Castles and Lakes (Driver Only/Self Touring)

5.0 (1 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Roman countryside is one of the most beautiful, relaxing and peaceful areas of the surrounding area of Rome, and oftentimes underrated by the average tourist, but often sought after by discerning visitors seeking off the tourist beaten path treasures.
On this private tour from your accommodation in Rome you'll enjoy the Roman Countryside as you travel to Bracciano to visit the famous Renaissance Odescalchi Castle and admire its pristine Lake Bracciano, experience a culinary delight inside the ancient Medieval hilltop fortress of Ceri, and then explore the ancient and mysterious Etruscan civilization inside the Banditaccia Necropolis in Cerverteri.

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.

Options

7 to 8 passengers

Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Pickup included

4 to 6 passengers

Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Pickup included

1 to 3 passengers

Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English Speaking Professional Driver
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Parking Fees
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Admission fees and Entry Tickets Not Included

What to expect

  1. Castello Odescalchi Di Bracciano
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    This 16th-century castle is in unbelievable condition and still owned by the Odescalchi family. The castle became famous worldwide when American film star Tom Cruise married Katie Holmes at the castle in November 2006.
    You will have the opportunity to tour the castle and its impressive rooms that were once the private quarters of Kings, Popes, and Lords of the Renaissance era.
    Entry admission to Odescalchi Castle is currently 8.50 Euros per person. Tickets can be purchased upon visiting the site.
  2. Lago di Bracciano
    30m
    A drive to the lake shore will follow so that you can see the dazzling beauty of Bracciano Lake from the promenade along the beach.
    Originally a volcanic crater, this one of the cleanest lakes in Italy due to the absence of motor boats and strict rules against pollution. Its beaches attract visitors who prefer to relax, swim, sail, canoe, and generally escape hustle and bustle of most crowded seaside beaches.
  3. Borgo Medioevale di Ceri
    1h 30m
    Ceri is a 13th-century town with fortified walls that gives it the appearance of a medieval fortress isolated on top of a steep hill of tufa, a type of limestone that is very common in Italy.
    Its medieval past dominating the present becomes apparent the moment we arrive at the bottom of the hill. The only street that passes through the fortified wall and leads you into town is wide enough for just a single vehicle to pass through at a time. This rare traffic problem was resolved by installing two traffic lights: one at the entrance into the town, and one where the street ends in the main square. Enjoy a nice homemade lunch in one of the family-owned restaurants for a great taste of the real Italian Cusine.
  4. Santuario Madonna Di Ceri
    15m
    This Sanctuary is a very special place for the locals. The Virgin Mary for whom this Sanctuary is named is known for her intercession and helping people who are experiencing difficulties.
  5. Necropoli della Banditaccia
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Banditaccia Necropolis is significant not only because it is the largest ancient necropolis in the Mediterranean area, but also because it contains some of the only examples of Etruscan residential architecture surviving to this day.
    Although none of the Etruscan homes survived to this day, you can see the types of homes Etruscans lived in just by walking into their tombs! Considered permanent homes for the dead, the tombs were carved to resemble the interior of residential homes, lavishly designed with a gabled roof, crossbeam, stone couches, chairs, and other architectural details.
    Entry admission to Cerveteri Baditaccia Etruscan Necropolis is currently €10 per person.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your English speaking driver will pick you up at your Hotel, B&B, Hostel, Apartment, Accommodation in Rome at 8:00 am.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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.

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