Lake Albano

With the kayak we will let you discover and tell you about ancient Roman ports, the naumachie (simulation of ancient Roman battles), the trampoline where the popes dived in the untouched lake waters, an ancient prehistoric village where kayak can still be see all the piles, and many other unique places immersed in nature.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome as you journey through the enchanting Italian countryside, a true treasure trove of art and history. Visit the picturesque village of Castel Gandolfo, overlooking the blue waters of Lake Albano, and developed around the Pope’s Summer Palace. Join a Vatican staff member for a guided walking tour of the Secret Garden. Then, step inside the Papal Apartments and immerse yourself in 500 years of history. Wander through the bedroom, private chapel, library, and study, and gaze upon the balcony where the Pope traditionally delivers the Angelus every summer Sunday. Delve deeper into this historic treasure on the outskirts of Rome as you explore the seven rooms and summer offices within the Palace, following in the footsteps of the Popes. Enhance your experience by adding a visit to the Astronomical Domes of the Papal Palace. Choose a special combo to enjoy a complete and unique tour.

Just a few kilometers from Rome, exactly on the lake of albano, a guide and kayak instructor awaits you, to accompany you on a unique tour that you can share with i your friends or family. After a first smattering on the technique paddle, you will be surrounded by the peace of the lake, discovering some characteristics of the place and entirely new historical places. You can see the vegetation of the lake like you've never done before and learn about incredible ancient stories … for example, did you know that there is a trampoline for the Popes? After the kayak excursion we can relax on a private and exclusive beach just for us enjoying the sun and the air open and why not … even take a bath! For the sweet tooth, it is possible to combine this (optional) fascinating experience with a tasting of typical products where there will be good food and local wine and to be held in an enchanting villa. Don't miss this trip out of town to organize absolutely!!!

Overlooking the sapphire blue and emerald green waters of Lake Albano, this stunning complex is a great escape from the hustle and bustle of Rome. Pope Urban VIII ordered the construction of a country home here. The views across the lake and of the surrounding hills are spectacular. Just recently Pope Francis opened a huge portion of these premises to the public. Enjoy the visit in the Papal Gardens by an ecological open minibus. The audioguide will fill your ears with some high-quality papal trivia as you're being driven around. Find out which pontiff installed a swimming pool, and which one laid low in Castel Gandolfo for months after handing in his resignation. Enrich your experience by adding the option of visiting the Astronomical Domes of the Papal Palace. Choose a particular combo and enjoy the complete and niche visit. Enhance your experience with a visit to the Papal Villas by minibus and a delicious porchetta sandwich and glass of wine in Castel Gandolfo.

Explore the historic astronomical observatories of the Vatican Observatory at the Papal Palace of Castel Gandolfo. For the first time in nearly ninety years, the observatories' domes are open to the public. Visit the "major dome," with an 8.5-meter diameter and a Visual Telescope for star and planet observation, and the "minor dome," with an 8-meter diameter and a Double Astrograph, used for celestial photography and star mapping. Access includes a climb via a spiral staircase to the third floor of the Papal Palace, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Lake Albano from the panoramic terrace.

From the very first moment we meet you, you will feel the professionalism of our English speaking drivers; who have year of experience and will take special care of you at all times! Don’t miss the chance to meet The Castelli Romani and let us take you in a completely private tour to these charming towns beyond the traditional attractions of the capital city, you will enjoy this adventure in our super comfortable Mercedes Benz Minivans, it will be a high quality experience! In addition, it’s also good to highlight we are always open to customize our tour according to your preferences, we know for sure this is an added value you will appreciate for making your Castelli Romani tour a super special one!

by our comfortble, with AC, Mercedes Van we drive to Frascati, heart of the "Castelli Romani" Lazio wine region. Visit an superb family-owned small winery, taste delicious local wines, explore the lovely town of Frascati (so called the second capital), and savor a delicious "tagliere" lunch close to the vineyard. Second stop will be the town of Castel Gandolfo where you will visit the Papal Palace and its stunning landscaped gardens. Castel Gandolfo is one of Italy’s most picturesque towns and has been home to the Papal summer retreat since 1596. The last part of the tour is the brief tour of the Lake Albano

A visit to Castel Gandolfo offers a perfect combination of culture, gastronomy and spectacular scenery. Our visit begins in the historic center, where the cobblestone streets and small squares transport us to another era. Piazza della Libertà is the heart of the city, where the majestic Palazzo Apostolico is located. After exploring the old town, we head to one of Castel Gandolfo's greatest treasures: the Gardens of the Pontifical Villas. These gardens are an oasis of peace and beauty, a place where nature and architecture blend harmoniously. In ancient times, these grounds were part of the Villa of Domitian, an imposing residence of the first century Roman emperor. Today, the gardens have been meticulously restored and cared for, offering a tour among fountains, statues and a variety of Mediterranean flora. During the walk through the gardens, we marvel at its panoramic terraces that offer spectacular views of Lake Albano and the surrounding area.

A unique tour in the Castelli Romani, villages full of history and culture in the surroundings of Rome. We will visit the Via Sacra, a place still traveled by the citizens of Rome today, a culture and a tradition that is handed down from father to son. Let us take you by the hand and relive the present and the past with us, we will conclude our tour in a special restaurant located on the shores of Lake Albano where we will taste a typical Roman pasta dish. In the summer period due to the high temperatures, we will do the tour at night in the moonlight with an aperitif at the end of the tour instead of pasta.

A whole day exploring the Roman countryside. Walk along the ancient Appian Way, the oldest road in the world. Lunch with tasting of dishes from Roman tradition at one of Ariccia's typical Fraschette. Discover the Pope's summer residence immersed in the enchanting setting of the Albano Lake. Adventure in the Greek Abbey of Grottaferrata.

Dear guests, our tour starts from Rome where you'll be taken to Castel Gandolfo. You can enjoy a beautiful view of grape fields on the road to our destination. After arrival, you'll be taken to a restaurant where you can taste Italian wine and appetizers with the breathtaking view of Albano Lake. The restaurant also includes a winery and you can purchase any wine fit for your taste. After the restaurant, you'll be taken to a tour around Castel Gandolfo and near the lake. Our driver is also a professional photographer and you can request a photoshoot at any given stop and make memories to remember!

Visit beautiful lake Albano and the hilltop town of Castel Gandolfo with a quality Bosch-equipped Cannondale E-mountain bike (with antipuncture tires and comfortable saddle). With our expert guide, discover the Ancient Appian Way, the Caffarella Valley and the Park of the Aqueducts before taking a 30' journey by train to the medieval hilltop town of Castel Gandolfo (the summer residence of the Pope). Take a stroll through this hamlet before reaching the lake and stopping for an Italian lunch with a lakeside view. Then take a leisurely downhill descent along the Ancient Appian Way to Rome. The route is mostly off-road and is aimed at intermediate-level cyclists and covers a distance of roughly 32 miles (50km).

This day trip make you jump back in 60s on board of our classic vintage vehicles. Let's join this tour, have a lot of fun, find respite from the smog and traffic of the big city among fresh air, beautiful surroundings in the roman countryside known as the Roman Castles. Wonderful food and wine experience at a cliffside restaurant overlooking the lake where the atmosphere provides unique panoramic views with a gourmet finest and sublime dining experience. Our vehicles: Fiat Siata Spring 850 Spider from 1969 (Cabriolet) Triumph TR3 from 1958 (Cabriolet) Volkswagen Maggiolone from 1975 (Cabriolet) Volkswagen T1 Samba Minibus from 1963 (Top open) for groups Volkswagen T1 Minibus from 1962 for groups All our vehicles have one thing in common, It's not about efficiency or speed, but about the experience, style, exclusivity and craftsmanship, all of which are universal and timeless. Classic cars not only appeal to car lovers, but also to lovers of engineering, design, art and history. ​

Get an unforgettable private experience of seeing the amazing Castelli Romani and their lakes (Lago di Albano and Lago di Nemi) with a private car. Enjoy the panorama of a historical beautiful places. A beautiful experience to share with family, partner or friends. Visit, enjoy, try and buy a lot of local products from local farmers. Enjoy a day in a beautiful natural panorama and far (it's only 1 hour by car) from city noises.

The Italian food culture is very rich and well known all over the world. Very often people think of Italy as the Country of Pizza and Pasta but there is much more. With this tour you will taste the typical food from the 'fraschette' while admiring the view of Rome from the beautiful hills of the Roman Castles.

Discover a fascinating world at a short distance from Rome, a tour in the heart of the Roman countryside, the “Castelli Romani”: a real unique experience. The tour starts from your hotel, riding along the “Via Appia Antica“ to admire the beautiful countryside and historical villages such as Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. Stop for a visit to a winery (optional required) where you will have a tasting of 4 types of the finest wines from this flourishing area with tastings of local products. The tour continues on the shore of the volcanic origin Lake Albano to taste the famous “Porchetta” and other typical local products and sip the local wine “Romanella”. Then you will reach Nemi, where the famous Museum of Roman Ships is located, famous for its Strawberry Festival (first weekend in June) and for its lake surrounded by a very magical atmosphere. Then back to Rome.

Every Saturday we start our tour from Rome to get all tourists to know the beauty and variety of the locations of the Roman Castles: FRASCATI, GROTTAFERRATA, MARINO, CASTEL GANDOLFO and LAKE ALBANO. Thanks to the HOP-ON HOP-OFF formula (get on and off the bus wherever you want), everyone will be able to experience the Roman Castles area in their own way, according to their own timetable, curiosities and interests. Visitors will have at their disposal a wide range of proposals of all kinds to fully enjoy this fantastic destination! Among these, is a €20 voucher to spend on selected and agreed upon activities (guided tours, wine tastings, coffee shops, restaurants, trattorias, workshops, shops, museums and so on).

The Roman castles are located in the territory of the ancient Lazio Vetus, about 30 km from Rome, they are a series of small villages scattered on a territory of volcanic origin, immersed in the green of hills, woods and lakes; there are fourteen villages rich in history, traditions and popular festivals. The origin of the name of the Roman castles dates back to the fourteenth century, when many inhabitants of Rome took refuge in the castles of Roman feudal families such as: Savelli, Annibaldi, Orsini and Colonna, to escape the economic and political difficulties caused by the Avignon Prison. The Roman castles are located on the hills, in the area of the Alban hills, a short distance from each other; this holiday day will give you the opportunity to visit the main hill towns of Nemi, Ariccia and Castel Gandolfo; in the whole area of the castles, agriculture is the main economic and employment resource, together with the production of excellent and renowned wines.

Discover a fascinating world at a short distance from Rome, a tour in the heart of the Roman countryside, the “Castelli Romani”: a real unique experience. The tour starts from your hotel, riding along the “Via Appia Antica“ to admire the beautiful countryside and historical villages such as Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. Stop for a visit to a winery (optional required) where you will have a tasting of 4 types of the finest wines from this flourishing area with tastings of local products. The tour continues on the shore of the volcanic origin Lake Albano to taste the famous “Porchetta” and other typical local products and sip the local wine “Romanella”. Then you will reach Nemi, where the famous Museum of Roman Ships is located, famous for its Strawberry Festival (first weekend in June) and for its lake surrounded by a very magical atmosphere. Then back to Rome.

Our tour of Lake Garda will take you on an unforgettable journey through some of the most picturesque and romantic locations in the region. An enchanting experience that will take you through some of the most fascinating and picturesque locations such as Sirmione and Verona where you will have the opportunity to explore the natural beauty, history and culture of this wonderful part of Italy.