Top Lazio Half-day Tours

Dario Vecchio, since 1989 has been carrying out Tourist Trips and Boat Excursions in Gaeta. It is not a simple boat ride like many others, it is a real immersion in our world, in our passions. We take you by sea to discover the beauty of the Gulf of Gaeta, between Gaeta and Sperlonga. An exceptional, wonderful tour. Accompanying you on this experience is not just a job but a lifestyle. Book your excursion, we will accompany you to discover the environmental wonders that surround us: from the cliffs overlooking the sea, to the beaches set in the rocks; we will tell you all the anecdotes, history and peculiarities of the landscapes that we will encounter together.

Explore one of Lazio’s most down-to-earth cities during this small-group food tasting tour of Civitavecchia. Skip the tourist traps and see where locals live and eat. Learn about the port’s significance through ancient and modern times. Highlights include the town’s most popular pastry shop and a sampling of cheese, cold cuts, and pizza within the bustling marketplace.

This tour is awesome if you've been to Rome before and are looking for something fun to do when you dock in Civitavecchia. This walking tour was created by an enthusiastic, young local who will accompany you on your journey through time and tastes.

With only one day in Rome, make the most of your limited time with this full-day shore excursion from Civitavecchia. Tick off highlights spanning thousands of years, from the Colosseum and Pantheon to St. Peter’s Square and the Trevi Fountain. Plus, tours are timed to your cruise ship schedule, so you can sightsee in peace without worrying about making it back to the port in time.

Relive the legend of the pirates and discover the most authentic side of the Riviera of Ulysses with a hike through sea, history and unspoilt nature. The Tour Le Grotte dei Corsari takes you along time-sculpted cliffs and coves accessible only by sea, among tales of ancient legends and wild views. After departing from the port, the coastal navigation reaches the suggestive Grotta di Tiberio, where archaeology and the sea meet, and then continue towards the Beach of Bazzano and uncontaminated environments such as the Grotta degli Asinelli and Capovento. The most exciting moment is the stop at the famous Blue Grotto, followed by the Spiaggia delle Bambole, famous for its crystal clear seabed. The tour includes three stops for swimming and snorkeling in caves and coves selected by the Captain based on sea conditions, to ensure always safety and clarity. An intense experience, dedicated to relaxation and the discovery of the sea.

Escape the crowds of Rome and discover the beauty of Lake Bracciano with a private chauffeur at your disposal. Travel in comfort and enjoy a carefully designed base itinerary, with the freedom to personalize your day. Visit the stunning Orsini-Odescalchi Castle, explore charming lakeside villages, and relax with a scenic lunch with lake's view. Make your experience even more memorable by adding optional activities such as kayaking on the lake, visiting the UNESCO beech forest of Oriolo Romano, or enjoying a unique truffle hunting experience. A perfect mix of history, nature, and flexibility—designed around you.

Get a private pick up at your disembarkation, then discover the magnificence of Rome on this private tour from Civitavecchia. Explore iconic sights like the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Saint Peter's Square with your own dedicated driver guide. This personalized journey allows you to customize your itinerary, ensuring you focus on the attractions that interest you the most. Enjoy hassle-free pickup directly from your cruise ship and a drop off at yout hotel for check in or at the airport to catch your flight. - Half-day private tour of Rome with personalized itinerary - Pickup directly from the gangway your cruise ship - Visit top main highlights of Rome - Drop off in Rome or at the airport

Visit Tarquinia, one of the most important Etruscan cities, situated only 15 km north from Civitavecchia. Discover the secrets and the beauties of the Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque and ancient Etruscan city and explore the underground archeological park! Highlights • Visit the Tarquinia historical city centre and admire churches, towers, buildings, in Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque styles; • A step back before Roman Civilization: discover the Etruscan park: tombs, homes, scenes of daily life faithfully reproduced in 15.000 mqs underground cave; • Enjoy the beautiful landscape of Maremma from the solid and majestic defensive walls;

Our food tour of Civitavecchia is unique for three compelling reasons. First, it is led by a knowledgeable local expert who offers insider insights and captivating stories that bring the city's culinary traditions to life. Second, the tour features a carefully curated selection of authentic local delicacies, from market-fresh street food and artisanal cheeses to refreshing gelato and robust Italian espresso, ensuring you experience the true flavors of Civitavecchia. Third, each stop on the tour is steeped in local culture, whether it’s the vibrant atmosphere of the market, the picturesque sea promenade, or the historical ambiance of Fortezza Michelangelo, providing a comprehensive cultural immersion alongside your culinary journey.

Learn about Lazio’s overlooked Etruscan heritage during this full-day, small-group tour of Tarquinia. Explore the culture and artifacts of the civilization that predated the ancient Romans during stops at the UNESCO-listed Tarquinia necropolis and Tarquinia National Museum, with admission tickets included. Hotel transfers and a traditional Italian lunch are also provided.

Maximize time in Rome with a half-day private tour including dockside pick-up from the port of Civitavecchia. Customize the itinerary according to your interests and visit local landmarks such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. Learn about Rome’s history and culture from your guide. Drop-off at your hotel or the airport is included.

We will start from the Grotta di Tiberio adorned with numerous sculptures depicting the deeds of Ulysses. We will continue along the ancient Via Flacca (187a.C.). We will admire the medieval towers dating back to the 1500s and wonderful natural caves. We will arrive in Gaeta (LT) and we will admire the "Montagna Spaccata". The show that offers the reserve of the Regional park of Ulisse, is amazing. UNIQUE experience, because I have a regular permit to access it.

Explore the mysterious history of the Etruscans on our private half-day tour. Tarquinia was one of the most important Etruscan towns during the pre-Roman times and today it attracts a number of tourists from all over the world, thanks to its archaeological finds, which constitute unique evidence of this ancient civilization. With your knowledgeable guide you will go back in time and learn about Etruscan everyday life, their ceremonies, mythology, arts traditions and much more! During this history-focused tour you will visit the UNESCO Heritage listed Necropolis of Monterozzi and the National Archaeological Museum with the rich collection that represents the Etruscan culture.

Specifically tailored for passengers ending their cruise in the Civitavecchia Port, this private tour of Rome city begins with pickup at the port and ends with drop-off at Fiumicino Airport. Spend a half day exploring the highlights of the city in a private, air-conditioned van, including the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum. This tour can accommodate up to eight people.

Stretch your trip to Italy even further with an insightful tour of Rome that sets off directly from the cruise port at Civitavecchia. Meet your driver when you leave the boat, and travel on to the capital to learn all about its rich history and ancient importance. See the colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, and hear stories about Rome from your driver and guide.

An old mule track that runs between the village of Caira and Monte Cassino Abbey became one of the most strategically important roads of the Apennine peninsula during World War II. With this tour, follow the track with a guide who illuminates the history of the allied campaigns of Monte Cassino and the Gustav Line during the war.

Take a tour of Viterbo with your own private guide, and discover the historic corners of the stately Lazio city. Focusing on the sights that interest you most, the private tour takes in the neighborhood of San Pellegrino and landmarks linked to the city’s papal history. You’ll visit the palace where the first recorded conclave took place, and hear fun facts about Viterbo’s numerous movie locations.

Explore the mysteries of the Etruscan history on our family-friendly private tour. Due to the lack of historical records, we don’t know much about this Ancient Civilisation which predates the Romans. That’s why it will be a memorable experience for the whole family to discover the exceptional evidence of the Etruscan culture in the heart of Northern Lazio. During this journey you will visit the UNESCO world heritage Necropolis of Monterozzi and explore its painted tombs with the precious frescoes which date back to the 6th century BC. Your professional kid-friendly guide will take you back in time and explain the Etruscans history and culture in the most engaging way. You and your kids will learn with fun, while participating in various interactive activities and games designed specifically for this family adventure tour.

Enjoy a tour of Rome and the Vatican Museums in style. Our driver will meet you at the port around 7.30 and drive you to Rome. The car will not be at your disposal, it’s a walking tour. Our full day tour will be led by a fully licensed tour guide who will enter with you every sites, includes the most important sightseeing of Rome: Colosseum, Forum, Capitoline Hill, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Navona square, Vatican museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica. *Please note that our tour does NOT include the underground level because it takes at least 1 hour to visit there and in our opinion does not worth the time and money (it is not included in the standard Colosseum admission tickets), we prefer to dedicate that time to the Emperor palace instead. The full day tour is a private WALKING tour. That means you will not join another group but you will have a guide only for you for the entire tour. It is the best way of visiting Rome and the Vatican.

Discover Rome in Comfort: Exclusive Deluxe Golf Cart Tour for Cruisers Embark on a 6-hour Deluxe Golf Cart Tour, the first of its kind in Rome! Perfect for cruisers, this tour offers a private transfer from and back to Civitavecchia, scheduled around your cruise itinerary for maximum convenience. Escape the bustling streets and explore the Eternal City in a relaxed and immersive way. Walk through charming lanes dating back to the 15th century, and marvel at Rome’s stunning squares and historical monuments, exclusively accessible via our Golf Cart Tour.

Tarquinia was the most important Etruscan city in the seventh century BC and it is particularly famous for the Monterozzi Necropolis (also called Necropoli di Tarquinia), an ancient cemetery from pre-Roman times which houses more than two hundred painted tombs beneath its green mounds. You will explore imposing halls carved into the rock copying Etruscan houses (Necropolis literally means “City of the Dead”) to admire the bright colors used by the ancient Etruscans to paint landscapes, exotic animals and scenes of everyday life. Thanks to our knowledgeable and passionate guide, you will discover the secrets of the most beautiful and fascinating tombs: the tomb of the Leopards, with its banquet scenes that show the incredible freedom of Etruscan women, the tomb of Hunting and Fishing, which represents the typical activities of the aristocracy, the tomb of the Warrior, where funeral rites are represented (including the cruel games that inspired the subsequent gladiator fights)… Walking through the charming alleys of Tarquinia, dotted with medieval towers and splendid palaces, you will reach Palazzo Vitelleschi, which houses in the National Etruscan Museum the most precious treasures of the ancient city: carved sarcophagi, frescoes, jewels made of gold and gemstones, and the famous Winged horses!

Only your group of up to 12 people can participate on this private VIP tour. You will have at your exclusive disposal one of our stupendous characteristic Gozzi with all its comforts for a whole day. You will spend a wonderful day of relaxation and contact with the magnificence of the surrounding nature. You can choose the route within our maritime department of competence, however the Captain will advise you on the most beautiful places to visit, where it will be a must to stop for a swim in the clearest waters. I have a regular permit to navigate in the protected area of ​​the "Riviera di Ulisse" regional park and I will tell you about the historical and religious cultural heritage, which is still visible today, from the Roman and medieval times. Very suitable activity for birthdays or bachelor/hen party.

A car sightseeing tour of Rome will allow you to plunge into the life of the Italian capital meaningfully and comfortably. Visit the most breathtaking places that you cannot see on a walking tour. The program is aimed at people who want to save precious time and are not ready for tiring walks but plan to see the maximum number of interesting places. A small auto-trip will help you to experience all the charm of the ancient city in dynamics. *The transfer from the port of Civitavecchia to Rome will take about an hour.