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Rome to Orvieto: Basilica, Well, Underground tour + Wine Tasting
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Full Description
Marvel at the sight of the Underground Caves below the street level, following your guide into a hidden world.
Among the array of architectural marvels, prepare to be awestruck by the renowned St. Patrick's Well, a staggering 53 meters deep.
At lunchtime, your private driver will lead you to a winery overlooking the town and the valley. There, you will taste three Umbrian wines and homemade delicious local tidbits. Before returning to Rome, you will also visit the vineyard, the winery, and the Etruscan Caves.
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What's Included
Included
- Admission tickets to St. Patrick's well
- Transfer back to your hotel in Rome
- Admission tickets to Underground Orvieto
- Admission tickets to the Cathedral
- Wine Tasting and rich selection of typical products in a local winery
- all day private luxury car with driver
- 3 hours professional guide in Orvieto Kindly ask for languages that are not listed..
- Pick up from your location in Rome
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Note that St Patricks Well has 248 steps downward and 248 upwards; visitors with mobility limitations can step only some of them and and exit from the entrance. Entering every sacred place one must cover knees and shoulders..
Itinerary
You will embark on a journey through this enchanting, picturesque town, a hidden gem rich in masterpieces, preparing your senses for a delightful wine tasting in a fabulous location.
You will walk among the medieval street and learn the history of this Papal siege, admiring its imposing palaces and squares before visiting the Basilica and the Well.
The time includes the ride to reach Orvieto.
Duration: 120 minutes
It was dug in the XVI century to guarantee a supply of water to its citizens all year round in case of calamity. It is a hydraulic masterpiece!
Duration: 60 minutes
Admission ticket included
The main highlight is the Gothic Cathedral. Its multicolored façade is covered with dazzling mosaics and splendid bas-reliefs. The interior contains the relics of the Miracle of Bolsena and incomparable frescoes of the “Apocalypse” by Fra Angelico and Luca Signorelli‘s “Day of Judgment” and” Life after Death.”
These masterpieces will surprise you entering St. Brizio Chapel, as they surprised Michelangelo, who studied Signorelli’s work and took inspiration for the Sistine Chapel. The celestial “Madonna with the Child and Angels” and infinite other great masterpieces cover all the Cathedral inside and outside.
The Papal Palace across the square, a monumental Gothic structure, was a residence for the Popes. Strolling around the town, you may admire many Renaissance and Gothic Palaces ( all from the outside).
Duration: 60 minutes
Admission ticket included
Discover with your private guide what is hidden below this peculiar town: columbaria, quarries, ravines, an underground medieval oil mill, and more! The underground caves date back to the Etruscan period, 5th Century B.C., when they had to dig deep wells to find water. Over the centuries, the Caves were used for different purposes and then dismissed until 1970, when archeologists discovered them.
Duration: 60 minutes
Admission ticket included
INCLUDED! At lunchtime, you can taste 3 Umbrian signature wines while enjoying a traditional mix of delicious local products: Cinta Senese cold cuts, a selection of local cheese, freshly baked bread, and extra virgin olive oil of own production.
Note that time includes driver back to your location in Rome.
Duration: 240 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 9 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Admission tickets to St. Patrick's well
- Transfer back to your hotel in Rome
- Admission tickets to Underground Orvieto
- Admission tickets to the Cathedral
- Wine Tasting and rich selection of typical products in a local winery
...and more
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.