Traveling by 4×4, you’ll explore one of the highest marble quarries with panoramic views of the landscape. Led by a professional guide, a quarryman by trade, this guided tour offers an immersive journey through the history and techniques of marble extraction in Carrara.
Starting with a pickup from Carrara or nearby areas, the tour includes an off-road drive to Quarry No. 177 in Colonnata, a walking visit to ancient quarry sites with Roman relics, and explanations of traditional and modern marble processing.
The experience continues along the old marble railway to the Vara bridges for a tasting of Colonnata lard, before ascending to a high-altitude quarry with spectacular views reaching the Mediterranean Sea.
Included:
Entrance to an active quarry, Colonnata lard tasting, Guided Tour, Transfer Service from the meeting point in Carrara to the quarries.
Not suitable for:
Wheelchair users and Children under 1 year of age.
Important: Make sure yo bring:
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Sunglasses
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Hiking shoes or sports footwear
Duration: 2 hours
Availability: Check availability to view start times
Guide: English, Italian
Group Size: Small group, limited to 6 participants
Time 10.30am or 14.30pm
Price $ 270 (4 people)