Rome 3 days package
Experience the full majesty of the Eternal City on a curated three-day private journey, pairing the monumental icons of Ancient Rome and an intimate guided tour of the Vatican with an off-the-beaten-path exploration of ancient aqueducts, subterranean cata
The Tour
Day 1: Classical Highlights & Imperial Icons (6-Hour Private Chauffeured Tour)
Your Roman journey begins as your private English-speaking driver greets you directly at your hotel lobby in a luxury vehicle. Setting out into the historic center, sweep past the monumental white marble facade of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Il Vittoriano) in Piazza Venezia before ascending the Capitoline Hill. Here, pause for an unforgettable panoramic overlook of the Roman Forum—imperial Rome's historic civic heart—for a quintessential photo opportunity. Your route continues to the Colosseum, the grandest amphitheater of antiquity. Your driver provides rich historical context and orientation before you step inside to explore the towering tiers and arena at your own pace.
Rejoining your driver, trace the slopes of the Palatine Hill and the sprawling chariot grounds of the Circus Maximus before venturing into the vibrant pedestrian heart of the Centro Storico. Step beneath the extraordinary coffered dome of the ancient Pantheon, an architectural masterpiece that has inspired creators for millennia. Your afternoon concludes with leisurely strolls and photo stops across Rome’s most celebrated Baroque squares: the open-air salon of Piazza Navona, the elegant sweep of the Spanish Steps, and the legendary Trevi Fountain, where you can toss your coin to ensure your return.
Day 2: Vatican Treasures & St. Peter's Basilica (3-Hour Private Guided Walking Tour)
Dedicate your second morning to the unrivaled artistic and spiritual legacy of the Holy See alongside an expert private licensed guide. Meeting directly across from the museum entrance outside Caffè Vaticano, your guide leads you past the public lines and into the storied corridors of the Vatican Museums. Walk among classical antiquities that inspired Renaissance masters, through the exquisite Gallery of the Tapestries, and down the luminous, gilded corridor of the Gallery of Maps.
The artistic centerpiece of your tour awaits inside the Sistine Chapel. Surrounded by Michelangelo’s sublime ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgment, your guide reveals the drama, theological depth, and anatomical genius behind the world's most celebrated masterpiece. Continue directly into the breathtaking expanse of St. Peter’s Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s heartbreakingly delicate Pietà and the soaring bronze Baldacchino designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, culminating beneath the sweeping embrace of St. Peter’s Square.
Day 3: Secret Rome & Ancient Engineering (6-Hour Private Chauffeured Tour)
The final day takes you beyond the standard tourist trails to discover Rome’s hidden wonders and ancient engineering marvels. Your driver picks you up from your hotel for a scenic morning drive to the legendary Appian Way (Via Appia Antica). Walk along the historic basalt paving stones beneath umbrella pines, tracing the very road once marched by Roman legions. From here, descend beneath the earth for a guided visit to the Catacombs, walking atmospheric subterranean galleries carved into volcanic tufa to discover ancient Christian tomb niches, symbolic inscriptions, and early frescoes.
Continue to the awe-inspiring Park of the Aqueducts, where towering arches of the Aqua Claudia and Aqua Marcia rise dramatically across open fields—an extraordinary marvel of Roman engineering that few travelers ever witness up close. Returning toward the historic center, pass the monumental brick ruins of the third-century Baths of Caracalla before ascending the tranquil Aventine Hill to peer through the famed Knights of Malta Keyhole for a perfectly framed view of St. Peter’s dome. Crossing the Tiber, immerse yourself in the bohemian spirit of Trastevere, exploring its picturesque medieval alleyways and visiting the historic Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere with its glittering golden mosaics. Conclude your three-day immersion atop the Janiculum Hill (Gianicolo), savoring sweeping, panoramic views of the entire Roman skyline before a relaxing drive back to your hotel.
Important Tour Details:
Day 2 Vatican Meeting Point: Your private guide will meet you directly across from the Vatican Museums entrance in front of Caffè Vaticano (Viale Vaticano), holding a sign with your name.
St. Peter's Basilica Entry: Please note that St. Peter's Basilica requires a nominal on-site entrance fee of €1.50 per person (payable in cash).
Your Roman journey begins as your private English-speaking driver greets you directly at your hotel lobby in a luxury vehicle. Setting out into the historic center, sweep past the monumental white marble facade of the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Il Vittoriano) in Piazza Venezia before ascending the Capitoline Hill. Here, pause for an unforgettable panoramic overlook of the Roman Forum—imperial Rome's historic civic heart—for a quintessential photo opportunity. Your route continues to the Colosseum, the grandest amphitheater of antiquity. Your driver provides rich historical context and orientation before you step inside to explore the towering tiers and arena at your own pace.
Rejoining your driver, trace the slopes of the Palatine Hill and the sprawling chariot grounds of the Circus Maximus before venturing into the vibrant pedestrian heart of the Centro Storico. Step beneath the extraordinary coffered dome of the ancient Pantheon, an architectural masterpiece that has inspired creators for millennia. Your afternoon concludes with leisurely strolls and photo stops across Rome’s most celebrated Baroque squares: the open-air salon of Piazza Navona, the elegant sweep of the Spanish Steps, and the legendary Trevi Fountain, where you can toss your coin to ensure your return.
Day 2: Vatican Treasures & St. Peter's Basilica (3-Hour Private Guided Walking Tour)
Dedicate your second morning to the unrivaled artistic and spiritual legacy of the Holy See alongside an expert private licensed guide. Meeting directly across from the museum entrance outside Caffè Vaticano, your guide leads you past the public lines and into the storied corridors of the Vatican Museums. Walk among classical antiquities that inspired Renaissance masters, through the exquisite Gallery of the Tapestries, and down the luminous, gilded corridor of the Gallery of Maps.
The artistic centerpiece of your tour awaits inside the Sistine Chapel. Surrounded by Michelangelo’s sublime ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgment, your guide reveals the drama, theological depth, and anatomical genius behind the world's most celebrated masterpiece. Continue directly into the breathtaking expanse of St. Peter’s Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s heartbreakingly delicate Pietà and the soaring bronze Baldacchino designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, culminating beneath the sweeping embrace of St. Peter’s Square.
Day 3: Secret Rome & Ancient Engineering (6-Hour Private Chauffeured Tour)
The final day takes you beyond the standard tourist trails to discover Rome’s hidden wonders and ancient engineering marvels. Your driver picks you up from your hotel for a scenic morning drive to the legendary Appian Way (Via Appia Antica). Walk along the historic basalt paving stones beneath umbrella pines, tracing the very road once marched by Roman legions. From here, descend beneath the earth for a guided visit to the Catacombs, walking atmospheric subterranean galleries carved into volcanic tufa to discover ancient Christian tomb niches, symbolic inscriptions, and early frescoes.
Continue to the awe-inspiring Park of the Aqueducts, where towering arches of the Aqua Claudia and Aqua Marcia rise dramatically across open fields—an extraordinary marvel of Roman engineering that few travelers ever witness up close. Returning toward the historic center, pass the monumental brick ruins of the third-century Baths of Caracalla before ascending the tranquil Aventine Hill to peer through the famed Knights of Malta Keyhole for a perfectly framed view of St. Peter’s dome. Crossing the Tiber, immerse yourself in the bohemian spirit of Trastevere, exploring its picturesque medieval alleyways and visiting the historic Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere with its glittering golden mosaics. Conclude your three-day immersion atop the Janiculum Hill (Gianicolo), savoring sweeping, panoramic views of the entire Roman skyline before a relaxing drive back to your hotel.
Important Tour Details:
Day 2 Vatican Meeting Point: Your private guide will meet you directly across from the Vatican Museums entrance in front of Caffè Vaticano (Viale Vaticano), holding a sign with your name.
St. Peter's Basilica Entry: Please note that St. Peter's Basilica requires a nominal on-site entrance fee of €1.50 per person (payable in cash).
Dress Code
Shoulders and knees must be covered when visiting religious sites
Flexibility
Itinerary and pace managed directly with your private driver
Services include pickup from and drop-off back at either your hotel or at your cruise ship in one of our luxury vehicles by an English-speaking driver.
Lunch, gratuities, and any entrance fees to attractions are not included. Also please note that we may change the order of the itinerary at our discretion.
Multiple booking discounts are available when you book more than one tour or excursion with us. Please note that these discounts do not apply to airport or port transfers.
This tour is suitable for families with children, with a comfortable pace and private service that makes the day easier to enjoy together.
