This tour focuses on local ancient history, which is of great importance to the following history of Western Europe itself, for Greek civilization began in South Italy and the Romans capitalized their great culture and continued the process of social advancement of which we are the heirs. First visit at the ruins of ancient Pompeii preserved almost intact for centuries. Stop along the way to a local Cameos and Corals factory. Orientation tour of Naples: a drive along the seaside for a view of the whole bay from Posillipo; a stroll through the opulent monumental district; a walk along Spaccanapoli, the oldest urban settlement of Greek origins.
Visit the ruins of ancient Pompeii, buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and preserved almost intact for centuries. Stop along the way to a local factory to learn more about the process of Cameos and Corals craft, jewels made out of corals and seashells (if time permits).
In the afternoon, after Pompeii visit and free time for lunch, return to naples and orientation tour of Naples: a drive along the seaside for a view of the whole bay from Posillipo; a stroll through the opulent monumental district enclosing Plebiscito square, Royal Palace and San Carlo Theater; a walk along Spaccanapoli, the oldest urban settlement of Greek origins.
You will make your own way to the meeting points