Meet your expert guide and small group to begin your journey into the past. Your guided walk kicks off at the grand Porta Marina, one of the ancient city’s original magnificent gates. From there, you will stroll down original basalt-paved streets to the bustling Forum, the political and social heart of the city. Listen as your guide brings the ruins to life, taking you inside a beautifully preserved domus to see how the wealthy Romans lived. You will also pass by ancient bakeries and shops, giving you a vivid picture of daily life before the catastrophic eruption of 79 A.D.

After exploring the ruins, it is time to eat! You will take a short, scenic drive up the fertile slopes of Mount Vesuvius to a charming, family-run farm-to-table restaurant. Here, you will be treated to the ultimate "Italian Sunday Lunch" experience. Settle in and feast on a mouth-watering spread that includes local cheeses, premium cold cuts, savory meatballs, rich homemade pasta, and classic eggplant parmigiana. Everything is made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients!