Civitavecchia Cruise Port Shore Excursion: Rome and Vatican Tour
Description
This all-inclusive shore excursion touches the highlights of Rome and Vatican City. Pantheon, and Vatican Museums tickets (for private tour options). Lunch at a traditional Roman restaurant. Expert tour guide in private tour options. Port pickup and all-day transportation. See top sights in a single day • Pantheon • Trevi Fountain • Spanish Steps • Venice Square and the Wedding cake • Roman Forum • Arch of Constantine • Circus Maximus • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel • St. Peter’s Basilica Pickup and dropoff at your ship. Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your timely return to Cruise Port for this activity.
Tour Options
Itinerary
**Admission included only for Private tour option** The Pantheon ("Temple of All the Gods") is a former Roman temple, now a church, in Rome, on the site of an earlier temple commissioned by Marcus Agrippa during the reign of Augustus (27 BC – 14 AD).
The Spanish Steps are a set of steps dating from 1723, climbing a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna (one of the most famous squares in Rome) and the top dominated by Trinita dei Monti Church.
Trevi Fountain standing 26.3 metres (86 ft) high and 49.15 metres (161.3 ft) wide, it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world. The fountain has appeared in several notable films, including "Roman Holiday", Federico Fellini's "La Dolce Vita", the eponymous "Three Coins in the Fountain", The Lizzie McGuire Movie, and "Sabrina Goes to Rome".
Piazza Venezia is the central hub of Rome. One side of the Piazza is the monumental site of Italy's Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in the Altare della Patria, part of the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, first King of Italy.
For centuries the Forum was the center of day-to-day life in Ancient Rome
The Arch of Constantine is a triumphal Ancient Roman arch in Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill
The Circus Maximus is an ancient Roman chariot-racing stadium and mass entertainment venue.
Lunch Time: Lunch included in a typical Roman Restaurant.
*** Included Guided Tour for Private Tour options*** The Vatican Museums are located within the city boundaries of the Vatican City. They display works from the immense collection amassed by popes throughout the centuries including several of the most renowned Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world. The museums contain roughly 70,000 works, of which 20,000 are on display. The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV. Today, it is the site of the papal conclave, the process by which a new pope is selected. The fame of the Sistine Chapel lies mainly in the frescos that decorate the interior, most particularly the Sistine Chapel ceiling and The Last Judgment by Michelangelo.
****Admission Included only for Private Tour option**** Designed principally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini, St. Peter's is the most renowned work of Renaissance architecture and the largest church in the world. St Peter’s Basilica: on rare occasions could be closed or inaccessible or with a long line wait time to enter. It is over our control, so no refunds or discounts will be issued.
**Admission included only for Private Tour option** The Colosseum is the main symbol of Rome. It is an imposing construction that, with almost 2,000 years of history, will bring you back in time to discover the way of life in the Roman Empire.
*** Included Guided Tour for Private Tour options*** The Vatican Museums are located within the city boundaries of the Vatican City. They display works from the immense collection amassed by popes throughout the centuries including several of the most renowned Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world. The museums contain roughly 70,000 works, of which 20,000 are on display. The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV. Today, it is the site of the papal conclave, the process by which a new pope is selected. The fame of the Sistine Chapel lies mainly in the frescos that decorate the interior, most particularly the Sistine Chapel ceiling and The Last Judgment by Michelangelo.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup and Dropoff: Civitavecchia Cruise Port, right outside your ship. • English-speaking Driver with a private vehicle will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized. • No need to take Bus Shuttle from ship since our permits allow us to enter in the Cruise Terminal.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Air-conditioned, fully insured and licensed legal vehicle with professional English-speaking Driver
- Pickup Cruise Port: Your Driver will be waiting for you right outside the ship, holding a sign with your name on to be easily recognized
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- In Rome Vans are better than Buses: Van = up to 8 seats, Bus = from 9 to 50 seats. Note that Buses are not allow in the historical areas of Rome (official ship excursions from Cruise Companies are operated with Buses). This mean that the Bus will drop you off and you will walk for the entire duration of the tour (6/7 hours) to the other side of town at the end of the tour to be picked up. Best Viator’s Rome excursions are with private Vans. Bus in Rome has only a small number of authorized spaces dedicated to pickup/dropoff travellers so, usually, during the city tour you had to walk for about 4/6 miles. In a big group chance are that you'll have to wait much longer for people lingering at the sights and stand in line longer for the toilets or at the snack counter. You will also have much less one on one time with your driver and guide or time to ask questions, because you'll have to share them with a lot more people.
- Vans and their drivers will be at your complete disposal for the entire duration of the tour and can take you and stop where Buses cannot go, very close to all attractions, you will walk definitely less and see more!
- Our fleet is comprised of Mercedes, Volkswagen, Ford, FCA, Sedans, MPVs and Vans. Many Italian cities have restricted the areas where certain vehicles can circulate, so in order to offer you the best service possible and to let you reach your destination as comfortably as possible, we will arrange your vehicle accordingly
- Above 8 passengers please make multiple bookings and we will provide the service either with multiple Vans/SUVs, according to our availability and local regulations. The multiple vehicles will make the tour together with the same stops. The Guests can switch as they prefer in the available vehicles
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- Option Private Tour: This is a private Tour. Only your group will participate and it can be modified and/or customized (if requested in writing during booking in the "Special Requirements" section)
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- PRIVATE - ALL INCLUSIVE Option includes: Driver and vehicle full time. Entrance fees where applicable. Dedicated Local Licensed private Tour Guide Full Time in Rome and Vatican. Lunch in a Typical Roman Restaurant
- PRIVATE - VATICAN GUIDE INCLUDED Option includes: Driver and vehicle full time .Entrance fees where applicable Dedicated Private licensed Vatican Tour Guide 2 hours /30 minutes . Lunch in a Typical Roman Restaurant
- LIGHT TOUR-NO GUIDE NO TICKETS Option includes: Driver, Full Time and Lunch in a Typical Roman Restaurant. Solution with a lower price. Not included Tickets, Tour Guide.
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- St Peter’s Basilica: could be closed or inaccessible WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE or with a long line waiting time to enter. It is over our control, so no refunds or discounts will be issued.
- One Infant seat available on request
- Each traveler must present a valid ID card or document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to attractions
Reviews(10)
We did A LOT in one day and our guide Francesco and driver made it an enjoyable experience. Everything was prearranged, driver always found places close to drop us off and pick us up, and Francesco had great information to share with us on each stop. Highly recommend.
Dear Kathleen, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad to hear that your day was both full and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back in the future! All the best, Drita
This private tour definitely deserved a 5++ rating. Giovanni (our driver) was magnificent at navigating the complex streets of Rome, providing interesting information and made us feel like VIP's. Our guide Marina maneuvered through the sites with ease while providing fascinating historical details about Rome, her home city. They both treated us like family. There were no difficulties with communication, they both spoke very good English. Lunch at the ristorante provided a delicious full authentic Italian meal. Overall, an astounding experience that is well worth the time and expense. Use of Viator provided a worry free day of sightseeing and we will definitely utilize their services again.
Dear William, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that your private tour exceeded expectations. It’s wonderful to know you felt like VIPs while exploring the beauty and history of Rome, and that the authentic Italian lunch added to the experience. Thank you for choosing our company—we're honored to have been part of your journey, and we look forward to helping you create more unforgettable memories in the future! Drita
My daughter and I had a fabulous experience with this tour! Our driver Giovanni was incredibly knowledgeable and got us into each of our reservations in perfect time. His vehicle was immaculate, comfortable, and cool. We so enjoyed our authentic Italian lunch with wine. In the Vatican, we were introduced to our walking guide,Sabrina, who brought rich history to life with depth and passion. She offered fascinating insights, giving us a new appreciation. She also helped us navigate through the crowds with ease, and used her guide pass to help us skip long lines. We recommend this tour to anyone looking for a meaningful, comfortable, and personalized experience in Rome and the Vatican.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so happy to hear that you and your daughter had such a memorable day exploring Rome and the Vatican with us. Giovanni always goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly, and it’s great to know you felt comfortable and well taken care of throughout the tour. It’s also wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your lunch and that Sabrina’s knowledge and enthusiasm made your Vatican visit even more special. Skipping the lines and navigating the crowds can make all the difference! We truly appreciate your recommendation and are so glad we could be part of your Roman adventure. Wishing you more amazing travels ahead—and we’d love to welcome you back anytime! All the best, Top Excursions Italy
My daughter and I had a fabulous experience with this tour! Best way to see Rome in a day. Giovanni was incredibly knowledgeable and got us into each of our reservations in perfect time. His vehicle was immaculate, comfortable, and cool. At the Vatican, we were introduced to our personal walking guide, who brought its rich history to life with depth and passion. She offered fascinating insights, giving us a new appreciation. She also helped us navigate through the crowds with ease, and used her guide pass to help us skip long lines. We recommend this tour to anyone looking for a meaningful, comfortable, and personalized experience in Rome and the Vatican.
Dear Vicki, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that you and your daughter had such a memorable day in Rome. Giovanni will be pleased to know that his punctuality, expertise, and comfortable vehicle helped make your tour special. We're also glad the Vatican guide made a strong impression with her engaging storytelling and helped you move easily through the crowds. It’s always our goal to create an experience that’s both enjoyable and meaningful. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again for more discoveries in the future! Drita
We had an excellent tour of Rome and saw everything we wanted to. Our driver, Nickoli, was amazing getting thru traffic. Our guide, Francisco, was extremely knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend this your which included th we Vatican, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. We did not go to the Colosseum since we had been there 6 mos prior
Ciao dear Donna, grazie mille for this beautiful review. And grazie mille for booking a tour with us! My best regards Drita
We had a wonderful day and got to see EVERYTHING on our list!! Our guide and our driver were most informative and we enjoyed every minute. They went out of their way to give Us the best experience possible!
Grazie mille Kelley, very kind, helpful review and it was beautiful to meet you! Thank you very much!!! Drita
Weeere picked up promptly at the dock. Our drivers and tour guides were great and managed us as a group well. My wife and I walk slower than the others and she a knowledged that fact without issue. We saw places in Tome and learned so much on our tour. It was worth ever penny. I would highly recommend a private tour when in Rome
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for your amazing review. Ciao, a presto!
Our tour was fabulous! Our driver and tour guides provided excellent service and navigated us through the crowds and through fast pass lines. We literally saw all of the highlight spots and had time to tour with full entrance passes. If you question whether the price is worth it….. it definitely is!!! We would never have gotten to see as much going on the normal cruise excursions. Lunch and wine was included, it was wonderful as well! We were traveling with an 11 month old and they were very accommodating. Highly recommend this company and tour!
Dear Rhonda, Grazie mille, we love satisfaction of our Guests. Thank you for this amazing and detailed review. See you soon in Italy. Best Regards Drita
Our tour guide and diver were spot on. Catered to our needs and limitations without hesitation. The only way to visit Rome. There is no possible way we would have seen everything in one day. It was worth $$ as we have also done larger group tours. Our guide was great. Highly recommend this excursion
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for your amazing review. We are really glad that you enjoyed the whole day in Rome. See you soon in Italy. Best Regards Drita
We were on a cruise but chose to take a more personal tour of Rome and are so glad that we did. Giovanni was an excellent guide. He picked us up right at the boat and took us all over Rome. He hit all the well-known sights and also many, many not as well known. We never felt rushed and we would spend as much time as needed in each spot. Our lunch at L'Angoletto Romano was amazing. Beautiful traditional restaurant with wonderfully prepared food. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to get a taste of Rome.
