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Rome and Vatican Private Tour with Driver and Vatican Guide

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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.
7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This private Tour in Rome is to take you on a journey through the history and art, for you to admire Rome and it is beauty at your comfort with English speaking driver and official guide inside the Vatican City ,including skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums
After picking you up at your Hotel or residence speaking Driver we will take you to the main sights of Rome such as the Pantheon, Colosseum from Outside , Trevi Fountain , Spanish square ,Palatine Hill and Vatican Museum Sistine chapel St.Peter Basilica with official Vatican guide

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Private Tour
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
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WE PICK YOU UP AND DROP YOU OFF IN ANY HOTEL OR RESIDENCE IN ROME

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Colosseum

The Colosseum, an ancient Roman amphitheater, is renowned for its massive elliptical structure and historical significance. Its exterior, adorned with tiers of arches and columns, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of ancient Rome. A visit to the exterior provides a vivid reminder of the cultural and architectural legacy of this iconic monument.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Palatine Hill

we will take you to see the Palatine Hill , the most famous hill of Rome because according the Legend more than 2700 years the city was founded right here.During the Republican Period Roman citizens belonging to the upper class settled in the Palatine Hill and built sumptuous palaces, of which important traces are still preserved.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Circo Massimo

We will then arrive at the Circus Maximus, the large ancient stadium for chariot races and different spectacles..The Circus Maximus in Rome , located between the Aventino and Palatine Hills, was an extended precinct with space for 300,000 spectators.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Teatro di Marcello (pass by)

It's not possible to enter to the theatre but we are driving close by The Theatre of Marcellus is an ancient open-air theatre built in the closing years of the Roman Republic. At the theatre, locals and visitors alike were able to watch performances of drama and song.
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Complesso del Vittoriano (pass by)

The Victor Emmanuel II National Monument is a national monument built in honour of Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of a unified Italy, It occupies a site between the Piazza Venezia and the Capitoline Hill.
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Pantheon

we stop in the Pantheon , once the temple of all Roman gods. the Pantheon is one of the architectural masterpieces and It is the best preserved building from ancient Rome. The construction of the current Pantheon was carried out during the reign of Hadrian, in the year 126 A.D
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontana di Trevi

we are going to visit Trevi Fountain, the most beautiful fountain in the world.Here you can toss a coin in the fountain for your wish and to ensure a return visit to Italy.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spanish Steps

we visit this famous place in the heart of Rome .The Spanish Steps are a set of steps dating from 1723, climbing a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna at the base and Piazza Trinita dei Monti at the top dominated by Trinita dei Monti Church.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Navona

This piazza, which displays the genius of Bernini and Borromini, is one of the finest Baroque Masterpiece in papal Rome. Its harmony and colors, combined with its elegance, give it a charm that is enhanced by the surprising contrast of architecturally sober houses alternating with a number of monumental Buildings . The most beautiful parts of Piazza Navona are its three fountains, designed during the papacy of Gregory XIII
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

Now will be the time to visit the Vatican Museum where you will be able to admire the vast collection of masterpieces, including the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel with Official Vatican Guide and tickets included The official guide will waiting for us in front on the entrance of the Museum with tickets and will take you inside Vatican Museum , Sistine Chapel and St. Peter Basilica.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

nside the Vatican with the official guide you are going to admire the Famous Sistine Chapel .The Sistine Chapel is a large chapel located in the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace. It is named after Pope Sixtus IV, who oversaw its restoration in the late 15th century. Historically, the chapel has had various important functions. Today, it retains its religious role, as it serves as the site where cardinals meet to elect the next pope.What the Sistine Chapel is most well-known for, however, is its ceiling. Painted by Florentine fine artist Michelangelo
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the holiest temples for Christendom and one of the largest churches in the world. Besides, it is where the Pope presides many liturgies all year round. Several renowned architects designed the church, highlighting the works of Bramante, Michelangelo and Carlo Maderno
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome and Vatican Private Tour with Driver and Vatican Guide?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome and Vatican Private Tour with Driver and Vatican Guide?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Private transportation.
  • English Speaking Driver.
  • Private Tour.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Vatican Tickets.
  • Official Guide inside Vatican Museum.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
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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 Rome and Vatican Private Tour with Driver and Vatican Guide is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome and Vatican Private Tour with Driver and Vatican Guide 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 2024
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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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  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Driver
  • Private Tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Vatican Tickets
  • Official Guide inside Vatican Museum
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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