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Archaeology & Culture Tours of Italy
Italy is one of the most fascinating destinations in the world for travelers interested in archaeology, history and ancient civilizations. From the Roman Empire to the mysterious Etruscans, and from the Greek temples of Sicily to the Renaissance masterpieces of Florence, Italy offers an extraordinary journey through thousands of years of culture.
Our Archaeology & Culture Tours combine expert guided visits with comfortable travel and carefully designed itineraries. These tours are ideal for travelers who want to explore the ancient world while enjoying Italy’s landscapes, cuisine and traditions.
1. Ancient Rome & Pompeii Archaeology Tour – 5 Days
Day 1 – Rome
Arrival in Rome. Evening orientation walk including the Roman Forum and Capitoline Hill area.
Day 2 – Imperial Rome
Visit the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and the Pantheon. Afternoon visit to the Capitoline Museums.
Day 3 – Pompeii
Travel to Pompeii. Guided exploration of the ancient Roman city preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Day 4 – Naples Archaeology Museum
Visit the National Archaeological Museum of Naples with its world-famous Pompeii artifacts.
Day 5 – Departure
Return to Rome and departure.
2. Sicily Greek Temples & Archaeology Tour – 8 Days
Day 1 – Palermo
Arrival in Palermo and introduction to Sicilian history.
Day 2 – Segesta & Erice
Visit the magnificent Doric Temple of Segesta and the medieval hill town of Erice.
Day 3 – Selinunte
Explore one of the largest Greek archaeological parks in Europe.
Day 4 – Agrigento
Visit the Valley of the Temples, one of the greatest Greek archaeological sites outside Greece.
Day 5 – Ragusa
Discover the Baroque city of Ragusa and its historic center Ragusa Ibla.
Day 6 – Syracuse
Visit the Greek Theatre, Roman Amphitheatre and the island of Ortigia.
Day 7 – Taormina
Explore the spectacular Greek theatre overlooking Mount Etna.
Day 8 – Catania Departure
3. Etruscan Civilization Tour – 6 Days
Day 1 – Rome
Arrival and introduction to Etruscan history.
Day 2 – Cerveteri
Visit the UNESCO listed Etruscan necropolis of Cerveteri.
Day 3 – Tarquinia
Explore the painted tombs and Etruscan museum.
Day 4 – Orvieto
Visit the underground Etruscan tunnels and the magnificent cathedral.
Day 5 – Volterra
Discover one of the best preserved Etruscan cities in Tuscany.
Day 6 – Florence Departure
4. Renaissance Art & Culture Tour – 7 Days
Day 1 – Florence
Arrival in Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance.
Day 2 – Florence Museums
Visit the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery and the Florence Cathedral.
Day 3 – Pisa & Lucca
Explore Pisa’s Leaning Tower and the medieval city of Lucca.
Day 4 – Siena
Discover the Gothic city and Piazza del Campo.
Day 5 – San Gimignano
Visit the famous medieval towers of San Gimignano.
Day 6 – Tuscan Countryside
Wine tasting and cultural visits in the Chianti region.
Day 7 – Departure
5. Magna Graecia Archaeology Tour – 9 Days
Day 1 – Naples
Arrival and introduction to the Greek colonies of southern Italy.
Day 2 – Paestum
Visit the best preserved Greek temples in Italy.
Day 3 – Matera
Explore the ancient cave dwellings of the Sassi.
Day 4 – Metaponto
Visit the Temple of Hera and the Greek ruins.
Day 5 – Taranto
Explore the Archaeological Museum with Greek artifacts.
Day 6 – Reggio Calabria
See the famous Riace Bronzes.
Day 7 – Sicily Crossing
Day 8 – Syracuse
Explore the ancient Greek city.
Day 9 – Catania Departure
Contact Exotic Italy Tours for prices, availability and customized archaeology tours of Italy.
