Herculaneum & the Archeological Museum of Naples – Private tour from Rome

The Province of Naples is a magical place where colors, flavors, culture and history are intertwined in a charming mix of knowledge, joy and fun. The area is loomed over by Mt. Vesuvius and overlooks a marvelous bay, whose beauty has served as driving inspiration for many an artist. The allure of the landscape, the beautiful islands that dot the blue waters of the Mediterranean like jewels, the energy of a fiery and vivacious people open the doors to that joie de vivre that pervades every inch of this land, whose popular songs and delicious recipes never fade. The multitude of places will excite every type of tourist: from the art and history enthusiast to the nature and sea lover, from the enogastronomy to the ancient traditions. Two places highlight and define the bay: the Sorrento Bay to the south and the magnificent area of Phlegraean Fileds to the north. In the center of this arc lies Naples with the majestic Vesuvius directly behind it. The sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum are of great archaeological value and are famous worldwide for their astounding number of ruiins. The entire area is interspersed with finds from the long-ago past, especially those that saw the presence of the Roman emperors that first recognized the beauty of this terrain. Not to mention the natural masterpiece created over the course of the millennia by the volcanic eruptions and lava flows that have drawn such a unique landscape: it is a reminder of the strength and grandeur of Mother Nature, against which man can do very little. Finally, in a sea so blue that it blends with the sky, three islands - Capri, Ischia, Procida and a few islets - each boasting unique identities and history. In the Province of Naples, tourists can take on a truly multi-faceted vacation that will leave wondering why they waited so long!