Private Underground Rome: Cults and Mysteries

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Itinéraire

1. 1

   We'll leave Rome's city center by passing by the Coliseum and the Therms of Caracalla - the main ancient Roman baths. Leaving the city you will see the ancient Aurigal Walls and gate of St. Sebastian, used as check-point during Roman Empire's era. Appian road was built by order of censor Appius Claudius Caecus in 312 B.C. and it had important military, cultural and commercial significance, that's why in antiquity it was called «the queen of all roads ». The oldest stretch of the road is paved with tightly wrapped stones, which lay on a layer of pebbles and cement. Soon the Romans began to build along the road monumental tombs, aqueducts and magnificent monuments, the decoration of which became a matter of prestige.

   Passage sans arrêt•Entrée libre

2. 2

   Appian Way and Aurelian Walls

   During our first stop we'll visit the Quo Vadis Church, built on the spot where a landmark meeting for Christianity took place. Legend says while Apostle Peter was escaping from Rome from persecutions, Jesus Christ appeared to him on the Appian road. «Where do you go, Lord?» asked the apostle. The answer was: «I'm going to Rome to be crucified again.» Ashamed of his escape, St Peter then decided to come back to the city. In the very center of the church called «Domine Quo Vadis» we will see Jesus' footprints.

   30 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

3. 3

   Catacombs of Rome

   We'll then proceed to the church of St. Sebastian, where the relics of this Roman saint are hosted. And finally we will descend to the Catacombs of St. Sebastian, where frescoes of Christian themes are well preserved: Oranta, Jesus in nursery, Moses, a cycle of frescoes about Ion.

   40 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

4. 4

   Catacombs of Rome

   Our next destination are the huge catacombs of St. Callisto. This complex was formed during the 2nd-4th centuries on the basis of several previously existing burial zones, which gradually expanded and merged into a single complex by the end of the 4th century. Going underground we can admire many frescoes and inscriptions related to life and death of the Christian community's members of that era.

   1 heure•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

5. 5

   Basilica of San Clemente

   Back in downtown Rome, let your guide introduce you to the Basilica of St. Clemente, a unique archaeological complex that includes the upper level (a medieval basilica built in the 12th century AD), the middle level (an early Christian basilica built in the 4th century AD), and the lower level (two structures dated 1st century AD). In the early Christian basilica, unique frescoes of the 9th century were preserved, including the first known inscriptions in the common Italian language. At the end of the tour you'll be dropped off at your hotel or at a place of your choice in Rome.

   1 heure•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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Prise en charge

• Tout le monde est pris en charge
• 969 hôtels desservis
• Vous pouvez demander une autre adresse
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À savoir avant de partir

• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• You don't need to do anything, your private guide will have your tickets ready for you the day of the tour.

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige