Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

Viterbo: City of Popes & Tuscian Countryside

Medieval Towns and Winery Visit Discover two beautiful medieval towns and visit one of the region’s most famous wineries for a tasting. Travel to the charming town of Viterbo, known as the 13th-century residence of popes. Their influence remains in a handful of churches and the grand Gothic Palazzo dei Papi, where they lived from 1257 to 1281. Meet your guide and walk through the historic center, which is surrounded by intact 11th-century walls, while taking in impressive, preserved buildings. Travel further into the verdant countryside to reach the hilltop town of Montefiascone, where you will visit one of the area’s most famous wineries for a tasting of several vintages and a lunch of authentic cuisine. Then, drive along the shores of Lake Bolsena to reach the medieval walled town of Tuscania. Stroll its main street for a glimpse of ancient architecture, stopping at a lookout above the Marta River Valley. * Demanding - Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpaved surfaces and/or multiple stairs and steep inclines. Total time walking or standing may exceed