In the footsteps of the Etruscans

In the footsteps of the Etruscans

A unique itinerary between Lazio and Tuscany on the sites of Etruscan civilization: Tarquinia, Cerveteri, Volterra, Chiusi. A journey into the mystery of pre-Roman Italy.

Stop 1 — Cerveteri and the Banditaccia Necropolis

The UNESCO Banditaccia is one of the largest Etruscan necropolises in the Mediterranean.

Stop 2 — Tarquinia and the painted tombs

UNESCO Monterozzi Necropolis: painted tombs showing Etruscan life. National Museum.

Stop 3 — Tuscania

Tuscania, medieval village with Etruscan rock tombs, Basilica of San Pietro.

Stop 4 — Pitigliano, the tufa city

The "Little Jerusalem" carved into tufa: Pitigliano, Etruscan via cave, Jewish ghetto.

Stop 5 — Chiusi

Chiusi, one of the most powerful Etruscan lucumonies. Hypogeal tombs, Archaeological Museum.

Stop 6 — Volterra

Volterra with Etruscan walls, Guarnacci Etruscan Museum (one of Italy's most important).

Local cuisine