The Best of Rome

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Rome cityscape, a must-see view during an Italy tour

Roman Forum, a must-see sight on a tour to Italy

Colosseum, calling card of Rome and a must-see sight during an Italy vacation

Siena, a must-visit destination during a vacation in Italy

Price

From $4759

Duration

8 days

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Overview

Have a wonderful time exploring the vibrant capital of sun-kissed Italy, amazing Rome! See the most famous sights of the city, visit the marvelous Vatican museums, learn how to cook the traditional Italian pasta with a professional chef, and fall in love with stunning Tuscany and its remarkable wines during a magical day trip.

Included/Excluded

Private arrival and departure transfers
Accommodation in centrally located 4-star hotels
Breakfasts in the hotels
Transportations according to the itinerary
Full Experience Underground and Arena for the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in Rome tickets
Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a private guide
Guided tour of the Vatican Museums
Traditional pizza and pasta cooking class with a professional chef
Day trip to Tuscany with a private guide

International Flights
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
City Tax (shall be paid in a hotel by a client EUR 3-5 depending on the city)

Tour Plan

Day 1: Welcome to Rome

Welcome to Rome, the glorious capital of sunny Italy, boasting unparalleled historical heritage, incredible art, and amazing food. A private driver will meet you at the airport and take you to the hand-picked, centrally located hotel for check-in.

There is nothing planned for the rest of the day, so you are free to start exploring the city on your own.

No meals are included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 2: Highlights of Rome or Ancient Rome Treasures Tour

Today you enjoy a nice breakfast in a hotel and meet your private guide in the hotel lobby for the start of the tour. But what you will enjoy exploring today is completely up to you. The first option is a city tour with a private guide to see Rome's must-sees, such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, to name a few. And the other is a private sightseeing of probably the most iconic sights of the city: the Colosseum, the Palatine Hill, and the Forum.

If you choose to embark on a city tour, your professional guide will invite you to step back in time and enjoy incredible historic highlights of vibrant Rome! The jewel of Italy, the capital city is an incredible place that will make you fall in love with its rich history, unique works of art, and architectural treasures. From loud names such as Piazza Navona and the Spanish Steps to hidden churches and backstreet gems you would have missed otherwise, this tour will show you Rome in all its glory. To make the experience even more special, your guide will take you to one of the locals' favorite places and treat you to a delicious Roman dessert.

If you choose to explore the treasures of Ancient Rome today, the tour will start by visiting the Forum, an incredible place that witnessed Julius Caesar's cremation, crucial military processions, the keeping of the sacred flame by the Vestal Virgins, decisions made by senators of the old republic that influenced the destiny of the empire, and many other things of unparalleled historic value. After that, you proceed to Palatine Hill, the first of the seven hills and arguably the most important of them, as Rome was founded on it in all its glory. Next, you visit the pearl of your tour, the one-and-only Colosseum. Marvel at the tier upon tier of seating and imagine a time when they were full to capacity with bloodthirsty spectators calling out for more.

After the tour, you have some free time and can explore Rome on your own.

Please, let your destination specialist know which tour option you would prefer to include in your itinerary.

Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 3: Private Tour of Vatican

This morning, after breakfast, you head out to explore one of the most important cities in the world, the stunning Vatican City. Explore the Vatican Museums' art on this guided tour with a professional guide. Marvel at the Sistine Chapel's and St. Peter's Basilica's masterpieces and dive into the rich histories of these gems, boasting unparalleled cultural significance.

Please note: the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica require that all visitors have their knees and shoulders covered.

After the tour, the rest of the day is free and remains at your disposal. You can take a metro to come back to Rome, or we can arrange a transfer for you.

Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 4: Free Day in Rome

Today, there is nothing planned. Enjoy the best the city has to offer, take advantage of its incredible restaurant scene, or hunt for souvenirs to bring back home.

Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 5: Pizza & Pasta Cooking Class

The next day, you have breakfast and enjoy a few hours free to keep exploring Rome on your own. And for lunch, we invite you to learn to cook two of the most iconic Italian dishes, pasta and pizza.

Under the guidance of the experienced chef (and with a glass of excellent prosecco in hand), you will learn the secrets of making the perfect dough, try your hand at making eight different pasta shapes, make the best traditional carbonara, pesto and amatriciana sauces to go with it, and, of course, make the authentic Neapolitan pizza in the wooden oven.

And after the class, you will enjoy a lovely three-course lunch with DOC wine and homemade tiramisu.

There is nothing planned after the cooking class, and you are free to keep exploring vibrant Rome on your own.

Breakfast and lunch are included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 6: Siena, San Gimignano & Tuscan Wine

The following day, after breakfast in the hotel, you meet your guide in the hotel lobby and together you set off on an exciting day trip to see the gems of Tuscany.

Your first destination is the stunning city of Siena. Seemingly frozen in time due to carefully preserved medieval cityscape, the city is one of the most strollable destinations in Italy. Its narrow cobbled streets, picturesque piazzas, majestic city hall, and, of course, the breathtaking Duomo housing art by such masters as Michelangelo and Bernini are must-see places for anyone in love with Italy. And when you get tired of exploring, sit down in one of the small family-run cafes and enjoy a cup of coffee with panpepato or panforte, the traditional sweets of Siena.

Next, you head to San Gimignano, known as “The City of the Hundred Towers." This beautiful medieval city is famous not only for its impressive architecture but also for its amazing Chianti wine. Together with your guide, you will visit the local estate that produces the iconic wine, learn the secrets of the winemaking craft, and enjoy the tasting of 10 different types of wine and a delicious lunch.

After that, you return to Rome and enjoy the rest of the day free to keep exploring the city on your own.

Breakfast and lunch are included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 7: Free Day in Rome

Today, there is nothing planned. Enjoy the best the city has to offer, take advantage of its incredible restaurant scene, or hunt for souvenirs to bring back home.

Breakfast is included.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 8: Departure

This is the last day of your vacation! Today, you enjoy breakfast in your hotel, check out, and have a transfer to the airport for your flight back home. We wish you a safe trip home and can't wait to start working on your next vacation!

No meals are included.

Please note that you need to leave a deposit to secure a website price. And if you are interested in a tour for a group of 5 or more people, please reach out, and we will be happy to calculate the individual cost.