Jewish Rome Food Tour Taste History and Tradition

Start with an overview of ancient Rome from terraces that highlight its political and institutional center. Then,visit the Colosseum with a guide and learn about its history. The tour also includes access to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Explore the Forum’s historical structures and see the grand palaces on Palatine Hill where Roman emperors lived. Enjoy a guided tour of the Colosseum, covering gladiator battles and Roman architecture. Afterward, you have 24 hours to explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on your own.

Uncover the secrets of Italian cuisine as you make **pizza** and **tiramisu** in a **cooking class** led by a **professional chef**. Make your pizza pie from scratch – from rolling to topping – and recreate sweet tiramisu using only quality Italian ingredients while you wait for your pizza to bake. Put your creations to the taste test as you sit down to enjoy the rewards of your labor. *Buon appetito!*

Join a pasta and gelato-making class in Rome and master the art of Italian cooking with professional chefs in a modern cooking school. Learn to craft fresh egg pasta from scratch, shape it into two types, and pair it with seasonal sauces. Watch a live gelato-making demonstration. Understand how to select fresh ingredients and perfect the churning process. Later, enjoy both the dishes you cooked with wine and soft drinks. This class is ideal for food lovers and travelers looking to learn new cooking skills and enjoy authentic flavors in Rome.

Pass the security checks and take your seat in St. Peter’s Square for the Papal Audience, which includes prayers, blessings, and a message from the Pope. At 11:30 AM or 12:30 PM, join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica to see Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldacchino, and the dome. Your guide will explain the history and features of the church.

This engaging combo of a bus ride and walking tour transports you beyond the bustling city, back to the days of Ancient Rome. The tour starts with a comfortable bus ride to the serene Roman countryside and towards your first stop, the enigmatic Catacombs of San Callisto. The journey continues to the ancient Circus of Maxentius, with a brief stopover at the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella. The grand finale of this day trip is a visit to the awe-inspiring Appian Way and the Claudian Aqueduct - truly unique spots that are a must-add to any Rome itinerary.

Begin your tour with a visit to the Colosseum through a special group entrance. Walk the path of ancient gladiators and enjoy a unique 360° view of the monument. Feel the atmosphere of ancient Rome as the guide describes the past events that were witnessed by over 50,000 spectators. Visit the Roman Forum, where old governmental buildings stand as silent witnesses to history. Explore the Forum Magnum, once a lively marketplace, and discover the everyday life of ancient Romans. End your tour at Palatine Hill and look at panoramic views of the Circus Maximus, where chariots once raced.

Get ready to discover the beauty and history of the Vatican on this tour, where standing in long lines won't take away from your chance to experience this angelic place. Look at the extensive art collections of the Renaissance period, highly valued by the Catholic Church, holding great historical and artistic significance. Inside the Vatican Museum, see the most interesting rooms and detailed galleries. Including The Gallery of Maps, with its rich paintings. The Sistine Chapel, in the center of the Vatican, lets you look at its famous ceiling. Here, Michelangelo's artwork will draw your attention, showing the artist's remarkable talent.

Take a comfortable and guided shuttle service from Rome to Sorrento. Begin in Rome aboard an air-conditioned coach, traveling through the Italian countryside. Midway, make a brief stop to relax before continuing to the destination. Arrive at a centrally located parking area in Sorrento, convenient for accessing accommodations and the main attractions.