Christian Catacombs and Basilicas by Minivan

Christian Catacombs and Basilicas by Minivan
From USD $112.00
  • Duration: 3 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Rome
  • Product code: CF-CCB

In the city of Rome there are approximately 40 catacombs dug into the earth that traverse through out 150 km. The catacombs are the underground cemeteries that were built 2000 years ago per the Pope.  He wanted to create a safe area that would guard the entombed bodies and their stories of those who had formed the local community.  Through this small group tour,  you'll learn the history to the locations of these burials and explore the fascinating inscriptions and wall art.  


DEPARTURE

Thursday and Saturday  at  10:00am

DURATION

Approx. 3 hours

PERIOD

April 1st to October 31st

LANGUAGE

English 

 

People on this tour: min 1 - max 14

What’s Included: 

  • Transportation by minivan 

  • Professional monolingual guide 

  • Small group tour

  • Skip-the-line entry to the catacombs

  • Entrance to the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore with priority access

  • Entrance to the Basilica of San Giovanni in Laterano with priority access

  • External visit of la Scala Santa

  • Earphones for large groups

Not Included:

  • Gratuities

What We Love About This Tour:

  • Transport by comfortable minivan

  • Marveling at the holy Basilicas of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Giovanni in Laterano.

  • Skip the line entrance to the tunnels of the underground catacombs underground labyrinth to discover a 2000 year old history.

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 Important to Know:

  • Please note that due to current Coronavirus, the Italian Government's directives and safety policies, all customers will be required to bring and wear their own mask during the entire visit. Temperature checks will also take place at tour venues; if your temperature is above 37.5°C you will unfortunately not be able to attend the tour.

  • Please be sure to arrive at the tour departure point 20 minutes before the starting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets will not be refunded.

  • Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour.

  • Please note entrance into Churches requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress

  • This tour runs rain or shine.

Important to Bring: 

  • Good walking shoes. The tour includes both hillside paths and stairs.

  • A hat, sunscreen, and bottled water. Many parts of the itinerary are not shaded.

Terms and conditions: 

  • You can cancel or modify your tour date and time up to 96 hours before arrival/ departure free of charge. If your tour modification is of greater value, you are subject to the price increase. 

  • Any cancellations made within 96 hours and no-shows are non-refundable.

  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least one adult to join a tour or an activity.

  • Bookings are subject to place and language availability. During our tours, the official guides and Accompanying Services could be performed in various languages.