Rome and Vatican Highlights: FullDay VIP Private Tour
Overview
Visit the highlights of Rome in one memorable Memorable Fullday, with Driver and Expert Tour Guide, and see aspects of:
• Ancient, Monumental and Baroque Rome
• Vatican City
• Lunch (included) in a typical Rome restaurant.
Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Rome.
Private or Shared Tour available options
Included in PRIVATE-ALLINCLUSIVE option:
• Dedicated licensed local Tour Guide
• Tickets Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Entrance St Peter Basilica (when open)
You will see the magnificent views of:
• Navona Square
• Trevi Fountain
• Spanish Steps
• Venice Square
• Roman Forum
• Colosseum
• Circus Maximus
• Pantheon
• Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (only in ALLINCLUSIVE option)
• St. Peter’s Basilica (when open) and it’s magnificent Square
Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with:
• Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers
• Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides
What's Included
- Doorstep pickup and drop-off right at your hotel or stay in Rome
- Travel in comfort with a fully licensed, A/C vehicle and a professional English-speaking Driver.
- 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
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Colosseum
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Fontana di Trevi
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Pantheon
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Spanish Steps
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Circo Massimo (pass by)
Navona / Pantheon / Campo de’ Fiori
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Venezia (pass by)
Arch of Constantine (pass by)
Foro Romano (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ride in total comfort with a fully licensed, insured, air-conditioned vehicle, a friendly professional English-speaking driver, and an expert local tour guide (if option selected)!
- Professional English-speaking Driver gives basic general commentaries from the vehicle. He can’t leave the car to walk around with you
- 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 lunch
- PRIVATE-2HOURS VATICAN GUIDE Option: Enjoy a full-time driver and luxury vehicle, all entry tickets, a dedicated Vatican guide and a delicious traditional Roman 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
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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.
- Doorstep pickup and drop-off right at your hotel or stay in Rome.
- Travel in comfort with a fully licensed, A/C vehicle and a professional English-speaking Driver.
- 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.
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 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Rome and Vatican Highlights: FullDay VIP Private Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome and Vatican Highlights: FullDay VIP Private Tour 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!
Mar 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Doorstep pickup and drop-off right at your hotel or stay in Rome
- Travel in comfort with a fully licensed, A/C vehicle and a professional English-speaking Driver.
- 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
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ride in total comfort with a fully licensed, insured, air-conditioned vehicle, a friendly professional English-speaking driver, and an expert local tour guide (if option selected)!
- Professional English-speaking Driver gives basic general commentaries from the vehicle. He can’t leave the car to walk around with you
- 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 lunch
- PRIVATE-2HOURS VATICAN GUIDE Option: Enjoy a full-time driver and luxury vehicle, all entry tickets, a dedicated Vatican guide and a delicious traditional Roman 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
