Castles tell the story of Latium: the charm of history
Castles tell the story of Latium: the charm of history
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Tour description
Especially known for its classical and religious heritage, Latium also has a significant historical and architectural heritage, including castles and fortresses, which made it one of the Italian regions with the highest number of castles and the widest range. Some of them, although abandoned, keep intact their charm and mystery. In this tour, we will trace their history to visit the most famous and better-preserved buildings, as well as exploring the most hidden and secret constructions.
Cost: 1205.00 € per person (min. 7 people)
6 people: 1327 € per person;
5 people: 1496 € per person;
Please note- Included: tour leader, and minivan with driver
(5 days, 4 nights)
Included/Excluded
- Tour leader
- Transportation within the journey
- Meals
- Overnights
- Guided tour and activities
- Roundtrip transport to place of start and end of journey
- All that is not mentioned in the included section
Tour plan, prices, notes
Day 1: Rome
Our tour will start from Rome and its most important and known fortress, Castel Sant’Angelo, housing classical and Renaissance findings. Then, we will follow along via Aurelia to discover a significant, yet hidden, manor of Roman countryside, an ancient outpost located at the entrance of the city. Here, we will enjoy a relaxing break to taste local typical products.
Meeting point in Roma Termini, transfer to Castel Sant’Angelo, entrance and guided tour of Castel Sant’Angelo, transfer and tour of the Torre in Pietra castle, tour of the Torre in Pietra castle with tasting, dinner, and overnight.
Day 2: Bracciano – Viterbo
Our tour will continue with a visit to the wonderful lake Bracciano, dominated by the austere and impressive castle owned by Roman historical Orsini family. The building is perfectly intact and preserved. We will then stop in Viterbo, main centre of Tuscia, whose medieval historic centre, almost in its original conditions, will allow us to travel back in time to the splendours of the “City of Popes”.
Breakfast and transfer to Bracciano, entrance and guided tour of the Orsini Castle, guided tour of the borgo of Bracciano; lunch, transfer to Viterbo, HD guided tour of the town, dinner, and overnight.
Day 3: Vasanello – Collalto Sabino
On this day, we will visit one of Tuscia’s best preserved castles, namely Vasanello castle that belonged to the Orsini family. It also boasts an amazing and vivid garden. After a little break in this borgo, we will go to Collalto Sabino, where the impressive fortress provides an evocative view over the inland area of Rieti.
Breakfast and transfer to Vasanello, entrance and guided tour of the castle and the gardens, guided tour of the borgo with a local representative, lunch, transfer to Collalto Sabino, entrance and visit of the Castle, dinner, and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Fumone – Ceccano
Today, we will focus on one of the most remarkable fortresses that can be found in Ciociaria. We will visit the castle of Fumone that became important due to its strategic position in the valley of Sacco and on the ancient road that connected Rome to Naples. Then, we will head to the borgo of Ceccano, where its fortress has been for a long time and also recently a prison.
Breakfast and transfer to Fumone, entrance and guided tour of the castle, lunch, guided tour of the borgo with a local representative, transfer to Ceccano, entrance and visit of the Castle, guided tour of the borgo, transfer to Frosinone, dinner, and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Sermoneta – Gaeta
The last stop of the tour will take you to the castles located in the province of Latina. We will visit the castle of Sermoneta that imposingly overlooks the same-name borgo. It allows you to enjoy a breath-taking view over the Pontina plain. Then, we will reach Gaeta, a town along the coasts of southern Latium, whose majestic castle, built on a rock spur, provides an amazing view over the Tyrrhenian Sea and the town.
Breakfast and transfer to Sermoneta, entrance and guided tour of the castle, transfer to Gaeta, entrance and guided tour of the castle, lunch, tour of the town, transfer to Roma Termini, and end of tour.
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