Walking tour through the two fascinating necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia constitute a unique and exceptional testimony to the ancient Etruscan civilisation, the only urban type of civilisation in pre-Roman Italy.
Lunch will be available in a typical restaurant.
Then visit to the National Etruscan Museum where there is an interesting collection of Etruscan artifacts.
Finally return to Rome.
| Trip Code: | PSE4-R Etruscan necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia Private Tour |
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| Highlights | Etruscan necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia, National Museum Tarquinese |
| Departs from: | Civitavecchia Port |
| Tour Length: | 9-10 hours |
| Type: | Private Shore Excursion Tours |
| Included: | Transportation in a comfortable Mercedes Limovan equipped with double air-conditioning and refreshments, qualified english speaking driver |
| Not included | Entrance tickets, private guide and optional gratuities |
| Sites included: | Cerveteri, Tarquinia |
| Services: | Ideal for a couple but also adaptable for families with children. Every itinerary can be modified to fit any special need or request |
Cerveteri or Kaisra to the Etruscans dates back to the 11th century as proven by the archæological digs that uncovered dwelling areas and necropolises. This Etruscan centre underwent a long period of growth and was at its apogee around the 6th century BC.
These necropolises extend for 750 metres and contain about two hundred burial tombs. Their uniqueness is due to both the grandeur of scale and the pictorial decorations. The use of decorations is not unique per se in this area but here, the presence of paintings is...
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Andrew - 16/06/2008
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