About This Tour
Embark on an exclusive adventure at the Vatican with your expert guide, skipping the lines to dive into the Vatican Museums' magnificent art collection. Marvel at ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and the iconic Sistine Chapel. Your guide will bring Michelangelo's genius to life, dispelling myths and unveiling fascinating facts. Enjoy free time to explore the Vatican Museums or take advantage of fast-track entry to St. Peter’s Basilica for a self-guided tour. After lunch, independently make your way to the iconic Colosseum. With exclusive entrance, step through the Gladiator's Gate onto the Arena floor where history's fiercest battles unfolded. Your guide will vividly recount the infamous gladiator games as you stand on the arena floor and peer down into the intricate underground tunnels. Delve into ancient Rome at the Roman Forum uncovering the legendary roots of Rome and tales of emperors and gods.
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Meeting Point
Remember, this is a two part tour. Meeting point 1: 7:45 AM at Via Sebastiano Veniero 19 Meeting point 2: 3:15pm (1:15 November - March) Arch of Constantine in Piazza del Colosseo. There will be a representative holding an ItaliaTours sign to greet you. ID is required
Special Instructions
Thank you for booking with ItaliaTours! **2-PART TOUR** MORNING MEETING POINT: Via Sebastiano Veniero 19 Please arrive at 7:45 AM in Via Sebastiano Veniero 19, just a few steps away from the Vatican Museums entrance. The meeting point is inside our lounge (ItaliaPass-ItaliaTours). Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29 AFTERNOON MEETING POINT: Meet 15 minutes before the start of the tour at the arch of Constantine, which is situated next to the Colosseum in Piazza del Colosseo. There will be a representative holding an ItaliaTours sign to greet you. No refunds will be given for late arrivals or failure to show. An official form of ID will be required to enter the Colosseum. Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ubcMRLUFYzz8Piyy5. CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: Excessive crowding is to be expected at the Colosseum and Roman Forum during peak season, especially on days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, often leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. LARGE BAGS / WEAPONS/ LUGGAGE will not be allowed inside the monuments. There is no baggage storage area at the Colosseum. Need Help? Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 833-482-5421 Email: info@italiatours.com
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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