Montecassino Abbey Private Day Trip from Rome
Description
Enjoy this impressive itinerary and make memories of the landmarks: • Montecassino Abbey (one of the most known Abbeys in the world) • Visit to the Polish War Cemetery and the Commonwealth War Cemetery some of the cemeteries for the various military groups and nationalities who are held in high esteem by the local people. Polish, New Zealand, US, French, British and so many others who helped to free Italy from the grip if the Third Reich. • The village of Sant'Angelo, the battlefield of the Rapido River, the Freedom Bell near that site. • The ruins of San Pietro Infine Upgradable with licensed local expert tour guide. Free time for a light lunch with local products before returning to Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (if option selected) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles
Tour Options
Itinerary
Begin the tour with a pickup from your accommodation in Rome by an air-conditioned comfortable vehicle and Professional English-speaking Driver. Start your 1,5-hour drive to Montecassino, observing the landscape as you go. Upon your arrival, begin a self-guided tour of the Abbey of Montecassino, one of the most well-known Abbeys in the world. Admission Not Included.
Visit to the Polish War Cemetery. Work on the construction of the cemetery began in 1944, shortly after the end of hostilities, and was finished in 1946. The official consecration, however, took place on 1 September 1945 during a multi-faith celebration conducted according to the rites of the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, Protestant and Jewish faiths, and was attended by representatives of the Polish Government-in-Exile and of Allied Command.
The Commonwealth War Cemetery for the various military groups and nationalities who are held in high esteem by the local people. New Zealand, US, French, British and so many others who helped to free Italy from the grip if the Third Reich.
The village of Sant'Angelo, the battlefield of the Rapido River, the Freedom Bell near that site.
The village of San Pietro was completely destroyed in late 1943 by fighting between the advancing U.S. forces seeking to break the Winter Line and the defending German troops. The Parco della Memoria Storica (History Memorial Park) contains the ruins of the village, still laying as they were at the end of the war.
Free time for a light lunch with local products before returning to Rome.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure and Return Point: Your accommodation in Rome In Shared Tour Option only: Your Driver may make a few stops (usually 2/3 stops) along the way to pick up, or drop off, fellow passengers. This means that your Driver could arrive within 15-30 minutes of your scheduled pickup time.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
- This is a private Tour. Only your group will participate and it can be modified and/or customized (if requested at booking time)
- One Infant seat available on request
Reviews(14)
Both the driver and local tour guide were extremely knowledgeable and polite. We would highly recommend this service for those wanting to take a day trip to Monte Cassino.
Very helpful and informative knowledgeable guide, plenty of time to explain and discuss. Great visit to Monte Cassino and surrounding locations !!!!!
Paolo was great! Very nice and professional. It was very interesting to see the old battle site. It was also interesting to see the modern day town of Cassino.
As a history connoisseur it has been a dream of mine to visit Monte Cassino. The area is covered in reach history and beautiful landscapes. My wife and I were blown away by the amazing tour experience we received from Miguel our tour guide and Paolo or driver. They both went above beyond to make sure we had a great experience and learned about the deep history covering Monte Cassino. They are two of the kindest people we met during our time in Italy. Both had a great respect and knowledge of the historical places we visited. 10 out of 10 would love to visit the abbey and the town of Cassino again with Miguel and Paolo.
The scenery and history of this area are amazing and breathtaking our driver and guide Paolo was very informative and helpful. It was very important tour for us as my wife's father was at Casino during the 2nd world war and so it was a very emotional visit especially to the commonwealth cemetery.
We wanted to spend most time visiting the abbey church at Montecassino. Our guide, Francesco, listened to our priority of doing this and ensured that we had all the time we wanted. He was sensitive and extremely knowledgable. We could not have had anyone better. We visited the war graves as well and learned a great deal. Our driver, Giovanni, was equally competent caring and friendly. Grateful thanks to them both.
Very nice view we really enjoy the time. The trip was wonderful our guide was very informative he told us a lot about the place.
Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of montecassino. Recommend if you like history or just want a quiet day outside of busy-Rome
The experience was excellent. We join Paolo with excellent layout and guidance. Everything was on schedule. Excellent human and professional quality. The excursion is worth it. The spirituality of St. Benedict and the horror of war are appreciated. Highly recommended. Thanks, Paolo.
Shocking visit to this beautiful 1200s abbey with several destructions and rebuilding the last after its destruction during the Second War as it was before the bombings, chilling the war museum
