Ancient Appian Way and Winery tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Circo Massimo

  Circus Maximus & Palatine Hill: Enjoy a panoramic introduction to the city with views of the Empire’s greatest stadium and the majestic birthplace of Rome on the facing Palatine Hill.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Giardino degli Aranci

  Aventine Hill & Orange Garden: Discover one of Rome's most romantic viewpoints from the Aventine Hill, offering a fragrant stroll through the Orange Garden and a stunning vista of St. Peter’s Dome.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Piramide Cestia (Pass by)

  Cestius Pyramid: Pass by this strikingly well-preserved white marble pyramid, a unique 1st-century BC tomb inspired by ancient Egyptian fashion.

  Admission ticket free
• 3
  Caracalla

  Caracalla Thermal Baths: Drive past the monumental ruins of the Roman Empire's second-largest public bath complex.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Appian Way (Via Appia Antica) (Pass by)

  Appian Way: Enter the "Queen of Roads," a 2,300-year-old basalt-paved highway lined with ancient tombs and iconic Mediterranean pines.

  Admission ticket free
• Arco Di Druso (Pass by)

  Druso Arch: Drive by this remarkably well-preserved arch, originally built to support an ancient aqueduct. It served as a defensive 'pre-gate' located just beyond the monumental St. Sebastian Gate.

  Admission ticket free
• Porta San Sebastiano (Pass by)

  Porta San Sebastiano: Just after the Arch of Drusus, we'll pass through the historic Porta San Sebastiano. This grand gateway marks the southern entrance to Rome and serves as the majestic starting point of the Appian Way."

  Admission ticket free
• Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis (Pass by)

  Quo Vadis: while you proceed along the historic Appian Way, you will see the famous spot where the 'Quo Vadis' encounter took place.

  Admission ticket free
• Catacombe di San Callisto (Pass by)

  St. Callixtus Catacombs: Reach the Christian’s earliest underground cemetery in Rome, the final resting place of 9 popes and martyrs.

  Admission ticket free
• 4
  Catacombe di San Callisto

  Tour of the Catacombs: Descent into the sacred silence of the underground galleries for a specialized guided exploration of early Christian history.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella e Castrum Caetani - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica

  Cecilia Metella Mausoleum: Admire this massive circular tomb, which served as a medieval fortress and remains an iconic landmark in the Roman countryside.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6
  Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)

  Stroll along the Appian Way, also known as the 'Queen of Roads,' and walk upon the original basolati—ancient volcanic stones that will make you feel fully immersed in the past. Be sure to capture the moment with a photo to carry the memory of this timeless journey with you."

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)

  Drive to a winery at Gallienus Mausoleum: Arrive at an exclusive, family-run organic estate that houses the hidden 3rd-century ruins of Emperor Gallienus's tomb.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)

  Wine Tasting & Lunch: Indulge in a sommelier-led tasting of organic volcanic wines paired with a fresh, artisanal Italian lunch on the winery grounds, including a tour led by the local host to visit the Gallienus Mausoleum

  2 hours 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Parco degli Acquedotti - Parco Archeologico dell'Appia Antica

  Appio Claudio Aqueduct: Take a final, evocative walk beneath the towering arches of one of Rome's greatest engineering masterpieces in the Park of the Aqueducts

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10
  Piazza della Repubblica

  Hotel Drop-off: Relax in comfort as your private driver returns you directly to your hotel, concluding the journey.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note: due to the narrow spaces and uneven terrain, the catacombs portion of this tour is not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia or mobility issues."

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