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Luxury Private Full-Day Rome Tour from Civitavecchia Port

4.5(335)Vatican City1 hour
VIATOR4.6(309)TRIPADVISOR4.3(26)

Description

Immerse yourself in the magical city of Rome on a fully customizable 8-hour Private shore excursion of Rome with no waiting in line from Civitavecchia port (Rome's cruise port). An English speaking driver will pick you up just outside your cruise ship in a luxury vehicle and whisk you off to explore the Eternal City. Enjoy Rome’s incredible 2500 year history at your own pace, including the Colosseum, Vatican , Pantheon and more. You can finalize the itinerary with your driver on the day of the tour. Our drivers are highly knowledgeable about the local area and can provide valuable tips and suggestions based on your chosen route. Take this opportunity to try delicious Roman street food (not included in price) and other "must see" spots of Rome, such as the Colosseum where you can marvel at its intricate underground passageways. We are on your schedule, not ours! The tour can end any time you like,and we also guarantee you won’t miss your cruise

Tour Options

Private from Civitavecchia
  • 9 Hours Rome tour hassle free port pickup and drop off by Luxury Sedan Mercedes or Chrysler with English speaking driver. Pickup included

Itinerary

15 min

Your friendly English speaking driver will be waiting for you just outside your cruise ship exit holding a sign with your name written on it

Admission included60 min

At the arrival your english speaking driver, will provide you extensive information about the history and tips of the site,

30 min

It’s the world’s largest Basilica of Christianity, nested into the heart of the Vatican city

Pass by

Once a mausoleum, then a fortress, Castel Sant’Angelo towers over the Tiber, guarding centuries of history, mystery, and power.

Admission not included30 min

Experience the majesty of the Colosseum, the iconic symbol of Ancient Rome, as you admire its breathtaking architecture and relive the echoes of gladiator battles. This external visit will immerse you in its fascinating history and grandeur. Entry tickets are available only upon request and at an additional cost.

30 min

There's so much to take in,and next we'll visit the colorful Piazza di Spagna and its world famous Spanish Steps,where you can stop and soak the full flavor of Roman life.

20 min

Rome’s most iconic fountain is a wonder to behold. Standing 26 meters tall, 49 meters wide and intricately decorated in the Baroque style, the Trevi Fountain is an unmissable sight in the city. Built on top of an ancient water source.

20 min

Stroll through the stunning Piazza Navona, a masterpiece of Baroque elegance and one of Rome’s most vibrant squares. Admire the breathtaking Fountain of the Four Rivers, designed by the genius of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, along with the square’s historic palaces and lively atmosphere. A place where art, history, and culture come to life in the heart of the Eternal City.

30 min

Originally occupied by marshes, the Forum area was reclaimed by one of the first urban works of ancient Rome: the Cloaca Maxima, a large water drainage system, so in the end there was nothing left but a pond, the lacus Curtius

10 min

is a triumphal arch in Rome, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. It was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312

10 min

Enjoy a marvelous view of the most famous steps worldwide.

Highlights

Private transportation
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Port pick-up and drop-off
Private English-speaking driver
Rome self-guided audio tour(available in Italian, German, Spanish, English, French, Russian,Chinese)

What's included

Included
Private transportation
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Port pick-up and drop-off
Private English-speaking driver
Rome self-guided audio tour(available in Italian, German, Spanish, English, French, Russian,Chinese)
Not included
Tour guide
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Skip the Line tickets to the main Rome attractions (Colosseum and Vatican)

Pickup Locations & Times

Hotel pick-up and drop-off provide upon request. Please provide your preferred pick up time. We usually suggest around 8:00 am anyway you can customize it at your choice.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • We recommend informing us in advance of any wheelchair users or mobility issues.

Reviews(335)

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Ron_R
June 28, 2026
Rome Highlights

We spent a day in Rome before our cruise. This tour was a great way to see the highlights of the city when you have limited time. Our tour guide, Tiziana, and driver, Alberto, were the best. They went way above and beyond to make our day enjoyable. Our family has several food allergies and they found a place where we could all eat safely. Great day!! Well worth the money!!

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Jaime_T
June 22, 2026
Rome adventure

Great way to travel through Rome if you are only there for one day. Alessandro was kind and courteous and was willing to make changes to make our itinerary suited to our needs.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in Rome and that the itinerary was tailored to your needs. Our goal is always to provide a flexible and enjoyable experience for our guests. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again in the future!

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javier_m
June 13, 2026
The tour guide was great....

The tour guide was great. Trying to see Rome in a day is extremely difficult and everything is crowded. My suggestion would be to pick a couple of stops and stick to that.

Operator response

Thank you for the lovely review and for the kind words about our driver. Rome is the Eternal City and is always full – especially during peak season, which is something beyond our control. We hope to welcome you back soon.

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Kris_A
June 10, 2026
Private tour to Rome from cruise terminal

Our driver was very nice and knew his way around the city to point out the main sites, but he didn’t speak English very well, only a few phrases/words, and the tour description said the guide would speak English. So it basically ended up being more of a taxi ride since there was a communication barrier. It was disappointing bc had he been able to speak English I’m sure we would have heard some interesting facts, history and maybe current events about Rome. We only had one day to see Rome bc we were on a cruise so this was why we picked a private guided tour, hoping to get more out of a tour like this, not less. I recommend you verify with your provider that they can speak fluent English if you want to book this experience.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback – we really appreciate it. We are sorry the experience did not fully meet your expectations. Our tour includes an English-speaking driver rather than a tour guide – our drivers are happy to share tips, recommendations and some stories about the city, but in-depth historical commentary is not part of the service. We also include downloadable audio guides, which we send to all our guests the day before the tour, specifically to provide historical facts and information about Rome's main attractions – we hope these can enhance the experience for those who would like to learn more during their visit. We hope to welcome you back to Rome again someday. Giorgia Cruising Rome

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Sarah_S
June 9, 2026
Awesome day in Rome!

We had the best day touring Rome with Titziana (apologies if misspelled.) She was so sweet, knowledgeable, and you could tell she genuinely wanted us to have a great experience. She was an absolute professional getting us to places we wanted to see, helping us skip lines so that we didn't miss our Colosseum time, and keeping us one schedule. The driver was great, too! He knew exactly where to park and how to get us as close as possible to the places we wanted to go. I would 100% recommend this tour! It is a great way to get the most "bang for your buck" with only one day to explore. Our group of 10 people had zero complaints!

Operator response

Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you and your group had such a great day in Rome. Tiziana will be so happy to read your kind words – she truly puts her heart into every tour. We will also pass on your compliments to the driver. We hope to welcome you all back to Rome someday.

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Richard_K
June 4, 2026
A full day of seeing the sights of Rome with time to spare

We booked two back to back 7 day cruises and hoped to use the day in port to check out Rome. We booked this tour hoping to see a couple of the main sights/sites in the city. Giorgio was outstanding as a driver and guide. He was waiting for us with a sign when we exited the ship a few minutes early and whisked us off to Rome. He explained the day of our tour there was to be a large military parade in Rome which would impact some main streets in the city and effectively close the Colosseum after 10AM so he suggested we start there before 10. We visited the outside and took some pictures but due to time constraints we passed on taking a full tour in favor of allowing Giorgio to show us more of the city. He had expert knowledge of the city and was able to use backstreets etc. to avoid traffic snarls. He showed us to the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, St. Peter’s Square and Vatican City before driving us to the top of a hill in central Rome overlooking the city. There was also a beautiful 500 year old fountain dedicated to Pope Paul V there that was worth a picture. My wife mentioned being disappointed there was no outlet mall for here to go shopping in Rome but Giorgio volunteered to drive us about 25Km south of the city to the largest outlet mall In Italy where my wife was happy to spend a couple of hours shopping while I sampled a couple of locally produced beers. Giorgio patiently waited for us and drove us back to the port/ship with over an hour to spare ahead of our “all aboard” time. We crammed more into a single day of sightseeing/shopping than what most could accomplish is 2-3 days. Overall, a great way to spend a day getting acquainted with Rome.

Operator response

Thank you for this wonderful review. It was a pleasure to read how George managed to turn what could have been a challenging day – with the military parade and street closures – into such a full and memorable experience. That is exactly the kind of flexibility and local knowledge we pride ourselves on. We will make sure to pass on your kind words to him. We hope to welcome you both back to Rome on your next cruise.

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Robert_M
June 3, 2026
Friendly and...

Friendly and knowledgeable driver. Only downside was I coordinated with the tour company 6 weeks prior to tour to see something outside of the normal tour and my wife mentioned it to the driver early on, but due to language barrier and lack of communication from the company to the driver it didn’t happen.

Operator response

Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that our driver made the day enjoyable. Regarding the special request, we always encourage our guests to reach out to us directly during the tour if something is not going as planned – we are always available and happy to step in to make sure everything runs smoothly. We hope to welcome you back to Rome.

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Anjali_H
June 2, 2026
Excellent tour

I booked this tour for 11 people on a recent trip. It was hands down the best tour I booked during our entire cruise. Our guide, Tiziana, ensured everything was seamless from meeting us at the port and continuing with the tour in Rome. The temperature in Rome was very hot and it was so convenient to have a private air conditioned van. Tiziana was incredible. She and Alberto (driver) were receptive to changes and updating our tour as needed to accommodate extra time spent at specific stops. She also recommended a restaurant for us to celebrate a milestone birthday and arranged for reservations. My family was absolutely thrilled with this experience and I would happily book this tour again (with a request for the same tour guide!)

Operator response

Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We are really happy to hear the tour exceeded your expectations and that Tiziana and Alberto made the day so special for your group. It was a pleasure to be part of your celebration and we will make sure to pass on your kind words to them both. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Rome soon.

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Garry_W
May 31, 2026
Great tour, I wish we...

Great tour, I wish we didn’t do the Vatican as it was a lot of walking and a ton of people and just too crowded to be fun. We even had a guided tour and the skip the line. The tour and driver was great, we loved the coliseum and Rome.

Operator response

Thank you for your review and for the kind words about the tour, the driver and the Colosseum. Regarding the Vatican Museums, we always book tickets on request only, as every group has different preferences. The Museums are among the most visited in the world, and unfortunately the crowds are something beyond our control. We hope to see you again in Rome. Giorgia

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richardkV3966AD
May 30, 2026
Comfortable tour with knowledgeable driver

Our driver Francesco picked us up on time from our cruise ship. We were a family of 4 adults and 2 children and were given a comfortable drive into and around the Vatican and Rome. We could choose how long to spend at each location and Francesco would always be waiting in the designated spot. He was knowledgeable about the buildings and history of Rome . Would recommend this private tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your day exploring Rome and the Vatican. Providing a comfortable, flexible, and stress-free experience is exactly what we strive for, and we're pleased that you appreciated the freedom to enjoy each stop at your own pace. Thank you for choosing us during your cruise stop and for taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Italy in the future!

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