Rome Civitavecchia

    Ancient Ostia and Cerveteri from Civitavecchia

    price from €105.00

    14 reviews

    tailor made experience

    We had a fantastic day. Our driver made many great suggestions on how to spend our day and let us make requests as well. I’d highly recommend this tour over a large group cruise tour or hop on hop off bus.

    start time:

    8:00 am

    pick up/drop off:

    Civitavecchia Port

    duration:

    9 hours

    live tour guide:

    Available in multiple language

    Description

    Timeless wonders on this private tour of Ostia Antica and Cerveteri

    A private shore excursion with pick up and drop off at the dock of your cruise ship in Civitavecchia port. This tour is for those attracted to history, archeology and adventure. A trip to visit settlements from Ancient Romans and their predecessors, the Etruscans.

    Unveiling Ostia Antica: Beyond the Ruins, a tour through History and Architecture

    Step into the ancient heartbeat of Rome at Ostia Antica, once a bustling seaport hidden in the lush meadows between the Tiber River and the Tyrrhenian Sea. This thriving commercial center was home to over 100,000 inhabitants, who conducted their existences in the now remarkably preserved apartment buildings, taverns, and grocery shops. Walk along the very streets they walked on, with their horse carriages and carts.

    Here in Ostia Antica, walking through the ruins of this ancient citadel, you’ll have the opportunity of entering the lives of ancient inhabitants, discover their lifestyles and habits.

    Make this tour extra special, by adding one of our Archeological guides to your booking. An expert in Roman history to take you to visit the depths of Ostia Antica, learning all about this historical site. And the incredible buildings that reflect a majestic lifestyle in perfect Roman Style.

    After the Excursion in Ostia you’ll head to your next destination. Just in time for lunch: Indulge in Roman Delights at Cerveteri’s Finest Trattorias, Handpicked by Your Tour Driver

    Discover the Majesty of Cerveteri: Home to the Largest Ancient Necropolis in the Mediterranean.

    Following a delightful Roman lunch, your journey continues to the fascinating Necropoli della Banditaccia in Cerveteri. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this necropolis sprawls across a vast 400 hectares, although only 10 hectares are open to visitors. Within this limited area lie approximately 1,000 tombs, often nestled within distinctive mounds.

    Step into history as you explore tombs dating from the 9th to the 2nd century BC, each revealing unique insights into ancient burial customs. Wander through the labyrinthine streets of this ‘city of the dead,’ where you can peer into tombs and envision life in antiquity. Cerveteri was a predominant Etruscan city. A flourished establishment, far before the rise of Rome. Visiting Cerveteri you will immediately notice the inheritance of a rich legacy of art, architecture, and cultural practices in the region the Etruscans have left behind.

    Other sites to visit here include the Etruscan Museum

    The National Etruscan Museum of Cerveteri (Museo Nazionale Cerite), houses a vast collection of artifacts, pottery, jewelry, sculptures, and funerary items, discovered in the nearby Necropolis, offering a true insight on the lifestyle and traditions of such an ancient civilization.

    After a full-immersion tour of some of the most incredible, awe-inspiring historical places in Central Italy, you’ll head back to your cruise ship

    tour highlights

    • Ostia Antica Archeological Site
    • Ancient Romans landmarks
    • Etruscan ruins in Cerveteri
    • A private historical tour

    know before you go

    What to bring: Comfortable shoes

    *Pets not allowed (If you have pets, please contact us before booking)
    *An appropriate attire is recommend to enter the religious sites
    *Baby seats available upon request

    Our professional tour drivers have special permission to enter the docking area of Civitavecchia Port;
    to provide all the assistance possible and arrange Pick up/Drop Off directly at the dock of your cruise ship.

    included

    • Cruise dock pick-up/drop off
    • An entertaining private tour driver
    • A/C Luxury Vehicle (Mercedes or Similar)
    • Complimentary bottled water
    • Vehicle Expenses and Taxes
    • 9 hours shore excursion

    not included

    • Food and Drinks
    • Tickets
    • A private guide is available upon request
    • Gratuities (entirely at your discretion)

    meeting point

    • The dock beside your cruise ship
    • professional drivers
    • qualified top guides
    • luxury cars
    • covid free

    Our customers reviews

    I highly recommend Discovery Tours Limousine Service when visiting Italy or making stops at the various cruise ports in Italy. Gilberto Stanzioni, the owner, makes sure every detail is taken care of and has an excellent staff of professionals that leaves every visitor wanting to return to Rome just for the services they provide.

    - T. H.

    05/11/2024

    We had a fantastic day. Our driver made many great suggestions on how to spend our day and let us make requests as well. I’d highly recommend this tour over a large group cruise tour or hop on hop off bus.

    - Traci P.

    05/11/2024

    Thanks to everyone one that help us on making this trip a success. We will be back soon to arrange our future trip to Italy. To everyone reading this post, book private, book with the best, book with Discovery Guide Tours.

    - Alexis R.

    16/10/2024

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