Private Guided Tour of the Vatican and Colosseum with VIP Underground

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What you'll do

 

Today you will enjoy a full day exploring the two most iconic venues in Rome. Your day will start as you meet your guide outside the Vatican Museums, you will skip the line to enter this palatial building and with your private guide you’ll embark on a captivating 4 hour tour. The Vatican museums are packed with awe inspiring works of art, each piece telling a story of the history and culture of the Roman Empire and the Catholic church through the centuries. You will visit the Gallery of Candelabra, Gallery of Tapestries, Gallery of Maps. You will marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, admire Raphael’s Rooms, then explore St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, You will witness centuries of art and history in this sacred and awe-inspiring journey through the heart of Catholicism.

You will then be collected by private limousine and transferred to the centre of Rome for your tour of the Colosseum.

Note there will be very little free time between arriving in the city centre and the start of your VIP Colosseum tour, so it is advisable to bring a snack and  a drink with you.

In the afternoon you will take a private guided tour of the Colosseum with VIP Underground, Roman Forums and view of the Palatine Hill and of the Capitol Hill.

Gain exclusive access to the Colosseum’s restricted areas, descending into the depths of the amphitheatre’s atmospheric underground. After fully exploring the depths of Rome’s most iconic monument, your guide will take you over to the Roman Forum to be regaled with tales from Rome’s gripping past. Rome is a city scattered with ancient ruins and history, and today the insight of your expert guide will really bring the ancient city to life as you learn about the Popes, the emperors, and dynasties which played their part in the fascinating history of  the Roman Empire and you will learn the significance of landmarks such as the Arch of Constantine, Palatine Hill, and Capitoline Hill and many more.

 

 

 

 

Your local host

Carlotta

We have over 20 years of experience guiding travellers through Italy, offering unique services to our clients. To show off the wonders of Italy, we offer specially designed guided tours with expert licensed guides. We can also arrange accommodations and transfers. Whether you are on your first or fifth visit to Italy, we are on hand to help make the most of your trip. With our experiences, uncover Italy’s treasures in a truly unique way. Fall under Italy’s intoxicating spell of refined art, food, culture and la Dolce Vita lifestyle. Welcome to a secret Italy.

All of our guides are licensed professionals with degrees in Italian art, history, culture, archaeology and more. Passionate travellers and wonderful teachers, our guides... Read All

We have over 20 years of experience guiding travellers through Italy, offering unique services to our clients. To show off the wonders of Italy, we offer specially designed guided tours with expert licensed guides. We can also arrange accommodations and transfers. Whether you are on your first or fifth visit to Italy, we are on hand to help make the most of your trip. With our experiences, uncover Italy’s treasures in a truly unique way. Fall under Italy’s intoxicating spell of refined art, food, culture and la Dolce Vita lifestyle. Welcome to a secret Italy.

All of our guides are licensed professionals with degrees in Italian art, history, culture, archaeology and more. Passionate travellers and wonderful teachers, our guides are the perfect companions for adults who want to explore the wonders of Italy. They are dedicated to ensuring that your time in Italy is as memorable as possible. All of our guides are fluent in English and we offer an array of other language guides, including Spanish, French, Portuguese and Russian.

We have also cultivated an excellent network of foodies, artisans, and specialists throughout Italy so you have special access to the best Italy has to offer.

Location

Your tour will start at the Vatican Museums entrance. Please make your way there to arrive at 07:45 to meet your guide for a start time of 08:00.

After your amazing visit to this stunning venue you will be collected for your transfer to the Colosseum, where you will enjoy an immersion into the history of the Roman Empire and the development of the city of Rome including VIP entrance to the underground Colosseum where you can envisage the lives of the Roman gladiators and slaves who fought and died here.

Your tour will end at approximately 17:00.

FAQs

Is any special clothing required for these venues?

Shoulders and knees must be covered when visiting the Vatican Museums and St Peter's Basilica.

Do I need to take my passport to enter the Vatican?

Yes, ID must be shown at the entrance of the Museums.

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