Why choose this Gaeta tour ?
Discover the World War II Montecassino Battle 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 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 Guide Expert in WWII Central Italy Battlefields.
Free time for a light lunch before returning to your ship.
Private or Shared Tour available options.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Civitavecchia Port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. See our terms and conditions for full details
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What makes WWII BATTLEFIELDS: Battle of Montecassino Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia a unique experience ?
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 Civitavecchia Port.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
- English-speaking Driver with a private vehicle will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized.
- Option Private Tour: This is a private Tour. Only your group will participate and it can be modified and/or customized (even while on tour)
- Option Shared Tour: Solution with a lower price dedicated to travelers sharing the vehicle with a small group (up to 8 people per vehicle). Not customizable. It is not possible to include attractions tickets purchased by your own
- One Infant seat available on request
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- PRIVATE-TOUR GUIDE INCLUDED
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This is a Private Tour. Only your group will participate, Included Professional English-speaking Driver and vehicle full time
Included also: Local Licensed WWII Battlefields Expert Tour Guide 3 hours in Montecassino.
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This is a Private Tour. Only your group will participate, Included Professional English-speaking Driver and vehicle full time
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WWII BATTLEFIELDS: Battle of Montecassino Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Worry-free Shore Excursion
- Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
- Dedicated Local Licensed Expert Tour Guide (upgradable in Private option)
- Port pickup and dropoff
Not Included
- Montecassino Abbey Museum entrance fee (5EUR/person)
- Lunch, Food and drinks
- Tipping is not included in our service fees, it is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by ItalyBesTours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Departure time: 7:30am
• Duration tour: 9 hours
When in Italy you can contact our local supplier (+393512187924) by call and by WhatsApp. (we suggest by WhatsApp messages, easily linking to free wifi from hotels, bar/coffee shops, restaurants).
• English-speaking Driver with a private vehicle will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized.
• Professional English-speaking Driver gives basic general commentaries from the vehicle. He can’t leave the car to walk around with you.
• For under 18 years old booked for this tour please provide proof of identity (copy of a document, ecc.). Without them the Clients could be asked to make payment of a full price balancing cash in Euro directly to the driver.
• Option Private Tour: This is a private Tour. Only your group will participate and it can be modified and/or customized (even while on tour).
• Option Shared Tour: Solution with a lower price dedicated to travelers sharing the vehicle with a small group (up to 8 people per vehicle). Not customizable. It is not possible to include attractions tickets purchased by your own.
In Shared Tour 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.
• Tipping is not included in our service fees,It is never mandatory although it is always appreciated. Standard gratuities in Europe run between 10% 25% depending on the service received.
