Herculaneum Ruins, Naples Tour and Pizza Experience

9:30AM | Arrival to Herculaneum and Tour

The Herculaneum Ruins are one of the most famous archeological sites in the world, alongside it’s sister-site Pompeii, it is also recognised as a UNESCO world heritage site after being buries by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The best way to fully be immersed in this experience is with a guide as they have expert knowledge on the history of this famous archeological park, another great advantage of hiring a guide is that you will be able to skip any queue and have a fast track access in entering the site, especially if you’re visiting as a family with small children, your entrance tickets are also included within the price so you will not have to worry about quieting to purchase your tickets and then queuing again to enter. The guides are also very child friendly and will be able to keep your children entertained and engaged throughout the walking tour, giving them a more exciting experience of learning about the history of these ruins. The complete tour will take approximately 1 hour and a half.

11AM | Herculaneum to Naples

The journey from Herculaneum to Naples will take approximately 45 minutes depending on traffic and you will be able to enjoy the stunning panoramic views in the comfort of the private car with our driver.

11:45AM | Pizza Experience in Old Town

Our next stop on the tour is simply something that cannot be missed, especially when in Naples. The best place to enjoy a classic and delicious Neapolitan style pizza is of course in the Old Town of Naples. This is where many of the original pizzerias began, their use of traditional methods passed down by generations alongside using freshly grown local produce as well as a few secret ingredients is what makes for the perfect pizza and trust me, once you take your first bite you will agree with us. Our experienced and highly knowledgeable driver will be able to recommend you some of the best local pizzerias where you can enjoy a traditional and delicious Neapolitan pizza, no visit to Naples is complete without enjoying this delicious meal. The Old Town is located in the heart of Naples and here you can admire all of the old school beauty of the area, the busy markets, the historical references at every corner, the vibrant colours and the aromas that light up your senses. The city’s historical centre was also declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995, this Historical Centre is based on the same urban foundations as Greek architecture. The main roads to visit are Via Dei Tribunali and Via San Biagio Dei Librai, or as called by the locals, ’Spaccanapoli’, precisely because of the way in which it splits the city in two.

1:15AM | Panoramic Tour and Ice Cream Stop

After lunch you will have the opportunity to take a nice stroll to a panoramic viewpoint of Naples, from Santa Lucia you will arrive at Mergellina where you can enjoy the spectacular views of the Island of Capri, Ischia and the Sorrento Coast as well as the iconic and historic Mount Vesuvius which is the crown of Naples. Make sure you have your camera or phone is at the ready as here you will have the perfect opportunity to take some great pictures. After admiring the breathtaking views and before heading back to Sorrento, of course there is still a little room for one more delicious sweet treat before making your way home. What better snack than a delicious traditional Italian ice cream? Our driver will be able to recommend to you some of the best places in the city to enjoy a typical Italian gelato, there are many flavours to choose from, we guarantee you will not want to miss out on this moment.

3:30PM | Return to Sorrento

The time has come to make your way back to Sorrento, with your camera full of the amazing pictures of what you experienced today. One of our professional drivers will take you back to your accommodation and you will travel in optimum comfort with all the essentials. A great advantage of opting for a full day tour is that you are able to visit two main attractions in one full day, great if you are only staying in Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast for a few days. It is possible to add on additional visits at the end of this tour, if this is something you are looking for please let us know at the time of booking and we will be able to assist your further.