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Rome Highlights Private Tour: Fall in Love with the Eternal City

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| Rome, Italy
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from $668.71 per group (up to 6)

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On average, this is booked 15 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This tour is for all the first timers in the eternal city, your driver will meet you in the morning and take you directly to the very heart of ancient Rome.

Your day will begin with the ancient sites: the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, you have part of the morning to explore these sites before driving to the Capitoline Hill to see the glory of the Michaelengo in Architecture, but just before you will also pass the very famous the Circus Maximus.

Back to the most popular part of Rome you can visit the most famous of all ancient city temples, the Pantheon. Then a walk through Piazza Navona, see the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. There is time for a traditional Italian Lunch with time for shopping if you wish.

In the afternoon, your tour continues with a visit to Vatican City to explore the richest collection of art in the world: the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. At the completion of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Vatican Museums Closed on Sundays. Tickets for this portion are not included in the Sunday fee.
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Any kind of accommodation in Rome: Hotels, B&B, private apartment, guest house, hostels etc. etc.

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Circo Massimo

Enjoy an overview of the Circus Maximus, the first largest stadium to be built in ancient Rome which held horse and chariot races to entertain the Roman public. Overlooking it, you find the Palatine Hill, where according to Roman legends, Romulus and Remus were found by the she-wolf who raised the
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Foro Boario (pass by)

Be amazed by the incredible preservation of two ancient Roman temples belonging to the 3rd century b.c.
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Piazza Venezia

Drive by the famous wedding cake, the monument dedicated to the first king of unified Italy: Victor Emanuel II, a splendid neoclassical white marble interpretation of the nearby Roman Forum.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pantheon

Visit the most famous of all ancient Roman temples, the Pantheon, which was dedicated to many Roman deities until it became the first Roman Catholic church of all times. Step inside and admire the beautiful marble floors, walls, and ceiling where the Oculus is center
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fontana di Trevi

Toss your coin for good luck and a safe return to Rome, or two if you want to find love in Rome as the legend goes, and take in the beauty of exquisite statues perched on the water's edge in this theme of "Taming the Waters".
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Spanish Steps

Climb the Spanish steps as the famous actors did in the late 1900s, or just sit and watch the people go by, then take a stroll along the best quality boutique road, Via Condotti.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Citta del Vaticano

No line entry to one of the greatest museums in the world where you can appreciate splendid works of art by some of the most famous artists of all times including the spectacular Sistine Chapel and its marvelous painted ceiling before moving on to the biggest and most important Chaotic church in the world. The Vatican museums and the Sistine chapel are closed on Sundays so the cost of the tickets will be removed.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Highlights Private Tour: Fall in Love with the Eternal City?

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). 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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Highlights Private Tour: Fall in Love with the Eternal City?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • WiFi on board.
  • No line Vatican museums and Sistine Chapel tickets. (purchased from the official Vatican website).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • Vatican Museums Closed on Sundays. Tickets for this portion are not included in the Sunday fee.
  • St. Peter's Basilica hearphones.
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..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

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?
A:

Accessibility information for the Rome Highlights Private Tour: Fall in Love with the Eternal City 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 Rome Highlights Private Tour: Fall in Love with the Eternal City 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
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

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

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • No line Vatican museums and Sistine Chapel tickets. (purchased from the official Vatican website)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Vatican Museums Closed on Sundays. Tickets for this portion are not included in the Sunday fee.
  • St. Peter's Basilica hearphones

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

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