Rome Explorer
Your itinerary
Start Location Visited Location
Plane End Location
Cruise Train
Over night Ferry
Day 1 Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Arrive Rome (7 Nights) Day 5 Delve into the enthralling culture and ancient heritage of the Eternal City of Rome, Rome – Vatican Experience exploring the city at leisure before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception at a traditional Pizzeria this evening. The morning is yours to continue your leisurely exploration of the glories of Rome, before venturing to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. This afternoon, Hotel - Cicerone 'Dive Into Culture' as you gain priority access to the Vatican Museums where a Local Specialist will take you on a guided tour. Admire Michelangelo's magnificent Included Meals - Welcome Reception frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded and discover the array of artefacts displayed at the Museo Gregoriano Profano, which was founded Day 2 in the Lateran Apostolic Palace at the behest of Gregory XVI Cappellari in 1844. Rome Market Visit – Cooking Experience You'll also enjoy an exclusive after-hours al fresco dinner against the spectacular and Ancient Rome Sightseeing backdrop of St. Peter's. Should there be adverse weather, a contingency is provided in a newly created dining space within the Cortile della Pigna. Jostle with the locals to get your pick of the best fruits and vegetables at a local food market this morning. Here you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and into Rome's vibrant Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal gourmet scene. Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and sample delicious specialities Day 6 in its neighbourhood bakeries, before taking part in a cooking course with a professional chef. Learn the art of making authentic pasta like only an Italian Rome At Leisure or Optional Experience mamma can and sample your successes afterwards. Your appetite appeased, to Pompeii venture to Ancient Rome with a Local Specialist to visit the impressive Colosseum and see the Circus Maximus where exhilarating chariot races were once hosted. Trace the footsteps of ancient philosophers, senators and emperors as you enjoy a free day to explore Rome. Your Travel Director will give you suggestions on how Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Lunch to spend your day. Alternatively, you may wish to take an Optional Experience to visit the remains of Pompeii, the victim of a devastating volcanic eruption. Day 3 Rome City Highlights Walking tour and Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Catacombs Visit Day 7 Set your watch to Italian time, enjoying a leisurely start to your day before joining Tivoli Villa d'Este Gardens Visit and a walking tour with a Local Specialist through Rome. Visit the Baroque-styled Roman Farewell Dinner Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, tossing a coin to secure your speedy return to Rome. Continue to the heart of Rome and visit the Pantheon, the best We travel to the historic hill-town of Tivoli today, joining our Local Specialist for a preserved Roman building in the city. Then, wander through the city streets and guided tour of the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage Italian gardens of Villa piazze, admiring the city's imposing monuments, including Bernini's Fountain of d'Este. This Roman retreat, with its spectacular fountains, pools and exquisite the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona. Spend time rubbing shoulders with the locals architectural elements, had an enormous influence on European landscape before leaving the city centre to visit the ancient catacombs with a Local Specialist design. This evening, we 'Dive Into Culture', joining our hosts who will prepare a who will reveal insights into the city's Christian history. delicious meal including local flavours for you to enjoy with your fellow travel companions. Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Day 4 Rome At Leisure Day 8 Depart Rome Spend the day discovering Rome on your own. Saunter past the sights or relax with a coffee and cornetti to soak up the city's authentic atmosphere. Make this After breakfast, say farewell to Rome and your newfound friends as you prepare free day in Rome count. Venture up Palatine Hill for spectacular views of Ancient to return home after a memorable sojourn in one of the world's greatest cities. Rome, shop along Via Veneto, or relax in the serene gardens of Villa Borghese. Transfers to Rome Fiumicino Airport are available. Conditions apply. Your Travel Director will be able to suggest activities such as museums, shopping Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast or sightseeing.
All optional experiences for this trip Book with your travel director when you travel AVAILABLE ON DAY 6
Discover Pompeii AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the
Roman Evening with Dinner perfectly preserved Roman town engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' eruption in Spend a light-hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time to catch a glimpse of Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. We then return to provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city. Rome, passing the formidable Abbey of Montecassino, one of the greatest shrines of Christendom and the site of an epic battle in 1944. Adult Price: €62.00* Adult Price: €100.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. Rome Explorer
Your itinerary
Start Location Visited Location
Plane End Location
Cruise Train
Over night Ferry
Day 1 Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Arrive Rome (7 Nights) Day 5 Delve into the enthralling culture and ancient heritage of the Eternal City of Rome, Rome – Vatican Experience exploring the city at leisure before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception at a traditional Pizzeria this evening. The morning is yours to continue your leisurely exploration of the glories of Rome, before venturing to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. This afternoon, Hotel - Cicerone 'Dive Into Culture' as you gain priority access to the Vatican Museums where a Local Specialist will take you on a guided tour. Admire Michelangelo's magnificent Included Meals - Welcome Reception frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded and discover the array of artefacts displayed at the Museo Gregoriano Profano, which was founded Day 2 in the Lateran Apostolic Palace at the behest of Gregory XVI Cappellari in 1844. Rome Market Visit – Cooking Experience You'll also enjoy an exclusive after-hours al fresco dinner against the spectacular and Ancient Rome Sightseeing backdrop of St. Peter's. Should there be adverse weather, a contingency is provided in a newly created dining space within the Cortile della Pigna. Jostle with the locals to get your pick of the best fruits and vegetables at a local food market this morning. Here you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and into Rome's vibrant Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal gourmet scene. Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and sample delicious specialities Day 6 in its neighbourhood bakeries, before taking part in a cooking course with a professional chef. Learn the art of making authentic pasta like only an Italian Rome At Leisure or Optional Experience mamma can and sample your successes afterwards. Your appetite appeased, to Pompeii venture to Ancient Rome with a Local Specialist to visit the impressive Colosseum and see the Circus Maximus where exhilarating chariot races were once hosted. Trace the footsteps of ancient philosophers, senators and emperors as you enjoy a free day to explore Rome. Your Travel Director will give you suggestions on how Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Lunch to spend your day. Alternatively, you may wish to take an Optional Experience to visit the remains of Pompeii, the victim of a devastating volcanic eruption. Day 3 Rome City Highlights Walking tour and Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast
Catacombs Visit Day 7 Set your watch to Italian time, enjoying a leisurely start to your day before joining Tivoli Villa d'Este Gardens Visit and a walking tour with a Local Specialist through Rome. Visit the Baroque-styled Roman Farewell Dinner Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, tossing a coin to secure your speedy return to Rome. Continue to the heart of Rome and visit the Pantheon, the best We travel to the historic hill-town of Tivoli today, joining our Local Specialist for a preserved Roman building in the city. Then, wander through the city streets and guided tour of the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage Italian gardens of Villa piazze, admiring the city's imposing monuments, including Bernini's Fountain of d'Este. This Roman retreat, with its spectacular fountains, pools and exquisite the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona. Spend time rubbing shoulders with the locals architectural elements, had an enormous influence on European landscape before leaving the city centre to visit the ancient catacombs with a Local Specialist design. This evening, we 'Dive Into Culture', joining our hosts who will prepare a who will reveal insights into the city's Christian history. delicious meal including local flavours for you to enjoy with your fellow travel companions. Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner Day 4 Rome At Leisure Day 8 Depart Rome Spend the day discovering Rome on your own. Saunter past the sights or relax with a coffee and cornetti to soak up the city's authentic atmosphere. Make this After breakfast, say farewell to Rome and your newfound friends as you prepare free day in Rome count. Venture up Palatine Hill for spectacular views of Ancient to return home after a memorable sojourn in one of the world's greatest cities. Rome, shop along Via Veneto, or relax in the serene gardens of Villa Borghese. Transfers to Rome Fiumicino Airport are available. Conditions apply. Your Travel Director will be able to suggest activities such as museums, shopping Included Meals - Buffet Breakfast or sightseeing.
All optional experiences for this trip Book with your travel director when you travel AVAILABLE ON DAY 6
Discover Pompeii AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Join our Local Specialist on a tour of the excavations of Pompeii, the
Roman Evening with Dinner perfectly preserved Roman town engulfed by Mount Vesuvius' eruption in Spend a light-hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical AD 79. This is an opportunity to go back in time to catch a glimpse of Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and everyday Roman life, frozen for almost 2,000 years. We then return to provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city. Rome, passing the formidable Abbey of Montecassino, one of the greatest shrines of Christendom and the site of an epic battle in 1944. Adult Price: €62.00* Adult Price: €100.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.