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Full Day Monte Cassino & Polish Cemetery Tour
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Architecture, Culture, History

  • Duration

    1 Day

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English, Italian

Description

Visit Monte cassino, founded by Saint Benedict, as Europe was descending into chaos with the collapse of the Roman empire. Walk through its hallowed halls, as they speak of a turbulent past, made of wars and bombings. Visit the Polish cemetery and learn about the bravery and sacrifice of the Polish Second Army.

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    • Explore Monte Cassino, a rocky hill about 130 kilometers southeast of Rome, in the Latin Valley.

    • Discover its 1500 history and marvel at its stunning architectural beauties.

    • Learn why the site was central to Europe emerging from 'the dark night of history' and following the collapse of the Roman empire.

    • Learn how this ancient abbey was so tragically destroyed in 1944 bombings by allied forces; to be so spectacularly rebuilt only 20 years later.

    • Visit the Polish cemetery and learn of the bravery and sacrifice of the Polish Second Army who recaptured it in May 1944, under the command of General Anders. 

What's Included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • English- Italian speaking drivers/guides

  • Petrol (gas) and taxes

  • Driver/guide

  • Live commentary on board

  • Local guide

  • Pick up from Cassino train station and tour guiding services

What's Excluded
  • Tickets and meals

  • Additional abbey rooms guided visit

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 4EUR 150 Per Group

This is a group tour

Starting From

Fromss

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USD 167 / group