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based on For cruise ship passengers arriving in Civitavecchia - with only a single day to see the best that the beautiful city of Rome has to offer - Private Shore Excursion: Rome in One Day includes a dedicated, personal tour guide to show you all of Rome's highlights as well as ensuring you make it back to the boat at the end of the day. And by booking ahead, you won't waste any time waiting in line!
Meet your private air-conditioned vehicle at Civitavecchia and transfer directly to Rome's religious core, a tiny country all in itself - Vatican City. Your private guide will greet you as soon as you arrive in Rome and you'll be skipping the line into the Vatican Museums in not time! The guide will introduce you to some of the most precious and famous art in the world, as well as the must-see Sistine Chapel. Next, take a peek into St. Peter's Basilica (you'll skip the line here too!), Michelangelo's Pieta, as well as St. Peter's Square.
Be whisked away to the heart of historic Rome for a lunch break at a traditional Roman restaurant we can recommend, or wherever your taste buds lead you! Your private, dedicated guide will be at your side for the entire day to answer all your questions, provide you with the best advice, and take you to all of the most important fountains, piazzas and monuments which include the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and much more.
No trip to Rome is complete without a stop at the Colosseum. Skip the long queues yet again and explore the interiors and bloody history of this infamous monument! You'll even have time to purchase a gelato before the end of the day - when you will be comfortably transferred back to Civitavecchia in time the catch your boat.
Please list any special interests you have (art, architecture, history, culture) at time of booking to alert our guide, so that he or she can better prepare for your private tour.
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Rome Shore Excursion
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Entrance fees
- Professional guide
- Port pickup and drop off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- 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
- By pre-booking this tour it enables you to skip the long lines (which can take up to two hours!) to enter the Vatican Museums. Please note, all visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers
- Cruise company
- Ship Name
- Your arrival time into Civitavecchia
- Please note, you can choose to remain in Rome or drop off to the airport also. Please specify at time of booking.
We guarantee:
- Expert English speaking guides
- Vatican Museums and the Colosseum skip the line access!
- And they are pre-booked and pre-paid, for fast, hassle-free access on the day!
- You will conclude the day knowing all of the highlights are covered and you'll even have time for lunch and a gelato!
- Rest assured you'll enjoy a relaxed day and easy access to and from Civitavecchia in an air-conditioned vehicle
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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