Private tour in Naples Dario D

Private Shore Excursion: Pompeii, Archaeological Museum of Naples

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Dario D.

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My name is Dario and I'm from Sorrento, in the bay of Naples. I have a University Degree in Foreign Languages specializing in History ("Orientale" University of Naples) and a second University Degree in Archaeology ("Luigi Vanvitelli" University of Santa Maria Capua Vetere). I've been a licensed guide of the Campania Region since 1996. I've been working as archaeological guide for 25 years in Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis, Archaeological Museum of Naples, etc. I'm an expert in Roman archaeology and History, and for those of you who look for something "special", tailor-made, it will be a pleasure for me to arrange a specific tour for you. As an archaeologist, the archaeological excavation I'm proud of is the one carried out in 2017 in Cumae, which is the "cradle" of Western culture. The Greeks emigrated from their homeland in Southern Italy and founded Cumae as their first settlement. From there the Greeks transmitted their alphabet to the Romans who, by Romanizing it, transmitted the same alphabet to the populations that were gradually conquering in the world. So, if today the whole Western world uses the same alphabet it is thanks to Cumae from which everything started. This magical place is where I used my trowel with great emotion. In addition, together with engineers and scholars of other disciplines, I have conducted scientific research on different topics such as the Roman aqueduct in Pompeii, the fresco technique, the Roman construction techniques and other studies of this kind. WHY A REAL ARCHAEOLOGIST FOR YOUR PRIVATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL TOUR TO HERCULANEUM AND POMPEII ? The Roman ruins of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Stabiae and Oplontis are in an extraordinary state of preservation and deserve a visit worthy of their value. In the company of a real archaeologist, you will be able to appreciate the most evocative places of these mysterious Roman towns. What was the urban planning, the interiors of the houses, the daily life with all the furnishings, the objects in common use: in other words, what constituted the essence of a Roman city, and it can only be found in magic places like Pompeii and in Herculaneum. Ciao - Historian - University "Orientale" of Naples (Italy) - Archaeologist - University "Luigi Vanvitelli" of Santa Maria Capua Vetere (Caserta) - Italy - Official licenced guide of Campania Region (Italy) - Official licenced tour leader - Participation in the archaeological excavations of Cuma 2018 with the Luigi Vanvitelli University of Santa Maria Capua Vetere (Caserta) - Italy - Participation in the archaeological excavations of Stabiae in June/July 2019 in collaboration with the Museum of Hermitage in Saint Petersburg - Russia SCIENTIFIC AND RESEARCH ACTIVITIES: - Origin of Pompeii - Origin of Neapolis (Naples) - Aqueduct of Pompeii and Herculaneum - Roman Mortar - Roman Environment in Pompeii and Herculaneum during the I century A.D. - Urban Planning of Pompeii - Urban Planning of Neapolis (Naples) - Magna Graecia (Μεγάλη Ἑλλάς) and Sicily of the ethnic cultures - Structural analysis of the Norman defensive tower (donjon) at Montella (Avellino) - Italy None

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Overview of your Naples tour

An unforgettable shore excursion with a great combination of Pompeii, the sightseeing of Naples and the Archaeological Museum of Naples, where many paintings and artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum are kept. We'll meet by your cruise ship: your driver with his Mercedes vehicle and me, holding a sign with your name written on it. When we arrive to the excavations of Pompeii, we'll start the two-hour tour. Pompeii holds an intense fascination for visitors today. After that amazing "walk in the past", we'll reach by car Naples for trying a well-known Neapolitan pizza (lunch not included). Then, after a short sightseeing of the center of Naples, our driver will take us to the National Archaeological Museum in Naples. The guided tour with me there will last 1h 45 minutes. Then, we'll take you back to Your cruise ship. This is my Land and I'd like to share my love for this noble land with you. IMPORTANT: The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is closed every Tuesday, December 25, 2018 and January 1,

Recent Reviews

Nancy A.United States
October 2023

We had a wonderful tour with Dario! He is very knowledgeable and we learned of ancient history as well as current events of Italy. Highly recommend him!

Robert B.Australia
September 2023

We organised Dario D at Tour by Locals to provide us with a 'detailed and comprehensive" tour of Pompeii . I cannot recommend highly enough the exceptional service and depth knowledge we received. It met all our expectations. We were able to understand Pompeii and the Roman society from the perspective of an archaeologist. The tour provided detailed knowledge rather than just superficial overview. Dario was intelligent, vibrant, and an excellent communicator. Thanks Dario.

Emily C.United States
June 2023

We would give Dario 10 stars if we could!! His knowledge and humor and patience with our large group were so appreciated and he gave such a depth and context to so many centuries of history. A wonderful fascinating tour. Mille Grazie, Dario!

William S.United States
July 2019

Dario was simply outstanding. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable but at the same time relaxed and humorous. He was able to speak with the authority of an archeologist and scholar but at the same time keep us all entertained including my 10 year old. I could not recommend him more highly.

Catherine S.Australia
December 2018

This tour is an absolute must- to see both Pompeii and Herculaneum is to understand the sophisticated life of the people here almost 2000 years ago. Dario was a fountain of knowledge taking us back in time and giving us the most wonderful experience- from the obvious to the obscure. We can highly recommend you book time with Dario to make your visit unforgettable. He was also amazingly good with our three children ages 14, 13 and 9.

Your Naples tour itinerary

- We'll meet by your cruise ship (or any other place you wish) - By car we'll reach the ruins of Pompeii - I'll show you as much as possible of Pompeii in a two-hour tour - Our driver will take us to Naples for a short sightseeing of the city - Break for a pizza (not included in the price) - We'll reach by car the Archaeological Museum of Naples - You'll have with me 1, 45 h of guided tour in the Archaeological Museum of Naples - We'll take you back to your cruise ship (or any other place you wish)

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation

Private Mercedes Van with driver

What's included
Other: - All taxes and parking expenses.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Admission fees (Pompeii ticket 19 euro p.p., Naples Archeological Museum 22 euro p.p., free under 18 years old by showing own personal ID) - Meals
Food Drinks Snacks
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Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
534219
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.8

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This private tour in Naples is perfect for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion that combines history, culture, and local cuisine. It's also ideal for travellers who want to explore Pompeii and the Archaeological Museum of Naples with the convenience of private transportation and a knowledgeable guide like Dario D. Families with children will find it kid-friendly, and the light activity level makes it suitable for most visitors.

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