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Roman Countryside: Wine and Food Tasting, Semi-Private Day Tour

About this experience

Discover the enchanting Roman countryside on this unforgettable day trip to the Castelli Romani, a hidden gem just outside Rome. Travel from your hotel along the historic Via Appia Antica, admiring rolling hills and charming villages like Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. Visit a local winery to taste 4 exquisite regional wines paired with traditional delicacies. Stroll along the shores of Lake Albano, savor the famous Porchetta and sip the local wine Romanella, before reaching Nemi, home to the fascinating Museum of Roman Ships and its magical lake, known for the annual Strawberry Festival. Immerse yourself in history, flavors, and breathtaking scenery on a tour that combines culture, gastronomy, and the timeless beauty of the Castelli Romani. A perfect escape from the city for a truly Italian experience!

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr

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Shared Small Group Option
Small Group Tour: Maximum 6 people per minivan
Pickup included
Private Tour Option
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (central Rome only)
  • Food tasting in a local restaurant
  • Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan
  • Assistant during the entire trip
  • Wine cellar visit and wine tasting
  • Emergency number also operational via whatsapp

Not included

  • Tips

Itinerary and highlights

A tour in the heart of the Roman countryside, the “Castelli Romani”. The tour starts from your hotel, we'll take the Via Appia admiring the beautiful countryside and historic villages like Castel Gandolfo, Pope’s summer residence and enjoy the best view of the Lake.

You will visit to a winery where we will have a tasting of 4 types of the finest wines of this wonderful area accompanied by some local products.

Continuing our tour on the shore of Lake of volcanic origin to taste the famous “Porchetta” and other typical local products and taste the local wine “Romanella”.

Continue to Nemi famous for the Strawberry Festival (the first weekend in June) and for its lake surrounded by a magical atmosphere, the banks of which is placed the famous Museum of Roman Ships.

The tour ends with a stop along the Via Appia Antica to admire how the road was made and the magnificence of the Roman aqueduct

Meeting and pickup information

  • - Free Pick-up and drop-off to the Hotels, Appartments, Bed&breakfast, accomodations in the city center - The address must to be provided on the reservation. - Please contact customer services one day before the tour to confirm the pickup time. - Please wait in the hotel lobby or outside your accommodation 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Welcome Italy

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Provide the Correct address of your accommodation, hotel, B&B
  • Pickup and drop off services only in the city center inside the Aurelian Walls
  • Provide the correct phone number with international country code
  • Without this information we can not guarantee the correct service
  • check that you provide all the details to the agency
  • Free transfer offered by Welcome Italy in air conditioning Minivan
  • Emergency number also operational via whatsapp
  • One day before call to confirm the pick up

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
- Free Pick-up and drop-off to the Hotels, Appartments, Bed&breakfast, accomodations in the city center
- The address must to be provided on the reservation.
- Please contact customer services one day before the tour to confirm the pickup time.
- Please wait in the hotel lobby or outside your accommodation 15 minutes before your scheduled pickup time
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 4–8; Adult tickets: age 9+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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