GUIDED TOUR OF POMPEII AND THE ROYAL PALACE OF CASERTA

Why should you choose this tour ?

• This tour is designed to meet the needs of both adults and children.
• The excavations of Pompeii and the Royal Palace of Caserta are not conveniently connected by public transportation, but with a private Mercedes minivan and driver at your disposal, you can utilize your time to the maximum.
• The archaeological excavations of Pompeii and the Royal Palace of Caserta are distinct in character, yet both share a historical connection through Charles of Bourbon, King of Naples.

Your guide will enrich your visit with fascinating anecdotes and historical insights, highlighting what links these remarkable places to this extraordinary monarch.

Further Details :

At the scheduled time, you will meet your guide (an archaeologist or art historian) and your driver at your accommodation or cruise ship. Your guide will be your dedicated companion throughout the entire day, until the end of the tour.

Once you have met, you will head straight to the excavations of Pompeii. The guided tour will last approximately two hours.

Following the visit, we will have a little break for a snack in one the bars in the surroundings.

In the afternoon, we will proceed to explore the Royal Palace of Caserta for a guided tour of approximately two hours

IMPORTANT: This tour is not available on Tuesdays, as the Royal Palace of Caserta is closed on that day.

Info about the Royal Palace:

The monumental complex of Caserta, situated north of Naples, stands as a masterpiece of 18th-century architecture. It was conceived during the latter half of the century by the renowned architect Luigi Vanvitelli, commissioned by Charles of Bourbon with the ambitious aim of rivalling  the grandeur of  the Palace of Versailles and Madrid.

This expansive complex encompasses the magnificent Royal Palace, meticulously designed gardens, and an extensive wooded park. Additionally, it includes the engineering marvel of the Carolino aqueduct and the San Leucio silk production complex, highlighting its architectural, artistic, and industrial significance.

At the heart of this grand architectural ensemble lies the Royal Palace, which serves as the central element of the entire design. Strategically aligned along a principal axis, the palace connects the various components of the complex both visually and functionally. This axis also incorporates a portico and a sophisticated system of fountains within the park, guiding the viewer’s gaze toward a breathtaking vista. The panorama ultimately culminates in cascading waterfalls, nourished by the waters of the Carolino aqueduct, creating a harmonious synthesis of artistic vision and engineering mastery.