7-Hour Rome and Vatican City Tour with Colosseum and Catacombs

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the historic Catacombs of Rome
• 02 Discover one of the world's most significant art collections at the Vatican Museums
• 03 Admire Trajan's Column on Piazza Venezia
• 04 Marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
• 05 Enjoy panoramic views from Palatine Hill, one of the legendary 7 hills of Rome

Enjoy a comprehensive full-day tour of Rome and Vatican City, taking in the ruins of the imperial city, Baroque fountains, and Renaissance squares. Travel comfortably in a Mercedes-Benz minivan with a knowledgeable driver and a private licensed tour guide as you visit major landmarks including the Colosseum, the Catacombs of Rome, and Vatican City. Discover one of the world's greatest art collections at the Vatican Museums, marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, and admire St. Peter's Basilica and Square. The tour is tailored to your preferences for a flexible and enriching experience.

Travel in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz minivan and witness the highlights of the Roman Republic, including the vast arena of the Colosseum, where tickets have been reserved in advance.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Rome, Vatican City

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Rome and Vatican City Highlights

• Travel in a comfortable Mercedes-Benz minivan and witness the highlights of the Roman Republic, including the vast arena of the Colosseum, where tickets have been reserved in advance.
• Visit the triumphal Arch of Constantine, and imagine the great chariot races of ancient times at the Circus Maximus.
• Enjoy panoramic views from Palatine Hill, one of the legendary 7 hills of Rome.
• Explore the historic Catacombs of Rome with a tour guide included.
• Travel along the historic Appian Way, and admire Trajan's Column on Piazza Venezia.
• Enjoy a typical Roman lunch at a popular trattoria at your own expense.
• Head to Vatican City to discover one of the world's greatest art collections at the Vatican Museums. Marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
• Take in imposing views of the wide expanse of St. Peter's Square.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Luxury Mercedes minivan with a knowledgeable driver

• Skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums

• Private licensed tour guide for visits to the Colosseum and the Vatican Museums

What's Not Included

• Catacombs tickets will be provided on the day of the tour. No lines.

• Cost of lunch

• Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Celio, 00184 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Tour start

Celio, 00184 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.