Hike Lake Castle and good food!

Carsoli, IT
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Excellent (15 reviews)

Highlights

  • Explore the abandoned medieval village of Monte Antuni
  • Enjoy a guided tour of one of Italy's most beautiful villages
  • Experience the stunning views of Turano Lake from the dam
  • Admire the lush falls of Cascata delle Vallocchie
  • Indulge in delicious homemade Italian food at a local restaurant

Meeting Point

at Rome Termini station (on request, pick-up/drop-off with professional driver. Fee will be charged, contact the Host in advance to arrange it)

Meeting point

Via Giovanni Giolitti, 40, 00185 Rome, RM , Italy

End point

End Point

at Rome Termini station (on request, pick-up/drop-off with professional driver. Fee will be charged, contact the Host in advance to arrange it)

Meeting point

Via Giovanni Giolitti, 40, 00185 Rome, RM , Italy

End point

What to expect

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Carsoli

at Carsoli train station (on request, pick-up/drop-off small fee will be charged, contact the Host in advance to arrange it)

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SP34, 44

Castel di Tora, near the bar/pharmacy (NO FEES)

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Borgo di Monte Antuni

The Experience starts with a short and easy hiking, visiting the abandoned medieval village of Monte Antuni, which dates back to the year 1100, opened just for YOU! We explore its restored palace, gardens, labyrinth, and if feasible the frescos in the Hermitage. There we’ll have 360◦ spectacular view of the Turano Lake and surrounding mountains included in the Natural Reserve. I'll describe you history and legends, as well flora and fauna, protected by the national reserve of which i'm an official Guide. Walk back to the car, and moving to the close Castel di Tora, one of the "most beautiful Italian small villages" with its narrow streets, iconic rock of 13' century, and many spots for great lake views photos. Here you're going to taste a delicious italian food, with many local products, that will remain in your memories for a long long time ..... on the way back, we'll stop for a last pictures together on the lake, the best way to end your perfect italian day!

Duration 150 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Castel Di Tora

guided tour of "one of the most beautiful Italian small villages" with its narrow streets, iconic rock of 13' century, and many spots for great lake views photos.

Duration 45 minutes
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Lago del Turano

stops along the shores of the lake

Duration 20 minutes
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Cascata delle Vallocchie

local falls, lush nature, 40' hiking. (the visit depends by the available time we'll have...)

Duration 40 minutes
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Castel di Tora

In the village you're going to taste a delicious italian food, with many local products as sheep cheese, salami,bruschetta and hand made pasta, that will remain in your memories for a long long time .....

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Carsoli

at Carsoli train station (on request, pick-up/drop-off small fee will be charged, contact the Host in advance to arrange it)

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SP34, 44

Castel di Tora, near the bar/pharmacy (NO FEES)

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    we can offer vegetarian/gluten free options at lunch // we can customize the tour according guests' needs
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    Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

What our experts say

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    Try the local truffle dish for lunch.
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    Visit the nearby hermitage for stunning views.
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    Bring a camera for breathtaking lake photos.
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    Wear comfortable hiking shoes for the trails.

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