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Activities & Excursions Guide ROME ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS GUIDE ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS OVERVIEW Your Monograms package is designed in a way that enables you to personalize your trip. Beyond our included sightseeing, we’ve built in lots of free time (assisted by your friendly Local Host, of course), to explore your interests and passions as you’d like. To help, Monograms has assembled this collection based on customer feedback and experiences. Some are Monograms exclusive, others we’ve selected from tried-and-true partners. All are reviewed and selected by Monograms to ensure high quality at a great value. If you’ve already pre-purchased your Activities & Excursions, you’re on your way! Your Local Host will be able to answer any questions you may have about those excursions, including timing and location. | OVERVIEW If you haven’t already purchased them, don’t worry—we’re here to help. Just see your Local Host to find out which activities can fit better your vacation. Your Local Host will have details on availability, seasonality, days of operation, and timing. Note that in some cases, availability and operations may be limited. ¤ = less than 50 ¤ ¤¤ = between 50 and 150 ¤ ¤¤¤ = between 151 and 300 ¤ ¤¤¤¤ = more than 300 ¤ YOUR LOCAL HOST SUGGESTS There are few things better than a local who knows the landscape like no one else. That’s why Monograms Local Hosts are your best resource for where to go, what to do, and what to see on your Rome vacation—what they love most about Rome. These optional excursions are selected to show you the famous historic sights, out-of-the-way places, favorite cuisine, and cultural spots only a local would know. Monograms Local Hosts share their favorite features of Rome for extraordinary experiences—with local insider information that allows you to choose optional excursions that speak to you. THE MAGIC OF ROME INCLUDING THE CATACOMBS Explore Rome’s secret underground world on this guided tour into the vast labyrinth of catacombs with their ancient tombs and burial chambers. Approximately 3 1/2 hours ¤¤ | YOUR LOCAL HOST SUGGESTS UNFORGETTABLE CASTEL GANDOLFO WITH HIGHLIGHTS OF ROME COOKING CLASS AT THE This guided tour has it all: bustling POPE’S FARM piazzas, the incredible Pantheon, Learn to cook some of Italy’s most lively Navona Square, and beautiful divine dishes at this unique cooking Trevi Fountain, where legend says class at Castel Gandolfo, the pope’s tossing a coin will ensure your exquisite summer retreat. return to Rome. Approximately 8 hours Approximately 3 1/2 hours ¤¤ ¤¤ PRIVATE ¤¤¤¤/party E-BIKE TOUR: ANCIENT TASTE OF TESTACCIO APPIAN WAY, CATACOMBS FOOD TOUR AND AQUEDUCTS PARK Discover Cucina Romana—real Explore the wonders of the ancient Roman cuisine—on this yummy Appian Way, catacombs, and foodie walking tour through the Aqueducts Park on this fantastic Testaccio district! 6-hour guided eBike tour. Approximately 4 hours Approximately 6 hours ¤¤ ¤¤ LOCAL EXPERIENCES Whether you want to focus on really getting to know Rome…or would like to go just a little farther afield to explore that nearby castle, winery, or important historic village, Monograms makes it easy with optional excursions to fit every age, interest, and sightseeing style. Hop aboard the train to ancient Ostia, visit the “dying town” of Civita di Bagnoregio, discover the charms of Umbria at the Alviano Natural Reserve, or concentrate your time right in the Eternal City. With an expert guide leading the way, your day trip will be both enriching and satisfying. | LOCAL EXPERIENCES SKIP THE LINE POMPEII ANCIENT WONDERS DISCOVERY AND AMALFI OF ROME COAST DRIVE See Rome’s most impressive This exceptional full-day excursion ancient wonders on this introduces you to some of Italy’s impressive small-group discovery most fantastic treasures as that includes the Jewish Ghetto, you explore the archaeological Teatro di Marcello, Appian Way, excavations at Pompeii, drive along aqueducts, Baths of Caracalla, the spectacular Amalfi Coast, and Circus Maximus, and more! spend free time in pretty Positano! Approximately 3 1/2 hours Approximately 13 hours ¤¤ ¤¤¤ MASTERPIECES OF ROME FULL-DAY / HALF-DAY VILLA BORGHESE PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR Discover the secrets and stories Explore Rome the way you want on behind the Borghese Gallery’s a private guided sightseeing tour. stunning artwork and paradise-like Just decide what you want to see gardens on this exciting guided tour. and do with your expert guide—the choice is yours! Approximately 2 1/2 hours ¤¤ Approximately 8 hours ¤¤¤¤/party Approximately 4 hours ¤¤¤/party FOOD & DRINK If nightlife shows you a city’s pulse, then food reveals its soul. By diving into the local cuisine, you’ll discover a lot about Rome’s history, influences, culture, and traditions. Discover the Eternal City’s most authentic dishes and wines at popular trattorias, osterias, and ristorantes. Learn to create Italian specialties yourself at a chef-led cooking class. Hit Trastevere and other local neighborhoods to sample Rome’s finest street foods. And it’s not just about what the locals eat…it’s about how and where. With a Monograms Food & Drink excursion, you get to savor the very best of Rome! TRASTEVERE FOR FOODIES TESTACCIO SUPPER STROLL With cobblestone lanes and quaint Join your expert guide for a walking artisan shops, Trastevere is a foodie tour and delicious progressive feast paradise. With an expert guide, eat through Testaccio that’s perfect for your way through this atmospheric anyone looking to try something area, sampling a variety of tasty beyond pizza and pasta. Roman street food. Approximately 3 1/2 hours Approximately 3 hours ¤¤ ¤¤ | FOOD & DRINK PASTA AND TIRAMISÙ PRIVATE PIZZA MAKING COOKING EXPERIENCE EXPRESS Learn to cook pasta and tiramisù Become an Italian pizzaiolo at this like a real Italian grandmother at interactive private cooking lesson— this interactive cooking class in a perfect for anyone with a passion 17th-century palazzo! for food and fun! Approximately 3 hours Approximately 2 hours ¤¤ ¤¤¤¤/party PIZZA-MAKING AND GELATO GELATO AND ITALIAN Create pizza and gelato from BISCOTTI-MAKING scratch at this interactive cooking Learn to prepare authentic Italian class in a 17th-century palazzo! sweet treats from a real Italian chef at this fun and interactive cooking Approximately 3 hours class that’s perfect for kids and ¤¤ adults alike! Approximately 2 hours ¤¤ FOOD & DRINK COOKING CLASS WITH PRIVATE ROMAN PASTAS MARKET VISIT EXPERIENCE From market to mouth, learn to The Eternal City has gifted the shop for, create, and savor the world with four of its most delicious classic Italian meal at this fun and pastas. Learn to make them like an interactive cooking class. expert at this fun and interactive private cooking lesson! Approximately 5 hours ¤¤ Approximately 2 hours PRIVATE ¤¤¤¤/party ¤¤¤¤/party PRIVATE PIZZA AND ROMAN ROMAN JEWISH PRIVATE ANTIPASTI COOKING CLASS Create custom pizza and Learn to prepare bold and antipasti from scratch at this mouthwatering Roman-Jewish interactive cooking class in a cuisine from a real Jewish chef 17th-century palazzo! during this fun, interactive private cooking lesson! Approximately 3 hours ¤¤¤¤/party Approximately 3 hours ¤¤¤¤/party | FOOD & DRINK ITALIAN CHEF FOR A DAY: ITALIAN CHEF FOR A DAY: PARMIGIANA, GNOCCHI AND TRADITIONAL SUNDAY LUNCH PANNA COTTA Italy, food, and family—three things Under the instruction of your chef, that go hand in hand (in hand). While slice and dice your way to the perfect food is always a vital part of Italian Parmigiana. Then, try your hand at culture, on Sundays, a long lunch with gnocchi-making, and whip up a tantalizing family and friends is a true event. panna cotta custard for dessert! Approximately 5 hours Approximately 4 hours ¤¤ ¤¤ GOURMET DINNER EXPERIENCE AND WINE PAIRING Bask in the hypnotic atmosphere of the Eternal City as you savor a 4-course gourmet dinner with wine at an elegant bistro. Approximately 2 1/2 hours ¤¤ ACTIVE If you’d rather be pedaling your way through a city than standing or watching, then a Monograms Active excursion just might pique your interest. Why not bike around Castel Gandolfo, Orvieto, or through Rome’s city center like a local? Our selection of fun get-up-and-go tours are perfect for travelers who thrive on discoveries centered on physical activity. CITY CENTER E-BIKE TOUR This exciting guided e-bike tour has it all—ancient monuments, elegant shopping streets, art masterpieces, and lesser-known places that give the city its unique atmosphere! Approximately 4 hours ¤ | ACTIVE SURPRISES OF ROME ROME BY E-BIKE WITH BY E-BIKE TRATTORIA LUNCH Hop on the saddle of an eBike and Hop on an eBike and explore the explore the treasures of Rome on treasures of Rome on this full- this half-day guided adventure. day guided bike adventure with a Your guide will introduce you traditional Italian lunch! to the charming back alleys and Approximately 7 hours lesser-known quarters that are ¤¤ secret to many. Approximately 4 hours ¤ E-BIKE TOUR: ANCIENT PRIVATE E-BIKE EXCURSION APPIAN WAY AND CASTEL Pedal your way through the GANDOLFO LAKE Eternal City with an expert guide Ride a mountain bike through and see what interests you most a breathtaking scenery on this on this unforgettable half-day incredible full-day guided bike tour private bike tour. around and outside of Rome. Approximately 4 hours Approximately 9 hours ¤¤¤/party ¤¤ NIGHT LIFE When the sun sets on the city, the hard-working Romans come out to play—and few things reveal the true pulse of a place like its nightlife! From gourmet dinners and classical music concerts to food and wine pairings, you can’t go wrong when you take a seat, order a glass, and say ciao to that friendly face sitting next to you! A Monograms night in the town is just the ticket! | NIGHT LIFE CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT: CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT: ENCHANTING OPERA ARIAS LA TRAVIATA Discover the spirit of “bel canto” Step into one of Rome’s most (beautiful song) at this enchanting beautiful historical theatres for an evening featuring internationally unforgettable evening featuring renowned musicians and vocalists world-class musicians and performing some of the world’s most vocalists performing Verdi’s classic famous operatic works.
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