Full Day Tour in Monte Cassino and Subiaco
Description
We will take you to the Benedictine abbey of Montecassino. The second oldest monastery in Italy, destroyed during the Second World War. rebuilt and consecrated by Pope Paul VI in the year 1964. Then the Monastery of San Benedetto. It is one of the most significant spiritual places for the Church. Built almost a thousand years ago, it has the task of guarding the cave where the young Benedict of Norcia spent a period of hermit life, before devoting himself to the cenobitic life. An incredible spiritual and artistic experience that you will not be able to forget. Attention : In case of standard tour booking, with single participant, the tour confirmation will be sent four days before.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Founded in 529 by Saint Benedict of Nursia on the site of an ancient tower and a temple dedicated to Apollo, located at 516 meters above sea level, it has undergone over the course of its history an alternate story of destruction, looting, earthquakes and subsequent reconstructions.
It is one of the five war cemeteries present in the Cassinate, together with the German (in the hamlet of Caira), Italian (in Mignano Monte Lungo), French (in Venafro) and that of the Commonwealth (in Cassino).
Subiaco is an Italian town of 8 588 inhabitants in the metropolitan city of Rome Capital in Lazio. Here visitors will taste typical local products
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The vehicle will arrive in front of the hotel, and customers will be called to be informed.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(8)
Our tour guide Maria-Teresa is the kindest, warmest, and most accommodating person I’ve met during my two months in Europe. She took her time to explain so many fascinating details about the Sanctuary in Subiaco and the Abbey at Monte Cassino. She introduced us to the most charming lunch spot where I had the best pasta and wine. She patiently waited while we picked out countless religious gifts for our families, and even helped us get them blessed. We were deeply moved to visit the tombs of St. Benedict and St. Scholastica and had the most sacred experience. Our driver, Alejandro, was equally wonderful—so attentive, professional, and skilled. He navigated the winding mountain roads safely and smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and take in the breathtaking views. Overall, today’s tour was truly unforgettable. It was spiritual, peaceful, and filled with grace. Thank you, Maria-Teresa and Alejandro, for making it one of the most meaningful days of our entire trip!
Good morning, thank you for the kind words. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you on our next trip. Italian dreams
Maria Teresa (our guide) and Alessandro (our driver) were absolutely wonderful. Maria Teresa went above and beyond when she found out about my interest in St. Benedict and St. Scholastica, thoughtfully adjusting the schedule so we could visit the Monastery of St. Scholastica as well. She even spoke with the local Italian guide to ensure I received an English translation, which was incredibly helpful. The restaurant chosen for lunch was also a standout—I had the best cannelloni of my life! This tour is perfect for anyone interested in the Benedictine Order. Seeing the very birthplace of the order was a lifelong dream, and I can't thank Maria Teresa and Alessandro enough for making it such a memorable and meaningful experience.
Thank you for the kind words, it was a pleasure for us too. See you next time. Italia dreams
Great trip to take when you have limited time. Pickup early at 7.00am ensured we missed the crowds. The guide Maria-Thersa was very professional. Luigi the driver had us to our destination on time. Felt like it was a day out with a couple of friends.
thanks for the kind words and it was a pleasure to be with you. italiandreams
Guide was very knowledgeable and very thoughtful of our needs to visit the holy sites of Saint Benedict.
thank you it was a pleasure. we look forward to seeing you on the next tour
We enjoyed the tours and the luncheon. Our tour guide and driver were fantastic. I would recommend and can’t imagine doing this trip without a professional driver.
thank you, it was a pleasure, we look forward to seeing you on the next tour italiandreams
We had an excellent driver through all the crazy traffic and a sweet guide. Our main goal was to see Monte Cassino abbey and cemetery. Our guide was flexible enough that we could also see the museum at the cemetery. Finally, she organized a very elegant lunch for us.
it was a pleasure being with you, Thank you italian dreams
All was charming and wonderful. Probably most memorable was cemetery of Polish soldiers who liberated the Abbey
Thank you . Italian Dreams
This was my second tour with Italian Dreams - and it was as excellent as the first tour with them. Theresa and Claudio, our guide and our driver, were kind, conscientious, attentive, and helpful. Theresa was delightful as we made our way into the mountains heading up to Subiaco and then over to Monte Cassino. She helped make this tour memorable. Theresa was also very accommodating as sometimes walking is a bit difficult for me. Being able to visit both sites where St. Benedict lived was a highlight of my time in Italy and Theresa helped make this even more special. I am so grateful to Italian Dreams for making this tour possible.
Thanks for the wonderful review, we look forward to your next trip to Italy. italian dreams