Overview

Private shore excursion from Civitavecchia: Discover Rome’s Wonders & the Vatican

Embark on an exclusive exploration of Rome with our Private Tour Rome in a Day, offering you a personalized and in-depth encounter with the Eternal City.

Your journey begins right at the boat exit door, where your designated driver awaits, sign in hand, ready to whisk you away on an 80-minute drive to the heart of Rome.

PICK-UP TIME Suggested 7:30 am – (it’s flexible, just let us know if you prefer a different time). Back to  the port at 5:00 pm (with plenty of time not to miss the ship).

DURATION: 9 hours

As we delve into the ancient part of the city, traverse the original cobblestone streets, and unravel the tales of ancient Romans.

Gain privileged access to the iconic Colosseum, basking in its historical aura. We recommend to visit the Colosseum from the outside, so you will have enough time to visit the rest of the sites.

Private Tour Rome in a Day, enjoy a panoramic spectacle of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the legendary Circus Maximus, renowned for its depiction in the classic film “Ben Hur.”

Our exploration continues, unveiling the beauty of the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, and more.

Following this immersive morning, we pause for a delightful lunch.

Choose between a leisurely Italian meal at a local restaurant or a quick, on-the-go option, tailor-made to your preferences.

With Private Tour Rome in a Day, your knowledgeable driver is at your disposal, offering recommendations to suit your taste and save time for further discoveries.

After lunch, our journey leads us to the Vatican State, with exclusive, skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums. Opting for the afternoon ensures a more serene experience amidst fewer crowds.

Roam through the most significant galleries—the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Raphael Rooms. Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, adorned with Michelangelo’s masterpiece.

The exploration concludes with a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà and the grandeur of the Bernini Baldacchino.

Absorb the panoramic vista of the basilica’s square, the blessing balcony, and the papal residence. Your guide, a storyteller of Popes, Cardinals, and artists, enhances the experience with captivating narratives.

After the Vatican, we gracefully return to the ship, ensuring your arrival at the port by 5:00 PM, well in advance of your cruise departure.

Immerse yourself in the allure of Rome with our Private Tour Rome in a Day, a meticulously crafted itinerary offering a comprehensive glimpse into the city’s rich history, culture, and architectural wonders.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

You’ll be escorted by your English-speaking driver who will explain all the different points of interest. But please note that they are not guides. They cannot enter the sites with you by law.

We highly recommend booking a private tour guide at the Vatican Museum, please inform us at the time of the booking, it comes at an extra cost of 200 euros for a 2.5-hour guided tour for the whole group that you can pay in cash directly to your guide.

Please note that if the group is more than 6 passengers, the Vatican requires mandatory earphones for 3 euros per person to be paid at the moment of the booking or at the end of the tour to your driver.

What’s Included:

Pick up & drop off at the port of Civitavecchia.

English-speaking driver.

First Class air-conditioned vehicle.

Visit all the mentioned sites.

Not Included:

Local tour guide.

Vatican skip-the-line tickets (cost 40 euro per person, child 6-17 years old 30 euro).

Meal or wine tasting.

Gratuities.

PRICING:

1-2 passengers: 480 euros.

3-4 passengers: 520 euros.

5-6 passengers: 560 euros.

7-8 passengers: 600 euros.

HOW TO PAY:

At the time of the booking, you will pay 25% of the cost of your tour or transfer. the rest of the amount could be paid in cash to the driver in euro or USD (in the case of payment in USD we would calculate the accurate amount by using the exchange rate EUR/USD of the day before the tour increased by 5 cents, We accept payments in Traveler Cheques in Euro or USD, we also accept payment in credit cards  (Visa and MasterCard – No American Express) at the time of the booking, or at the end of your tour or transfer.

PLEASE NOTE: if payment is made by credit card, the total cost of the tour or transfer will be increased by 10% (bank commission and taxes).

CATEGORY: SHORE EXCURSION FROM THE PORT OF CIVITAVECCHIA