Pompeii and Naples – Day Trip from Rome

Famously lost to the world in 79 AD, Vesuvius’ ash kept much of Pompeii’s ruins intact; sheltered away from the outside world. The site has been expanding as Vesuvius’ shroud has been slowly excavated away, opening up new discoveries as recently as 2018.

The preservation of Pompeii is both what makes the site so famous, so fascinating to study, and so attractive to passers-by. The area was once extremely wealthy, with a history dating before the Roman era. It thrived even through the Roman period, requiring a cataclysm at this scale to wipe it from the map. But thanks to the undying passion of Italian historians and archeologists, Pompeii thrives once more – just in a more scholarly role, teaching us fascinating secrets of the ancient Italian world.

After this, we will contrast Pompeii’s antiquity with the modernized streets of Naples: one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Take in the sights and sounds as you and your guide venture through several key destinations, including Castle Maschio Angioino, Plebiscito Square, and Naples’ National Archeological Museum.

Originally built in the 16th century, this incredible museum offers a collection of the most breathtaking sculptures you will ever witness. A must-see for anyone interested in Greek and Roman history, this museum has dedicated itself to archiving and preserving some of the greatest statues from both histories. It also holds a significant collection of 2,500 Egyptian pieces, offering the museum a cross-continental prestige.

Marble and bronze statues, crafted to make inanimate earth look unmistakably alive, offers renderings of mythological and historical figures. From Aphrodite to Hercules, you will find characters of all shapes and sizes presented in immaculate detail.