Full Day Private Tour: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Vatican with Transfers
Rome, Italy
6 hours (Approx.)
Offered in: English and 5 more
Overview
Discover three of Rome’s most popular attractions on this full-day private tour. Start off by exploring the Colosseum and the nearby Roman Forum archeological site to learn about Rome’s ancient history. Then head to the city-state of the Vatican to explore its museums, the famous Sistine Chapel painted by Michelangelo, and the grand St. Peter’s Basilica and learn about the historical, artistic, and religious significance of the pieces.
- Take a full-day tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and the Vatican
- Walk amongst the city’s ancient ruins and learn about its rich history
- See the historic, artistic, and religious relics of the Vatican museums
- Enjoy a personalized experience with a private tour guide and vehicle
What's Included
Professional tour guide
Complimentary hotel pick-up
Private tour
Transport by private luxury vehicle
English-speaking driver
Skip the line admission tickets for all attractions
Hotel drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
After your meet and greet with the English-speaking driver, you will be taken, in one of our luxury vehicles, to the world’s largest amphitheatre and with your “skip the line” ticket, you will proceed directly into the metal detector control. Once inside, the tour guide will bring the Colosseum back to life by explaining how the gladiators entertained the crowds with spectacular fights and show you the complex engineering applied by the Romans to build, what is still considered, as the most technologically advanced, entertainment complex of its time. The guide will then take you to the second level of the Colosseum, where you will enjoy the beautiful view of the arena and all of the seating areas. This includes the exact spot where the emperor enjoyed the shows with his family and the specially reserved marble seats for the Roman senators.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
After the Colosseum, you will proceed into the archaeological site of the Roman Forum, which represented the commercial, legal and administrative center of Ancient Rome. You will literally feel as if you were brought back in time during the Imperial age of Rome. All of this, while walking by the ruins of ancient temples and Roman mausoleums, such as: the senate building and the original altar where Julius Caesar’s body was cremated.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
From the Roman Forum, your driver will pick you up and take you way across town to explore the world renowned Vatican museums and two of the most important churches in the world, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re sure to be dazzled by the masterpieces of great artists like Michelangelo with his world-renowned ceiling, “Last Judgment” and Pieta, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini with his twirling bronze baldachin, tomb of Alexander VII, and the many other gorgeous embellishments with which he adorned the interior of St. Peter’s Basilica. During the whole visit, your guide will fill you on the historic, religious and artistic significance of the works and accomplishments, as well as, the stories of the artists themselves. After the tour ends, for those interested in purchasing religious articles or official Vatican products, the tour guide will take you to the official Vatican gift store and eventually show you the nearest taxi station to arrange transportation back.
Duration: 3 hours
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Large bags and suitcases are not permitted inside the Colosseum and there is no deposit room to store them.
- Please remember to inform us if a member of your party needs wheelchair access.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
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