Bomarzo Park of Monsters + Civita Bagnoregio + Orvieto Day Trip from Rome
Bomarzo’s sacred grove & Civita di Bagnoreggio day trip from Rome
Bomarzo’s sacred grove
Visit the world’s first theme park! Bomarzo’s sacred grove is commonly called the Park of Monsters for the strange and mysterious sculptures scattered throughout the gardens. Originally built by an Orsini prince in 1552, as a gift to his wife, the gardens were not laid out in the standard Italian renaissance style and their true purpose is still unclear even today. Instead, this magical place is decorated mythological creatures, like dragons, the three-headed dog, Cerberus, guardian of the gates of underworld and an Ogre with an open mouth large enough to sit inside.
Civita di Bagnoregio
After your visit to Bomarzo’s sacred grove, our trip continues to the nearby and fascinating village of Civita di Bagnoreggio. This small town, perched on top of a plateau and accessible only by a footbridge, is also referred to as the “Dying Village”. Civita di Bagnoreggio’s history dates back as far as 2500 yrs. ago, when it was an Etruscan settlement that controlled the trade routes in the valley of the Tiber River. Later, it was a Roman colony and in the middle ages, it hosted a Saint. Due to frequent landslides and erosion, Civita di Bagnoreggio has been abandoned sistematically by its inhabitants, who have left behind for us to visit, a village frozen in time.
Lunch will be offered in the only “Trattoria” of Bagnoreggio and if the weather allows it, will be served outside “Al Fresco”. The local red wine of the “Tuscia” will always be present!
Orvieto and St.Patrick’s Well
Our day trip concludes in the charming city of Orvieto. A leisurely stroll through the narrow picturesque alleyways, will lead you to the beautiful Duomo of Santa Maria Assunta, a masterpiece of gothic architecture. See for yourself why the Duomo of Orvieto is considered one of the most fascinating churches in Italy. From there you will descend down into St. Patrick’s well that was built on the perimeter of the ancient city. Built by Antonio da Sangallo the younger, it provided Orvieto with fresh water in case of a city siege; two spiral staircases that never intersect dive down to over 173 ft. (53 m) into the reservoir. Legend has it that the well has never run dry in 500 years!
The tour includes:
- Complete coverage of transportation fees and meals
- Comfortable transfer from Rome to Bomarzo’s park, Civita di Bagnoreggio and Orvieto, then back to Rome.
- Ticket fees to Bomarzo’s park, Civita di Bagnoreggio and St. Patrick’s well in Orvieto are included
- The meal included is lunch
Places Visited:
- Bomarzo’s Park of Monsters
- Civita di Bagnoregio
- Etruscan hand carved grotto
- Duomo of Santa Maria Assunta in Orvieto
- Well of Saint Patrick in Orvieto
08.30
Piramide metro stop
Meeting Point
Meet your guide for Bomarzo & Civita di Bagnoreggio tour at Piramide metro stop. Our private van will be waiting for us there as well. The van will have A/C and plenty of space.
10.00
Park of Monsters at Bomarzo
Visit and Tour
Arrival at the Park of Monster, if needed a restroom is available. Guided tour of the sacred gardens and information on the sculptures.
11.30
Park of Monsters at Bomarzo
Departure to Civita di Bagnoregio
After about a 30min drive we will arrive at Civita di Bagnoreggio’s car park.
12.15
Civita di Bagnoregio
Stroll within the abandoned town
Once inside the enchanted village of Civita di Bagnoregio, you will visit a hand carved ancient grotto that dates back to 2500 yrs. ago and have plenty of time for breathtaking pictures of the amazing landscape.
13.30
Civita di Bagnoregio
Lunch at the Trattoria
Lunch will be served with a typical starter of local assorted cheese and cured meats accompanied by tasty bruschette. The next course will be fresh handmade pasta with wild boar tomato sauce. Red wine from the Tuscia area and water. There will be vegetarian options.
14.45
Civita di Bagnoregio
Walk back to the Car Park and drive to Orvieto
Gradual walk back to the car park to meet our driver and drive to Orvieto.
15.20
Orvieto
Visit the historical center of Orvieto and Duomo
Stroll through the beautiful alleyways of Orvieto leading to the majestic Duomo.
16.30
Orvieto
Descend into the well of St.Patrick
Admire a wonder of the renaissance built to provide water to Orvieto in case of city sieges.
18.30
Rome
Return back to your private vehicle and return to Rome.
Our private driver will drop you off exactly at the morning’s meeting point. Nearby there is a metro line and a taxi stand.
* Available all year long, only weekdays
** Cancellation policy
Itertours will refund 65% of the total payment given before 72 hrs. of the booked date of the tour. Any cancellations within 72 hrs. or “No Shows” will not be refunded and Itertours will keep 100% of the sum paid for. This is due to the fact that reservations have been made, tickets have been purchased before hand, third party private transport has been ordered and a personal qualified guide has been hired. For causes of force majeure include impersonal events such as extreme weather conditions, natural disasters, strikes, traffic accidents, earthquakes, etc. that makes it dangerous or impossible to safely undertake the tour, Itertours will offer a different date or a 65% refund.
** Disclaimer:
Due to other circumstances (i.e. traffic, weather conditions, etc.) we will send you a confirmation email 24 hrs before the planned excursion date.
* Adult pricing is applied from 18 years old and above.
* The excursions are guaranteed when there are 4 confirmed participants
