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Rome Private Guided Tour including Vatican Museum

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On average, this is booked 17 (0) days in advance.
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Overview

Cover Rome's top attractions during this private, full-day chauffeured tour. Travel between locations in your own comfortable vehicle, with front-door cruise port, hotel, or airport pickup.

Dont' waste you time to see Rome. We'll make all the reservations in advance for you. Enjoy a private guided tour of the Vatican Museums.

The Colosseum is included. Create an itinerary with your driver-guide and visit top landmarks like Piazza Venezia,, the Spanish Steps, and the Trevi Fountain.

A full day private chauffeured tour of Rome Tick off the city's top highlights in a single day of sightseeing Beat the rush visiting the Colosseum and Vatican Museums with your own private tour guide.
Listen to informative commentary from your personal driver guide.
Drop off after the vatican museums tour will be st peter’s square
For last minute bookings (less than 30 days) we reserve the right to offer you alternatives or free cancellations if we are unable to carry out the service as described.

What's Included

  • Colosseum and the Vatican Museums Tickets INCLUDED
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Mercedes Van or Sedan and knowledgeable Driver
  • Lunch
  • Tip ( optional )
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Meeting and Pickup

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We’ll meet you at your location in Rome city center or in Civitavecchia port just outside the ship. Drop off will be in st peter’s square if your tour starts from Rome. From the port we’ll take you back to the ship on timeFor last minute bookings (less than 30 days) we reserve the right to offer you alternatives or free cancellations if we are unable to carry out the service as described.

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Circo Massimo

Stop to take pictures of the palatine hill from the circus maximus
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Colosseum

Enjot the private tour of one of the 7 modern wonder of the world.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

Visit the oldest catacombs in rome in a semi private tour
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)

Visit the oldest roman road 24 centuries old
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

After a light snack, you and your professional English-speaking Private guide will visit the Vatican Museums, enjoying a 2-3 hours guided tour (you will see the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica and St Peter’s Square). Take a look at the Papal Canopy suspended over the altar, where the Pope celebrates Mass.At the end of the vatican tour your guide will help you to find a taxi to go back to your hotel in romeEntrance to St. Peter's Basilica is not always guaranteed when there are special papal masses or Christian holidays. Even for late reservations we do not guarantee access to St. Peter's Basilica.
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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
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Private Guided Tour including Vatican Museum?

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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Activity code: C-49976P36

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Rome Private Guided Tour including Vatican Museum?
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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?
A:
The following is included:
  • Colosseum and the Vatican Museums Tickets INCLUDED.
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
  • Mercedes Van or Sedan and knowledgeable Driver.
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
  • Private Official Tour Guide for the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Tip ( optional ).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1. 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?
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 Private Guided Tour including Vatican Museum is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 Private Guided Tour including Vatican Museum 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?
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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.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Colosseum and the Vatican Museums Tickets INCLUDED
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Mercedes Van or Sedan and knowledgeable Driver
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Private Official Tour Guide for the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum
  • Lunch
  • Tip ( optional )

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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