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Private Tour of Aquileia: A Journey to the World Heritage Site with a Catholic Guide
Discover Aquileia, a historical and spiritual jewel, on a private tour designed to immerse you in the heart of one of the most important cities of antiquity. With an experienced Catholic guide, you will explore the archaeological and religious wonders of this city, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site , that has its roots in the greatness of the Roman Empire and the birth of Christianity.
- 3 Hours
- Accessible
- Photos Allowed
- Transportation Optional
- Walking Tour
- Official Tour guide
Tour Description
We will begin our visit to the Basilica of Aquileia, a masterpiece of early Christian art, famous for its mosaics that tell stories of faith and daily life. With your expert guide, you will understand the deep meaning of this place, where the city became one of the main Christian centers of the Roman Empire.
The tour continues with a walk through the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Theater and the city walls, which tell of Aquileia's grandeur in antiquity, but also of its important function as a spiritual center. Along the Via Sacra, we will let you relive the atmosphere of a city that was a crossroads of cultures, religions and trade.
A central focus of the tour will be a visit to the necropolis and funerary monuments, which offer food for thought on life and the afterlife, themes that are deeply intertwined with the Christianity that took hold here in the early centuries.
Finally, we will conclude our trip at the Early Christian Church Museum, where you will have the opportunity to discover how Aquileia became one of the most significant places for the spread of the Christian faith in Europe. A private tour designed to introduce you not only to the archaeological history, but also to the rich spiritual legacy of Aquileia, through the eyes of a Catholic guide who will help you grasp the connections between the greatness of the past and the faith that still animates this extraordinary place today.
The tour can be modified according to participants' requests and there is apossibility to include transfer from Rome or Florence...
To book this unique experience or tailor it to your spiritual needs, please feel free to contact us via info@catholicexperiences.com.
What's included
- Basilica of Aquileia
- Roman Forum
- Necropolis
- Early Christian Church Museum
- Experienced Catholic guide
- Private tour
- Transfers upon request
- Much more...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
These are the most common questions asked by our past guests about our this tour. You few have more do not hesitate to contact us.
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DO YOU PROVIDE TRANSFER FROM THE HOTEL OR THE AIRPORT?
Yes, over the years we have arranged private transfers in comfortable air-conditioned minivans fully equipped with what a family needs with pick up from the hotel in and outside Rome. We also pick up from the airports or the port of Civitavecchia if you disembark with a cruise ship.
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HOW MUCH IN ADVANCE IS PREFERABLE TO BOOK?
The licensed guides that are good in touring with kids are not many and in high season they might not be available last minute. It is always preferable to book well in advance at least 4 weeks.
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CAN WE PAY BY BANK TRANSFER OR CREDIT CARD?
Yes, we accept both. If you travel from oustide the European Union credita card fees might be cheaper than banck transfer.
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CAN THE TOUR BE CUSTOMIZED?
Yes, most of our tours in Rome are private tours so we can customize the starting time, the lenght and the attraction visited on your desires and needs. We will suggest you our best options and we decide together.
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CAN WE BRING BACKPACKS ON TOUR?
Vatican authorities are very strict with the use of backpacks. Sometimes some distracted visitors hit the artworks with them. Thus, they require you to check them in at the entrance locker rooms of the museums. This is not convenient because you have to walk all the way back after the tour ends to collect them. We suggest not to bring them. Bring a small purse or simple bag. Also do not carry umbrellas on tour.
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WHAT IS THE DRESSING CODE FOR THE VATICAN?
In some areas of the Vatican a special dressing code is required: shoulderd and knees must be covered or you will not be able to access.
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WILL THE TOUR TAKE PLACE WITH RAIN?
The tour takes place with rain or shine. Much of the tour is also indoor, inside the Vatican Museums or the Basilica of Saint Peter.
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Rita P. from UK with our tour Guide Simona
"Thank you for organising the tour with Simona. She was a great guide and catered the tour well for the children. She delivered the tour well and explained points simply and through visual aids which was really useful for us and the children. Please pass on our thanks to Simona and also to you for organising the tour and all other aspects at such short notice.", Rita P.
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