Postcard Rome Private Shore Excursion for Cruisers
Rome, Italy
9 hours (Approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Overview
Postcard Rome For Cruisers shore excursion from Civitavecchia is a picture perfect, fun-filled, relaxing and comfortable tour tailored for cruisers to experience as much of Rome as possible while avoiding crowded tourist attractions, lengthy security lines, and advance admission tickets that restrict flexibility and sightseeing opportunities.
On this shore excursion, you will enjoy postcard beautiful squares, elaborate fountains, imposing Ancient Roman monuments, and explore Rome Underground below one of Rome’s most unique churches for a rare visit to an opulent ancient 3rd century AD Roman noble residence.
Your English speaking driver will pick you up on the pier next to your ship in Civitavecchia at 8:00 AM to begin your relaxing journey to Rome. You will return to the ship at approximately 5 PM.
On this shore excursion, you will enjoy postcard beautiful squares, elaborate fountains, imposing Ancient Roman monuments, and explore Rome Underground below one of Rome’s most unique churches for a rare visit to an opulent ancient 3rd century AD Roman noble residence.
Your English speaking driver will pick you up on the pier next to your ship in Civitavecchia at 8:00 AM to begin your relaxing journey to Rome. You will return to the ship at approximately 5 PM.
What's Included
Deluxe Mercedes Benz Vehicle
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Speaking Professional Driver
Bottled water
Parking Fees
Fuel surcharge
Gratuities
Lunch
Admission fees and Entry Tickets
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
Not to be missed in Rome is the Pantheon, one of Rome’s most famous ancient Roman temples that dominates the lively Piazza della Rotonda. Visitors and locals alike gather around the square’s large central baroque fountain featuring a 20-foot ancient Egyptian obelisk originally that was originally commissioned by Pharaoh Ramses II for the Temple of Ra in Heliopolis, Egypt. Entry fee to this site is € 2 per person to be paid on site.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
The moment you hear the soothing sounds of water gushing forth, you know you’re near the Trevi Fountain, dominated by the pagan god Neptune riding a seashell chariot drawn by seahorses.
Don’t forget to continue the long enduring tradition of tossing a coin into the fountain to ensure a future visit to Rome. Aside from being one of the most well-recognized fountains in the world.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Like a sliver of an arena with tiers of seats for spectators, so does the Spanish Steps attracts visitors and locals who sit on its steps to enjoy the scenery, to people watch, or to rest their weary feet.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
The lively Piazza Navona is dominated by 3 fountains situated in a spacious oblong square surrounded by warm toned historic buildings. A variety of colorful paintings and drawings exhibited by local artists adds to the charm and vibrant atmosphere of Piazza Navona.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
The sweeping elliptical square was designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini to define the square and allows a large number of the faithful into the square when the Pope gives his blessings. The 284 colossal Doric columns arranged in 4 rows. The colonnade is topped with 140 statues of various saints.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
A special stop on a tucked away terrace behind Capitoline Hill, will reward you with a breathtaking panorama of the Roman Forum from where the Roman Empire was governed, the imperial Palatine Hill where emperors and the elite had their opulent palaces, and the Colosseum peeking from the distance. Be sure to have your cameras ready as this picturesque spot is one of the most photographed locations in Rome!
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Piazza del Colosseo is a spacious cobblestoned pedestrian square where you will have the opportunity to admire the grandiose Colosseum and the nearby Arch of Constantine. We strongly suggest NOT TO ENTER in order to keep the schedule for the rest of the attractions.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
Basilica of Saints John and Paul (Basilica di Santi Giovanni e Paolo) on Celian Hill is an ancient 4th-century church built on top of the home of two Roman soldiers John and Paul who were assumed to have been martyred in 362 under the Emperor Julian the Apostate when they refused to renounce their faith.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
What makes visiting the Basilica of Saints John and Paul fascinating is visiting the ancient Roman Houses (Case Romane) upon which the church was built.
You have the opportunity to explore a magnificent underground complex that once was an "insula" (apartment building) and various Roman houses dating from 2nd to 4th century AD. They were later transformed into an opulent Roman residence with about 20 rooms finely decorated with frescoes, mosaics, and various architectural details. Entry to be paid on site is € 4 per person for adults, € 4 per person for students and seniors, Free for children under 12. CLOSED on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. On these days you can opt to visit San Clemente Basilica and its underground at € 10 per person.
Duration: 25 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- 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. Learn more about cancellations.
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