Private tour in Pompei Giuseppe D

Early Morning Ancient Pompeii Private tour

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Giuseppe D.

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Hello Everybody, My name is Giuseppe and I am Son of Southern Italy. I am 44, and, since 2004, I have been an authorized professional TOUR GUIDE in NAPLES and ROME Regions. Additionally, I am an N. C. C. licensed DRIVER and I run a Deluxe Mercedes Van with all comforts. I am the only one, on "Toursbylocals. com" to lead Private Tours in Rome and Naples. I combine my knowledge of the sites with expertise and flexibility to make all my tours informative, dynamic and safe. I am an excellent "TOUR CREATOR"! This is the reason why I don't have so many "standardized tours" listed on my page! I believe that every private tour is a "unique piece". It must be shaped on the needs and wishes, expectations and feelings, physical attitudes and time factor of my guests. If you are planning to visit Rome or Naples or if your cruise ship docks in both ports, I can be your personal GUIDE and DRIVER in both areas. You get this way two advantages: one single person to rely on and a way for you to save MONEY. Pompeii, Herculaneum, Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Sorrento, but also the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum and the whole city of Rome have no secrets for me. This is my LAND and I am the face, voice, and body of it! This is what stimulates me to do my job with competence, passion, and sense of responsibility. I love to lead tours for FAMILIES and interact with kids, couples, and small parties of friends traveling together. I love to teach and it comes naturally to me to lead EDUCATIONAL TOURS for students. Moreover, I have a specific talent to lead SHORE EXCURSIONS to make, for all cruisers, the best of their time. So just formulate your request and I will reply to you PROMPTLY. What about my background? I have a Master Degree in Economics with a Specialization in ECONOMIC HISTORY. Since I was at university my true passion for exploring and my great interests in fine arts and archaeology showed up. I spent many years traveling and working as TOUR LEADER all over Europe for important tour operators. This experience gave me the chance to understand people's lifestyles and to improve the foreign languages which I learned attending the British Council Institute for English, the Instituto Cervantes for Spanish and the Cial for Portuguese. When I travel abroad, I don't want to be just a spectator standing by a balcony. I want to interact with the locals. I can't wait to welcome you, to show you my COUNTRY through my eyes and to make you live not a simple tour but an intense journey into the local culture and life. Do not hesitate a minute longer, follow me and have fun! Giuseppe P. S. If you are looking for your ideal place to stay in Naples, I gently inform you that I have a totally New and sunny Apartment in the Center of Naples, ready to welcome you! Qualifying examinations: • Authorized Tour Guide of Campania Region, Regione Campania; • Authorized Tour Guide of Rome and its Province, Provincia di Roma; • Authorized Tour Guide of Bologna; • Authorized National and International Tour Leader; • N.C.C. Licensed Driver; "N.C.C. License" is the specific license authorizing to drive travelers throughout Europe. With this license, travelers are protected by a proper insurance. I drive a Deluxe Mercedes Minivan with all comforts, A/C, free Wi-Fi, fresh water, clean. • Master Degree in Economics, specialized in History of Economy, Università degli Studi di Napoli "Federico II". Qualifying courses: • CFE, Cambridge First Certificate, British Council Institute of Naples; • DELE, Instituto Cervantes de Napoles.

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Overview of your Pompei tour

Pompeii is one of the most fascinating places in the world. It's the "FROZEN" city. But it's also the city where everything makes you feeling and living the tragedy of the Eruption of Mt. Vesuvius of 79 AD that swallowed it. I have designed this Tour for those who wish to visit Pompeii away from the crowds and buzz of the tourists who daily invade the City. Book the tour for the early morning when it's sure we don't find congestion. But you can book the tour at any time you desire. I will use my expertise and knowledge to keep you far from the beaten path. We will explore Pompeii walking into the foot-steps of its ancient citizens: an unscrupulous merchant, a lazy patrician, a powerful matron, a slave, or an invincible gladiator. You will learn about their everyday life, political and love intrigues. We'll admire amazing frescoes and mosaics and enter ancient taverns, bath-houses, and "stinky" latrines. Pompeii is a must for your travel. "Early Morning Ancient Pompei" is the best way to discover it!

Recent Reviews

Elianne E.
May 2025

Gran experiencia para niños y adultos. Giuseppe estuvo al pendiente de mis dudas, antes del Tour. Y durante el tour muy receptivo al tipo de cosas que más nos llamaban la atención para realizar el recorrido con base en eso, lo cual ayudó mucho porque íbamos con niños y logró captar su atención. He ido 3 veces ya a Pompeya y en cada tour se aprenden y se ven cosas nuevas, especialmente esta ocasión. Sin duda un lugar que vale mucho la pena visitar.

Mary S.United States
July 2024

This was a fantastic tour of Pompeii with our guide Giuseppe. He was very knowledgeable, with lots of interesting information, and we thought it was a very comprehensive tour. In addition, Giuseppe was also very patient with our large group, which included young children, and had arranged transportation from the cruise port.

Daniel W.United States
June 2024

Guiseppe is a fantastic guide! He is knowledgeable and is willing to cater the tour to meet your specific needs. Additionally, he knows how to avoid the crowds and target the best area to highlight a specific bit of knowledge. In all, it’s well worth hiring him for your tour!

Andrea G.United States
January 2024

Excellent English, very knowledgeable, and superb at pre-tour communications and arrangements. We felt like we thoroughly experienced Pompeii on this tour, and Giuseppe was skilled at avoiding crowds.

John M.United States
November 2023

If you enjoy learning about the history of ancient sites, taking a Pompei tour with Giuseppe is your best bet. His stories of the ruins, along with all the historic context you would like is unparalleled. He never tires of questions and always takes the time to fully explain. My one suggestion is that you arrive as early as possible to the gates as the site fills up quickly with tourist busses.

Naja D.Denmark
October 2023

Giuseppe gave us an experience of a lifetime, taking us through a good part of Pompei with great information level and often asking for our preference of where to go. 2½ hours flew away in good company - he is extremely knowledgable with a good sense of humor, and was great at showing us various details we might otherwise have missed. Our group of 9 people aged 11-49 all had a wonderful morning!

Your Pompei tour itinerary

We will spend in the ruins A MINIMUM of 2, 5hrs. We will cross the city going from the Porta Marina (main Gate) to the Grand Theater. The tour is totally customizable. I will lead you according to your desires, needs, and walking ability. If you have special requests do not hesitate to ask! We will stop and comment at: Porta Marina; The Basilica; The Forum including the Macellum (fish, bread and meet market), the Temple of Apollo, the Granaries, guarding the Plaster casts of human and animals 'bodies; the Temple of Jupiter, the Temple of Vespasian; The Bath-House; Two or more Private Homes selected among the best-preserved ones; Pistrinum (bakery); Thermopolium (wine and snack bar); Lupanare (Brothel); The Small and Grand Theatre; We will walk all along Abundance Road. You will see the best frescoes and mosaics; you will hear stories and anecdotes; you will enjoy views and things that no one guide knows. Do not forget your bottle of water, a hat, and sunblock. Sneakers or comfy shoes to walk safely.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

THIS IS A WALKING TOUR *** IMPORTANT *** I can accommodate various groups of travelers. If you have specific transportation requirements, pricing inquiries or if your preferred start time isn't listed, please send me an email by clicking on the 'ASK A QUESTION' button that's listed on my tour page and profile. I will reply to you promptly. Thanks!

What's included
Other: I will be your private guide within the Ruins of Pompeii
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: * Admission tickets to the Excavations of Pompeii. You skip-the-line at the ticket counter if you are with me as your private guide. We can use the official guides' fast track to purchase the tickets. Credit Cards are accepted. The admission is free of charge for kids under 18 years of age. It's important to bring a copy of minors' passport or id to show it to the personnel at the counter to get the free of charge admission ticket. Extra hour rate: Eur 70
Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Our Meeting Point is the main entrance of the Ruins of Pompeii called "Porta Marina Superiore" (gently see the picture in the photo gallery of this tour). The address is Via Villa dei Misteri, 3 - 80045, Pompeii. It's 300 feet walking far from the Circumvesuviana Train Station, Pompeii Scavi - Villa dei Misteri. A guarded pay-parking is at 400 feet from Porta Marina Superiore. If you want me to meet you at a location other than the Porta Marina Superiore, please click on the "MESSAGE Giuseppe".

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Layover
Tour reference number
62862
Languages
English
Italian
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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