Civitavecchia to Rome City: Private Tour of Rome Highlights
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We will give you an unforgettable experience in Rome taking you to the most beautiful places in a completely private tour! Our drivers have years of experience on the field which make them the most professional English speaking knowledgeable about Rome, therefore although they are not guides, you will get the feeling as they were, as they will always be ready to answer all your doubts and take special care of you at all times! In addition, it’s also good to highlight we are always open to customize our tour according to your preferences; we know for sure this is an added value you will appreciate for your Rome shore excursion that will make this experience a very special one with us!
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Itinerary
Your fabulous Charming VIP Ancient Rome Shore excursion will begin as your English Speaking Driver picks you up you up from your cruise at the Civitavecchia Port and chauffeurs you to Rome city Center. In an elegant and comfortable Mercedes Benz Vehicle you will be chauffeured to the first stop of your tour: Colosseum and Roman Forum! Admire the glorious Flavian Amphitheatre, one of the capital's most remarkable monuments. During the Roman Empire the Roman Colosseum allowed more than 50,000 people to enjoy its finest spectacles. The exhibitions of exotic animals, executions of prisoners, recreations of battles and gladiator fights kept the Roman people entertained for years.
Move on with the tour and reach Circus Maximus, the largest stadium in Ancient Rome, built for chariot races. Imagine to be taking part of one of the Circus Maximus chariot races competitions in which participants tried to complete seven laps of the Circus Maximus. The competitors, mounted in small chariots drawn by horses, gambled much more than their prestige or large prizes in the races, since many of them were slaves fighting for their liberty.
The Palatine Hill is one of the Seven Hills of Rome and it is one of the most ancient parts of the city as it stands right above the Roman Forum and upon the Circus Maximus.
You will then visit the Aventine Hill and enjoy the Secret Keyhole view. The keyhole vista lines up perfectly with the garden, centered on the St. Peter’s Cupola in the distance. The doorway in question leads to the Priory of the Knights of Malta, the legendary crusader knights!
Of course once that you will have visited the Circus Maximus, you cannot miss the chance to admire the Campidoglio (Capitoline Hill)! It is inevitable that you will be charmed by the stunning panoramas of the Roman Forum from there.
Our next stop will be Venezia Square, where is placed the Altare della Patria! This national Monument is dedicated to Vittorio Emanuele II and was inaugurated in 1911 as a tribute to the first king of Italy after the country's unification.
The lovely Pantheon is the following attraction to visit. Located in Piazza della Rotonda, it was first built as a temple to roman gods, nowadays is considered as the best conserved Ancient Roman monument, and what’s more interesting is that nobody is sure about its age. Get impressed by its famous hole in the roof, that on summer days gives a beautiful spectacle inside.
Afterwards we will go to Trevi Fountain, where you can partake in the coin-throwing tradition!
As a true VIP guests you then will be chauffeured to the most glamorous location of Rome; Spanish Steps! You will have the chance to climb the splendid Spanish Steps and have a remarkable view of the Piazza di Spagna.
While being chauffeured to Vatican, enjoy the views of the Castel Sant'Angelo is a fortress located on the right bank of the Tiber, a short distance from the Vatican City.
The Vatican will take your breath away as you the first thing you will see is one of the world’s most famous squares: Saint Peter’s Square! Here, as an additional, you will have the option to visit the Vatican Museums, which holds art masterpieces amassed by Popes through history, then you could also visit the astonishing Sistine Chapel, with its famous ceiling decorated by Michelangelo and finally get inside of the St. Peter’s Basilica, words are not enough to describe the beauty of this church!
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(139)
Great driver. He knows his way around Rome. He arrived early and got us to our tour stops on time. He was informative and had a great attitude. It was a pleasure to have him as a driver.
Alex Paolini has been the best driver. He communicated with us early which gave me piece of mind to know he was coming to the port to meet our cruise ship and even arrived early so we could beat some of the traffic to Rome. He is so knowledgeable and seriously knows all the tricks to get us around to the best spots in Rome with little waiting or traffic. I couldn’t believe how much much we saw in a short period of time. We also had an amazing tour of the Vatican museum and Sistine Chapel with Eleonora. Our kids are 7 and 10 and she did a great job keeping the kids engaged and we learned so much. Highly recommend d.
Giulia, quickly answered our email inquiries concerning the itinerary. Paolo, our private tour driver, was knowledgeable in the history of Rome and knew his way around the city very well. Paolo, dropped us off very near the attractions we and there was little walking on our part.
Alex Paolini was our driver and he was absolutely AMAZING!!! He went well above and beyond taking care of our family including my mother in a wheelchair. He was very knowledgeable about all of Rome and even walked around the Colosseum to help us. He is the best!
We had the absolute best of the best driver/guide Peter! From booking everyone was highly communicative. They were able to arrange tickets for the coliseum and build our tour around it. Peter was incredible! He anticipated all our needs. His car and driving were impeccable. He was able to get us in and out of sites with the best tips and proximity. He took us to a wonderful restaurant off the beaten path to enjoy authentic Roman cuisine! Even with all our stops we even had time to enjoy the best gelato we have ever had! His expertise and knowledge made this visit from the port top notch! We will be back again and plan to request Peter every time!
We had a trip with Alex Paolini as our guide and he was great! He accommodated the needs of our family with young children and was very flexible-just what we needed touring Rome on a hot summer day!
Our family had the absolute pleasure of spending the day in Rome with our private driver and guide, Paolo, and it was truly one of the highlights of our entire European vacation. From the moment he greeted us at the cruise port, Paolo made us feel genuinely welcome. He was warm, personable, and immediately put us at ease. Throughout the day, he shared fascinating stories about Rome’s history, architecture, and culture, turning every drive between destinations into an engaging learning experience. His knowledge is incredible, and his passion for his city is evident in everything he does. What impressed us most was how much we were able to see in a single day without ever feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Paolo planned the day perfectly, allowing us time to explore each location while keeping everything running smoothly. We experienced so much more than we ever imagined possible. By lunchtime, we had enjoyed his company so much that we invited him to join us, and we’re so glad we did. The conversation continued over lunch, and it felt less like spending the day with a tour guide and more like spending it with a friend who genuinely wanted us to experience the very best of Rome. Our children absolutely adored him. In fact, when the day ended, they jokingly asked if we could bring Paolo back onto our cruise ship so he could join us at our next port! Even after returning home, they’re still talking about him and everything he taught us. Paolo didn’t just show us Rome, he made us appreciate it in a way we’ll never forget. If you’re considering a private tour, we cannot recommend Paolo highly enough. His professionalism, warmth, knowledge, and ability to create such a memorable experience are truly exceptional. We would book another tour with him without hesitation, and we’ll be recommending him to everyone we know.
Our tour guide/driver for the day was great. Friendly and a wealth of information. She drove just my family of 3 and we were able to fit in so much content during our day!
We had a large group of eight, four adults and four children between the ages of 6 and 9. We had a phenomenal experience with our driver Alex Paolini. He hosted us in Rome and took care of us as if we were family. He coordinated all of the logistics of our day, even purchasing ad hoc tickets for the trevi fountain which was not in our original plan. He was always very clear in his communications and remained calm and patient despite the outside chaos of our day. He upgraded our tour with additional sight seeing, and he also made a lunch reservation for us! We had such a smooth, memorable time in Rome because of Alex! He is exceptional, and so much more than a driver. He was definitely our tour guide. He tracked our cruise ship arrival and was well aware of delays that occurred outside our control. We highly recommend this tour and our driver/guide Alex!!!!!
Alex Paolini was our driver and host for our day trip to Rome. He took care of us upon meeting him at the dock, and gave us great advice and care to get us as close as possible to the sites and back, as it was very hot. He made sure we were comfortable and had lunch planned as our last stop—thoughtfully planned out to ensure we could see all the sights before anyone—specifically kids—could get too tired. Our two families really appreciated all the thoughtful care he put into hosting us today. Thanks so much Alex!
