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Private Etruscan Necropolis Tour: UNESCO Sites Tarquinia & Cerveteri from Rome

Tarquinia

Embark on a private trip from Rome to explore the UNESCO sites of Tarquinia and Cerveteri. Visit the Etruscan necropolis and marvel at the unique funerary architecture and frescoes depicting daily life. Lunch included.

Duration: 9 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Necropoli di Tarquinia - Necropolis of Tarquinia, called also Etruscan necropolis of Monterozzi, overlies on a highland to the east of the city with some 6000 tombs, many of which were covered by tumulus with chambers carved in the rock below. Visit the archeological site with your private guide to discover these burial chambers and then proceed to admire some frescos that were took off from the walls to preserve them from deterioration and now collected in the National Etruscan Museum.
Necropoli della Banditaccia - Etruscan necropolis of Cerveteri, known locally as Necropoli della Banditaccia, is the main burials’ area of the ancient Etruscan city of Caere and one of the most impressive and magnificent necropolis of all Etruria and Mediterranean basin. Enjoy your visit with your tour guide that will lead you also to Cerite National Museum where a large number of Etruscan relics are collected including the famous “Sarcophagus of the Spouses”.

What's Included

Professional English speaking guide in Tarquinia and Cerveteri
Private transportation by deluxe vehicle with an English speaking driver
VIP tickets to Tarquinia and Cerveteri necropolis and relevant museums

What's Not Included

Meals, food and drinks
Gratuities

Additional Information

Embark on a private tour from Rome with an English-speaking driver and join your guide onsite, ready to explore the Etruscan necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia. These locales have been distinctive UNESCO sites since 2004, epitomizing burial architecture and the replication of Etruscan residential areas and homes. The tomb frescoes vividly depict everyday life, while the burial mounds replicate styles of edifices that sadly vanished, leaving no trace in any form other than funerary. The day includes a lunch break (meal costs are not included).