Castelgandolfo Pontifical Villas - Summer Residence of the Pope and Catacombs Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Port

9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit:
• The Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo on your own with audioguides (included)
• Then you’ll enjoy the pretty historical centre of Castel Gandolfo town
• The scenic view of the Albano Lake
• Free time for a very good lunch (own expense).
• One of the Christian Catacombs (Skip-The-Line tickets included).
Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English.

Pickup and dropoff will be at your ship.
Private or Shared Tour available options.

Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to Cruise Port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. See terms and conditions for full details.

What's Included

One Papal Blessing on Parchment in English
Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
Skip-The-Line entrance Tickets and audioguides to The Pontifical Villas
Worry-Free Shore Excursion Guarantee
Catacombs Tickets and Tour Guide (inside a small group organized by the Catacombs staff)
Port pickup and dropoff
Lunch, Food and Drinks
Tipping is not included in our service fees,It is never mandatory although it is always appreciated

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Cruise Port, right outside your ship, pickup and dropoff. • English-speaking Driver with a private vehicle will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized. • No need to take Bus Shuttle from ship since our permits allow us to enter in the Cruise Port. In Shared Tour Option only: Your Driver may make a few stops (usually 2/3 stops) along the way to pick up, or drop off, fellow passengers. This means that your Driver could arrive within 15-30 minutes of your scheduled pickup time.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo are increasingly accessible to visitors. Following the opening to the public of the Barberini Garden and the inauguration, within the Apostolic Palace, of the Museums of the Gallery of the Portraits of the Pontiffs, now the most private and reserved areas of the papal residence can also be admired and enjoyed by pilgrims and tourists. Many of the exclusive places in the Papal Apartment will be revealed to visitors: from the Bedchamber to the Private Chapel, from the Library to the Study, along a rich exhibition itinerary conceived, arranged and managed by the Vatican Museums. Admission Included.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The walking passes through the old medieval centre. Free time for a very good lunch in Castelgandolfo (own expense). Admission Not Included.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Lake of Castel Gandolfo, it lies at the bottom of the ancient Volcano of Lazio, active until 30,000 years ago. The woods that clad the surrounding slopes are an invitation for pleasant and easy hikes.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Christian Catacombs (one between San Callisto, San Sebastiano or Santa Domitilla): You'll start your visit inside with a small-group tour in your prefered language given by the Catacombs staff (available languages: English, Spanish, German, French). Admission Included.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Papal Blessing on Parchment in English Included
  • Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
  • Pickup Cruise Port: Your Driver will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized.
  • On Sunday and Religious Festivity the Pontifical Villas are closed.
  • Option Private Tour: This is a private Tour. Only your group will participate and it can be modified and/or customized (if requested at booking time)
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Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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