Excursions in Pompeii

If there is a place on earth where a great catastrophe brought not only misfortune, but also world-wide fame, this is Pompeii. During a city tour, a professional guide will tell you how the lava of the awakened Vesuvius, which destroyed all life, at the same time kept intact priceless examples of Roman culture.

Visiting the open-air museum, you will see works of art, furniture and other everyday objects which were used by citizens of the ill-fated city before the tragedy that befell them.

A worldly-wise guide will not let you miss a single historical sight of Pompeii. You will see:

• the oldest of the ancient Roman amphitheaters, which served as an arena for large-scale games;
• the luxurious house of Guy Sallust;
• public baths;
• the monumental temple of Apollo;
• The Villa of the Mysteries with its faszinierend, perfectly preserved frescoes.

To get maximum pleasure and avoid discomfort, take a lot of water with you on a tour: it sometimes is quite hot in the summertime in Pompeii.