Rome Underground and Appian Way - private tour
Description
Experience the ancient “freeway” that was the Appian Way, the starting point for Roman traders and warriors journeying to the far eastern reaches of the Empire. Dating from 312 BCE, it was flanked by mausoleums, such as Cecilia Metella tomb, and villas, like Villa dei Quintilii, many of them built by Rome's most wealthy and famous families. More than anything it is the unmissable Christian Catacombs, the burial grounds of the earliest Christians who were laid to rest after death deep below the earth in maze-like underground galleries. Today, when you visit these tombs, you witness a remarkable insight into the formative early Christian community and, with the help of your guide, get a sense of how Chirstianity was born and how it developed towards what it is today.
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The Appian way was the starting point for Roman traders and warriors journeying to the far eastern reaches of the Empire
Unmissable the Christian Catacombs, the burial grounds of the earliest Christians who were laid to rest after death deep below the earth in maze-like underground galleries.
It is an ancient Roman villa built by the rich and cultured brothers Sextus Quintilius Valerius Maximus and Sextus Quintilius Condianus (consuls in 151 AD) The villa included extensive thermae fed by its own aqueduct, and, what was even more unusual, a hippodrome.
The Tomb of Caecilia Metella (Italian: Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella) is a mausoleum built during the 1st century BC to honor Caecilia Metella who was the daughter of Quintus Caecilius Metellus Creticus, a consul in 69 BC, and wife of Marcus Licinius Crassus (quaestor) who served under Julius Caesar and was the son of the famous triumvir Marcus Crassus.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- People with claustrophobia may find this tour difficult
- People with physical limitations are not recommended to take this tour
Reviews(1)
A tremendous experience, well worth the price. The driver and guide met us at our hotel and dropped us off again at the end. The vehicle was very comfortable. The tour through the catacombs was fascinating. As this was a private tour, the guide could take us to areas that group tours do not go because of size. In many parts we were the only ones there. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of interesting information that helped us really appreciate the site. We spent time next driving to and then walking along the Appian Way with the guide explaining a lot about the things we saw and answered all questions thoroughly. Private tours are more expensive. But if you can afford it, it will enhance your overall visit to sites like these.
Goodmorning, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your experience, from the comfort of the transportation to the personalized visit of the Catacombs and the walk along the Appian Way. Our guides are passionate about sharing the history and hidden treasures of these extraordinary sites, so it is especially rewarding to know that their knowledge and dedication helped make your visit so memorable. We are also pleased that you appreciated the advantages of a private tour, which allows for a more relaxed pace and access to areas that larger groups cannot always visit. Thank you once again for choosing us. We truly hope to welcome you back to Italy for another unforgettable experience in the future!
