Christian Rome Afternoon Tour

Location:Rome, Italy
Duration:3 hours (approx.)
TOUR Code:2390GRET4

From USD $60.53 View price calendar

Tour Rome's sacred Christian sites on an afternoon guided tour. You'll visit the famous Basilicas of Santa Maria Maggiore and Saint John in Lateran, and travel along the ancient Appian Way to see Rome's Catacombs.

Highlights

Afternoon guided tour of Christian Rome
Visit Santa Maria Maggiore and Saint John in Lateran Basilicas
Travel along the ancient Appian Way to Rome's Catacombs
Visit to the Catacombs of San Callisto, Santa Domitilla or San Sebastiano, depending on seasonal conditions
Expert local guide
Pickup from centrally located Rome hotels

Your three-hour afternoon guided tour of Christian Rome begins with the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore on the Esquiline Hill, where your guide will show you some of the treasures inside. You'll then see the Holy Staircase and make an inside visit of the Basilica of St John in Lateran, the cathedral of Rome.

Next, you'll proceed along the ancient Appian Way, passing the Chapel of Domine Quo Vadis before arriving at the Catacombs, the ancient underground cemeteries and hiding places of the Christians. A visit will be made to either the Catacombs of San Callisto, Santa Domitilla or San Sebastiano, depending on seasonal conditions. The tour ends with a spectacular view of the Baths of Emperor Caracalla.

Schedule Details

The interior of Santa Maria Maggiore Church in Rome

Departs:

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Departure Point: Tour departs from a central Rome meeting point. A short walk from Termini Railway Station. Hotel pickup available from selected Rome hotels. Departure Time:

January 01 - February 28
2:30pm
March 01 - October 31
3:00pm
November 01 - December 31
2:30pm

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Duration:

3 hours (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point. It is possible to be dropped off at Via Veneto, Barber Arberini Square, Venezia Square, Repubblica Square. Please ask the guide on the day of travel.

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Entrance fees
Hotel pickup (selected hotels only)
Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach (maximum 50 people)

Exclusions:

Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified

Additional Info:

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
There can be a considerable amount of walking on Rome tours, (often on uneven, cobbled surfaces) due to coach regulations. It is possible for clients to remain on the coach, however this means that many of the sights will be missed.
A dress code is required to enter places of worships and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. This dress code is strictly enforced and you will risk refused entry if you fail to comply with requirements.

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