Rome Guided Weekend Adventure
Rome, Italy
Overview
Specially designed for student travelers, this multi-day, art-historian led tour of Rome covers the highlights of the Eternal City. Save hours of wait time with skip-the-line admission tickets to the Vatican Museum, the Colosseum, and the Forum, and see the city’s top sights by sunset during an evening stroll through the historic center.
- A multi-day guided tour through Rome, with hostel accommodation
- Group sizes are capped to ensure personalized attention
- Get an insider’s introduction to the Eternal City with skip-the-line admission tickets
- Upgrade to include an additional day of accommodation and group dinner
What's Included
2 nights accommodation (optional 3rd) at a top-rated central hostel!
Full-time guided weekend led by an art historian
Skip-the-line and private tour into the Colosseum and Roman Forum during the visit to ancient Rome
Skip-the-line and private tour of the Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica, & Sistine Chapel during the visit to Renaissance Rome
Gelato 101 lesson
Evening walk to take in the breathtaking sights of Rome at sunset: Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Novonna, Campo dei Fiori & more!
All local transportation
Alcoholic drinks are on your own dime
Meals are also excluded, but you will be taken to the best local spots!
Transportation to & from your departure city
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Arrive Thursday as an optional early check-in to maximize your weekend in Rome (Included in Tour Option:'4 Days, 3 Nights'). Head into town with the other "early birds" for an evening stroll through one of Romes most romantic neighborhoods, Trastevere. An optional dinner will be arranged* and you'll have a chance to sample some amazing Roman cuisine (2 hrs).
*Food and drinks are not included on this tour, with the exception of the group dinner (Tour Option: '4 Days + Group Dinner)*
Friday, Day 1: Ancient Rome
Meet 10:00am at the hostel to break down the weekend itinerary with your professional local guide. Friday will be the day to explore the best of Ancient Rome. Head to the Colosseum and Roman Forum with the group to tour the same monumental grounds that Ceaser, Octavian, and other notable Romans frequented almost 2,000 years ago (4.5 hrs)! That evening, you'll meet up at the Spanish steps for an evening stroll across Rome, which caps off with a dinner party in the shadow of the Pantheon at a traditional family owned Roman restaurant. A night out on the town in Rome's notorious Campo dei Fiori district is sure to follow.
Saturday, Day 2: Papal Rome
Repent from last nights festivities, because you're headed over to the Vatican to lay eyes on St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museum, and the Sistine Chapel. Being one of the most sacred places on the planet, the Vatican is filled with priceless artwork and religious artifacts accumulated over the centuries that dazzle travelers from around the world(4hrs). The group will pit stop afterwards for pizza by-the-slice and gelato at Rome's famous Old Bridge Gelato (1.5 hrs). Take the afternoon the explore and wander back into the heart of Rome.
This evening the group will meet and head to Trastevere for the farewell group dinner in Rome's local hangouts (2hrs). Cap the evening by heading for some of the favorite bars in this neighborhood.
Sunday, Day 3: Tearful Goodbyes
The tour ends after breakfast, and students are free to depart at any time to catch their travel arrangements. The guide will make recommendations for those who have extra time in town: including trips to Galleria Borghese for amazing Baroque art, or the Porta Portese flea market.
*Food and drinks are not included on this tour, with the exception of the group dinner (Tour Option: '4 Days + Group Dinner)*
Friday, Day 1: Ancient Rome
Meet 10:00am at the hostel to break down the weekend itinerary with your professional local guide. Friday will be the day to explore the best of Ancient Rome. Head to the Colosseum and Roman Forum with the group to tour the same monumental grounds that Ceaser, Octavian, and other notable Romans frequented almost 2,000 years ago (4.5 hrs)! That evening, you'll meet up at the Spanish steps for an evening stroll across Rome, which caps off with a dinner party in the shadow of the Pantheon at a traditional family owned Roman restaurant. A night out on the town in Rome's notorious Campo dei Fiori district is sure to follow.
Saturday, Day 2: Papal Rome
Repent from last nights festivities, because you're headed over to the Vatican to lay eyes on St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museum, and the Sistine Chapel. Being one of the most sacred places on the planet, the Vatican is filled with priceless artwork and religious artifacts accumulated over the centuries that dazzle travelers from around the world(4hrs). The group will pit stop afterwards for pizza by-the-slice and gelato at Rome's famous Old Bridge Gelato (1.5 hrs). Take the afternoon the explore and wander back into the heart of Rome.
This evening the group will meet and head to Trastevere for the farewell group dinner in Rome's local hangouts (2hrs). Cap the evening by heading for some of the favorite bars in this neighborhood.
Sunday, Day 3: Tearful Goodbyes
The tour ends after breakfast, and students are free to depart at any time to catch their travel arrangements. The guide will make recommendations for those who have extra time in town: including trips to Galleria Borghese for amazing Baroque art, or the Porta Portese flea market.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Maxmimum age is 35 years
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties. Learn more about cancellations.
