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Take a small group walking tour (maximum 25 people) of Ancient Rome’s major sights and skip the queues for the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Perfect for first-time visitors, this guided morning tour is the ideal introduction to Ancient Rome, leaving you with the afternoon free to explore Rome at your leisure. Several major sites are covered in just three hours, and you’ll receive enlightening insights into Rome’s millennia of history as you stroll, without wasting time waiting in line.

• Soak up the atmosphere on a walking tour
• Led by a local guide
• Skip the line – No queuing
• All entrance fees included
• Great overview and orientation of the city
• Conducted in English

Your tour begins atop the Colle Oppio with a panoramic view of the Colosseum, Rome’s most recognizable landmark. Next, you will skip the long lines and gain special access to the Colosseum. Once inside, your expert official guide will take you through the bloody past of the amphitheater as you listen to tales of gladiators, mock sea-battles and executions.

After a brief rest at the Arch of Constantine, you will arrive at the Palatine Hill, the most famous of the seven hills of Rome. From here you can admire the views of the Roman Forum and Nero’s Circus Maximus where chariot races were held. Romulus and Remus were said to have been found on the Palatine Hill by the she-wolf who nursed and raised them. Legend also holds that Romulus went on to found Rome.

The last stop on your tour is a walk along the Via Sacra or ‘Sacred Way’, the main path through the Roman Forum that was used for triumphal processions. The tour ends at the temple which houses the altar where Julius Caesar was cremated. Visitors from around the world still leave flowers and candles at this site to this day.

Schedule

Departure Dates: Daily
Departure Point: Tour departs near the Colosseum.
Return Details: Concludes at the Roman Forum.

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We had an amazing time. Our guide brought the whole experience to life for us. We learnt so much that we would never have known if we had just gone round on our own.
Reviewed by: Christopher B, United Kingdom, May 2009

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Take a small group walking tour of the Vatican Museums and St Peter’s Basilica, and jump the queue by booking ahead. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 20 people on this small group walking tour, ensuring you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide. And by booking ahead, you won’t waste any time waiting in line!

• Informative, friendly and professional guide
• Choice of morning or afternoon departure
• Multiple departure times and locations available
• Skip the line – No queuing
• All entrance fees included
• Small group tour
• Champagne breakfast included
• Conducted in English

Your knowledgeable guide will escort you into the Vatican Museums to explore the world’s most extensive collection of art. Brilliantly decorated and lined with masterpieces, the museums are brimming with treasures and history. Your guide will lead you through the 2000 rooms that stretch over almost nine miles, and share the stories and secrets contained within the Vatican’s walls.

Highlights of the museums are Michelangelo’s famous Creation of Adam fresco in the Sistine Chapel and Raphael’s Rooms. After taking in the Vatican Museums, you will encounter another of Michelangelo’s masterpieces, La Pieta, in St Peter’s Basilica. For a fascinating finish to your small group guided walking tour, stop to admire magnificent St Peter’s Square, as your guide points out Bernini’s ingenious use of optical illusion.

Do you want to skip the line AND the crowds too?
Upgrade to the 8:10am tour and not only will you skip the long lines (which can last up to two hours!) to enter the Vatican Museums but gain access as soon as the doors open – before the general public step foot inside! Tours are arranged exclusively for our guests and groups never exceed 8 people in total. No upgrades available on Wednesday.

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Schedule
Departure Dates: Daily, except Sunday

Departure Time:

• 9:30am or 2:30pm STANDARD (maximum 20 people)
• 8:10am UPGRADE (maximum 8 people)

Departure Point: Tour departs near the Vatican Museums entrance.
Return Details: Concludes at St. Peter’s Basilica.

Additional Information

Inclusions:

• Small group walking tour
• Entrance fees
• Professional guide
• Guaranteed to skip the long lines
• Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Exclusions:

• Gratuities (optional)
• Hotel pickup and drop off
• Food and drinks, unless specified

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 4 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 24 hours, subject to availability.

By pre-booking this ticket it enables you to skip the long lines (which can take up to two hours!) to enter the Vatican Museums. Please note, all visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security.

Tours departing Wednesday. There is the possibility that you will be unable to include St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square. This is due to the weekly Papal Audience during which access to St. Peter’s Basilica could be closed. As an alternative you will be offered an extended itinerary within the Vatican Museums, which still includes the Sistine Chapel and Raphael’s Rooms. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. If you would prefer a ticket with St. Peter’s Basilica and Square guaranteed to be included, please DO NOT select Wednesday as your travel date.

We are unable to accommodate other entrance times. Entrance is strictly limited so you must arrive early. Anyone who arrives late cannot be accommodated

Do you cater to wheelchair users? Do you or the Vatican provide wheelchairs? This tour is NOT wheelchair accessible. For your information, Vatican Museums provide wheelchairs free of charge in the main lobby. You can easily pick one up after entrance, before starting your own independent visit. If you are looking for a guided tour with wheelchair access, we recommend booking our private tours so a guide can lead you through the alternate routes.

Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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