3 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore the famous Carrara marble quarries
Admire stunning views from the quarry to the sea
Enter a working marble quarry and learn traditional techniques
Enjoy a typical quarryman breakfast with local lard
Optional visit to an underground quarry linked to Michelangelo
€ 54
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Experience a unique journey into the world of the most famous marble in Carrara. You will be picked up in a comfortable four by four vehicle and driven up to the magnificent marble quarries, where you can admire breathtaking views of the quarries stretching down to the sea. Enter an exclusive working quarry and enjoy a traditional breakfast with the renowned local lard while learning about the history and techniques of marble extraction. There is also the possibility to explore an underground quarry and see the very stone Michelangelo chose for his timeless masterpieces. This private tour is led by a knowledgeable guide speaking English, French, or Italian, ensuring a personalized experience. The excursion includes transportation, visits to the quarries, and a stop at a traditional larderia to taste local specialties. Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing and sneakers suitable for walking and exploring the quarry environment.
Professional tour driver-guide
A private car
Visit to the quarries
Visit to a typical "Larderia" with lard tasting
Gratuities
Comfortable clothes and sneakers
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Water bottle
Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers
Suitable for guests able to walk on uneven surfaces
Tour is outdoors, prepare for weather conditions
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Very interesting tour. You get access to the top of the quarry and a view of the quarry process. The drive up the quarry is pretty cool, the guide interacted for about 30 mins, we took some photos then drove back down. Only 15 euros so great price for an additional look at the beauty of Carrara. Oh yeah the guy in the snack venue where you buy the tickets is really ignorant and treats you like you are the dirt off of his boots, but thats part of the Italian charm
We enjoyed our trip with Lucca and Tomas. They were very knowledgeable and seemed quite happy to answer our questions about the local history of mining and connections to excavation activity in the United States such as the construction of the Crazy Horse monument. The stops along the way were informative and enjoyable with enough time to enjoy the lardo tasting and order a beverage and to shop for souvenirs.
Highly recommended tour for those with any interest in Carrara marble and the artwork it's been used for over the ages! We were driving, so while the place was a bit challenging to find and make it to, it was totally worth it! The four-wheel drive up the side of the mountain was enjoyable, and the tour itself was mesmerizing! A knowledgeable guide showed us all the equipment they use at the marble quarry and attempted to explain the size and scale of the operation--which is enormous! Also surprising was the trouble it takes to move the marble once it's cut because it's so unbelievably heavy! At just $15 euros for a 90-minute tour, it was totally enjoyable!
Spectacular! A gigantic man-made cavern cut out of a solid white marble mountain. The mind of man designed cutting cables, saws, and drills to remove enormous blocks of white marble from the inside of the mountain. The quarry -- even though completely underground -- is reached by a long tunnel that completely penetrates the mountain. Did I mention spectacular? And amaizing? Truly.
This tour made my day! I suggest to get up early and get to carrara and ask for tours directly its less complicated and you can ask question depeding the tour you want. We did the one inside the cave wich is amazing!!! they told me how to get the tour in the 4x4(car) I recommand this one too since the views are breath taking ( if you are hungry there is also a small cafeteria)… beautiful experience.
Complitely different experience! Our guide Lucca was excellent! He explained everything thoroughly about this unique place. I would highly recommend this great tour!
Extremely interesting and informative Very exciting venue and the quarry was magnificent
Our guide, Lucca, was extraordinary. This tour was one of the best things we've done in Italy. Breathtaking!
Luca explained us everything we need to know about carrara marble, husband likes it very much called it different experience and eye opening. Will recommend to everyone!
Great experience with the old Land Rovers through the huge mountains. Knowledgeable guides also with very good English. Small group of just 6 people in the car. Well organised and definitely to recommend if you are interested in the marble business there with a lot of interesting information provided.
