Top Gaeta Art & Culture

Escape the well-trodden tourist path with this tour’s take on the traditional Italian aperitivo. Immerse yourself in an evening of lively storytelling, historical intrigue and culinary treats starting at Hotel La Pace in Cassino, Italy, as your guide talks you through the history of the region over Gustav wine and nibbles. This tour is ideal tour for history- and food-fans alike.

An old mule track that runs between the village of Caira and Monte Cassino Abbey became one of the most strategically important roads of the Apennine peninsula during World War II. With this tour, follow the track with a guide who illuminates the history of the allied campaigns of Monte Cassino and the Gustav Line during the war.

We will leave from Gaeta, admiring the Aragonese Castle overlooking the sea. We will head towards the Regional Park of Monte Orlando, a place that will be able to offer surprising and enchanting sceneries. Unforgettable will be the glimpse of the cliffs, walls more than 80 meters high, which drop sheer into the sea and the imposing and evocative "Grotta del Turco". At the extreme point of the promontory, the Sanctuary of Montagna Spaccata awaits us. A small rock outcrop is capable of attracting all the attention to itself: the "ship of Serapo", so called precisely because its shape vaguely resembles a vessel. arrived in Sperlonga We will admire the medieval towers dating back to 1500 and the wonderful natural caves of limestone formation: the caves of Bazzano, Grotte di Capovento and the most suggestive, the "Blue Grotto" Immerse yourself in its crystal clear waters! We will continue along the ancient via Flacca (187BC) and the Grotto of Tiberius before returning to Gaeta.

We will leave from Gaeta, admiring the Aragonese Castle overlooking the sea. We will head towards the Regional Park of Monte Orlando, a place that will be able to offer surprising and enchanting sceneries. Unforgettable will be the glimpse of the cliffs, walls more than 80 meters high, which drop sheer into the sea and the imposing and evocative "Grotta del Turco". At the extreme point of the promontory, the Sanctuary of Montagna Spaccata awaits us. Legend has it that the split in the mountain was created by the death of Christ. The characteristic chapel dedicated to the Most Holy Crucifix was built on a rock wedged between the walls of the fissure and still today it resists suspended over the deep blue sea.

Would you like to spend a day walking by the seashore, enjoying traditional food, precious art and breath-taking landscapes? If yes, this tour is perfect for you! Gaeta is an old town in Lazio region one hour away from Rome and Naples by train. Here, you can enjoy a nice and relaxed three hours tour of the city highlights. You will visit the most relevant sites in town and discover its treasures and secrets. Plus, you will taste the Tiella, a typical delicious street food. You can’t miss it!

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

Take a private tour to Monte Cassino that visits battle sites from World War II and other important monuments with the convenience of private transportation direct from the cruise ship dock in Rome. You can take a guided tour of the Abbey of Montecassino, learn about the Battle of Monte Cassino, and have the option to visit several war cemeteries, along with Sant’Angelo in Theodice and more.

We will leave from Gaeta, admiring the Aragonese Castle overlooking the sea. We will head towards the suggestive "Grotta del Turco". At the extreme point of the promontory, the Sanctuary of Montagna Spaccata awaits us with the characteristic chapel dedicated to the Most Holy Crucifix built on a rock wedged between the walls and suspended over the blue sea. Thus we come to a small cavity on the coast, barely perceptible and little frequented... the Pozzo del Diavolo! Not far away "the Cala dei 40 remi". Its wild soul immediately emerges from a characteristic of the fact that it can only be visited by swimming, canoe or boat. And now everyone in the water, it's time for a refreshing swim!! When you go back on board, an assorted tray with fresh seasonal fruit and a glass of prosecco will be waiting for you. unfortunately it is time to return to port.