Norchia is an extraordinary site, wild and grandiose, almost abandoned, yet impressive! It is called "The Little Italian Petra" due to the presence of majestic rock tombs from the Etruscan era, in fact the ancient Orclae (Etruscan Norchia) was a rich city forming part of the powerful Etruscan capital Tarchna (Tarquinia). The Etruscan settlement began in the 3rd-34th century. to. C. but its origins are rooted in distant prehistory. Our adventure will start from the exploration of the necropolis, descending into the deep canyon of the Acqualta river, and then climbing up the woods to the Etruscan-Roman acropolis which in the Middle Ages was the site of the 12th century Di Vico castle. A.D. The traces of the medieval city are still jealously guarded by a lush forest. The city dominated the ancient "Via Clodia" dug entirely into the tuff for more than 400 meters, today called "Cava Buia", which we will have the thrill of exploring! The packed lunch will be offered by the Guide with typical products.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Lunch
✔ Entrance ticket to the archaeological site
✔ Civil Liability Insurance included
✔ Tea and coffee
✔ Parking fees
✖ Trekking shoes, backpacks and suitable outdoor clothes are not included
Pickup Locations
1.
2. Hu Roma Camping In Town
3. Fiumicino Airport
4.
5. Ciampino Airport
6. Ergife Palace Hotel
Itinerary
1
Rome
Departure from one of the pick-up points chosen by the Travellers.
Once picked up, we will begin the journey with the transfer (8-seater van) to the point where the excursion will begin.
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Aurelia
We will travel along the Via Aurelia for a long stretch to the north. Travelers will admire the beauty of the main ancient Roman Via Consolare between the green Tolfa Mountains and the Lazio coast bathed by the Mediterranean Sea.
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Tolfa
We will skirt the green Monti della Tolfa formerly Maremma Laziale
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Civitavecchia
Along the coast it will be possible to admire the Port City of Civitavecchia.
Duration: 30 minutes
5
We will pass through the typical village of Monte Romano to reach the final destination of Norchia.
Duration: 20 minutes
6
Necropoli di Norchia
Norchia is an extraordinary site, wild and grand, almost abandoned, yet impressive! Called "The Little Italian Petra" due to the presence of majestic rock tombs from the Etruscan era, the ancient Orclae (Norchia) was a rich city that was part of the powerful Etruscan capital Tarquinia. Our adventure will start from the exploration of the necropolis, descending into the deep canyon of the Acqualta river, and then going up through the woods to the Etruscan-Roman acropolis which in the Middle Ages was the site of the 12th century Di Vico castle. A.D. The traces of the medieval city are still jealously guarded by a luxuriant forest. The importance of Norchia was given by its strategic position in control of the ancient "Via Clodia" which connected Rome with Tuscany near Grosseto and Monte Argentario and which we will be able to explore by fording the river which will increase the sense of adventure of this unique trip! Expected a packed lunch with typical products during the excursion.
Duration: 6 hours
7
Rome
Return to Rome or to the Travelers pick-up point
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 7km walk
• It is mandatory to have suitable outdoor clothing and trekking shoes with you
