Herculaneum
Napoli and Mount Vesuvius
Pozzuoli Amphitheatre
Pozzuoli, Temple of Serapide
Ruins of Herculaneum
Herculaneum
Pompeii ruins
Tour highlights:
Discover Roman urban life at Pompeii’s forum and amphitheatre
Mosaics, frescoes and artifacts at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples
Herculaneum’s exceptionally preserved houses
Accompanied by an expert tour lecturer throughout
This journey explores the heart of Roman Campania, where everyday life, luxury and catastrophe have left an archaeological record of exceptional clarity. Centred on Pompeii and Herculaneum, it also ranges across Baiae, Pozzuoli and Naples, revealing the broader landscape of Roman urbanism, leisure and power. Cities, villas, bath complexes and amphitheatres are complemented by the collections of the National Archaeological Museum, together offering a vivid and well paced introduction to one of the Mediterranean’s most compelling archaeological regions.
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| 07 - June - 2027 | £ 2455.00 | Travel Info Book Now |
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Provisional Timings London Heathrow Departing: 07th June 2027 at 10:05 Returning: 11th June 2027 at 15:50 |
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| 27 - September - 2027 | £ 2455.00 | Travel Info Book Now |
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Provisional Timings London Heathrow Departing: 27th September 2027 at 10:05 Returning: 01st October 2027 at 15:50 |
Day 1: London to Naples
Depart London Heathrow for Naples then transfer by coach to our hotel for a four-night stay. Evening welcome drink, dinner with wine and talk from your tour lecturer.
Day 2: Pompeii
We spend the full day exploring Pompeii, the Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. Walk through its streets and visit key sites such as the amphitheatre, theatre, and forum, which reveal the civic and cultural life of the city. See the bathhouses and thermopolia (bars), offering a glimpse into daily routines and social customs. Newly reopened areas from ongoing excavations provide fresh perspectives on this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your tour lecturer will be on hand with their expert commentary, giving insight and depth to the visit.
Day 3: Naples and Pozzuoli
This morning we travel west to visit the Parco Archeologico delle Terme di Baia, a complex of terraced Roman baths and villas. Then travel to Pozzuoli to visit its impressive Roman amphitheatre, one of the largest in Italy. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon visit the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, one of the world’s finest collections of Greco-Roman art and artifacts, and renowned for its collection of mosaics, frescoes, and artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Day 4: Herculaneum and Villa Oplontis
Start the day at Herculaneum, a smaller yet remarkably preserved site that offers intimate glimpses into Roman homes and streets. Its wooden structures, upper floors, and household items survived the eruption, offering unique insights into Roman domestic life. The Antiquarium provides additional context through its collection of finds. In the afternoon, visit Villa Oplontis, a grand seaside residence attributed to the family of Emperor Nero. Its elaborate frescoes and architectural design reflect the opulence of imperial leisure during the first century AD. Farwell dinner.
Day 5: Departure
Free time today before our transfer to Naples airport for the return flight to London Heathrow.
NB: Exact order of excursions may vary according to local conditions and tour manager’s discretion.
Please note the maximum group size on this tour is 23 travellers.
Tour Grading: This tour has been graded as demanding due to the amount of time spent walking and standing for viewing at attractions. Most sites will be very uneven underfoot, with no handrails, and limited places to sit. Any paths may be cobbled, grassed, or gravel. For further information, please visit the mobility page on our website, or call our team if you have any questions prior to booking.
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Hotel Forum, Pompeii
This four-star classic, well‑located hotel is set directly opposite the entrance to the Pompeii archaeological site, offering guests an unbeatable base for exploration. The hotel facilities include a bar, garden, restaurant, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views towards Mount Vesuvius. The comfortable bedrooms offer TV, WIFI, telephone, safe, hairdryer, and tea/coffee making facilities.
YOUR EXPERT TOUR LECTURERS
Dr Jamie Sewell has fifteen years’ experience supervising excavations in Britain, Germany, Romania and Italy, including digs in Pompeii and Sicily. He received his doctorate in Classical Archaeology from the University of London and has authored books and articles on the archaeology of towns in Hellenistic Italy and in the broader Mediterranean region. His ongoing research is focussed on how and why larger settlements in Italy transformed as a result of the Roman conquest of the peninsula during the Republican period.
Jamie has lectured at Durham University in the UK and Humboldt University in Berlin. With over 20 years’ experience as a guide working in Germany, Italy, North Africa, France and the UK, he is a master storyteller.
Diana Blumberg is an archaeological scientist specialising in the analysis and conservation of archaeological materials. She is currently engaged in advanced postgraduate study at Sapienza University of Rome. As artefacts supervisor on multiple field schools at Pompeii and Portus in Italy, as well as at Birdoswald Roman Fort in the United Kingdom, she has trained students in identifying and processing a wide range of finds.
Alongside her fieldwork, Diana has shared her expertise in the classroom, teaching archaeological laboratory classes at Newcastle University, delivering lifelong learning courses in classical archaeology at the University of Southampton, and lecturing on undergraduate modules at the University of Winchester.
