Embark on a private tour to Cascia and Roccaporena, sacred centers of Catholicism. Explore the birthplace of Holy Rita, a pillar in modern-day Catholicism, and visit the places associated with her life. Enjoy the beautiful countryside scenery on your way back to Rome.
Embark on a private tour to Cascia and Roccaporena, sacred centers of Catholicism. Explore the birthplace of Holy Rita, a pillar in modern-day Catholicism, and visit the places associated with her life. Enjoy the beautiful countryside scenery on your way back to Rome.
- Cascia - This tour includes a visit of the most iconic and historical locations in Italy. Cascia is not only associated with the famous Saint, Holy Rita from Cascia, but it was the home of the Roman settlement of Carsulae, destroyed in the 1st century BC by an earthquake. In the middle ages, it was annihilated by the Byzantines and the Lombards,…
- Cascia - This tour includes a visit of the most iconic and historical locations in Italy. Cascia is not only associated with the famous Saint, Holy Rita from Cascia, but it was the home of the Roman settlement of Carsulae, destroyed in the 1st century BC by an earthquake. In the middle ages, it was annihilated by the Byzantines and the Lombards, and was later an estate of land held on condition of feudal service for the Trinci family. It was occupied by papal troops in the 15th century, and thenceforth, it was a papal town until the unification of Italy in 1860.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- An informative and entertaining private tour driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- An informative and entertaining private tour driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and/or taxes
- Meals and Entrance Fees
- Gratuities (at client’s discretion)
- Meals and Entrance Fees
- Gratuities (at client’s discretion)
Cascia, a quaint hamlet in the heart of Italy. It’s nestled amidst the lush greenery of the Italian countryside and is prominently known as the birthplace of Holy Rita. This Saint holds a significant place in contemporary Catholicism and serves as a profound inspiration for many.
Your personal tour guide will provide you with an engaging overview of the…
Cascia, a quaint hamlet in the heart of Italy. It’s nestled amidst the lush greenery of the Italian countryside and is prominently known as the birthplace of Holy Rita. This Saint holds a significant place in contemporary Catholicism and serves as a profound inspiration for many.
Your personal tour guide will provide you with an engaging overview of the town’s most fascinating aspects, followed by some leisure time for you to explore the town. Cascia was the hometown of Saint Rita. She was born in the neighboring municipality of Roccaporena in 1381 and passed away there in 1457.
Various landmarks that were linked to the Saint can be visited here, including her birthplace, the miraculous rose garden, and the church where her baptism took place. The Sanctuary and the Rock are also must-see sites at Roccaporena.
Your private tour guide will drive you back to your accommodations in Rome from Roccaporena, providing you an opportunity to take in the beautiful surroundings. At the end of this exclusive day tour, you will embark on a leisurely journey through Italy’s serene countryside back to Rome.
- Dress comfortable casual
- During the day, you’ll hear your private tour driver’s fun explanations on what you will see. He will assist and guide you through the day, but will not enter sites directly with you.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
