Just over an hour away from the port of Civitavecchia, entering and crossing the incredible hilly landscape of the region called Umbria you will arrive in the famous historic town of Orvieto. It is a unique and fascinating place to visit. It has a history that dates back to well before the Roman Empire, to the time when the Etruscans were the dominant civilization on the Italian peninsula. Orvieto sits level with the rest of the surrounding countryside, situated below the rise of the volcanic butte. You can’t miss a visit to the Orvieto Cathedral and Orvieto Underground. The guided tour of the underground area is the ideal way to understand how the ancient Etruscans lived.
A few minutes’ drive from Orvieto and you will reach Bagnoregio, a few kilometers from the border with Umbria. Once you arrive in Bagnoregio you cannot miss a visit to Civita di Bagnoregio (The Dying City). Civita can only be reached on foot across a long panoramic bridge. It can be considered a real open-air museum. It is a pleasure to walk through its picturesque streets and ancient buildings.
A private tour (we do not combine groups) with an English-speaking driver. The tour starts at 7:30AM. The driver will meet you right under the ship, holding a sign with your name. Our vehicles and our drivers are authorized by the Port Authority to Pick you up right under the ship. You will not have to take the shuttle bus.
A memorable experience, perfect for reflecting over while you enjoy an Umbrian meal and a glass of Orvieto Classico wine. A few hours but that will make you discover the historical, artistic and gastronomic treasures typical of the countryside. You will cross hilly landscapes that hide millennia-old cities. Orvieto will be your first stop. You will discover the medieval and Renaissance city where you can visit the Duomo.\\ It is one of the most beautiful in Italy.
If you like, you can ask our office to book a local restaurant for lunch and wine tasting.
We can also offer you the underground tour. Orvieto is an old town located on a tufa outcrop 300 feet above the gorgeous Paglia valley below. The city is mostly known for its Etruscan roots.
Your second stop will be Civita di Bagnoregio ( “the town that is dying”), due to the constant erosion of the tuff rocks where it is placed, this citadel half-way between Orvieto and Lake Bolsena has Etruscan and Medieval origins. Civita di Bagnoregio is beyond doubt one of the most beautiful and characteristic Italian villages.
At 4:30PM your driver will take you back to Civitavecchia, where you will arrive at approximately 5:30PM.
Port of Civitavecchia. Meet your driver with sign directly at the exit of your ship (no shuttle bus)
10hrs – From 7:30AM to 5:30PM
