3-Hour Monte Cassino Battlefield Tour with Abbey and WWII Sites
About This Tour
Embark on this 3-hour historic tour of the Monte Cassino battlefield and explore key World War II sites with an expert guide. Visit places connected to the batt...
Duration: 3 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · City: Monte Cassino · Languages: English
Know before you go: The tour does not involve too much walking.; The tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately.; Please remember the monasteries' dress code and cover your shoulders and knees.
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What's Included
- A ride in a typical vintage van to visit the different places
- English-speaking Italian tour guide
Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Monte Cassino Battlefield and Abbey Tour
Get picked up from Cassino town or Cassino railway station and set out to visit some of the area's most important historical sites. Get picked up from Cassino town or Cassino railway station and set out to visit some of the area's most important historical sites. Begin at the slope of Trocchio Hill and the Rapido River crossing point. Continue to Castle Hill, where several attacks took place, then to Hangman's Hill, which witnessed a major assault during the battle, and the Polish Obelisk at the top of Point 593, commemorating those who died during the 4th Battle of Monte Cassino. Begin at the slope of Trocchio Hill and the Rapido River crossing point. Continue to Castle Hill, where several attacks took place, then to Hangman's Hill, which witnessed a major assault during the battle, and the Polish Obelisk at the top of Point 593, commemorating those who died during the 4th Battle of Monte Cassino. Visit the rebuilt Abbey while reflecting on the general history of this important place. Visit the rebuilt Abbey while reflecting on the general history of this important place. End the visit by paying tribute to the soldiers who fought here with a stop at the Commonwealth Cemetery. End the visit by paying tribute to the soldiers who fought here with a stop at the Commonwealth Cemetery. Learn about the soldiers, generals, and world leaders who played a part in the war. Learn about the soldiers, generals, and world leaders who played a part in the war.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Cassino Train Station · Tour start: Monte Cassino, 03043 Cassino, Province of Frosinone, Italy — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
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