Start your Roman adventure at 9:00 AM as you exit from your cruise ship. At the ship's Pier, you will be greeted by your friendly and professional driver. Once you hop in your comfortable, air-conditioned minivan you will set off on your adventure.  Your driver will take you to all the most historical and socially significant landmarks in Rome. For those pressed for the time, this is the greatest way to ensure you see the main attractions of the city, all in 7-hours. During each stop you can hop-off the van and walk around, taking beautiful holiday snaps as you do. In the vehicle, you will enjoy the benefit of an audioguide in English. At each stop, you will be able to learn the basic history of each fascinating location.  During your tour, you will visit: Vatican City and St. Peter's Cathedral (1-hour), Colosseum (40-minutes), Piazza Venezia (15-minutes), Trevi Fountain (20-minutes), Spanish Steps (30-minutes), Pantheon (30-minutes), Piazza Novona (20-minutes) and the Panoramic View (15-minutes). Once you have visited all these major landmarks, you will be taken back to your cruise terminal, 1-hour before your ship departs and no later than 5:00 PM, ensuring a relaxing end to an exciting day.

Book the SIT bus transfer between Civitavecchia Port and the Vatican City area. Benefit from the services of the staff as they assist customers with their transfer details. Choose between a 1-way or round-trip transfer. From the beginning of your transfer, staff will be on hand to assist you. Simply present your voucher on arrival to redeem it and hop on board. The driver will help you store your luggage in the provided area before driving towards the Vatican City or Civitavecchia Port, depending on your chosen transfer option. Your transfer will end after drop-off unless you choose the round-trip option. If heading to the Vatican City from the port, you'll be dropped off in the Prati District at a location that's a convenient 10-minute walk to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Church. If heading to the port, get dropped off outside the Civitavecchia Port.

Head to Rome on a full-day guided sightseeing bus tour of the Eternal City from the port of Civitavecchia. Discover the city's hottest locations like St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Trevi Fountain. Be welcomed by your tour leader at the Civitavecchia port and board a spacious coach. Relax on the drive to your first stop in Rome that is just a stone’s throw away from the Palazzaccio (Palace of Justice) in Piazza dei Tribunali. Take time to admire the most powerful and imposing castle ever built in Rome, Castel Sant’Angelo. Nearby, marvel at magnificent St. Peter's Basilica from the top of Via della Conciliazione.  Feast your eyes on the semi-circular colonnades that frame St. Peter's Square, designed and built by Bernini in the 17th century. Meet your tour leader at a designated point for the second part of the tour. Board the bus for a panoramic ride. Cross the Tiber near the Tiberine Island, see the Pyramid of Cestius, and view the Baths of Caracalla, the second largest Roman baths. End your scenic bus ride with a stop in Via Petroselli, near the Theatre of Marcellus. Reach the Capitoline Hill to see the Cordonata that leads to Piazza del Campidoglio. Arrive at the Althar of the Fatherland and view dei Fori Imperiali roade to the Colosseum.   Observe Traian’s Forum and toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. Take a break for a quick lunch or to grab a gelato. Enter the incredibly well-preserved Pantheon temple built to see its massive dome and the tombs of Victor Emanuell II and Raphael. End your tour in Piazza Navona where you can see the 4 Rivers Fountain by Bernini, before ending your visit to Rome and heading back to the port in Civitavecchia.

This tour starts at the Civitavecchia Port. Our hosts will greet you directly in front of your ship. You'll be driven to the Colosseum, where you'll meet your passionate local tour guide. Discover the intriguing history of the amphitheater that once housed over 50,000 spectators, and relive the glory days of the Roman Empire. The guide will provide commentary outside. You can then explore the area on your own, or go inside with our guide if you have a pre-purchased ticket. Learn about the kings and dictators of the recent past while walking along the Via dei Fiori Imperiali, a road built as a stage for Mussolini's grand parades. Next, embark on a panoramic bus tour of the city. See the Capitoline Hill, one of the seven hills of Rome that is home to some of the city's most significant museums and art collections. Admire impressive triumphal Arch of Constantine which commemorates his significant victory. The tour will continue on to the Altar of the Fatherland, a grand monument that commemorates Italy's unification. After the panoramic bus tour, we'll take you on a walking tour of Rome, where you can explore the vibrant streets, indulge in delectable Italian cuisine, and admire iconic sights such as the Spanish Steps. Your expert local guide will share fascinating insights into the history and culture of Rome. We will also make a stop for gelato or tiramisu near the Trevi Fountain. Time permitting, we will also walk to Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Next, our bus will pick us back up and transfer us to Vatican City known as the spiritual and administrative center of the Roman Catholic Church. Although it is the world's smallest country, it has a rich history and cultural significance that makes it a must-see destination. Please note that while the Vatican Museums house an incredible collection of artwork, visiting them can be time-consuming. A typical tour takes 2-3 hours to explore. Our years of experience in guiding visitors have shown us that the best way to make the most of your time is to visit with our expert guide outside. With our guidance, you'll still have the opportunity to appreciate the wonders of Vatican City in a way that fits your schedule and meets your needs. Our knowledgeable guide will provide you with fascinating insights into the city's cultural heritage and spiritual significance. Next see St. Peter's Basilica, the center of the Catholic religion and a true architectural masterpiece. Its stunning dome, designed by Michelangelo, dominates the city's skyline, and the ornate exterior features intricate carvings and sculptures. If the line is not too long, we will take you inside to see Michelangelo's famous Pietà and the awe-inspiring dome, At the end of the tour, we will bring you back to the port, with plenty of time to spare before your ship's departure. With an architectural and cultural legacy spanning millennia, there’s no reason not to visit Rome. Join us on this shore excursion for the experience of a lifetime.

Ensure an easy and comfortable transfer from your hotel Rome to the Civitavecchia port to board your cruise ship with a private, luxury car service. Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, meet your professional driver, who will be holding a sign with your name on it, at the lobby of your residence in Rome. Enjoy a comfortable ride in a spacious, luxury car, and get dropped off directly at the Civitavecchia port in front of your cruise ship. The service is also available in the reverse direction, with a direct transfer from the Civitavecchia port when you disembark your cruise ship to the lobby of your hotel in Rome, and is available as a shared or private service, depending on your preferences.

Make the most of your cruise stopover at Civitavecchia Port and by exploring Rome with an all-encompassing hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Select the transfer option for a pick-up departure from Civitavecchia Port at 9:15 AM and drop-off next to Castel Sant'Angelo near Vatican City to board the open-top sightseeing bus. Hop off at any stop, all conveniently located next to the most famous monuments in the city. Learn the history of Rome with the on-board digital commentary available in 9 languages (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Arabic and Portuguese). Ride along as you view fascinating must-see landmarks, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Circus Maximus. Stroll among the gods at the miraculously preserved Pantheon and marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica; or seek inspiration with poets and painters on the Spanish Steps and drive through the immense Borghese Gardens.

It is said that all roads lead to Rome, but if you only have a short amount of time in the Eternal City then you need to plan your journey carefully. Take this private full-day shore excursion from Civitavecchia cruise ship terminal and travel by comfortable Mercedes or Volkswagen minibuses to the center of Rome with a private driver/guide. Once in Rome, your first stop will be the Colosseum, where after a commentary by your driver, you will have the chance to visit inside avoiding the long lines to enter. Drive to Aventine Hill and stop for panoramic views across to Palatine Hill, with the Circus Maximus below. Continue to another of the 7 hills of Rome, called Capitoline, for breathtaking views of the Roman Forum and the old city center. Then, drive to Piazza Venezia, passing the Victor Emanuel Monument – known locally as the "wedding cake" - and the Pantheon. Enjoy some free time exploring the amazing 1st-century BC temple, now a church, where Victor Emanuel II and Raphael are buried. Continue to the Baroque Trevi Fountain and throw in a coin to guarantee you will one day return to Rome. Next, drive by the Spanish Steps and stop for lunch in a typical restaurant, suggested by your driver, or enjoy some free time on your own. Continue to the Vatican Museums, where you can skip the long lines to see the Sistine Chapel, either on your own or by hiring a licensed English-speaking guide. They will take you on a private 2-hour tour that includes St. Peter's Basilica. End your visit to the Vatican at approximately 16:00 for the 1-hour drive back to Civitavecchia, and a drop off directly by your cruise ship.

The tour start from Civitavecchia port/area. You will drive south with your English-speaking driver, through the beautiful landscape of Lazio. After about an hour’s drive, you will enter the eternal city of Rome and after 20 minutes or a little bit more depends on the traffic conditions, the driver will drop you off at the Vatican museum entrance, where you will meet your licensed tour guide. Take advantage of your exclusive skip-the-line access tickets, entering the museums through a panoramic terrace where you can admire the stunning view of Saint Peter's dome overlooking the Vatican gardens.  Begin your tour of the collections which include a seemingly infinite number of masterpieces by Bernini, Raphael, Botticelli, Perugino, and other treasures - all incredibly united under one roof of the world-renowned Vatican museums. Learn about how the numerous popes that have lived in the Vatican continuously enriched it with different artworks. Admire the most beautiful ancient Roman statues and gaze in awe at the length of the enormous Tapestry Hall, before continuing on through the Hall of the Painted Maps you will enter the Sistine Chapel whose impact in history, religion and visual arts has no equal in the world! Like the 'Last Judgment' by Michelangelo. At last, through an exclusive gallery directly linked to the Sistine Chapel, you will reach the largest Catholic Church in the world: St. Peter’s Basilica. The greatness of this structure and care of details will overwhelm you. This is where Michelangelo’s sculpture “Pietà” is kept and the tombs of the popes, including St. John Paul II’s and St. Peter the Apostle. Once finished at St. Peter square where, your driver will take you back to embark your cruise ship.

Explore Rome on your own taking the Civitavecchia transfer to the Rome centre and visiting the eternal city with an open bus and onboard audio guide in 16 languages! Duration: 7 hours including transfers The audio guide included: 16 languages: Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian Highlights: - Enjoy a bus transfer from the Port of Civitavecchia to Rome. - Board the open bus and admire the most important monuments of the Eternal City - Hop on and off at stops at your leisure - Take photos from the top of a panoramic bus - Listen to a fascinating audio guide commentary in 16 languages - Reach the Termini Station (or Via Crescenzio 2 in the Vatican area) stop for bus transfers from Rome and to the Port of Civitavecchia. Visit Rome in one day during your cruise stop and you won't be disappointed with the short time available! Reach Largo della Pace in Civitavecchia Port to join Termini station in Rome where an assistant will be ready to escort you to the Open Bus stop to begin the scenic tour aboard an open bus. See the most important monuments and immerse yourself in history with an onboard audio guide in 16 languages. Hop on and off at all stops at your leisure and take photos of the most famous monuments. Discover imperial Rome with the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Circus Maximus. Continue through Piazza Venezia and admire the dome of St. Peter's Basilica. Stroll through the shopping streets and toss a coin in the famous Trevi Fountain. Reach again Termini (P.za Indipendenza) for a 03:30 pm departure or the Vatican area (Via Crescenzio 2) stop at 03:45 pm to transfer from Rome to the port of Civitavecchia. Open Bus Stops : Terminal Discover Rome Termini Station Santa Maria Maggiore Colosseum Pyramid Terminal Eataly Rome Circus Maximus Venice Square Vatican Villa Borghese Barberini Square what's included: - Shuttle bus service between the Port of Civitavecchia and Roma termini train station - Luggage storage, WI FI, USB charger - Daily Hop on Hop off ticket with hop on and hop off at the various stops - Audio guide available in 16 languages with disposable earphones - On-board Wi fi on a hop on hop off - Multilingual assistant on board hop on hop off buses - Multilingual assistant on arrival in Rome Meeting Point SIT info: - Redeem your voucher at the bus stop just outside the Port (Largo Della Pace). Cross the pedestrian corridor to the end, and from the gate (exit), you will find the bus stop on your right manned by a hostess - The Hop on Hop off route may be subject to itinerary changes due to events in the city. On-board staff will provide you with helpful information. - The Vatican Option includes a walk with an assistant to admire from the outside and take a photo of St. Peter's Basilica and Castel Sant'Angelo before starting the Hop on Hop Off tour - For the return transfer to Civitavecchia, arrive 15 minutes before the departure meeting point.

Your trip begins with collection from the cruise terminal in the morning, to arrive at the Colosseum by 11:00 AM, where you will be whisked to the front of the queue. Immediately begin exploring this majestic ruin, the largest amphitheater built during the Roman Empire, designed to entertain the masses with brutal, violent spectacles. Its capacity is estimated to have been 70,000 people, who were all admitted free of charge to watch vicious gladiator fights and hunting simulations involving exotic animals. Included in your skip-the-line tickets is the entrance to the Palatine Hill and Imperial Forums. Explore both above ground and below, marveling at the unbelievable engineering techniques of the Romans and the intricate theatrical system of hoists, ramps, and trapdoors that made the arena function (included in the underground option). For an extra fee you can purchase a guided tour option, an audio or video tour, or complete underground tour. All are available in many different languages. After about three hours, head over to St. Peter’s Square, where you can marvel at the Sistine Chapel, take in the ornate Basilica, and gasp at the massive outdoor plaza. The tour has 18 other possible stops, according to your preference, to be explored at your own pace. Wherever you decide to roam in Rome, the minivan will pick you up at 16:00, and you can take a nap while being safely returned to your ship.