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Etruscan Mystery Port Tour (Driver Only/Self Touring)
Product code 175082P30
From
From EUR 830
Dates
Available from Aug 27, 2019
Travelers
Traveler ages 0-120
Options
4 to 6 passengers, 1 to 3 passengers, 7 to 8 passengers
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Duration
8 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From
From EUR 830
Etruscan Mystery Port Tour (Driver Only/Self Touring)





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Duration
8 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
This private shore excursion takes you on a journey through the relaxing Roman countryside that during ancient times was known as Etruria, and was ruled by the highly advanced yet mysterious pre-Roman civilization, the Etruscans. The treasures the Etruscans have left behind in their remarkable tombs have filled museums and fueled the imagination. This tour will take you to visit the famous Etruscan frescoed tombs (the only ones in the world!) in Tarquinia, and to Tuscania, the ancient town with one of the most beautiful views in all of Italy. This is as Tour By Car with only an English Speaking Driver (it does NOT include Tour Guides or Walking Tours). Italian laws permits only licensed tour guides to accompany guests on foot to sightsee. To comply with these strict laws, Driver will wait for you with the vehicle while you SELF TOUR.
Overview
This private shore excursion takes you on a journey through the relaxing Roman countryside that during ancient times was known as Etruria, and was ruled by the highly advanced yet mysterious pre-Roman civilization, the Etruscans. The treasures the Etruscans have left behind in their remarkable tombs have filled museums and fueled the imagination. This tour will take you to visit the famous Etruscan frescoed tombs (the only ones in the world!) in Tarquinia, and to Tuscania, the ancient town with one of the most beautiful views in all of Italy. This is as Tour By Car with only an English Speaking Driver (it does NOT include Tour Guides or Walking Tours). Italian laws permits only licensed tour guides to accompany guests on foot to sightsee. To comply with these strict laws, Driver will wait for you with the vehicle while you SELF TOUR.
What's Included
Included
Private transportation
Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Speaking Professional Driver
Not included
Admission fees and Entry Tickets
Gratuities
Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hoursAdmission not included
Stop 1
You'll make our way to the tombs, you'll walk through the evocative necropolis surrounded by a panorama of serene hills, valleys, and the sparkling sea. As you descend down the steps 2,500 years into history towards the burial chambers, you come face to face with vibrant details that paint a portrait of the daily lives of these enigmatic ancient people. Tickets are currently € 8 per person and can be purchased on location.
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 2
In the center of Tarquinia lies this splendid Gothic Palace, which today is the Etruscan National Museum. On three floors, it houses a precious collection of Etruscan Artifacts which were excavated from the Necropolis of Monterozzi. Tickets to the museum are currently € 6 and can be bought on location.
Stop 3
30 minutes
Stop 3
Beautiful Gothic Romanesque church on a hill just outside Tuscania, dominated by a rose window on the facade. The interior architecture and the mosaics are definitely worth seeing! You can choose to leave an offering that will go towards the restoration at the caretakers.
Stop 4
30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 4
Dominated by a tall bell tower, the facade of Santa Maria Maggiore is adorned with carved and sculpted Christian symbols of the Evangelists and biblical stories. The use of different colored stones gives prominence to its large wheel-shaped rose-window.
Additional Info
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Health Other
Walking on uneven terrain is required in some areas
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
1 reviews
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