Relive the drama & history of the WWII Battle for Rome with this day trip from Rome to Monte Cassino, Anzio & other major WWII spots near Rome.

Duration

12 hours

About

To begin this fantastic World War II day trip experiencing the Battle For Rome, guests will meet your expert guide at the pre-agreed meeting point (either your hotel or a central one). Once altogether and excited for the adventure ahead, you will board the private air-conditioned chauffered minivan and head south from Rome to the ancient Abbey of Monte Cassino, site of one of the toughest and most controversial battles of the Second World War. From the terraces of the magnificent rebuilt Abbey you will gaze out over the mountains and valleys where the four month long battle took place.

A short distance from the Abbey you will visit the Polish cemetery, a monument to the Polish forces whose flag flying over the ruins of the Abbey finally signalled the end of the Battle of Monte Cassino.

Heading back down to the valley you then visit the poignant British Commonwealth Cemetery where you will be fascinated to see the global nature of the battle for Monte Cassino and reflect on their sacrifices.

Leaving Cassino you will cross the mountains towards the coast and descend into the Pontine Marshes. Here you visit one of the largest collections of World War Two military vehicles to be found in Europe. Many of these original vehicles have been used as props for films and television series about the war, including Oscar winners " Life is Beautiful" and " The English Patient".

You arrive on the picturesque coast at Nettuno, where most of the American forces came ashore during the Anzio Landings, and then you head to the Sicily Rome American Cemetery where nearly eight thousand American war dead are buried.

From Nettuno you will travel the short distance to Anzio to visit the Anzio Beachhead Museum. Leaving Anzio you travel back into Rome following in the footsteps of of the Allied forces, from their breakout from the Anzio Beachhead to their triumphal entry into the Eternal City, where the end of World War IIs' Battle for Rome was greeted with scenes of mass jubilation

What's included

• Entry to the each site included in the tour
• Expert Local Guide
• Headsets for groups when appropriate
• Transport during the tour.

What's Excluded

• Some temporary exhibitions and special events may be excluded
• Food and Drink
• Gratuities

Know Before You Go

Please check-in at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Tours will depart promptly at the scheduled time, and no refunds will be given for late arrivals or missed tours.

Proof of identification may be required, so please bring a valid form of photo ID for each guest.

Tours will proceed in all weather conditions, unless the site is closed by authorities for safety reasons. It is highly recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen, hat and umbrella.

All tours operate within the current COVID-19 regulations set by the Italian Government.

Wear comfortable walking shoes and be sure to dress warmly in colder temperatures, and bring a cover for bare shoulders inside any churches in the warmer months.