Timeless Tivoli: A Day at Villa Adriana & Villa d’Este

Timeless Tivoli: A Day at Villa Adriana & Villa d’Este

€ 1,200

Per Person

Escape the pace of the city and immerse yourself in the elegance of history and nature with this slow travel experience to Tivoli, just 40 minutes from Rome. This private day is a journey through two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Villa Adriana and Villa d’Este—where ancient grandeur and Renaissance beauty coexist in perfect harmony.

Begin your exploration at Villa Adriana, once the countryside retreat of Emperor Hadrian. Spread over more than 120 hectares, this archaeological park tells the story of a ruler who recreated his vision of the empire through architecture, culture, and philosophy. As you walk through ancient palaces, libraries, thermal baths, and temples, your private guide will reveal the human side of an emperor whose creativity still echoes through these ruins.

After a relaxed lunch break (not included) in the charming hilltown of Tivoli, continue to Villa d’Este, a masterpiece of Italian Renaissance landscape design. Commissioned by Cardinal Ippolito d’Este, the villa enchants with terraced gardens, musical fountains, hidden grottos, and mythological sculptures — all designed to awe and delight. This is not just a place to visit, but to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the beauty of nature through human artistry.

Your day includes comfortable private transportation, priority access to both sites, and the undivided attention of a passionate expert who tailors the experience to your pace and curiosity.

🌱 Designed for travelers who appreciate depth, beauty, and connection, this experience is part of our commitment to slow, conscious tourism. You’ll move gently, engage deeply, and leave with a heart full of wonder rather than a camera full of rushed snapshots.

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Itinerary
01
Morning: Villa Adriana

ick-up at your accommodation in Rome or agreed location

Drive to Tivoli (approx. 45 min)

Guided visit to Villa Adriana, including the Canopus, Pecile, Maritime Theater, and baths

Explore the vast imperial ruins with stories of Hadrian’s vision and legacy

Transfer to Tivoli’s historic center

Lunch at a local restaurant or café (not included)

Guided visit to Villa d’Este, with its Renaissance architecture, frescoed rooms, and famous gardens

Walk among dozens of fountains, including the Fontana dell’Organo, Neptune, and Ovato

Enjoy panoramic views and quiet moments in the lush terraces

Return to Rome in the late afternoon

Included / exclude
  • Explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day
  • Visit Villa Adriana, the grandest imperial villa of Ancient Rome
  • Wander through the fountain-filled gardens of Villa d’Este
  • Enjoy a fully private experience with a dedicated, expert guide
  • Travel in comfort with private vehicle and included entrance tickets
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