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WWII Montecassino Battlefields: Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia

9 hModerately active

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$767per person

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Overview

Duration: 9 h
Languages: English
Group size: Up to 8 travelers
Suitable for: Ages 0–99
Pace: Moderately active

Good for

Couples
First-time visitors
Groups of friends
History buffs
Solo travelers

Journey through WWII history on a compelling excursion to Montecassino. Explore the iconic Montecassino Abbey, visit the Polish and Commonwealth War Cemeteries, and discover key sites like Sant'Angelo village and the Rapido River battlefield. A poignant exploration of the battlefields that marked Italy's liberation.

Highlights

Montecassino Abbey
Battlefield Sites
War Cemeteries

What's included

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

Itinerary

1
Abbazia Di Montecassino
1h
Tour description: The tour will start with pick up from the port of Civitavecchia. A Professional 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. He will be with you during the entire day. Start your 2-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.
2
Monte Cassino Polish War Cemetery
30min
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.
3
Cassino Memorial
30min
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.

Before you go

Ticket & redemption

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One ticket covers the whole booking

Pickup & drop-off

Cruise Port, right outside your ship, pickup and dropoff.
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.
No need to take Bus Shuttle from ship since our permits allow us to enter in the Cruise Port.
In Shared Tour Option 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.

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Location

Via Montecassino, 03043, Italy

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Sant'Angelo In Theodice

30min

The village of Sant'Angelo, the battlefield of the Rapido River, the Freedom Bell near that site.

Parco Della Memoria Storica Di San Pietro Infine

30min

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.

Cassino

45min

Free time for a light lunch with local products before returning to Civitavecchia Port.

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
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 (if requested at booking time)
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