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VIP Extra - Private Vatican Tour with Panoramic Terrace Breakfast
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $1,021 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- DE, RU, PT, KO
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Lights Tours
Description
Enjoy a comfortable pick-up service to a beautiful terrace, where you will start your day with a traditional Italian breakfast overlooking St. Peter’s Basilica. Here, you will meet your expert guide, who will accompany you throughout the experience. After breakfast, your guide will escort you to the Vatican Museums, allowing you to discover their extraordinary collections in a relaxed and engaging way. Your private guide will lead you through the highlights of the Vatican Museums, starting from the Pio Clementino Museum, followed by the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Maps, the Raphael Rooms, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. If full names are not provided at least 72 hours before the tour, access to St. Peter’s Basilica cannot be guaranteed. This policy also applies to any bookings made within 72 hours of the tour date. PLEASE NOTE: due to occasional religious events, St. Peter’s Basilica may close without prior notice.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 1+)
- $1,021
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Enjoy an Italian breakfast with an spectacular rooftop view of St. Peter's Basilica. The direct frontal alignment and elevated terrace perspective causes the dome to appear significantly closer, creating a striking optical illusion.
Vatican Museums
Enter the Vatican Museums as soon as they open for a quieter, more intimate experience of the papal collections.
Museo Pio Clementino
Discover classical masterpieces, including ancient Roman and Greek sculptures displayed in the elegant Octagonal Courtyard.
Walk through grand marble halls adorned with monumental candelabra and exquisite Roman copies of Greek originals.
Admire vibrant Flemish tapestries whose intricate details and perspective effects seem to follow you as you pass.
Explore a spectacular corridor lined with 16th-century topographical maps of Italy, painted in rich color and detail.
Stanze di Raffaello
Step into the Renaissance brilliance of Raphael’s frescoes, including the famed School of Athens.
Sistine Chapel
Experience Michelangelo’s breathtaking ceiling and Last Judgment in one of the world’s most revered artistic sanctuaries.
St. Peter's Basilica
Conclude inside the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica, home to Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin — a powerful finale to your VIP Vatican journey.
What's included
Included
Hotel Pick-Up
Headsets to Hear the Guide Clearly
Private Tour
Professional Guide
Breakfast with Terrace view of St. Peter's Basilica
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
10 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
VIP Extra - Private Vatican Tour with Panoramic Terrace Breakfast lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $1,021 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. 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, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 7:00 AM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, PT, KO, CMN, EN, IT, FR, NL, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by City Lights Tours.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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