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NEW SERVICES PROVIDED FROM CIVITAVECCHIA PORT:

 "ROME ON YOUR OWN"

ROUNDTRIP PRIVATE TRANSFER TO ROME (NO TOUR), UP TO 8 PEOPLE OF YOUR PARTY:   EURO 400 TOTAL RATE PER CAR / MINIBUS!!!

WITH 08.00 A.M. PICK UP AT THE SHIP AND RETURN TO THE PORT AT 05.00 P.M.

"ROME AS YOU WISH" 

9 HOURS PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR OF ROME TO THE HIGHLIGHTS YOU CHOOSE TO SEE!!

VICTOR EMANUEL MONUMENT ALSO CALLED THE WEDDING CAKE 

HERE AS FOLLOWS,  JUST SOME OF THE MANY EXCURSIONS  FROM CIVITAVECCHIA PORT. FOR ADDTL TOURS, HAVE A LOOK AT OUR 

"SHORE EXCURSIONS IN ITALY TOURS" PAGE!!

ROME AND THE VATICAN TOUR 

Suggested Tour:

Our Driver will pick you up at Civitavecchia Port at 08.00 a.m. waiting for you in front of the ship, by Mercedes or similar A/C Vehicle,  to drive you to Rome (1.20 hrs).

Once in Rome the first stop will be the Colosseum, where you will have the possibility to visit it inside or just walk outside of it. From the Colosseum will keep driving to Aventine Hill where we will stop for a nice view to Palatine Hill with its Emperor Houses and the Circus Maximus down below. Will drive then to another of the 7 hills of Rome called Capitoline, where you have a breathtaking view on the Roman Forum, the old city center, then will drive to Venice Square passing by Victor Emanuel Monument, known as the "Wedding cake" for a picture stop and then will arrive at the Pantheon. Time to visit this amazing Ist C. B.C. Temple, now a Church, where Victor Emanuel II and Raphael paintor are buried and then will drive to the most famous fountain of Rome, Trevi, in order to throw your coin inside. Spanish Steps passing by on the way towards the Vatican, where before visiting it, will stop for lunch (not incld) in a typical restaurant, suggested by your Driver or free time for lunch on your own. After lunch will drive you to the Vatican Museum (closed on Sunday) where you can visit it, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica by yourselves or by hiring, at extra cost, a licensed English speaking Guide, who will take you inside for a private 2 hours tour, at addtl cost (We suggest you to pre purchase the Vatican Museum Tickets, since 2 months in advance,  at the following site in order to "Skip" the line: www.vatican.va for a 02.00 p.m. (14.00) entrance. The cost is Euro 21 each adult and Euro 13 each kid from 6 to 18 yrs).

 At the end of the Vatican Tour, around 04.00 p.m. you will be driven back to Civitavecchia  Port and dropped off at 05.00 p.m. appx. in front of the ship again.

 N.B. PLEASE NOTE NO SHORTS OR SKIRTS ABOVE THE KNEES TO VISIT THE VATICAN INSIDE.

 N.B. WE SUGGEST OUR CUSTOMERS, NOT TO VISIT THE COLOSSEUM INSIDE, DUE TO THE VERY LONG LINES TO ENTER IT FOR SECURITY CHECKS, EVEN IF IN POSSESS OF PREPURCHASED TKT, SAVING IN THIS WAY "PRECIOUS" TIME TO SPEND VISITING THE OTHER SIGHTS IN ROME!

ST. PETER'S FACADE

 
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Rome (English pronunciation: /roʊm/; Italian: Roma, pronounced [ˈroːma]; Latin: Roma) is the capital of Italy and the country's largest and most populated municipality (central area), with over 2.7 million residents in 1,285.3 km² (496.3 sq mi), while the population of the urban area is estimated by Eurostat to be 3.46 million. The metropolitan area of Rome is estimated by OECD to have a population of 3.7 million.
It is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, on the Tiber river. The city has been one of history's most powerful and important centres, being the home of the emperor during the Roman Empire and the Italian government. The city also has a significant place in Christianity and is the present day home of the Roman Catholic Church and the site of the Vatican City, an independent city-state run by the Catholic Church.Due to this, the city has often been nicknamed "Caput Mundi" (Latin for "Capital of the World") and "The Eternal City". Also, Rome is widely regarded as one of the world's most beautiful ancient cities.

Rome's history as a city spans over two and a half thousand years, as one of the founding and most powerful cities of Western Civilisation. It was the centre of the Roman Empire, which dominated Europe, North Africa and the Middle East for over four hundred years from the 1st Century BC until the 4th Century AD, and during the Ancient Roman era, the city was the most powerful in Europe. During the Middle-Ages, Rome was home to some of the most powerful popes, such as Alexander VI and Leo X, who transformed the city into a modern centre of the arts and one of the major centres of the Italian Renaissance, along with Florence. The current-day version of St Peter's Basilica was built and the Sistine Chapel's ceiling was painted by artist Michelangelo. Famous artists and architects, such as Bramante, Leonardo da Vinci, Bernini and Raphael resided for some time in Rome, contributing to its impressive Renaissance and Baroque architecture. As a modern city, it has been capital of the unified Italy since 1870, and grew mainly in two periods either side of World War II. As it is one of the few major European cities that escaped the war relatively unscathed, central Rome remains essentially Renaissance and Baroque in character. Rome has had an immense historic influence to the world and modern society over the ages, particularly during ancient times, mainly in subjects such as architecture, art, culture, politics, literature, law, philosophy and religion.

Modern Rome is a bustling cosmopolitan metropolis, and is Italy's capital of politics, economy, and media. Rome is a city rich in history, art and culture, and the vastity of its priceless monuments and treasures lead it to have many UNESCO World Heritage 

THE ROMAN FORUM - "SEPTIMIUS SEVERUS" ARCH

ETRUSCAN TOUR FROM CIVITAVECCHIA PORT

TARQUINIA AND TUSCANIA

Suggested Tour:

(Daily except Monday)

Picking you up at Civitavecchia port at 08.00 a.m., we will drive you to discover the "Lazio Region" Old Etruscan Area, going to Tuscania.

Tuscania is a nice, little town located 1 hour North East of Civitavecchia, at the border between Lazio and Tuscany Regions. Surrounded by medieval walls, was originally built by the Etruscans.  Some of the most beautiful churches in Italy are in Tuscania, including San Pietro and the magnificent Santa Maria Maggiore. Tuscania is an ideal combination between the present and past. It is not uncommon to find a medieval section of wall in the wine cellar of a modern restaurant or an Etruscan tomb used as the basement storage area of an apartment. The strong connection of the locals to their traditions, history and folklore greatly influences the unique nature of the town. You will be able to visit its interesting Etruscan Museum, its simple but enchanting churches and walk in its narrow streets surrounded by stone buildings, old roman road ruins and medieval churches.

From Tuscania, we will drive to Tarquinia, another interesting Etruscan Town where one of the 7 kings of Rome, the Etruscan Tarquinius Priscus was born: will visit the largest Etruscan Necropolis (Tombs) (tkt cost not incld), where you will have the possibility to discover the burial places of the pre roman civilization. Then we will drive you to a Farm House, where you will have a local, typical lunch (not incld).

Around 04.30 p.m. we will drive you back to Civitavecchia, where we will drop you off at 05.00 p.m., in front of the ship again.

 SAN PIETRO CHURCH - TUSCANIA

TUSCANIA:

Tuscania is a hilltop town located on the borders of the Tuscany and Lazio regions of central Italy, south of Florence and not far from Rome, in the breathtaking countryside of the southern Maremma. The countryside surrounding the town forms part of a nationally protected nature reserve, and has one of the richest collections of archaeological remains in the world. The town is strategically positioned for quick trips to the beach, to volcanic lakes and hot springs, as well as for visits to the nearby towns of Viterbo and Tarquinia. The central location also allows for easy access to Rome, Florence, Siena, Pisa and Assisi for day trips.

Tuscania has been admired for centuries for its picturesque setting, dreamy landscapes, medieval walls, cobbled streets and fine culture and food. Filmmakers such as Pier Paolo Pasolini, Orson Welles and Franco Zeffirelli have chosen it for their films, while the town has inspired many artists, painters, photographers and writers. In the last few years Tuscania has also developed a reputation as a center for new forms of contemporary expression and modern art: its vivid cultural life is represented by an active calendar of festivals and exhibitions.

TARQUINIA:

On the coast, near the Etruscan ‘Porto Clementino’ (Port of Clementine) are the ruins of the Etruscan Emporium ‘Gravisca’. There are important visible remains of a cult ritual site erected in 118 BC on the foundations of a former Etruscan settlement. Located on the edge of the Roman Colony, the sanctuary was a place of worship as far back as 600 B.C. by the Etruscans and later by the Romans. The buildings were divided into a variety of shrines dedicated to Etruscan and Greek divinities. 

                     ETRUSCAN PAINTING

ASSISI TOUR FROM CIVITAVECCHIA PORT 

Picking you up at Civitavecchia port at 08.00 a.m., we will drive you to discover the "Umbria Region" Old Etruscan Area, going to Assisi, where we will arrive 2 hours later.

Assisi is a nice, small town located 2 hours North East of Civitavecchia, surrounded by medieval walls, was originally built by the Romans.  Some of the most beautiful churches in Italy are in Assisi, like Santa Maria degli Angeli, where the old St. Franci's House "The Porziuncola" is located, St. Franci's Basilica, Santa Chiara Church. Assisi is an example of a medieval town with little souvenirs shops, great picture opportunities and good restaurants.

Will drive you around the city, to visit all the above mentioned churches, you will have free time for shopping and your driver will suggest you a nice restaurant, where you will have a local, typical lunch (not incld).

Around 03.00 p.m. we will drive you back to Civitavecchia, where we will drop you off at 05.00 p.m., in front of the ship again.

Please contact us for rates!

ST. FRANCI'S CHURCH - ASSISI

ASSISI VIEW

                                                          MEDIEVAL  ITALY

ORVIETO AND CIVITA DI BAGNOREGIO TOUR

(The Dying City of Civita)

(Daily - 9 hours)

 
Picking you up at 08.00 a.m. at Civitavecchia Port, in front of the ship, will drive through a beautiful scenery of Lazio and Umbria Regions, with hills, roman acqueducts, medieval towns, will arrive at Orvieto, beautiful hilltown built on top of the old etruscan town. You will visit the amazing Gothic style Cathedral, which was built in the XIII C. by Pope Urban IV who commissioned the construction of the cathedral to provide a beautiful, holy place to host the "Sacred Corporal" of Bolsena. The "Sacred Corporal" of Bolsena was a miracle that happened in the close by town of Bolsena in 1263. The Corporal is the small cloth upon which the host and the chalice are placed during the Roman Catholic Eucharist. It was believed that during a catholic service some drops of blood fell on it, so the Church considered it a miracle.
After visiting the cathedral, you will walk in the narrow streets full of ceramic shops.
From Orvieto, we will drive you to Civita where we will stop for lunch (not incld) in a typical restaurant. After lunch, you will have free time to visit Civita di Bagnoregio, a small ancient village located on top of a sliding "Tufa" (Tuff) rock, coming from a vulcanic eruption of million years ago.
Civita is a traffic-free community, and can be reached only by a footbridge suspended in the air (Fee of Euro 1.50 each to walk thru the bridge and get to the city).
Its complete isolation from the real world, that only about 20 people live there all year round.
Originally, Civita was connected to the bigger town of Bagnoregio, but eventually, the saddle that connected the two towns eroded and now the footbridge connects Civita and Bagnoregio.
There are several delightful shops and some of the architecture spans several thousand years. The residence are devoted stewards of this village, meticulously caring for it and its appearance. Although it appears this town has miraculously survived the passage of time clinging to life with sheer determination, it’s actually a dying city, destined to one day perish. The town was placed on the World Monuments Fund's 2006 Watch List of the 100 Most Endangered Sites, due to the threats it faces from erosion and unregulated tourism.
Please note that since Civita prohibits vehicles, visitors will have a 500 yard walk mostly uphill to get to the village. But the many tourists who visit Civita each year will say that the walk is well worth the experience
 
Around 03.30 p.m., we will drive you back to Civitavecchia Port, where we will drop you off in front of the ship at 05.00 p.m.
 

          CIVITA DI BAGNOREGIO (THE "DYING CITY")    

                      VITERBO TOUR FROM CIVITAVECCHIA PORT

                                                         NEW  TOUR

 POPE'S PALACE - VITERBO

DAY TOURS TO 
VITERBO "CITY OF THE POPES"

Viterbo, one of the main towns of Northern Lazio Region, in the middle of Tuscia area, is about 45 mnts far from the Port of Civitavecchia.

Is a medium size town today (65.000 people appx), old Etruscan, Roman and medieval town, still surrounded by intact city walls. Viterbo was chosen by the Popes in the past, as their residence. Many important buildings are inside the city centre: the Pope's Palace, the "Priori" Palace (old city Lords), ecc. You will have a guided tour to discover its beauties at the end of it, a typical local lunch in a downtown restaurant.

In the afternoon, will drive you to the nearby "Terme dei Papi" or, depending on the day, to the Thermal Park called "Bagnaccio", where you will have a rejuvenating bath, in their countryside natural pools, surrounded by antiquities! (Do not forget your bathing suit!).

 
Itinerary:

 08.00 am Civitavecchia Port Pick up in front of the ship, by private Vehicle and English speaking Driver

 10.00 am meeting with the guide in Viterbo for a guided tour of the Medieval town and its handicraft workshops (about 2 hrs)

 12.30 pm lunch in Viterbo featuring authentic local products

 02.00 pm entry to the Terme dei Papi or "Bagnaccio" thermal spa for a rejuvenating bath 

 04.00 pm Transfer back to Civitavecchia Port

 05.00 pm Arrive at Civitavecchia Port and drop off in front of the ship.

AVAILABILITY: Daily

Rates per person:       Euro 338  (referred to a 2 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 263 (referred to a 3 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 203 (referred to a 4 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 180 (referred to a 5 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 165 (referred to a 6 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 155 (referred to a 7 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 145 (referred to a 8 pax vehicle)

Rates include driver and vehicle at disposal for a 9 hrs tour, licensed guide for a 2 hrs private tour, lunch, Spa entrance.

Do not forget your bathing suit !!!

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                                       COOKING CLASS IN TUSCIA AREA

                                   DAILY  TOURS  FROM  CIVITAVECCHIA PORT

                                                                       NEW  TOUR 

COOKING CLASS

During your Civitavecchia Shore Excursion, take the opportunity to spend a relaxing day in a lovely Tuscia area Bio Farm, where you will learn the "secrets" how to cook delicious food according to a local Chef guidance.

The farm is located on top of a hill overlooking the Tiber River valley and you will be surrounded by olive trees and woods.

Your farm day will start collecting the orchard's produces which will be later on transformed into delicious food cooked by yourselves. In the afternoon you will relax at the farm house swimming pool.

PROGRAM
 Guided tour of the bio farm and collection of vegetables from the garden
 Cooking class
 Lunch at the bio farm featuring the dishes cooked during the cooking class
 In the afternoon, relax at the bio swimming pool

Itinerary:

 08.00 am Civitavecchia Port Pick up in front of the ship, by private Vehicle and English speaking Driver
 09.00 am arrival at the bio farm, guided tour of the cultivations and collection of vegetables from the garden
 10.00 am cooking class (about 2/3 h)
 01.00 pm lunch at the bio farm featuring the dishes cooked during the cooking class
 In the afternoon, relax at the bio swimming pool

   04.00 pm Transfer back to Civitavecchia Port

  05.00 pm Arrive at Civitavecchia Port and drop off in front of the ship.

AVAILABILITY: every day

Rates per person:       Euro 290  (referred to a 2 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 215 (referred to a 3 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 176 (referred to a 4 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 151 (referred to a 5 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 138 (referred to a 6 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 130 (referred to a 7 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 118 (referred to a 8 pax vehicle)

Rates include driver and vehicle at disposal for a 9 hrs tour, Cooking Class, lunch, Pool entrance

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WINE TOUR in TUSCIA       

You will have a "full immersion" day into the wine-making art, visiting the wine museum at Castiglione in Teverina town and a local Bio Farm Winery. Will stop at the "Muvis" (wine and agricultural museum), established since 1942 in the wine cellar belonging to the famous Count of Lazio Region Romolo Vaselli. The brand Vaselli is no longer produced since 1994.

A professional sommelier will show you the best of it and then will keep visiting the vineyard and the modern cellars. Time for a delicious local lunch in the winery and wine tasting included to end your wine experience!

PROGRAM
 Guided tour of the Wine Museum in Castiglione in Teverina
 Guided tour of the bio winery in Castiglione in Teverina
 Lunch at the bio-winery with wine tasting and local finger food

Itinerary:

 08.00 am Civitavecchia Port Pick up in front of the ship, by private Vehicle and English speaking Driver
 09.30 am arrival at the wine museum for a guided tour 
 10.30 am guided tour of the bio winery, vineyards by a sommelier
 01.00 pm lunch at the bio farm with its local dishes and wine tasting
 In the afternoon, relax at Castiglione in Teverina town

  04.00 pm Transfer back to Civitavecchia Port

  05.00 pm Arrive at Civitavecchia Port and drop off in front of the ship.

AVAILABILITY: every day except Tuesday

Rates per person:       Euro 290  (referred to a 2 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 215 (referred to a 3 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 170 (referred to a 4 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 155 (referred to a 5 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 130 (referred to a 6 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 125 (referred to a 7 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 110 (referred to a 8 pax vehicle)

Rates include driver and vehicle at disposal for a 9 hrs tour, Museum and winery guided tour, lunch and wine tasting.

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ETRUSCAN TUSCIA: VULCI AND TARQUINIA

Tuscia was one of the main area where the old Etruscan settled, before the Romans and 2 of their main towns were Vulci and Tarquinia.

You will walk with a licensed guide through Vulci Archaelogical Park to see the remainings of the old Etruscan buildings located in this area. Will keep visiting the Archaelogical Museum and the medieval Castle of Abbadia, the "Devil's Bridge" under which flows the Fiora River. At the end of this visit, will stop at a restaurant inside the park for your typical lunch.

After lunch will drive you to Tarquinia, to visit the main Etruscan Necropolis (burial area) called "Monterozzi", together with your guide, Unesco Worldwide Heritage site. It's an area with 6.000 Etruscan tombs.

PROGRAM
 Guided tour of the Archaeological Naturalistic Park of Vulci
 Lunch in Vulci featuring authentic local dishes
 In the afternoon, guided tours of the Etruscan Necropolis of Tarquinia

Itinerary:

 08.00 am Civitavecchia Port Pick up in front of the ship, by private Vehicle and English speaking Driver
 09.00 am arrival at Vulci Archaelogical area and guided tour with a licensed guide
 12.00 pm lunch at a local restaurant inside the park
 In the afternoon, will drive you to Tarquinia and will visit the Necropolis with a licensed guide

  04.00 pm Transfer back to Civitavecchia Port

   05.00 pm Arrive at Civitavecchia Port and drop off in front of the ship.

AVAILABILITY: every day except Monday

Rates per person:       Euro 400  (referred to a 2 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 325 (referred to a 3 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 232 (referred to a 4 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 217 (referred to a 5 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 175 (referred to a 6 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 170 (referred to a 7 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 148 (referred to a 8 pax vehicle)

Rates include driver and vehicle at disposal for a 9 hrs tour,  guided tour by a licensed guide in Vulci and Tarquinia Necropolis, lunch.

AVAILABILITY: every day except Monday

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BOLSENA LAKE TOUR

Wonderful lake formed over a 300.000 years old volcano, the largest volcanic origin lake in Europe!

Picking you up at 08.00 a.m. at Civitavecchia Port, will drive for 1.15 hr appx to Montefiascone, nice hilltop town famous for its local wine "Est Est Est".

Will walk in its narrow streets before driving you to a local hotel/bar overlooking Bolsena Lake, where you will have a complimentary taste of the local homemade pastry. At 11.30 will start a 1 hr boat tour around the lake before stopping at a nice local restaurant on the lake, for a typical lunch.

After lunch will drive you to the medieval Bolsena, another old Etruscan town, where in 1263, the famous Eucharistic Miracle happened. You will visit its Cathedral, Fortress and walk in its narrow streets.

PROGRAM
 Boat trip lasting about one hour (only during summertime*)
 Lunch in Bolsena featuring authentic dishes from the Lake area
 In the afternoon, guided tour of the medieval town of Bolsena

AVAILABILITY: every day except Monday

Itinerary:

 08.00 am Civitavecchia Port Pick up in front of the ship, by private Vehicle and English speaking Driver
 09.15 am arrival at Montefiascone, walk and pastry tasting

 11.30 am 1 hour boat tour around the lake

 12.30 pm lunch at a local restaurant at the lake
 In the afternoon, will drive you to Bolsena and will visit it with a licensed guide

  04.00 pm Transfer back to Civitavecchia Port

   05.00 pm Arrive at Civitavecchia Port and drop off in front of the ship.

AVAILABILITY: every day except Monday

Rates per person:        Euro 333  (referred to a 2 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 258 (referred to a 3 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 206 (referred to a 4 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 181 (referred to a 5 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 163 (referred to a 6 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 150 (referred to a 7 pax vehicle)

                                     Euro 142 (referred to a 8 pax vehicle)

Rates include driver and vehicle at disposal for a 9 hrs tour, pastry tasting,  guided tour in Bolsena, lunch and boat tour.

ANCIENT AND NEW OSTIA TOUR:  (The Old Roman Port)

 (Daily except Monday - 9 hours)

 Just 45 minutes drive from Civitavecchia Port, will arrive to Ostia.
Your driver will take you to the entrance of the ruins where he will help you for buying tickets and you will have the possibility to hire an Audio-guide (If available).

After the visit which usually takes 2 hours your driver will take you to visit Julius II Castle, old fortress built in front of the old roman town.

From here, we will drive you to the beach where you can enjoy a fantastic seafood lunch (not incld.) in a typical restaurant on the water.

After lunch, time for shopping and drinks at outdoor cafes, will drive you back to Civitavecchia Port. 

ROMAN THEATRE - OSTIA

In the Roman Republican times Ostia was Rome's main commercial port and a military base to defend the coastline and the Tiber entrance to Rome.
The port continued to flourish under the Empire, despite of the development, of Portus, a new port slightly to the northwest, in the 2nd century AD. Ostia's decline began in the 4th century, when a reduction in trade was combined with the gradual silting up of the harbour.

Then malaria became endemic in the area and the city, whose population may have been nearly 100,000 at its peak, was totally abandoned. Buried for centuries by sand, the city is remarkably well preserved.
The site is less spectacular than Pompeii or Herculaneum because Ostia died a gradual death, but it gives a more complete picture of life under the Roman Empire.
People of all social classes and from all over the Mediterranean lived and worked here.

Rates for a 9 hours Tour:

Euro:  450 total per car          (up to 3 people of your party)

Euro:  500 total per van         (up to 6 people of your party)

Euro:  550 total per minibus   (up to 8 people of your party);

CASTEL ROMANO OUTLET

Included