Old Romans could not bury their dead inside the city walls, so they did it along the most frequented ancient roads, for example the Appian Way, the “Regina Viarum”, queen of all the roads, as the ancients called it. The first long road built specifically to transport troops outside the smaller region of greater Rome. The few roads outside the early city were Etruscan. By the late Republic, the Romans had expanded over most of Italy and were masters of road construction. Their roads began at Rome, where the master itinerarium, or list of destinations along the roads, was located, and extended to the borders of their domain – hence the expression, “All roads lead to Rome.”
The main part of the Appian Way was started and finished in 312 BC. The road began as a leveled dirt road where small stones and mortar were laid. On this gravel was laid, and finally topped with tight fitting, and interlocking stones to provide a flat surface. Some of the stones were said to fit so well that you could not slide a knife into the cracks. Lined with Important monuments along the way, you will enjoy this peaceful place outside of Rome.
FULL Day
A bite to eat and off to the Catacombs. We will exit the old city walls, take a bus and ride along the Appian way, until the famous Catacombs. We will learn why these cemeteries are called catacombs, we will visit one of them and we will stroll over the old Roman stones and enjoy the famous landscape with the umbrella-pine trees.
Entrance fee to the Catacombs is 6E.
Prices do not include meals or entrance fees into museums.
Transportation is included. Pick- up at your Hotel.
Reservations will be confirmed with payment at the time of booking with check or paypal. Your tour is fully refunded if cancelled 30 days in advance.
Prices
HALF Day 9,30 – 12,30
Per Couple 250,00 €
3 people 90,00 € each
4 people 80,00 € each
5 people and more 60,00 € each
FULL Day 9,30-4,30
Per Couple 350,00 €
3 people 120,00 € each
4 people 95,00 € each
5 people and more 80,00 € each
“By the way, Gabriella was fantastic. I really enjoyed the tour
with her, and I too highly recommend her. Doumina, you
have an amazing network of the finest people working with
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Kathy Hill