Orvieto & Etruscan Towns Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia

Orvieto sits on a volcanic plateau high above the valley floor, and the climb up reveals why the Etruscans chose it.

A private 9-hour shore excursion from Civitavecchia Port explores Orvieto and either Civita di Bagnoregio or the Etruscan towns of Tarquinia and Tuscania, with an English-speaking driver and port pickup and drop-off included. The itinerary is flexible: your driver will assess the terrain in the morning and adjust the route if climbing proves too demanding, and you'll have time to eat lunch at a local restaurant (not included in the tour price). Cruise ship passengers must provide their vessel name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time when booking.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Umbria and Etruscan towns

• Pick up from Civitavecchia port
• Stop at enchanting little town and Cathedral
• Stroll around charming town
• Climb up Civita di Bagnoregio town

The experience

Orvieto is the anchor of this tour, a medieval hilltop town built on an Etruscan foundation. You'll have time to walk through the town and stand in front of the Cathedral, though entry to the Cathedral itself is separate. The route branches depending on what your driver recommends in the morning: either Civita di Bagnoregio, an isolated village perched on a crumbling plateau and reached by a narrow footbridge, or the pair of Etruscan towns, Tarquinia and Tuscania, both south of Orvieto. The driver will discuss the options with you at pickup and help you decide based on your mobility and the day's conditions.

Civita di Bagnoregio is the more demanding choice. The climb up the town is steep and the payoff is the view from the top and the quiet of a place that feels frozen in time. If the walk looks too hard once you arrive, your driver can swap it for another stop. Tarquinia and Tuscania are less strenuous. Both are Etruscan settlements with medieval overlays, and both sit inland from the coast. You'll have time to stroll through whichever towns the route includes, and lunch happens at a restaurant of your choice in one of these areas. Budget around 25 euros per person, paid separately.

The tour is private, so the pace and the stops are yours to shape with your driver. Port pickup and drop-off are included, and the driver speaks English and provides commentary throughout the day. The 9-hour window gives you time to explore without rushing, though the exact sequence depends on the route your driver plots once you meet.

What’s included

• Private tour with English-speaking driver.
• port pickup and drop-off from Civitavecchia.
• commentary throughout the day.
• time to explore Orvieto and either Civita di Bagnoregio or Tarquinia and Tuscania.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:30

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on site€ 15

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Rome Private Excursions

Is this one for you?An English-speaking driver means you'll understand the commentary and can ask questions as you go, which works well if you want context for what you're seeing but don't need a formal guide. The private format lets your driver adjust the route and pace in the morning based on your mobility and the day's conditions, so the itinerary stays flexible rather than locked to a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What is Civita di Bagnoregio actually like to visit?

Civita di Bagnoregio is a tiny village sitting on a plateau that is slowly eroding. You reach it by walking across a narrow footbridge, then climb up into the town itself. The climb is steep and the terrain is uneven, which is why your driver will assess it with you in the morning and can substitute another stop if it looks too hard.

Can I visit the Cathedral in Orvieto as part of this tour?

You'll have time to see the Cathedral from outside and walk around Orvieto's streets, but entry to the Cathedral is not included and costs extra if you choose to go inside.

Do I have to choose between Civita di Bagnoregio and the Etruscan towns before I book?

No. Your driver will discuss both options with you at pickup in the morning, and you'll decide together based on how you're feeling and what the terrain looks like that day.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. You'll eat at a local restaurant in one of the towns, and you'll pay for your meal separately. Budget around 25 euros per person.

How much walking is involved?

You'll stroll through the towns you visit, and the amount of walking depends on which route you take. Civita di Bagnoregio involves a steep climb. Tarquinia and Tuscania are less demanding. Your driver can adjust based on your comfort level.