Best of Rome Chauffeured Sightseeing and Undergrounds Catacombs Guided Tour
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Rome, Italy
6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
Enjoy a special daily sightseeing Tour of the Roman's historical center chauffeured by your personal driver, admiring the main sites in the city and many unique Eternal City treasures.
Be amazed by the most breathtaking view of Rome, from the terrace of Janiculum Hill. Continue your experience with an in-depth excursion in one of the most exciting places in Rome, the Catacombs on the Ancient Appian Way. You'll descend into a complex network of underground tunnels, among the longest in the world, where you can admire ancient frescoes, crypts, mausoleums, and much more. You'll also find the burial of famous people like popes, martyrs, and, according to legends, even some apostles. The catacombs that we'll visit (San Calisto, San Sebastiano, or Santa Domitilla) will change depending on the day.
Between the first and the second part of this tour, you'll have a 1-hour break before starting again your tour.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle or minivan
- Private City Center Sightseeing Tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guide Service only inside the Catacombs
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Private Tour into The Catacombs
- Guide service during the transportation and the panoramic tour
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
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Pickup details
Hotels, B&b, apartment, vacation rentals in the city center only.If out of the city center, pick up rate to be arranged on request!
What To Expect
Spanish Steps
Admire the beauty of the Spanish Square, one of the most famous squares in Rome. Located in the heart of the roman's historic City center, the square hosts fascinating and incredible masterpieces.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trevi Fountain
Take a stop to admire the Trevi Fountain, that is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world, even appeared in several iconic movies like "La Dolce Vita" and "Roman Holiday",the great decorating sculptures of this baroque masterpiece, creating a magical and romantic atmosphere.Belonging to the fountain is the legend whereby throwing a coin in the fountain you will ensure your return in Rome.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Square
Take a look at one of the most important squares in Rome admiring form the external side the greatness of the Vatican. In the middle of the square rises an elegant ancient Egyptian obelisk flanked by two granite fountains, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Carlo Maderno designed, all surrounded by a massive Doric colonnades.Located directly in front of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City, is enriched by an ancient Egyptian obelisk, erected at the current site in 1586. Gian Lorenzo Bernini designed the square almost 100 years later, including the massive Doric colonnades,[1][2] four columns deep, which embrace visitors in "the maternal arms of Mother Church". A granite fountain constructed by Bernini in 1675 matches another fountain designed by Carlo Maderno in 1613.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Via Veneto (Pass By)
Be amazed by the lights of the multiple bridges on the River Tiber and travel down the elegant Via Veneto of “La Dolce Vita” fame and its paparazzi memories.
Terrazza del Gianicolo
Enjoy the breathtaking views of Rome from the terrace of Gianicolo, one of the best locations in the town for a scenic view of central Rome with its domes and bell towers. While enjoying one of the most incredible and breathtaking panoramic views of the sparkling Eternal City raise a toast to celebrate this magical moment before being carried to our office in Via Della Polveriera 8, where the first part of your tour ends.
Take a short lunch break (lunch is not included) and then come back to our office where the second part of your tour starts.
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Appia Antica Archaeological Park
After your lunch break, get ready to start again! Starting, with a small group, from our travel agency, near the Colosseum, you will be comfortably transported on an air-conditioned vehicle, in one of the most interesting and visited places in Rome, the "catacombs" on the Via Appia Antica.
Walk along the majestic Aurelian Walls and come to the archaeological area of the Via Appia Antica, immersed in the green Roman countryside, you will descend into the ancient world of the Catacombs, a complex network of underground tunnels among the longest in the world, which occupies an area of about fifteen hectares, consisting of about 60 kilometers of tunnels on several levels. The catacombs that we will visit (San Calisto, San Sebastiano or Santa Domitilla), for your tour will change depending on the day, but from where we go, you will have the opportunity to see ancient frescoes, crypts rich in inscriptions carved in the walls, niches with still remains of skeletons, small mausoleums, sarcophagi, tombs and small chapels that still today, after about 2000 years, are still used to celebrate religious rites.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not accessible for travelers with mobility difficulties or
- We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicate in advance to our staff.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- You must exchange your voucher at the meeting point to join the tour
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Panoramic tour by car with private Driver but without a Guide
- IN ORDER TO BEST SERVE YOU, MAKE SURE TO POINT US OUT THE EXACT LOCATION WHERE YOU WISH TO BE PICKED UP!
- Please bring your passport or ID card
- Transpostation will be lead by a professional dirver (not a guide)
- Small group tour (max 25 people) for the Catacombs Tour
- The catacomb temperature is about 60°F and the moisture content is high; please dress appropriately
- No one can visit the catacombs on their own, nor stray from their group along the route, nor cross the gates that delimit the paths open to the public
- It is forbidden to touch the exhibits along the visit path
- It is forbidden to remove any object and/or material
- No photos allowed inside the Catacombs
- Food and drink are not allowed inside the Catacombs
- Pets are not allowed
- There is no refund on reservation fees and tickets of monuments that are closed due to event that is out of our control.
- If this is not possible, we will operate the tour and will include other sites to compensate for the site/s being closed. No refund is given on unused tickets due to events that are out of our control. We try and do our best to avoid operating the tour when this occurs and if the information from the office responsible of the sites visited is given in a timely manner for us to rearrange and inform all clients.
- All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
- The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Rome Chauffeured Sightseeing and Undergrounds Catacombs Guided Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-153188P43
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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What is the cancellation policy for the Best of Rome Chauffeured Sightseeing and Undergrounds Catacombs Guided Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle or minivan.
- Private City Center Sightseeing Tour.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Guide Service only inside the Catacombs.
The following is NOT included:
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Private Tour into The Catacombs.
- Guide service during the transportation and the panoramic tour.
Q:
What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Best of Rome Chauffeured Sightseeing and Undergrounds Catacombs Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not accessible for travelers with mobility difficulties or
- We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicate in advance to our staff.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best of Rome Chauffeured Sightseeing and Undergrounds Catacombs Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned private vehicle or minivan
- Private City Center Sightseeing Tour
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Guide Service only inside the Catacombs
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Private Tour into The Catacombs
- Guide service during the transportation and the panoramic tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not accessible for travelers with mobility difficulties or
- We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicate in advance to our staff.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- You must exchange your voucher at the meeting point to join the tour
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Panoramic tour by car with private Driver but without a Guide
- IN ORDER TO BEST SERVE YOU, MAKE SURE TO POINT US OUT THE EXACT LOCATION WHERE YOU WISH TO BE PICKED UP!
- Please bring your passport or ID card
- Transpostation will be lead by a professional dirver (not a guide)
- small group tour (max 25 people) for the Catacombs Tour
- The catacomb temperature is about 60°F and the moisture content is high; please dress appropriately
- No one can visit the catacombs on their own, nor stray from their group along the route, nor cross the gates that delimit the paths open to the public
- It is forbidden to touch the exhibits along the visit path
- It is forbidden to remove any object and/or material
- No photos allowed inside the Catacombs
- Food and drink are not allowed inside the Catacombs
- Pets are not allowed
- There is no refund on reservation fees and tickets of monuments that are closed due to event that is out of our control.
- If this is not possible, we will operate the tour and will include other sites to compensate for the site/s being closed. No refund is given on unused tickets due to events that are out of our control. We try and do our best to avoid operating the tour when this occurs and if the information from the office responsible of the sites visited is given in a timely manner for us to rearrange and inform all clients.
- All the refund requests must be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
- The itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions (ice, rain, or high temperatures) or other events beyond the travel agency's control.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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