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Italy

Cascia and Roccaporena from Rome

★★★★★ 5.0

10 hours

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Overview

Cascia, a small village in central Italy. In the middle of the countryside. It's most famous for being the birth place of Holy Rita. A Saint, pillar in modern day Catholicism, an inspiration to many.

Your private tour driver will give you a wonderful introduction on the most interesting facts about this town to you and give you some free time to explore the area. Cascia was the home of Saint Rita, who was born in the nearby commune of Roccaporena in 1381; she also died there in 1457.

Here you can visit some places associated with the Saint, such as her native house, the miraculous rose garden, the church where she was baptized. The Sanctuary and the Rock are the main and unmissable “attractions” here in Roccaporena.

From Roccaporena, your private tour driver, will take you back to your hotel in Rome, while you enjoy the beautiful scenery.
At the end of this private day, your driver will take you back to Rome on a pleasant trip in the Country landscapes.

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What's Included

✓ Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
An informative and entertaining private tour driver
Air-conditioned vehicle

✗ Not Included

Meals and Entrance Fees
Gratuities (at client's discretion)

Itinerary

Stop 1

This tour includes a visit of the most iconic and historical locations in Italy. Cascia is not only associated with the famous Saint, Holy Rita from Cascia, but it was the home of the Roman settlement of Carsulae, destroyed in the 1st century BC by an earthquake. In the middle ages, it was annihilated by the Byzantines and the Lombards, and was later an estate of land held on condition of feudal service for the Trinci family. It was occupied by papal troops in the 15th century, and thenceforth, it was a papal town until the unification of Italy in 1860.

Stop 2

Cascia was the home of Saint Rita, who was born in the nearby commune of Roccaporena in 1381; she also died there in 1457. After her dedication in 1900, a large shrine was built in Cascia, which is still an important place of pilgrimage, and the house where she was born may still be visited.

Stop 3

Here you can visit some places associated with the Saint, such as her native house, the miraculous rose garden, the church where she was baptized, and the so-called “Scoglio” — a cliff which the Saint used to climb to pray. The Sanctuary and the Rock are the main and unmissable “attractions” here in Roccaporena.

Stop 4

After Holy Rita's dedication in 1900, a large shrine was built in Cascia, which is still an important place of pilgrimage, and the house where she was born may still be visited.

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Good to Know

Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress comfortable casual
During the day, you'll hear your private tour driver's fun explanations on what you will see. He will assist and guide you through the day, but will not enter sites directly with you.

Known For:

Full-day Tours in Rome, Religious Tours in Rome, Bus Tours in Rome, Luxury Car Tours in Rome, Weather Dependent - Low in Rome, Private and Luxury in Rome, Private Sightseeing Tours in Rome, Historical Tours in Rome, Cultural Tours in Rome

Special Instructions

• Dress code is smart casual
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended