Start your tour at the Capuchin “Bone” Chapel to explore this ancient burial site that is only truly understood with the help of a knowledgeable guide. Decorated with the remains of some 4,000 deceased monks, the Capuchin Crypt is one of Rome’s most divisive destinations. Before entering the Bone Chapel, your expert guide will explain the monks’ interesting beliefs on life and death, which motivated the creation of such a macabre memorial. Then, pick up an audio guide to explore the crypt with your small group of 18 people or less. The crypts are part of an active church and audio guides allow visitors to see the site without disturbing those who come to worship. Reunite with your guide to hop on a private bus and travel outside the city to the Roman Catacombs as visitors are dispersing for the evening. It's then—as the doors officially close to the public—that you and your small group will step inside for a VIP visit like no other... The bodies might be gone, but that doesn’t mean you won’t feel a thrill of excitement as you become one of the first people to descend into the Catacombs after closing since the era of Imperial Rome. And because you’ll be there outside normal opening hours, you’ll have the passageways to yourself and won’t have any trouble hearing your expert Catacombs guide as they divulge the dark stories of the birth of Christianity. Learn why the Romans chose to take their burials “off site” and discover some of the most intriguing artifacts and decorations that adorn the tombs with the help of a dedicated, expert Catacombs guide. Following your fascinating VIP visit you’ll have time to reflect on all you’ve learned with your guide as you hop on a private, air-conditioned minibus and head back to central Rome. Don't be shy about asking questions! This special VIP experience of Rome’s most interesting burial sites will no doubt leave a lasting impression—and one you’ll likely meditate on for years to come!