Visit the ruins of ancient Pompeii, buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and preserved almost intact for centuries. The tour will give you a taste of the lifestyle of its inhabitants and the surprising number of villas, shops and public buildings that archaeologists have unearthed. Stop along the way to a local factory to learn more about the process of Cameos and Handcrafted Corals, jewelry made of corals and shells (if time permits).
During this 2-hour tour of Pompeii, you will learn about the daily life of the Romans in the 1st century AD. Your guide will lead you through the theater, where the citizens have enjoyed shows; along the ancient shopping street full of preserved bakeries and pizzerias; and, he will take you to see the house of the richest man in Pompeii. From there, you get to see the traditional sites of Pompeii, including the necropolis, forum, and bathing houses.
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