Christian and Ancient Rome

You will be met at the hotel by your guide and driver. This full day tour will take you beyond the imposing Aurelian walls, and along the ancient Appian Way to visit one of the catacombs and back to Rome for a tour of the ancient sights.You will discover the galleries where more than 500,000 Christians were buried, the walls of which are decorated with early Christian symbols and beautiful examples of the first religious representations.On your return to the center of Rome you will stop at the Basilica of Saint Paul outside the walls, considered one of the five great ancient basilicas of Rome. The Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura, founded by the Roman Emperor Constantine I is, according to tradition, the burial place of Saint Paul the Apostle. After his execution and burial, Saint Paul's followers erected a memorial called "a cella memoriae" over the grave.Continue back to the historical center of Rome for a tour of the ancient sights. Enjoy a panoramic drive to Aventino and Terme di Caracalla, to see the Circus Maximus, Rome's ancient chariot racing venue, and the Palatine Hill above the Roman Forum. The notorious Roman traffic may dictate the route of your panoramic drive and limit some sights.You will then continue to the Church of St. Peter in Chains, where you will see the beautiful statue of Moses by Michelangelo. Then on to the Colosseum where your walking tour begins with a visit of the famous sight of the spectacle of gladiator combat. You will then make your way to the Roman Forum and explore the ruins of this ancient political, religious and commercial center. Your walk will continue to Piazza Venezia where you will be free to continue sightseeing on your own.

Inclusions

Private car at your disposal for 4 hours

Local guide at your dispsosal 7 hours

Entrance fees at Catacombs, Colosseum and Roman Forum

Does not include

Lunch

All items not specified

1) Consult with our tour designers

Contact our office by phone or e-mail and speak to one of our tour designers who will answer any question you have about our suggested tour. They will listen attentively to your ideas and plans and suggest changes to personalize the tour based on your interests and budget.

Tel: 416 964 7600
Toll: 1-800-848-8163
reservations@roadtoitaly.com

2) We send you a Proposal

Shortly after your initial contact with our tour designers, you will receive a draft proposal based on your earlier discussions, normally within 2 business days. This proposal is a no obligation draft for your review and comments. Any additions or modifications will be implemented and a new proposal will be forwarded to you for approval.

3) You like what you see!

Upon meeting your requirements and expectations, you will be requested to send a deposit in the amount of 25% of total. Final Payment is due 45 days prior to scheduled departure date.

4) Buon viaggio!

Approximately, 2 weeks prior to departure you will receive a personalized and detailed day by day itinerary booklet and the necessary vouchers for the services to be provided, along with a general information section on the various regions of Italy.

The booklet and vouchers will include all the important information; addresses, phone & mobile numbers for all your service providers, hotels as well as the phone number of our office in Rome.