Getty Villa: Mediterranean Art & Antiquities

Immerse yourself in the art and artifacts of the ancient Mediterranean world on this trip to Malibu to visit the Getty Villa—the only museum in the U.S. solely devoted to antiquities from the Mediterranean region. Built by billionaire oil magnate J. Paul Getty in the early 1970s, the Getty Villa is modeled after a luxurious villa that was buried for centuries in ash and mud following the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in Italy. Stroll the lush gardens and explore galleries housing over 1,200 Greek, Roman, and Etruscan relics spanning 4,000 years of ancient art, from the end of the Stone Age to the fall of the Roman Empire. Discover first-century frescoes from a village near Pompeii, Roman sculptures, Hellenistic period jewelry, Etruscan drawings, and so much more. Explore the museum at your leisure and enjoy casual Mediterranean-inspired cuisine at the museum's cafe for lunch on your own.

Tour Manager:    3/9 - Bobbi Lona*

Activity Level: Moderate

Some stairs and or inclines are present at destination. Moderate walking is required to fully experience all the museum' exhibits.

What's Included in the Tour Fare

• Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation from pickup lcocations throughout San Diego County

• Professional Tour Manager throughout the trip

• Complimentary bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Admission into the Getty Villa

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals

• Cancellation Protection

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

What Current and Future Exhibitions are on Display at the Getty Center and Getty Villa

Please click on the USEFUL LINKS tab above to plan your date of travel based on current and future exhibitions. Please let us know if there's a future exhibit you'd like to see. It's possible that we could add a tour date based on your suggestion!

How to Make a Reservation

Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours of M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Smartphones

Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, and more.

14-Day Cancellation Deadline

• If you purchased the optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) prior to the deadline, you can cancel your booking at any time for any reason and you'll receive a full refund of the tour fare.

• If you declined the CPP, you may cancel your reservation fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $15 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking fourteen (14) or more days prior to the departure date, you can avoid the cancellation fee by transferring the funds to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Bookings canceled within 14 days of the departure date are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason. Name changes on daytrips are always permitted at no additional cost.

* Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.