Shore Excursion Rome Highlights, Vatican, Sistine Chapel with a Private Driver
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $898 / person
- Location
- Lake Bracciano, Italy
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Private Tours of Rome
Description
Enjoy a tour of Rome and the Vatican Museums in style. A luxury car/minivan will pick you up at the port, and be at your disposal for the entire day. With Vatican Museums skip-the-line tickets, you will avoid the long lines and maximize your limited time in the Eternal City. This 6-hour private sightseeing tour will bring you to the most fascinating sites in Rome, and the Vatican. You’ll have your own personal driver who will take you exactly where you want to go. The most popular areas of the city with the most history and charm will be on the itinerary, including St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, Roman Forum, the Pantheon, and wherever you’d like to go.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 7:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 17+)
- $898
- Child (ages 6–16)
- $90
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- $56
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,594.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Piazza Venezia
Piazza Venezia
Circo Massimo
Circus Maximus
Complex of the Victorian Ala Brasini
Discover Piazza Venezia with its famous white marble monument, Il Vittoriana, built in 1885 as a commemoration to King Victor Emmanuel II and lovingly called “The Wedding Cake” by the local population.
Pantheon
Proceed to the Government District to see the Parliament Building, the Palace of the Council of Ministers and the Column of Marcus Aurelius. Close by is the Temple of Hadrian which was constructed in his honor by the Emperor Antoninus Pius. A walk through some of Rome’s little alleyways brings you to the Pantheon where the Renaissance painter and architect Raphael is buried.
Trevi Fountain
The tour then wends its way to the Trevi Fountain, the backdrop to many a movie scene, including Fellini’s famous La Dolce Vita. If you wish to come back to Rome, follow legend and throw a coin in the fountain!
Spanish Steps
Explore one of the most famous Square in the world.
Vatican Museums
For the final visit of the day you cross the Tiber to the Vatican. Here you have a tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel where you will see Michelangelo’s famous ceiling frescoes as well works by other Renaissance artists including Raphael.
Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel, the home of Michelangelo's famous fresco, “The Last Judgment,” is next. The Sistine Chapel is also the venue for papal elections, and is one of the most popular attractions in Italy. Your tour guide will explain the stories from the Bible, including the creation of Adam, and how it relates to the frescoes.
St. Peter's Basilica
After the Sistine Chapel you enter St. Peter’s Basilica and the day finishes in St. Peter’s Square to see the Pope’s apartment and Bernini’s wonderful statues that surround the square.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Skip the Line tickets for the Vatican & Sistine Chapel
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up and drop off from Civitavecchia port
Not included
Colosseum Tickets
Pickup Locations & Times
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How it compares in Lake Bracciano
- Starting price $898 is 75% above the typical $512 for tours of similar length in Lake Bracciano
Excurgo comparison of 473 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope Francis and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during you Vatican tour: the Sistine chapel and/or the Basilica of Saint Peter might not be accessible. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.
- At the moment the Basilica is not accessible from the Vatican Museums because of the Jubilee
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Shore Excursion Rome Highlights, Vatican, Sistine Chapel with a Private Driver lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $898 per person for this Lake Bracciano experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $1,594. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–16 pay from $90, adults from $898.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please leave your ship name
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope Francis and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during you Vatican tour: the Sistine chapel and/or the Basilica of Saint Peter might not be accessible. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums. At the moment the Basilica is not accessible from the Vatican Museums because of the Jubilee
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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