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Best of Rome VIP Private Tour: Direct Shipside Pickup

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| Rome, Italy
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from $172.20 per person

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Best of Rome FullDay
Guests - Spanish steps
Guests - Pantheon
Guests - Venice square
Trevi fountain
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On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
10 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This impressive Shore Excursion touches the most significant highlights of Rome and Vatican City:
• Pantheon
• Trevi Fountain
• Spanish Steps
• Venice Square and the Wedding cake
• Roman Forum
• Colosseum
• Arch of Constantine
• Circus Maximus
• Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• St. Peter’s Basilica Square
Lunch included in a typical roman restaurant.
In Private options are included Tickets to the Pantheon, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel St. Peter's Basilica visit and Licensed Tour Guide.
Pickup and Dropoff your ship.

Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to Cruise Port for this activity.

What's Included

  • Travel in comfort with a fully licensed, A/C vehicle and a professional English-speaking Driver.
  • Worry-Free Port Pickup & Dropoff Shore Excursion
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option includes ONLY Driver and Vehicle
  • Tipping is not included in our service fees, It is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option NOT INCLUDES: Tour Guide, Entrance Tickets, Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Pickup and Dropoff: Civitavecchia Cruise Port, right outside your ship. • English-speaking Driver with a private vehicle will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized. • No need to take Bus Shuttle from ship since our permits allow us to enter in the Cruise Port.

What To Expect

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Colosseum

*** Admision Included only in Private Tour Guide options*** The Colosseum is the main symbol of Rome. It is an imposing construction that, with almost 2,000 years of history, will bring you back in time to discover the way of life in the Roman Empire.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

*** Admision Included only in Private Tour Guide options*** The Vatican Museums are located within the city boundaries of the Vatican City. They display works from the immense collection amassed by popes throughout the centuries including several of the most renowned Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world. The museums contain roughly 70,000 works, of which 20,000 are on display. The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV. Today, it is the site of the papal conclave, the process by which a new pope is selected. The fame of the Sistine Chapel lies mainly in the frescos that decorate the interior, most particularly the Sistine Chapel ceiling and The Last Judgment by Michelangelo.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica (pass by)

****St. Peter's Basilica inside Included only in Private Tour Guide options**** Designed principally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini, St. Peter's is the most renowned work of Renaissance architecture and the largest church in the world. St Peter’s Basilica: on rare occasions could be closed or inaccessible or with a long line wait time to enter. It is over our control, so no refunds or discounts will be issued.
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Fontana di Trevi

*** Admision Included only in Private Tour Guide options*** Trevi Fountain standing 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide, it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. The fountain has appeared in several notable films, including "Roman Holiday", Federico Fellini's "La Dolce Vita", the eponymous "Three Coins in the Fountain", The Lizzie McGuire Movie, and "Sabrina Goes to Rome".
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Pantheon

*** Admision Included only in Private Tour Guide options*** The Pantheon ("Temple of All the Gods") is a former Roman temple, now a church, in Rome, on the site of an earlier temple commissioned by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus (27 BC – 14 AD).
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Spanish Steps

The Spanish Steps are a set of steps dating from 1723, climbing a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna (one of the most famous squares in Rome) and the top dominated by Trinita dei Monti Church.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Circo Massimo (pass by)

The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium and mass entertainment venue.
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Clivo delle Mura Vaticane

Lunch Time: Options with Lunch Included (Private Tour Guide Options): Features a curated, fixed-menu lunch highlighting authentic Roman specialties.Option without Lunch Included (LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS): You will have dedicated free time to enjoy lunch at your own pace (at your own expense). Your professional driver will be happy to recommend authentic, traditional local restaurants along the route.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Venezia / Ancient City (pass by)

Piazza Venezia is the central hub of Rome. One side of the Piazza is the monumental site of Italy's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Altare della Patria, part of the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, first King of Italy.
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Arch of Constantine (pass by)

The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal Ancient Roman arch in Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill
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Foro Romano (pass by)

For centuries the Forum was the center of day-to-day life in Ancient Rome
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Port Pickup: Your English-speaking driver will wait outside the ship holding your name sign. Travel stress-free in our premium, air-conditioned, fully licensed luxury vehicle!
  • PRIVATE-2HOURS VATICAN GUIDE Option: Enjoy a full-time driver and luxury vehicle, entry tickets, a dedicated Vatican guide and a delicious traditional Roman set lunch
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option: Budget-Friendly Tour. Enjoy a full-time driver and vehicle at our lowest price! Please note: Entrance tickets, tour guides, and lunch are not included
  • PRIVATE Tour Guide Options – Crucial Entry Info: Every guest must present a valid ID (ID, Passport, Driver's License, etc.) matching their ticket at security. No name changes allowed; incorrect or missing ID means denied entry and no refund.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Rome VIP Private Tour: Direct Shipside Pickup?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-21340P158

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Rome VIP Private Tour: Direct Shipside Pickup?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Travel in comfort with a fully licensed, A/C vehicle and a professional English-speaking Driver.
  • Worry-Free Port Pickup & Dropoff Shore Excursion.
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option includes ONLY Driver and Vehicle.
  • PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE Options include: Admission Tickets, Tour Guide, Roman Set Lunch.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tipping is not included in our service fees, It is never mandatory although it is always appreciated.
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option NOT INCLUDES: Tour Guide, Entrance Tickets, Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Best of Rome VIP Private Tour: Direct Shipside Pickup is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best of Rome VIP Private Tour: Direct Shipside Pickup will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Travel in comfort with a fully licensed, A/C vehicle and a professional English-speaking Driver.
  • Worry-Free Port Pickup & Dropoff Shore Excursion
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option includes ONLY Driver and Vehicle
  • PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE Options include: Admission Tickets, Tour Guide, Roman Set Lunch
  • Tipping is not included in our service fees, It is never mandatory although it is always appreciated
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option NOT INCLUDES: Tour Guide, Entrance Tickets, Lunch

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Port Pickup: Your English-speaking driver will wait outside the ship holding your name sign. Travel stress-free in our premium, air-conditioned, fully licensed luxury vehicle!
  • Why choose our private Vans over Buses? Large buses are banned in historic Rome, forcing you to walk 4–6 miles and waste time waiting on crowds. Our luxury Vans get you right to the sights! Book your private tour today for a stress-free, walking-minimized, and fully personalized VIP experience!
  • Traveling with 8+ guests? Just book multiple vans! Your group will travel together, hit the same stops, and you can switch vehicles anytime. Book today to secure your fleet and keep the whole family together!
  • PRIVATE-GUIDE FULLTIME IN ROME Option: Go VIP! Our Full-Time in Rome includes a private driver and vehicle, entry tickets, a dedicated expert guide and a delicious traditional Roman set lunch
  • PRIVATE-2HOURS VATICAN GUIDE Option: Enjoy a full-time driver and luxury vehicle, entry tickets, a dedicated Vatican guide and a delicious traditional Roman set lunch
  • LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option: Budget-Friendly Tour. Enjoy a full-time driver and vehicle at our lowest price! Please note: Entrance tickets, tour guides, and lunch are not included
  • PRIVATE Tour Guide Options – Crucial Entry Info: Every guest must present a valid ID (ID, Passport, Driver's License, etc.) matching their ticket at security. No name changes allowed; incorrect or missing ID means denied entry and no refund.
  • PRIVATE Tour Guide Options – Important Site Availability Info: Specific dates and attraction entries are subject to official calendars, capacity limits, and unexpected closures completely beyond our control. If a site is unavailable on your tour date, an exceptional alternative experience or a partial ticket refund will be provided
  • St Peter’s Basilica: on rare occasions could be closed or inaccessible or with a long line wait time to enter. It is completely beyond our control, so no refunds or discounts will be issued
  • One Infant seat available on request

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