7 Days / 6 Nights
Discover the secrets and delights of Rome with your private expert guide and stay at one of our handpicked luxury accommodations. Plus venture out to Pompeii and Tuscany to make the most of your week in Rome.
Visit the highlights of the archaeological center of Imperial Rome: the 2000-year-old Colosseum, the majestic Roman Forums and one of the seven Roman hills - the Palatine Hill.
Embark on a five-minute drive to another country—Vatican City, and tour the Vatican Museums with its impressive collection of art and the marvelous Sistine Chapel. Enter the fascinating St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom and see Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy.
Chauffeured by your private driver, travel to Pompeii, the famous ancient Roman city tragically destroyed after the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD and explore the preserved ruins.
Top your stay in Rome with full day excursion to the Tuscan countryside and experience the best towns in the Val D'Orcia area: Montepulciano, Pienza and Montalcino.
Itinerary
Arrive in Rome at Fiumicino Airport. Your private driver will bring you to your Rome hotel. Settle in and get ready - tomorrow begins your Roman Adventure in Italy!
Explore the most important sights of Ancient Rome - the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with skip the line access.
Afternoon and evening at leisure. Want to see more of Rome? Check out our other Day Tours in Rome and feel free to add them to your itinerary. We suggest seeing the incredible Borghese Gallery (not included in the package price).
A private excursion to the ancient village of Tivoli to see its main attractions including Villa D'Este, a masterpiece of the Italian Garden and one of the UNESCO world heritage sites. With its impressive concentration of fountains, nymphs, grottoes, plays of water, and music, it constitutes a great example of the European gardens in the mannerist and baroque styles.
Enjoy the day at your leisure. Explore Rome on your own, or feel free to add one of our Day Tours in Rome to this itinerary (not included in the package price).
Transfer from Rome to Pompeii (appx. 2.5 hrs). Pompeii is the famous ancient Roman city tragically destroyed after the eruption of the Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Almost 2,000 years later, you have the opportunity to explore the preserved ruins of this famous disaster. Your guide will show you fascinating places such as The Forum, Thermal Baths, Lupanare and Vetti's House with its beautiful frescos. At the end of the tour transfer back to Rome.
Take a morning tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and St. Peter's Square.
Afternoon and evening at leisure. Want to see more of Rome? Check out our other Day Tours in Rome and feel free to add them to your itinerary. We suggest taking our Rome by Night tour (not included in the package price).
Your Italy Vacation has come to an end as you transfer from your hotel to the Rome Airport and head back home.
Inclusions
- 6 nights in a 5-star hotel in Rome
- Round trip airport transfers
- Private Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour
- Private Pompeii guided excursion
- Private excursion to Tuscany with English-speaking driver
- Private Vatican Museums Tour
- All transportation during the excursions
- Breakfast daily at hotel
Hotel Info
Grand Hotel Palace ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Experience luxury at The Grand Hotel Palace, 5 star boutique located in the heart of Rome city center on the Via Veneto with dazzling rooftop views, elegant interiors and an abundance of historic charm. Example of Belle Époque luxury on the glamorous street of Via Veneto, it was designed by legendary architect Marcello Piacentini in 1927 and beautifully restored by award-winning architect, Italo Rota in 2010 to blend timeless Italian design with 21st century modernity. Marble floors, grand Murano crystal chandeliers and stunning frescoes by Venetian artist Guido Cadorin embody the true essence of La Dolce Vita.
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Hotel Eitch Borromini ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Hotel Eitch Borromini suites are located in the 'Collegio Innocenziano' wing of Palazzo Pamphili designed by infamous Francesco Borromini. This historic mansion dates back to the seventeenth century and is located in one of the most beautiful squares of Rome.
Each room has a view overlooking the cloister or alleyways around, while some overlook Piazza Navona. The Terrazza Borromini restaurant offers the most prestigious views overlooking Piazza Navona. For a special treat, visit the La Grande Bellezza Rooftop for stunning 360 degree views of the ancient city that sweeps from the dome of the Pantheon to St. Peter.
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Optional Tour Add-Ons
Duration: 4 hours
City: Rome
Peel back the layers of history as you discover imperial and early Christian Rome via the Eternal city’s underground burial chambers, its long winding catacombs and its crypts. This tour provides an exclusive viewing of The Cappuccini Crypt (chapel decorated entirely by human bones), Domitilla or San Callisto Catacombs (ancient Christian burial ground) and the Church of San Clemente (built over an ancient fourth century church built over an even older Roman house containing Christian artifacts and a pagan temple with ruins reaching 57 feet deep).
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
City: Rome
Explore the oldest quarters of Rome on this immersive walking tour. Stroll through the historic Jewish Ghetto and experience a slice of ancient Roman life. Visit the vibrant neighborhood of Trastevere and the insightful Jewish Museum, gaining a deeper understanding of Rome's rich cultural tapestry.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
City: Rome
This walking tour visits the most important sights of Rome. This tour is a great option for short stays in Rome, or for first timer's to get acclimated and plan the rest of their trip.
Here are just some of the sights you will see: Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona and more!
Dress Code: The Pantheon's STRICT dress code requires knees and shoulders to be covered on both men and women.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
Duration: 4 hrs
City: Rome
Through the centuries the itinerary of pilgrims, beside St. Peter's Basilica, has always covered the other three Papal Basilicas with their special Holy Doors and their incredible artistic beauty: Basilica of St. Paul's outside the walls, Basilica of St. John's in Lateran and Holy Stairs and Basilica of St. Mary the Major. Pilgrims of the past were reaching all these churches on foot, up and down the hills of Rome, walking and praying. You will follow their 600 years old path with your private driver and guide.
Exact time will be provided in final documents. Pick up at your hotel.
Duration: 2.5 hours, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
City: Rome
Hop on a golf cart and let your lively guide whisk you through Rome's hidden treasures! Explore small alleys, vibrant squares, and famous Baroque churches adorned with masterpieces by Italy's greatest artists. Your English-speaking guide will spill the beans on Rome's iconic monuments like the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. But here's the twist – uncover the secret corners most tourists miss!
As the sun sets, witness Rome's enchanting transformation with beautifully illuminated fountains, squares, and ancient wonders. Marvel at the Emperor Trajan's column, ancient Egyptian obelisks, and Roman temples. Cruise through lively squares like Piazza Navona, Piazza Venezia, Campo de Fiori, and the Spanish Steps, soaking in the vibrant Roman nightlife. Zoom past the imposing Capitoline Hill, a masterpiece redesigned by Michelangelo, and glide through the Imperial Roman Forums.
Brace yourself for the grand finale – a mesmerizing ride beneath the colossal Colosseum. Discover Rome's magic by night on this unforgettable golf cart adventure!
Exact time will be provided in final documents. If you are staying at a centrally located hotel, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby. Otherwise, a meeting point will be arranged.
