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Journey through the majestic Carrara marble quarries aboard a Land Rover, following the winding roads of the Colonnata Valley. Uncover the secrets of marble extraction, from ancient to modern techniques, and marvel at the vast white scars on the wild slopes. A fascinating historical exploration that supplied material for iconic monuments like the Pantheon and Trajan's Column, and Renaissance masterpieces.

Itinerary

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Stadio dei Marmi
Pass by
Meeting point in the Stadio dei Marmi area in Carrara, meeting with the guide, and start of the tour. From here we begin the ascent among the vineyards of the green Candia Hills (famous for giving birth to a fine and original tasting Wine) along a route between the sea and the imposing Apuan Alps that is truly spectacular. We continue along an up-and-down dirt section until we find the asphalt road again, which leads directly into the heart of the Carrara Marble Quarries.
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Carrara
1h 30min
Explore the most precious of Carrara's treasures: the white marble quarries. Aboard comfortable and powerful 4×4 jeeps, our guide will take you over the peaks of the Apuan Alps. Up to the marble basins at an altitude of 1,000 meters, to discover the magical place where Michelangelo found the block that gave birth to his world-famous Pieta.
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Lardo di Colonnata
15min
Taste a sample of the famous Lardo di colonnata

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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Not recommended for travelers with acrophobia

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Carrara Marble Quarries Tour by Land Rover: History & Stunning Landscapes

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