4.7 / 5Best of Naples and Santorini Two Port Package
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Cruise Ship PierRuins of Herculaneum
The ancient city of Herculaneum was one of several cities, including Oplontis and Pompeii, that was destroyed when the then 800-year-old dormant Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D. Herculaneum was a thriving trading port thanks to its proximity to the Gulf of Naples and was more prosperous than its more famous neighbor, Pompeii.
Unlike Pompeii, Herculaneum was buried under 50 - 60 feet of mud and lava from several pyroclastic surges that ended up preserving a major portion of the city, with many buildings and objects completely intact. The wealth of objects includes 2000-year-old doors, windows, partitions, furniture, jewelry and money. Sections of Herculaneum are continuing to be unearthed today and the delicate work of securing the ancient city aims to make this increasingly more accessible for visitors, gradually allowing the opening to the public of the precious collection of artefacts which illustrate daily life in a Roman city in the first century AD.
Here's your chance to wander through one of the world's most famous archeological sites and see such landmarks as the house of the Deer, the house of Aristides, the Central Thermae bath houses and House Number 22 with its colorful mosaics of Neptune and Amphitrite.
Walk along stone paved roads, observe water pipes fashioned out of lead and much more as you imagine what the last few minutes of life were like for the remnant of residents huddled at the boat houses waiting for rescue from sea.
Herculaneum is smaller than Pompeii and can be experienced in 1.5 hours, despite its extensive excavation. Sign up today, bring your camera and get ready to see what life was like for those living in the shadows of Mount Vesuvius.
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An approximately 5-minute cable car ride (not included, approximately 10 EUR each way) is required to reach your departure location. Santorini Small Group Tour
The stunningly beautiful island of Santorini in the archipelago off the coast of Greece hosts over 1 million visitors each year, and it will be easy for you to understand why as you discover its treasures for yourself during this day of discoveries.
Journey to Oia with its iconic white washed houses and blue-domed churches, and be rewarded with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea and neighboring islands. In Firostefani, you will see its blue-domed church and make your way to Prophet Ilias, a mountaintop monastery perched 200 feet above sea level.
Enjoy a guided walking tour of the stunning architecture in the village of Megalochori.
Enjoy your final visit to the Black Beach in Perivolos before being taken back to the Cable Car Station in Fira Town. You may prefer to stay in town to enjoy lunch (at your own expense) and explore the area further on your own (you will be responsible for returning to your ship on your own). If you choose to explore on your own, your tour guide will give you instructions on how to return to the cable car to get back to your ship.
This 5-hour small-group Santorini highlights tour is perfect for families and those who are short on time yet want to get a good overview of Santorini. Book this popular tour today.
Please Note: The wine tasting is 25 EUR per person and is not included in the price of this tour, as some guests may not wish to participate. The cable car fee is approximately 10 EUR (not included in the cost of the tour).