due to the Rome Marathon.
Entrance fees: All entrances included. Tour includes lunch
Child discount: Applies for children ages 2-8. Under 2 are free.
Note: Tour guides are multi-lingual and the tour may be conducted in other languages as well as in English.
Nonrefundable and nonchangeable once paid in full.
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