About this tour
A 6–9 hour drive from Rome to two Etruscan necropolis sites: Cerveteri and Tarquinia. Both are UNESCO-listed and packed with ancient tombs and frescoes that map out a vanished civilisation. Your driver doubles as an informal guide, sharing context about each location. Hotel pickup is included for groups of four; smaller groups depart from Cinecittà Metro. You'll have time for lunch in Tarquinia before returning to Rome by late afternoon. Entry fees to each site cost €10 and are paid on arrival.
Highlights
- Two UNESCO necropolis sites in a single trip
- Ancient Etruscan tombs with original frescoes intact
- Driver provides informal historical commentary throughout
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included for groups of 4+
- Free WiFi and refreshments on board
- Lunch break in Tarquinia (optional)
What to expect
Expect mostly road time—roughly 4–5 hours driving, with the remainder split between the two sites. Cerveteri and Tarquinia are modest towns, not bustling tourist hubs; the necropolis themselves involve walking among underground chamber tombs and viewing painted walls that date back 2,500 years. The driver will share facts and stories as you go, but this isn't a formal guided tour with a microphone and structured stops. You'll move at your own pace around each site. Bring sturdy shoes; the terrain can be uneven.
Good to know
Entry tickets (€10 each) are purchased on-site, not included upfront. Early starts at 8am are possible. Hotel pickups require confirmation of your accommodation's location. Not suitable for pregnant travellers or those with cardiovascular concerns. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Global Hobo summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.