Rome: Private Day-Tour with Colosseum & Sistine Chapel

Begin at the Colosseum, the most magnificent monument in Rome. Be amazed by stories of violent gladiatorial combat and awe-inspiring naval battles that were staged in the arena. Learn about what went on behind the scenes. On your tour, you will see another side of Roman history, learning about religious rituals and political power struggles in the buildings where they happened. Visit iconic temples such as the Temple of Saturn, or walk through the gardens of the House of the Vestal Virgins. Discover the Roman Forum, a microcosm of Roman society. Walk across the cobblestones of the Via Sacra, where you can still see the wheel-ruts of ancient carts and arrive at the Arch of Titus. Enjoy a walk through the Roman Forum which offers a fascinating insight into the daily life of the city, covering all levels of Roman society. Explore the Vatican City, the Catholic capital, and the location of one of the greatest collections of art in the world. Your day continues with a visit to the Vatican Museums, where masterpieces include the moving Laocoon - perhaps the most important and influential classical statue of all time - and the breathtaking frescoes of the Raphael Rooms. On this tour, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes of the Sistine Chapel. Witness the splendor and grandeur of St Peter’s Basilica as you become acquainted with this awe-inspiring building. At the end of your relaxed day in Rome, stroll through the oldest and most characteristic neighborhoods, where artistic treasures and captivating stories of the past can be found on every street. Admire the Baroque splendor of the Trevi Fountain. Admire the architectural beauty, atmosphere, and history of the transformation of the Pantheon. As the sun sets in the enchanting Piazza Navona, gaze into the waters of Bernini’s Four Rivers Fountain and savor the atmosphere of the Eternal City at twilight.