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Castelli romani: local flavours and breathtaking views of the roman countryside

Duration
5 Days/4 Nights
Location
Castelli Romani (Lazio)
Departing from
Rome *
Starting at
on request
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Overview

Just a few kilometers from Rome, we find the Castelli Romani. A volcanic area where, in the past, the Roman feudal families used to seek refuge to escape from economic and political issues of the city.

Even today the Alban hills area hosts Romans who wish to escape from the heat and frenetic pace of the big city. With this itinerary you will discover the landscapes that characterize this place, the wood’s lush vegetation and lakes of volcanic origin. You will visit the ruins of old cities fixed in time and the noble palaces, you will enjoy breath-taking views and you will taste many different local products maybe sitting at the table of a typical “Fraschetta”. 

Highlights
  • Castel Gandolfo
  • Villa Barberini gardens and the Apostolic Palace
  • Lunch overlooking the lake of Albano
  • Temple of Diana Archaeological area
  • Nemi
  • Wine tasting and visit to a local winery
  • Dinner based on cold cuts and cheeses in a typical “fraschetta” in Frascati
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Travel itinerary

Day 1

THE ROMAN COUNTRYSIDE

Departing from Rome, you will take a panoramic tour of Castelli Romani area, enjoy the characteristic landscapes of the Roman countryside and you will reach the selected accommodation. Here you will have time to relax and stroll around in the charming center of Castel Gandolfo village.

Day 2

VILLA BARBERINI GARDENS AND THE APOSTOLIC PALACE

You will visit the naturalistic, botanical and archaeological wonders of the summer residence of the Popes with an eco-friendly minivan and the papal apartment inside the Apostolic Palace. Lunch will be served in a nice restaurant overlooking Lake Albano.

Day 3

NEMI

Accompanied by a local guide you will visit the archaeological excavations of the “Tempio di Diana” on the shores of Lake Nemi and then go up and visit the charming village. You will browse through its streets and shops and bars where there will certainly be the most varied productions made from the famous Nemi strawberries, sweet typical fruits you will taste during the walk

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Day 4

FRASCATI AND VINES

Along the road to Frascati you will admire the many vines in the area, you will meet the owners of a family run winery , have a tour of the vineyard and taste good wines from their own production.

In the afternoon you will have time for a free walk at Frascati village and you will have dinner in a typical “Fraschetta” with local products including cold cuts , porchetta, bread and other delights.

Day 5

DEPARTURE

Departure to Rome.

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*All travel itineraries are custom-made and the city of departure can be changed on request. For more detailed information and a personalised quote do not hesitate to contact us.

**Accommodations and experiences availability & prices should be reconfirmed at the moment of the booking. 

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