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Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $632 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Languages
- EN, IT, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Decus Italia
Description
Embark on a luxurious journey to Ostia Antica Archaeological Park, unveiling ancient Rome's mysteries amid captivating ruins resonating with grandeur. This tour explores bygone eras, discovering Ostia's hidden gems and delving into lesser-known chapters of Rome's history. Roam timeworn streets, embrace vibrant tales, and let history's hues and scents transport you on a temporal voyage. This Ostia Antica odyssey is an authentic encounter with antiquity, peeling back layers to illuminate Rome's narrative. More than a tour, it's a metamorphic venture, immersing you in vivid palettes, entrancing narratives, and fragrances of eras past. Elevating this journey, luxuriate in a private chauffeur-driven car. Your driver escorts you to and from Ostia Antica, enhancing exclusivity in exploring ancient Rome's essence. Secure your place now to submerge in Ostia Antica's captivating allure—a fusion of history and opulence, crafting an unmatched sojourn.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Thu and Fri
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 4+)
- $632
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,264.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Rome
The tour will start with the pickup from your accommodation. Your driver will take you directly to the archaeological site of Ostia, where your guide will be waiting for you.
Ostia Antica
The first port of Rome, Ostia takes its name from Ostium, the mouth, that is, the mouth of the river. It is here, in fact, that once the Tiber ended its course before throwing itself into the Tyrrhenian Sea, a time much closer. The archaeological park of Ostia Antica is one of the best preserved archaeological sites of ancient Rome, with 50 hectares of buildings and modifications over the course of about 8 centuries. Ostia was founded by king Anco Marzio in the seventh century. B.C, We know instead of the Roman settlement in the fourth century. BC, where Ostia was founded as a military colony to control the coast, with a river port, the Portus Urbis, At the end of the tour, you will relax in your comfortable, air-conditioned minivan until the return to your hotel.
What's included
Included
Entrance Fees to Ostia Antica archaeological park
Official guide for 2 Hours
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Provide the exact address of the hotel, apartment, bed and breakfast, etc. (within the Aurelian walls) 24H before the tour date, call or send a Whatsapp message to the agency to confirm the pickup time.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please specify in your reservation if you want to add a booster seat.
- 24H before the tour date, call or send a Whatsapp message to the agency to confirm the pick up time.
- Provide the exact address of your hotel, apartment, bed and breakfast, etc. (within the Aurelian walls).
- In the absence of the requested data, the tour will not be guaranteed.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome take?
Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome cost?
Prices start at $632 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,264. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Thursdays and Fridays, starting at 8:30 AM.
Can I cancel Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Provide the exact address of the hotel, apartment, bed and breakfast, etc. (within the Aurelian walls) 24H before the tour date, call or send a Whatsapp message to the agency to confirm the pickup time. Pickup points include Marcella Royal Hotel, Trevi Palace Luxury Inn.
What languages is Ancient Ostia Private Half-Day Tour from Rome offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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