Montecassino Abbey & Gaeta Private Day Tour from Rome with Lunch

4.8 (5 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration10h - 11h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour is for sure "outside" the usual touristic areas. The Abbey of Montecassino is one of the most known Abbeys in the world. In 529 Saint Benedict chose this mountain to build his monastery. In February the Abbey 1944 a bombardment almost flatted it. According to a legend, when Jesus died on the cross, the Jerusalem temple veil was torn causing three deep cracks into the rock of what today is known as Split Mountain of Gaeta. On top of this promontory stands the Sanctuary of the SS. Trinity. At the left side of the church, one of the cracks leads to the Turk's Cave, pilmgrinage and enchanting tourist destination, linked to other stories and relevant personalities.

What's included

  • Visit Polish Cemetery
  • Private tour leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)
  • Visit at Montecassino Abbey with professional guide
  • Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
  • Visit at the "broken mountain" and the Turkish Grotto in Gaeta
  • Lunch (fixed menu)
  • Food and beverages unless specified
  • Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.

What to expect

  1. Rome
    Pass by
    Rome represents the starting point but also the end of the tour, because there will be 1 hour and half of driving time to get in Cassino, and then 2 hours and half to come back from Gaeta to your accomodation
  2. Abbazia Di Montecassino
    2h · Admission ticket included
    The Abbey of Montecassino is one of the most known Abbeys in the world. In 529 Saint Benedict chose this mountain to build a monastery that would host him and those monks following him. Within the centuries the Abbey has met magnificence and destruction many times, and has always come out of its ruins stronger. In 577 Langobards destroyed it, then Saracens in 887. In 1349 a violent earthquake occurred and in February 1944 a bombardment almost flatted it.
  3. Sanctuary of the Holy Trinity - at the Split Mountain
    2h · Admission ticket included
    According to a legend, when Jesus died on the cross, the Jerusalem temple veil was torn causing three deep cracks into the rock of what today is known as Split Mountain of Gaeta. On top of this promontory stands the Sanctuary of the SS. Trinity. At the left side of the church, one of the cracks leads to the Turk's Cave, pilmgrinage and enchanting tourist destination, linked to other stories and relevant personalities.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pick up at 8:00 am at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address.
N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advice any specific dietary requirements or allergies at time of booking
  • Dress code required for Montecassino Abbey: knees and shoulders must be covered

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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