Ancient Rome and The Vatican CityDay 2, Majestic Europe

Join a Local Specialist to delve into the centre of Christianity - the Vatican City. Visit St. Peter's Basilica, then cross the Tiber for views of the Roman Forum and Circus Maximus, once home to exhilarating chariot races. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city's history and culture that span almost two millennia. Admire the Spanish Steps, shop up a storm on the Via del Corso or toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your speedy return to Rome. Enjoy an afternoon of sightseeing on your terms.

Accommodation

Barceló Aran Mantegna Rome

VISIT ST. PETER'S BASILICA

Visit Vatican City and tour St. Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.

ROME CITY TOUR

Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.

Included With Trip

INSIDE THE VATICAN & ROMAN FORUM

We skip the lines at the Vatican Museums for a tour with our Local Specialist that shows not just remarkable works of art collected and commissioned over the history of the Papacy, but also Michelangelo’s extraordinary ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Later, we will walk in the footsteps of Julius Caesar and hear fascinating tales of the might of the Roman Empire on a guided visit through the ancient streets of the Roman Forum.

PIAZZAS AND FOUNTAINS

Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City.

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Ancient Rome and The Vatican City is located in Day 2, Majestic Europe. Accommodation rating is the operators own rating and may not be the official rating. Hotel details correct at 09/11/2023