VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers
Private Transportation
Pick up & Drop off at the your ship
Skip-the-line tickets
Professional Guides
Duration
about 7 hours + 1h lunch break
Activity level
moderate
Kids pay half price!
Sights Included in our VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers
– Raphael Rooms
– Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Square
– Arena Access (if tickets are available)
– Second Floor
– Trevi Fountain
– Spanish Steps
Description of our VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers
Do you have just one day to visit Rome while on your cruise?
Our VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers has been designed just for you.
See Rome in one day and get back on your ship in time for dinner!
Why Choose our VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers?
Maximize Your Time: Designed for cruise passengers, this tour ensures you see the best of Rome without worrying about missing your ship.
Private & Personalized: Enjoy a private guide and driver, allowing for a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests.
Skip-the-Line Access: Save time with priority entrance to top attractions, including the Colosseum and Vatican Museums.
Expert Local Guides: Learn from knowledgeable guides who bring Rome’s history and culture to life.
Comfort & Convenience: Hassle-free pick-up and drop-off at Civitavecchia Port with a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
A driver will be waiting for you at the port of Rome (Civitavecchia). He’ll carry a sign with your name, so you can recognize him easily.
After a short journey (about 1 hour), you will reach the city center of Rome, where you’ll meet your private guide.
1. City Center walk
Your VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers will start in the historic city center.
The sprawling center of the Eternal City can feel like a labyrinth, but there’s no need to worry about getting lost in the maze of cobbled alleys.
Your professional guide will welcome you with a smile and lead you on a journey through the treasures of Rome.
- Spanish Steps
Your tour begins at the stunning Spanish Steps, one of the most picturesque spots in Rome.
This elegant staircase connects Piazza di Spagna with the Trinità dei Monti church and has long been a gathering place for artists, poets, and travelers.
Your guide will share the history of this famous landmark and its role in Rome’s cultural scene.
- Trevi Fountain
Next, you’ll visit the world-famous Trevi Fountain, a masterpiece of Baroque art and one of the most celebrated fountains in the world.
Your guide will highlight the beauty of this iconic monument, explaining the engineering marvel of the Aqua Virgo aqueduct that has supplied Rome with fresh water for over 2,000 years.
Marvel at the intricate sculptures and the powerful flow of water that makes this fountain a true spectacle.
- Pantheon
The last stop of your discovery walk is the Pantheon. This is one of the most remarkable places in Rome and the best-preserved Roman building in the world.
Once a Roman temple, the Pantheon is now a Catholic church and a burial site for some of the most important figures in Italian history, such as Raphael and King Victor Emmanuel.
Why was it built, and when exactly? You’ll learn about the remarkable ancient Roman building techniques and the challenges the architects faced when lifting the gigantic granite columns of the facade.
You’ll also marvel at the impressive dome, which was the biggest in the world for about 1,200 years and is still the largest in Rome.
2. The Colosseum
Your VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers will continue with a tour of the most famous sight in Rome – the Colosseum.
You’ll have skip-the-line tickets, so you can enter as quickly as possible (though you might still have a short wait due to security checks).
As you explore the Colosseum, your private guide will tell you all about this gargantuan amphitheater, built by Emperor Vespasian almost 2,000 years ago.
What was it used for, and for how long? Who were the gladiators, and what were their lives like?
Ask as many questions as you want – that’s the advantage of a private tour!
After your Colosseum tour, you’ll probably have worked up an appetite.
Rome is not only famous for its historical buildings but also for its fantastic traditional cuisine. That’s why this tour includes a one-hour lunch break.
Your guide will happily recommend an authentic local restaurant where you can try some of the most popular Roman pasta dishes, such as Amatriciana, Carbonara, or Cacio e Pepe.
Once you’ve had a rest and refueled, you’ll be ready to continue your exploration of Rome in the afternoon.
3. The Vatican Museum
The next stop of your VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers is the Vatican Museum.
This is one of the most remarkable museums in the world, and it’s a masterpiece of architecture in itself.
Once the palace of the popes, this building has been open to the public since the 18th century.
Ever since, visitors have flocked to the Vatican from across the world to admire the countless masterpieces displayed in palatial rooms and grand galleries.
The Vatican Museum is a Renaissance triumph, designed and decorated by some of the most important artists of all time, such as Michelangelo, Raphael, Bramante, and many others.
After walking through the famous Pinecone Courtyard and the Galleries (Candelabra, Tapestries, and Maps), you’ll visit the Raphael Rooms.
- Raphael Rooms
Before reaching the Sistine Chapel, you will visit the Raphael Rooms, a suite of four rooms painted by Raphael and his students.
These frescoes are among the most important works of the Renaissance, showcasing Raphael’s artistic genius.
Your guide will bring to life the stories behind masterpieces like The School of Athens, a tribute to philosophy and classical wisdom.
- Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel is the most famous chapel in the world.
It was first decorated by important Renaissance artists from the late 15th century, such as Perugino, Botticelli, and Ghirlandaio.
But it truly became a Renaissance icon after the addition of Michelangelo’s masterpieces – the ceiling frescoes and the “Last Judgment” on the altar wall.
Your guide will point out the details of these extraordinary artworks and tell you the story of the tormented genius who created them.
4. St. Peter’s Square
Your VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers will end in St. Peter’s Square, the epitome of Baroque architecture, built right where St. Peter was crucified upside down.
From the square, your guide will take you back to the car so you can reach your ship in plenty of time.
If you only have one day in Rome, why waste it with a standard group tour? Take advantage of our VIP service and book our Private Rome Tour.
Rome was not built in a day, but we can show you the best of it in just a few hours.
The Vatican management might decide to close the Sistine Chapel or any other part of the museum without giving notice to anyone. It rarely happens, but it could happen. We’ll do our best to integrate what you will eventually not see with something else equally interesting.
The order of the sights may change for logistical reasons.
Book your VIP Rome Private Tour for Cruise Passengers today and experience the best of the Eternal City in just one unforgettable day!
- You MUST bring an ID, a passport or a driver's license to enter the sites.
- Your knees and shoulders must be covered to enter the Vatican and the Pantheon
- This is the price for groups from one to six people. If you have more people in your group, please let us know and we'll create a customized price.
- Pick up at the port will be done only if your ship docks in CIVITAVECCHIA. If your ship is docking elsewhere, please let us know and we'll create a customized itinerary for you.
199 € per additional adult
75 € per additional kid under 18
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