Private Tour Etruscans and Tarquinia from Civitavecchia (Rome) Port
Visit the Etruscan sites and Tarquinia from Civitavecchia Port, a powerful fascinating civilization. Start your adventure into millennial art and history!
from €800≈ $924 · £685Other currencies at today’s rate — you are charged in euro
- Location:
- Civitavecchia
- Duration:
- 9 hours
- Language:
- English
- Tour type:
- Shore excursion
- Group:
- Your party only
- Free cancellation:
- Up to 24 hrs
- Ticket:
- E-ticket on your phone
- Back on board before all aboard, guaranteed
Why you will remember it
- Free cancellation up to 24 hrs – no charge if ship misses port – full refund if cruise is canceled
- Top privacy , flexibility and comfort , pick up/drop off directly at your ship
- Get to know the Etruscans, a powerful fascinating civilization
- Admire the highlights of Tarquinia from Civitavecchia Port, an UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit a charming Medieval city surrounded by towers and walls
- Wander in narrow alleys with Roman churches , Medieval palaces and ancient fountains
- Discover the Necropolis with 3000 years of history and painted tombs
The itinerary
The Etruscans in Tarquinia from Civitavecchia Port
A unique experience to follow the powerful Etruscan civilization. Meet your private English-speaking driver directly at your pier and start your adventure into the millennial history of the Etruscans in Tarquinia from Civitavecchia Port!
The Etruscans origins
The Etruscans are ancient people who thrived between the 8th and 5th century BC in Maremma, a bucolic region between Tuscany and Latium. They had a huge influence on the Roman Empire, assimilated by the Romans themselves after the Roman-Etruscan wars.
The city of the dead
Tarquinia is a UNESCO Heritage site thanks to the many important traces of the Etruscan culture and art. Get the discover more than 3000 years of history! Visit the Monterozzi Necropolis with painted tombs, a truly ‘city of the dead’ with fascinating representations of enjoying life.
Winged horses of 2500 years ago
Visit the Archaeological museum with invaluable antiquities of ceramics, tools, coins and statues. Admire the sculpture of the winged horses from 490-480 b.C in the Hall of Arms. See stone and marble sarcophagi of the wealthy families from 300 b.C.
Visit the old town
The old town of Tarquinia is also a jewel of mixed cultural influence, with Nordic and Renaissance architecture influence. Wander in the town of castles and towers, admire ancient palaces and fountains, enter old churches. Get the most beautiful views over nature and the seaside. Then have a walk at the Tarquinia harbor where the Etruscans had their maritime commercial routes.
At the end of your perfect day visiting the Etruscan sites in Tarquinia from Civitavecchia Port, relax during the comfortable ride back to your pier at Civitavecchia Port.
This tour — everything you need to know
Included:
- Private service: your party will be the only one in the vehicle
- Free Cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure
- Special Prestige Rent’s worry-free policy for cruisers: guaranteed on-time return to your ship – no charge if ship misses port – full refund if the cruise is canceled
- Pick up and drop off directly at your ship in Civitavecchia Port
- Knowledgeable English-speaking driver to lead you through the experience
- Transport with fully equipped Mercedes vehicle, free Wi-Fi and fresh bottled water
- Free time to visit Etruscan sites and Tarquinia at your own pace
- All taxes, tolls and gasoline
- No hidden costs
Not Included:
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Meals
Optional:
- Gratuities
- Extra hours to extend your day according to your ship schedule (Euro 70.00 per hour, per party)
Prices below are per group (not per person), vary depending on group size and are valid for pick up/drop off in Civitavecchia Port.
- Euro 800.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 850.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 900.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 1000.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 1100.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 1200.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 1300.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 1400.00 – party of 8 people
For different pick up/drop off locations, larger parties (9 or more people) or customized itineraries, please Contact us for alternative options for an estimate.
Tour type: private, your party will be the only one in the vehicle
Language: the driver is English-speaking
Vehicle: Mercedes sedan or van, depending on your party size
Activity level: easy
Accessibility: the experience can accommodate people with reduced mobility and foldable wheelchair/scooters users, if advised at the time of booking
Friendly cancellation policy: full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours prior to the departure time
Book With Confidence & Travel Safe: this tour is covered by our special Book with confidence and travel safe policy
Departure/Return point: cruiser terminal at Civitavecchia Port
Pick up/Departure time: suggested 8:00am but you can customize it to suit your travel needs.
Please note: ask your cruise company the time you’ll be able to disembark.
Sometimes docking and disembarkation times don’t correspond, and not all passengers may disembark at the same time.
Service duration:
The price includes up to 9 hours (i.e. 8:00am pick up – 5:00pm drop off).
If you’d like to extend your day, according to your ship departure schedule you can check availability directly with your driver.
Meeting instructions:
Option 1: meet your driver on the quay as soon as you leave the ship gangway.
Option 2: if you dock at a newer pier with a gate, leave the gangway and enter the gate. Meet your driver at the exit.
Your driver will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Important: don’t catch any shuttle bus because they bring you outside of the port and it will then be more difficult to meet your driver.
- 8:00am – Meet your private driver and depart from Civitavecchia Port
- 8:20am to 10:20am – Visit Monterozzi Necropolis with painted tombs
- 10:30am to 12:30pm – Visit the Archaeological Museum of Etruscans findings
- 12:30pm to 4:00pm – Stop in Tarquinia city center, visit the churches, ancient palaces and castles from Etruscan and Roman times. Do some shopping and have a local lunch
- 4:00pm to 4:40pm – Visit the harbor on the Etruscan commercial routes
- 4:40pm – Depart Tarquinia
- 5:00pm Arrive at Civitavecchia Port to your ship
Please note: the schedule is to give an idea about distances, driving and sightseeing time. This tour can be completely customized to suit your travel needs!
Let us know your preferences at the time of booking or tell your driver at the beginning of the day.
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