What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

How long does this tour take?

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Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Meeting point in front of the hotel forum.

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Rome Full Day Tour: Colosseum and Vatican Museums

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Overview

Full-Day Rome Tour: From Ancient Rome to the Sistine Chapel

Step back in time on this guided tour through Rome’s most iconic sites. Begin at the Colosseum, the Flavian Amphitheater, imagining epic gladiatorial games and the grandeur of ancient Rome. Wander the Roman Forum, the city’s political, commercial, and religious heart, walking along the historic Via Sacra, the same stones emperors once trod. After a break for lunch (not included), continue to the Vatican Museums, exploring the world’s largest private art collection, once reserved for the Pope. Pass through the stunning Raphael Rooms and reach the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, marveling at Michelangelo’s masterpieces, including The Creation of the World and The Last Judgment. This tour offers a truly immersive experience, blending history, art, and the unforgettable magic of Rome in a lively group setting.

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What's Included

✓ Included

6 hours Professional Guide
Entrance Ticket Colosseum and Roman Forum
Transportation from the Colosseum to the Vatican Museums meeting area by air-conditioned minivan
Entrance Ticket to the Vatican Museums
Colosseum entrance ticket valued at €18 per person and reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)

✗ Not Included

Lunch and Drinks
Pickup and Drop off at hotel
Tips

Itinerary

Stop 1

meeting point in front of the hotel

Stop 2

The Roman Forum, formerly a marshy area, began to take its current shape only from the end of the 7th century BC, with the reclamation of the valley, to become the center of public life for over a millennium. Over the centuries various monuments were built: first the buildings for political, religious and commercial activities, then during the 2nd century BC. the civil basilicas, where judicial activities took place. Already at the end of the Republican age, the ancient Roman Forum had become insufficient to carry out the function of the administrative and representation center of the city. The various dynasties of emperors added only prestigious monuments: the Temple of Vespasian and Titus and that of Antoninus Pius and Faustina dedicated to the memory of the deified emperors, and the monumental Arch of Septimius Severus, built at the western end of the square to celebrate the victories of the emperor.

Stop 3

The Colosseum is the largest amphitheater in the world, it was commissioned by the emperor Titus Flavius Vespasian who chose the area between the Palatine, Esquiline and Caelian hills to build it, previously occupied by the artificial lake of Nero's Domus Aurea. The building, intended for fights, games between gladiators (munera), simulations of hunting ferocious and exotic animals (venationes) and naumachie (naval combats). The Colosseum is made up of four overlapping architectural orders; the first three are made up of eighty arches framed by semi-columns, the fourth is divided into panels interspersed with windows. In the last order, masonry and wooden supports were inserted to support an immense tarpaulin (velarium) which served to shelter spectators from the sun and rain. 189 meters long, 156 meters wide, for a height of over 48 metres, the Colosseum extends over a surface area of 24,000 m2 and could accommodate around 50 thousand spectators.

Stop 4

Transfer by deluxe minivan to the Vatican Museums meeting point. Here you can visit the Triumphal Market, the most famous and ancient in Rome. Inside, you will have the opportunity to sample typical Roman dishes. Our assistant will advise you on the best solution for your needs.

Stop 5

Visit of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s famous masterpieces. You will learn about other Sistine Chapel painters, Perugino (master of Raphael), Botticelli, Rosselli and Ghirlandaio (master of Michelangelo) and others.

Stop 6

The breathtakingly beautiful Sistine Chapel, which is considered the pope’s home chapel. Walk through this sacred Vatican site to see Michelangelo’s astounding frescoes, The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

Meeting point in front of the hotel forum

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Good to Know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
If the St. Peter's Basilica is not accessible for any ceremonies, religious functions or early closures, the visit will take place outside.
Provide the Correct address of your accommodation , hotel, B&B
Provide the correct phone number with international country code
check that you provide all the details to the agency
Without this information we can not guarantee the correct service
Emergency number also operational via whatsapp
One day before please call to confirm the pick up
Each traveler must present a valid ID card or document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

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Special Instructions

• The meeting point is at the exit of ship
• The tour can be changed without notice due to weather and traffic. In order to improve the quality of our services and to avoid delays in the collection, we kindly ask for your cooperation to be ready at the meeting point at the scheduled time.
• You must provide the correct flight information, mobile phone, name ship
• Please inform customer services of any amendments or changes.
• No responsibility can be attributed to the operator of the service due to lack of correct information.
• It is recommended to check your booking.

Head Office (from 10am to 7pm on Monday to Friday) +39 0687772364 / +39 0687760030

Emergency +39 3890055460 / +39 3208216235

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.