We propose this excursion for you to get to know the Eternal City. Rome is the capital of Italy, and in it is the smallest country in the world: the Vatican. Nothing will seem the same after getting to know this incredible city.

Arriving in Rome is like taking a trip back in time to its 3000 years of history.

You will be able to contemplate one of the greatest works of the Roman Empire, the Colosseum, which represents the majesty of the power of ancient Rome.

A wonderful amount of art and beauty in the capital of Italy; enjoy seeing Via dei Fori Imperiali, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and much more.

The Vatican City, with its splendid St. Peter's Square (almost 4 centuries old), which can accommodate about 300,000 people inside. The Square prepares us for the magnificence of St. Peter's Basilica, with great architectural richness and a multitude of artistic works by great universal geniuses (Michelangelo, Bernini, etc.).

Be sure to make this essential visit during your Mediterranean cruise. Discover the heart of Italy in the streets of Rome, and keep a perennial memory of your trip. We are waiting for you!

also you can visit:

1. Colosseum and Roman Forum Tour:

   • Visit the iconic Colosseum, an ancient amphitheater where gladiator contests took place.
   • Explore the Roman Forum, the center of ancient Roman public life.

2. Vatican City Tour:

   • Explore the Vatican Museums, home to an extensive collection of art and artifacts.
   • Visit the Sistine Chapel, renowned for Michelangelo's frescoes.
   • Explore St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world.

3. Pantheon and Piazza Navona:

   • Discover the Pantheon, a well-preserved ancient Roman temple.
   • Stroll through Piazza Navona, a lively square surrounded by Baroque architecture.

4. Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps:

   • Visit the famous Trevi Fountain and toss a coin for good luck.
   • Explore the Spanish Steps, a monumental stairway with a church at the top.

5. Trastevere District Walking Tour:

   • Wander through the charming Trastevere neighborhood with its narrow streets and vibrant atmosphere.
   • Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere.

6. Catacombs of Rome:

   • Descend into the ancient catacombs, underground burial sites used by early Christians.
   • Explore the history of the catacombs and their significance.

7. Ancient Appian Way and Aqueducts Park:

   • Take a scenic drive along the Ancient Appian Way, one of the earliest Roman roads.
   • Visit Aqueducts Park and see well-preserved ancient Roman aqueducts.

8. Food and Wine Tasting Tour:

   • Experience the flavors of Rome with a food and wine tasting tour.
   • Sample traditional Roman dishes and wines at local eateries.

9. Galleria Borghese Tour:

   • Explore the Galleria Borghese, a renowned art gallery housed in a former villa.
   • Admire works by artists such as Bernini, Caravaggio, and Raphael.

10. Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour:

    • Enjoy the flexibility of a hop-on-hop-off bus tour, allowing you to explore various sites at your own pace.

PROGRAM

When disembarking at the port of Civitavecchia, the shipping companies put a bus / shuttle service (navetta or shuttle bus), which will take you to the parking lot where our coaches are. . You have to get off at the last stop of the navetta; the name of the car park is: "Porte di Cittá – Largo della Pace". When you get off the navetta an accompanying guide awaits you with the sign "Shorexc"

The "Navettas" service is courtesy of the shipping companies and is managed by them and the port.

Arrival in Rome. Rental of headphones (MANDATORY). Price: 2.50 € per person. They are paid directly to the guide.

Arrival at the Colosseum.

The Colosseum was built in the first century and is located in the city center of Rome.
It was an amphitheater of the time with capacity for 50,000 spectators (take as a reference that a modern football stadium can have an average capacity of between 80,000 and 90,000 spectators).
Its inauguration lasted 100 days, all the Roman people participated and dozens of gladiators and beasts died in this celebration, who gave their lives for the pleasure and spectacle of the people. It is one of the most important tourist attractions of modern Rome.

Exterior visit of the Colosseum.

We will continue our walking tour where we can admire several stages of the history of the city of Rome (exterior visits):

• Via dei Fori Imperiali, being able to see on both sides the Roman Forum, Forum of Caesar, Forum of Augustus, Largo Romolo e Remo, and the Forum of Trajan.
• Piazza Venecia, where you will have a great view of the controversial Altar to the Fatherland.
• Trajan's Column.
• Trevi Fountain, the largest and most famous of the monumental fountains of the Baroque in Rome.
• Pantheon of Agrippa, one of the best preserved monuments of the ancient city.
• Piazza Navonna, with its elegant Baroque style, is one of the most popular and beautiful squares in Rome.
• Castle of San Angelo.
• Conciliation Route.

Arrival in Vatican City, where the guide will give explanations about St. Peter's Square and the Basilica, and will give you free time for each person to do or visit what they want.

St. Peter's Square is one of the largest and most beautiful in the world. It was entirely designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini between 1656 and 1667. The dimensions of the square are spectacular: 320 meters long and 240 meters wide. In the liturgies and most outstanding events St. Peter's Square has come to host more than 300,000 people. The 284 columns (16 meters each) and 88 pilasters that border the square in a portico of four rows open on each side symbolizing the embrace of welcome of the Church to the visitor who seems to invite to enter. At the top of the columns are 140 statues of saints made in 1670 by Bernini's disciples.
In the center of the square stands the obelisk and the two fountains, one by Maderno (1614) and another by Bernini (1675). The obelisk, 25 meters high, was brought to Rome from Egypt in 1586.

The construction of St. Peter's Basilica began in 1506 and was completed in 1626. Several architects participated in its construction, including Michelangelo, Maderno and Bramante. It has capacity for 20,000 people, measures 190 meters in length, 44.5 m in height, and covers an area of 2.3 hectares; The dome reaches a height of 136 meters. Of the works that are inside we can highlight the Baldachin by Bernini, La Pietà by Michelangelo and the statue of San Pedro on his throne.

ATTENTION TO PEOPLE WHO WANT TO ENTER ST. PETER'S BASILICA:

To enter the Basilica there are usually access queues, to go through the security controls. Depending on the day of the week it is, the waiting time in these queues is unpredictable.

Wednesdays are days of Papal Audience (except in the months of July and August). On those days St. Peter's Square is usually crowded with people.

In St. Peter's Basilica you can not enter with low-cut clothes, or above the knees.

Important. The guide will give a time and meeting point for the return, it is essential to respect it and not be late.

Return to the ship.

End of the tour.

THIS EXCURSION IS NOT SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY OR WALKING PROBLEMS. THE USE OF COMFORTABLE FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED.

Note: If for reasons beyond our control it is necessary to vary the planned route, it will always be done in order to reach the important points of the excursion.

The order of the route may vary depending on the availability of parking granted each day by the Roman city council.

On January 01, 2019, the new traffic law came into force in the city of Rome. New restricted traffic zones have been created for tourist buses and a certain number of buses per day have been delimited. If as a result of these new restrictions it is impossible to make the Colosseum stop, this monument can be seen from the bus, in the panoramic route that will be made, until reaching the point from which you can continue the tour of the excursion on foot.

PRECIOS

• Bus.
• Guide in English.
• Accompanying Guide: Awaits you at the port.

The price does NOT include:

• Extras. They are paid on site:

– Headphones (MANDATORY): 3 € per person (They are paid directly at destination)

• Discount for children, applied only on individual excursions.
• Not combinable with other offers.
• It is essential to send a copy of the child's Identity Document.
• From 13 years old pay like an adult.
• 9-hour excursion.

The duration of the excursion is approximate, it will be subject to the time of arrival of the ship and disembarkation of the passengers.

ATTENTION TO PEOPLE WHO WANT TO ENTER ST. PETER'S BASILICA:

To enter the Basilica there are usually access queues, to go through the security controls. Depending on the day of the week it is, the waiting time in these queues is unpredictable.

Wednesdays are days of Papal Audience (except in the months of July and August). On those days St. Peter's Square is usually crowded with people.

In St. Peter's Basilica you can not enter with low-cut clothes, or above the knees.

Official Closing Days or with restricted hours of St. Peter's Basilica, 2021 – 2022. This schedule may change without notice.

– January 1 and 6: Closed all day.

– December 25: Closed all day.

– December 31: Closed from 11:30 am.

– Every Sunday: Open from 13:00 to 15:30 pm.

– Every Wednesday morning due to the Papal Audience.

– Every day of Holy Week, it could be completely closed or with restricted hours.

THIS EXCURSION IS NOT SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY OR WALKING PROBLEMS. THE USE OF COMFORTABLE FOOTWEAR IS RECOMMENDED.

Note: If for reasons beyond our control it is necessary to vary the planned route, it will always be done in order to reach the important points of the excursion.

The order of the route may vary depending on the availability of parking granted each day by the Roman city council.

On January 01, 2019, the new traffic law came into force in the city of Rome. New restricted traffic zones have been created for tourist buses and a certain number of buses per day have been delimited. If as a result of these new restrictions it is impossible to make the Colosseum stop, this monument can be seen from the bus, in the panoramic route that will be made, until reaching the point from which you can continue the tour of the excursion on foot.

In the event that the disembarkation is slow or there are difficulties to disembark, and for this reason the group arrives late in Rome, the route of the excursion will be shortened and the visit will begin in Piazza Navonna in order to comply with the schedule of return to the port.