Civitavecchia Full-Day Rome Highlights With Tour Leader

After disembarking your ship, take the Port Shuttle to the tour central meeting point. Your Tour Escort will be waiting for you. Shuttles run frequently from all cruise ships
Our drive to Rome will be about an hour on an air-conditioned coach, on arrival you will enjoy a guided walk where sights include the majestic Basilica of St Peter – you will have 90 minutes to enjoy the various sights or you can enter the Basilica (purchase tickets locally 22 EUR). We then re-join our coach to view more fantastic locations. We take a break at the Trevi fountain where you can enjoy a lunch or snack. We leave Rome around 4.00/4.40 to ensure a timely arrival back into Civitavecchia around 5.15/5.30

Piazza Navona is a vibrant Baroque square in the heart of Rome, known for its stunning architecture and lively atmosphere. The square is built on the site of an ancient Roman stadium and is famous for its three impressive fountains, particularly the Fountain of the Four Rivers by Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Surrounded by elegant buildings, cafes, and churches, including the beautiful Church of Sant'Agnese in Agone, Piazza Navona is a popular gathering place for both locals and tourists, offering a blend of history, art, and culture in a picturesque setting.

Learn about the tradition of throwing a coin in the fountain.

St. Peter's Square, located in Vatican City, is a grand open space in front of St. Peter's Basilica. Designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the 17th century, it features a vast oval plaza surrounded by a colonnade of 284 columns, symbolizing the embrace of the Catholic Church. At the center stands an ancient Egyptian obelisk, with fountains on either side. The square is a focal point for religious gatherings, including papal addresses, and offers a majestic view of St. Peter's Basilica, making it one of the most famous and visited public spaces in the world.

The Pantheon, located in Rome, is an ancient Roman temple renowned for its remarkable architecture. Its exterior features a large circular portico with 16 towering Corinthian columns, leading to a grand entrance. The structure's iconic domed roof, with its central oculus, is a masterpiece of engineering. Originally built in 27 BC and later rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian around 118-125 AD, the Pantheon is a testament to Roman ingenuity. Today, it serves as a church and a major historical landmark, attracting visitors with its timeless beauty and impressive scale.

We will drive by Vatican city, with your guide sharing fascinating insights , whilst pointing out notable landmarks.