Semi-Private Full Day Tour with Early Entrance Vatican and Colosseum Underground

9 Hours

Mobile Ticket

Hotel Pickup Offered

English

Language Offered

Overview

The Vatican is huge and can be intimidating, especially if it's your first time. The lines at the Colosseum are long. The Forum can be a mystery. Which is why this small-group tour is essential for anyone who wants to get the most out of their trip. Skip the line at the Colosseum. Visit the Sistine Chapel before the Vatican Museums open. Learn about the Roman Empire at the Forum. And visit the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon, too. This is the real way to see Rome, in a group of just six.

Small-group tour (maximum six people) with early or skip-the-line entry to the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, St Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Enter the Sistine Chapel before it opens to the public and ogle Michelangelo's frescoes free from daytime crowds
Explore the Vatican Museums and visit St Peter's Basilica, home to Michelangelo's La PietÃƒÂ
Skip the main entrance lines at the Colosseum and explore three of its limited-access areas
See the underground cells where gladiators and animals were held, walk the arena floor and visit the upper tier
Visit the Roman Forum and stop to admire the Trevi Fountain and Pantheon
Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on a small-group tour limited to six people

Inclusions & Exclusions

Departure & Return

What To Expect

Get up early to meet your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museums. After all, you're getting a peek at the Sistine Chapel that day before anyone else does. Take some time to enjoy the frescos that Michelangelo masterfully painted. Note the different styles - from Renaissance to Mannerism - in the ceiling frescos and The Last Judgement fresco on the back wall. Spend a full hour taking in the masterpiece paintings. From here, explore the art-loaded halls of the Vatican Museums, gawking at the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps, enjoying the priceless art collection that centuries of popes amassed. Then visit amazing St. Peter's Basilica, its dome designed by Michelangelo. And don't miss the artist's other masterpiece: his sculpture La PietÃƒÂ just inside the door. After riding in a taxi through the city's historical center, indulge in the Pantheon, arguably the best preserved structure from ancient Roman times. Stroll through the narrow lanes to the Trevi Fountain, the dramatic fountain that is famed for visitors throwing a coin in it. Break for lunch (at own expense) and then travel to the Colosseum. Aside from seeing such a wonder up close, one great aspect of the tour is that you get to skip the long line and stroll right in. Descend to the underground level, open only to a small number of people daily and be sure to check out the dungeons where gladiators would prepare for their fights against exotic beasts. On the arena floor, listen to your guide recount the details about the gruesome battles that would take place here. Finally, ascend to the upper tier of the structure to get a great view of the entire Colosseum. After, walk up to nearby Palatine Hill, once home to ancient Rome's elite (and where the word 'palace' comes from) to gawk at more ruins before the tour ends. Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required.

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
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
Due to extreme weather conditions, the Colosseum Administration may limit access to some or all of the restricted areas (Colosseum, Arena Level and Third Tier), to ensure security of its visitors. No refund will be granted on these rare occasions.
Not wheelchair and stroller accessible
It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
Occasionally the basilica may be closed due to last minute private events outside of the tour operators control and often without notice. In these uncommon circumstances the tour will operate as usual and the time spent inside the basilica will be enjoyed by an extended tour in an alternate area
UNDERGROUND AND ARENA: The access to the restricted areas of the Colosseum (Underground and Arena) may be shared among other participants in the LivItaly exclusive entry slot. At times, for safety reasons, logistics and traffic control, the group may be led by one guide. This choice is at the complete discretion of the Colosseum's administration and security policy of that day in accordance to adequate safety measures. Please be aware that this is only for 30
40 minutes of the total duration of the tour. Our max 6 people policy is guaranteed for the remainder of the duration of the tour.
GENERAL ENTRY: Please note that for safety reasons the Colosseum can accommodate up to 3000 people at once. This could lead to delays in access to the site, even for pre-booked visitors. Please be on time!
This tour or activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

Semi-Private Full Day Tour with Early Entrance Vatican and Colosseum Underground

Inclusions & Exclusions

Departure & Return

What To Expect

Additional Info

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