• Catacombs of Saint Callixtus - The word “cemetery” comes from an Ancient Greek word which meant “place of rest”. The catacombs of Rome provided a resting place for the first generations of Christians, awaiting their resurrection and salvation in their tombs, deep beneath the ground on the outskirts of Rome. From martyrs to farmers, hundreds of thousands of early Christians ended up in the catacombs, buried close together in a maze of underground tunnels beside the Appian Way. The catacombs are so extensive that you could easily get lost and never find your way out again – a good reason to go with a tour guide! For many visitors to Rome, a trip to the catacombs is one of the most moving and memorable parts of their holiday. While a visit to the Appian Way is worthwhile in itself – as you walk along the ancient cobblestones past vast tombstones and spectacular countryside you feel as though you’ve been transported back in time – a tour of the catacombs is undoubtedly the main highlight. Venture deep underground to explore the incredible tunnels that were dug out by hand nearly 2,000 years ago and learn all about the very beginning of Christianity. This is a side of Rome you’ve never seen before. The catacombs of the Appian Way are essentially the underground graveyards of the first Christians in Rome, who had to bury their dead outside of the city. Even as early as the 5th century BC, burials within the city walls were forbidden, so tombs were built on the outskirts of Rome. As an important consular road connecting Rome with the south, the Appian Way was a popular spot for burials. While many Romans built elaborate tombs by the roadside, the Christians buried their dead in labyrinthine catacombs. Miles of underground tunnels were built by digging through the soft tufa stone, providing burial space for saints and martyrs as well as countless ordinary Christians.

• Appian Way entry tickets
• Professional Vatican guide inside the Catacombs
• Private English-speaking tour escort
• Pick-up and drop-off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
• Quo Vadis entry tickets
• Entrance tickets in the Catacombs (any one open depending on opening days)

• Gratuities (optional)

A journey through Rome’s catacombs often proves to be an emotionally affecting and lasting part of many tourists’ vacation experiences. Experiencing the Appian Way is a significant endeavor on its own - as you tread the time-worn stones, surrounded by vast graves and breathtaking rural scenery, it feels like a trip back to antiquity - but the catacombs tour is indisputably the crowning experience. Embark on a deep subterranean expedition to traverse remarkable tunnels hand-dug nearly two millennia ago, and gain insights into the dawn of Christianity. This is a hitherto unseen aspect of Rome.

• Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
• Dress code required: knees and shoulders must be covered
• According to the Vatican regulation the entrance in the catacombs is organized in groups.
• People with claustrophobia may find difficulties inside the catacombs.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.