Semi-Private Walking Tour of the Etruscan Necropolis

Sightseeing  :  Italy  :  Latium And Rome  :  Rome  :  Cultural Tours

Get an up-close and personal glimpse of the Etruscan tombs of Cerveteri over the course of this 2-hour walking tour. Explore the mysteries of of the Banditaccia necropolis and visit some of its most famous tombs in an intimate group led by a local guide. Emerge from this unique archaeological site with a new understanding of life and death in the ancient world.Meet your guide outside the entrance to the Necropolis of Banditaccia and embark on a 2-hour journey through the tombs of Cerveteri. Start the tour with an introduction to the rituals of death in the Etruscan world. Stroll along the Tufo path and catch a glimpse of huge burial mounds, known as "tumuli", and encounter some of the most famous tombs in the area. Step inside the Tomba dei Rilievi, or Tomb of Reliefs, to admire its wonderful stucco reliefs.

Continue learning about the history of this fascinating place as a friendly and informative guide shares funny and interesting details about life in this ancient civilization. Gain knowledge about the great archaeological discoveries and even reach out and touch tufa blocks carved 2500 years ago. The tour is limited to 8 people for a small-group atmosphere.