Ancient Appian Way and Winery tour

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Ancient Appian Way and Winery tour

By Limoservices & Travel srl

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Overview

Appian Way: History & Luxury Wine Tasting
Experience an exclusive private tour of the Via Appia Antica, Rome’s newest UNESCO site. This journey blends ancient engineering with the refined flavours of the Roman countryside.
From the Circus Maximus and Baths of Caracalla, explore the St. Callixtus Catacombs and the Tomb of Cecilia Metella before escaping the crowds.
Tour Highlights:
Ancient Wonders: 2,300-year-old Appian Way and the Park of the Aqueducts.
Exclusive Winery: A private, organic family estate on the historic road.
Mausoleum of Gallienus: A 3rd-century monument hidden within the winery.
Sommelier Tasting: Premium organic wines paired with a traditional light lunch.
Private Luxury: Private vehicle and driver for a seamless return.
The perfect blend of history and slow-paced Roman luxury.

Activity location

Circus Maximus
- Via del Circo Massimo
- 00186, Rome, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
- 48 Piazza della Repubblica
- 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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Ancient Appian way and Winery tour

8h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 9:00 AM

Price details

NZ$1,668.57 x 1 AdultNZ$1,668.57

Total

Until Sun, 3 May

What's included, what's not

Lunch and wine tasting in a winery
Entrance tickets at the catacombs
guided tour at the Catacombs
Private transport on a Luxury vehicle, saloon or Minivan according with the size of the group.
English speaking driver, local host
tips is not included and not compulsory

Know before you book

Public transport options are available nearby
Specialised infant seats are available
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: due to the narrow spaces and uneven terrain, the catacombs portion of this tour is not recommended for travellers with claustrophobia or mobility issues."

Activity itinerary

Circus Maximus

Circus Maximus & Palatine Hill: Enjoy a panoramic introduction to the city with views of the Empire’s greatest stadium and the majestic birthplace of Rome on the facing Palatine Hill.

Giardino degli Aranci

Aventine Hill & Orange Garden: Discover one of Rome's most romantic viewpoints from the Aventine Hill, offering a fragrant stroll through the Orange Garden and a stunning vista of St. Peter’s Dome.

Piramide Cestia (Pass by)

Cestius Pyramid: Pass by this strikingly well-preserved white marble pyramid, a unique 1st-century BC tomb inspired by ancient Egyptian fashion.

Caracalla

Caracalla Thermal Baths: Drive past the monumental ruins of the Roman Empire's second-largest public bath complex.

Via Appia Antica (Pass by)

Appian Way: Enter the "Queen of Roads," a 2,300-year-old basalt-paved highway lined with ancient tombs and iconic Mediterranean pines.

Arco Di Druso (Pass by)

Druso Arch: Drive by this remarkably well-preserved arch, originally built to support an ancient aqueduct. It served as a defensive 'pre-gate' located just beyond the monumental St. Sebastian Gate.

Porta San Sebastiano (Pass by)

Porta San Sebastiano: Just after the Arch of Drusus, we'll pass through the historic Porta San Sebastiano. This grand gateway marks the southern entrance to Rome and serves as the majestic starting point of the Appian Way."

Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis (Pass by)

Quo Vadis: while you proceed along the historic Appian Way, you will see the famous spot where the 'Quo Vadis' encounter took place.

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus (Pass by)

St. Callixtus Catacombs: Reach the Christian’s earliest underground cemetery in Rome, the final resting place of 9 popes and martyrs.

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

1h
Admission ticket included

Tour of the Catacombs: Descent into the sacred silence of the underground galleries for a specialised guided exploration of early Christian history.

Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella

10m
Admission ticket not included

Cecilia Metella Mausoleum: Admire this massive circular tomb, which served as a medieval fortress and remains an iconic landmark in the Roman countryside.

Via Appia Antica

Stroll along the Appian Way, also known as the 'Queen of Roads,' and walk upon the original basolati—ancient volcanic stones that will make you feel fully immersed in the past. Be sure to capture the moment with a photo to carry the memory of this timeless journey with you."

Via Appia Antica

Drive to a winery at Gallienus Mausoleum: Arrive at an exclusive, family-run organic estate that houses the hidden 3rd-century ruins of Emperor Gallienus's tomb.

Via Appia Antica

2h 15m
Admission ticket included

Wine Tasting & Lunch: Indulge in a sommelier-led tasting of organic volcanic wines paired with a fresh, artisanal Italian lunch on the winery grounds, including a tour led by the local host to visit the Gallienus Mausoleum

Parco degli Acquedotti

Appio Claudio Aqueduct: Take a final, evocative walk beneath the towering arches of one of Rome's greatest engineering masterpieces in the Park of the Aqueducts

Piazza della Repubblica

Hotel Drop-off: Relax in comfort as your private driver returns you directly to your hotel, concluding the journey.

Location

Activity location

Circus Maximus
- Via del Circo Massimo
- 00186, Rome, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
- 48 Piazza della Repubblica
- 00185, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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