Private tour in Viterbo Rudolph H
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Dear Traveller, I would like to welcome you to fascinating Tuscia, the heartland of the mysterious Etruscans. This area is just inland from the Civitavecchia/Rome port and its main city is the medieval town of Viterbo, once home to the popes. I moved here with my Finnish wife, Susanna, more than 20 years ago and we were happily taken by surprise by the sheer beauty and cultural richness of our new home place. But we were equally astonished to find very few tourists here. This is still nowadays very much the case, because most tourists choose nearby Rome or Florence. But I can assure you that those who did come here have not regretted it. I am by profession a international legal consultant working exclusively for a Rome-based United Nations Agency. Fortunately my work leaves me enough time for my passions: exploring together with visitors the wonders of the place we live in and our very lively music association. So please, let me tell you something about the Tuscia area: it is a lush-green hilly area just north of Rome and bordering the Tirrenean sea to the west, Tuscany in the north and Umbria to the east. As most places it is full of vibrant history, especially etruscan, medieval and renaissance history. The climate and food here are exceptional. I am specializing in full or half day tours for small groups, in which lunch at a very interesting private location, a cooking class or even an opera show can be included. I grew up in the Netherlands, where I graduated from law school. Since 12 years I am a licensed guide for the province of Viterbo. I am also a lawyer and are been employed as a consultant to a Rome-based U.N. organization. None
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We are going to discover some superb hidden places out of the path of the mass tourism. That my area with its incredible treasures is undiscovered, is mainly because it lies between two of the best-known tourist destinations in the world, Rome and Florence. We'll have a relaxing stroll in Villa Lante's renaissance gardens with its joyous fountains in my favorite Etruscan town of Bagnaia. Villa Lante was the no. 1 design of Renaissance gardens in Europe, inspiring Villa d'Este and Versailles. A short drive through the forest surrounding the Vico lake brings us to a hilltop town called Caprarola. Lunch will take place in the restaurant with the locals we'll visit in the same town the splendid Farnese palace and its gardens on the green Cimini hills. This imposing castle, built by Pope Paul III, was transformed by his 18-year-old nephew cardinal into a Renaissance luxury residence for popes and princes, which has been a location for many films. Viterbo will be visited on our way back.
This was a fantastic day exploring the area around Civitavecchia! Rudolph was a fantastic guide and very knowledgeable and flexible with our day! We really enjoyed learning more about the area and getting away from the crowds of the bigger cities. Absolutely would recommend a visit to Palazzo Farnese as well as any tour with Rudolph!
Even though the original plans for the day got rained out! Rudolph showed us amazing Etruscan sights and museum! Also off to little villages with amazing sights! We had lunch lakeside and even was able to see his amazing opera company! Loved every minute of it!!
We'll be starting at Civitavecchia port. Bagnaia's Renaissance Gardens of Villa Lante. In Caprarola the Palazzo Farnese, lunch in one of the hilltop towns of Cimini hills, Viterbo. Through email, we can work on an itinerary that's right for you. If you have any specific destinations you would like to visit and/or any special requests, please let me know and I will do my best to accommodate your wishes. *** NOTE *** If you have any questions, please email me.
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Private vehicle capable of accommodating four travellers. For more than four travellers please contact me for transport arrangement/price quote. *** IMPORTANT *** I can accommodate various groups of travelers. If you have specific transportation requirements, pricing inquiries or if your preferred start time isn't listed, please send me an email by clicking on the 'ASK A QUESTION' button that's listed on my tour page and profile. I will reply to you promptly. Thanks!
Lazio, Lazio, 00053, Italy
Cruise: ByGuide: we will meet outside the port security area (take a free shuttle bus which you will find alongside your ship). Orte train station or Civitavecchia port.
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