All Tours are customizable. Starting time can be rescheduled from official timetable according to your presonal request.
The following are suggestions to which you can add extra sites and activities.
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COLOSSEUM & ANCIENT ROME TOUR
The Colosseum private tour will take you inside the largest amphitheater ever built in antiquity and not even in your wildest dreams would you imagine what went on during the spectacles that engaged gladiators and wild animals from every corner of the Empire. Listening to stories and anecdotes about those days from your guide, (me) while you are just filling your eyes with the magnificent scenario is incomparable.
This private tour obviously includes the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill;
going back to Imperial Rome when almost one million inhabitants were walking around and chariots were not allowed to ride in the bustling city center, making traffic issues as enduring as the city itself.
Walk on the same timeworn volcanic slabs that were trod by Julius Caesar and Octavian Augustus and become familiar with everyday life in downtown Ancient Rome, walking through one of the most powerful and important city centers of the past.
Venturing between Public Buildings, Temples dedicated to Gods and Emperors, where Generals of the Roman Empire were honored the Triumph once back from Military campaigns and conquests, to be cheered by the people of Rome on the Sacred Way.
Then up the Palatine Hill; confusion of ancient and modern everyday life is left behind. Suddenly you will be immersed in the most green and residential area of Ancient Rome, where the high society and Emperors chose to live and where the legendary Foundation of Rome took place.
VATICAN MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS AND SISTINE CHAPEL TOUR
This is a private tour that you will never forget
Not only for the important frescoes by the great Michelangelo and Raphael, but also for the historical heritage of the Roman Church contained within the walls of the Vatican State.
This private tour includes the most important Galleries of the Museums, the ancient statue collection with unique pieces that have inspired generations of artist, the Rooms of Raphael (once the Popes private apartment) the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. All without standing in line for entrance.
The Vatican is the smallest state in the world with the highest concentration of historical buildings that have preserved their original characteristics and values.
You will see outstanding masterpieces and experience the magical atmosphere of Renaissance art with full stories on the Artists and Popes that made it come together and preserved it for us to admire and appreciate.
A private tour is the best way to visit the Vatican Museums considered to be one of the most important and vast art collections in the world.
The private tour will end after having visited St. Peter’s Basilica with its tremendous dimensions able to welcome 60.000 people. Absolutely a must see!
HIGHLIGHTS OF ROME WALKING TOUR:
With this private walking tour you will not miss one hidden spot or detail of the historical city center.
Starting from the amazing Spanish Steps; hangout for foreigners since 18th century, mostly British coming to Rome for the Grand Tour.
You will stroll through amazing Piazzas and cobblestone alleys and in three hours hear all the side stories and informative details that have made Rome the fascinating and captivating city it is.
Trevi Fountain, Temple Of Hadrian, Pantheon, Piazza Navona with Bernini’s mysterious Fountain of Four Rivers are some of the impressive landmarks you will come across.
Gelato break is a must as you will be introduced to the amazing variety of different flavors made from fresh and genuine products. The tour will finish in Campo dei Fiori, a local market place with typical Trattorias and Pizzerias where you can stop for a tasty meal. This area has been inhabited since Roman times and it is where Julius Caesar’s antagonist Pompey, chose to build the very first Roman theater in brick in 55 BC. and very close by, Caesar was to be killed on the Ides of March.
GOLF CART TOUR
Visit the City center in the most comfortable and easy way.
Go through the cobblestone alleys to find yourself in the grand Baroque Piazza with its Fountains and water works that hide stories of antagonism between artists; all for Papal approval and artistic glory. A golf cart tour allows you to enjoy sightseeing in a relaxed atmosphere covering the highlights of Rome and also the off the beaten path attractions. Maximize your time in Rome and enjoy the ride. Rome is just waiting to be discovered. Tour covers: Tomb of Augustus from outside, Venezia Square, Theater of Marcellus,
SHORE EXCURSION ROME IN A DAY TOUR
Your day will start by beeing picked up at the Civitavecchia Port by a professional English speaking driver who will comfortably drive you to Rome in an air conditioned car or minivan.
Ancient Rome Tour will be your first highlight with entrance in Colosseum and Roman Forum.
A brief lunch break in a local family run Trattoria ( cannot leave without tasting Roman cuisine).
A toss of a coin in the Trevi Fountain that ensures your return to Rome.
A visit of the Vatican Museums including the extraordinary Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.
The driver will then ensure your return to your cruise ship in time for departure.
In the afternoon or morning an Overall Of Rome Tour by car can substitute Vatican Museums.
FOOD TASTING TOUR WITH HIGHLIGHTS OF ROME
- Food and market tour:
Strolling along the city center this tour combines history and art with sweet and salty food tasting. Passing through a local market I will be providing traditional recipes and secrets to Italian cooking. Take a taste of oils, balsamic vinegar, pates pizza and typical cakes.
All this while enjoying the stories behind the famous Baroque Piazzas and Fountains. Meeting point; Pantheon where we will start the tour with a great espresso coffee strictly drunk standing at the counter like the Romans do.
You will discover that Rome can be captivating not only for it’s history but also for it’s flavors, colors and exciting atmosphere.