Rome Shore Excursion – Ancient Rome

Rome Shore Excursion Description

Shore excursions from Civitavecchia begin with a meeting of your driver at your cruise ship. Then you will enjoy a tour of the Roman countryside for a bit over an hour as you make your way to the "Eternal City". Your private Rome tour guide will be waiting for you with "skip the line" admission tickets purchased in advance.
We will begin our tour at Capitol Square for a breathtaking view of the Roman Forum which we will later see from a closer standpoint on our way to the Colosseum.

The Roman Forum was the center of political and social activity. Public speeches and elections took place there. The Forum also served as the marketplace and business district of Rome. After the Roman Empire fell, the Forum was used as a cattle pasture. Today, many fragments still remain from this massive site.
The arch of Titus and the arch of Septimius Severus still stand.

Next, we will make our way to the great Colosseum, which was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater. It was the largest building of its time. Emperor Vespasian initiated work on the Colosseum It was completed eight years later.

This elliptical Colosseum could hold more than 55,000 people!

The Colosseum was a place where entertainment was provided for those who lived in the city of Rome with the Emperor as well as a centralized place where free food was handed out. This place is also known for having games with wild exotic animals and gladiators.

Part of the reason of the collapse of the building was due to an earthquake. The Colosseum has been further degraded over the centuries by builders who raided the ruins for building materials.

At 13:00, we will take a lunch break at a local restaurant by the Trevi Fountain.
You may recognize the Trevi as a set for famous films such as La Dolce Vita and Roman Holidays. This spectacular fountain stands at 25.9 meters high and 19.8 meters wide! The Trevi Fountain as seen today was designed by Nicola Salvi and completed in 1762.

While you are admiring this impressive masterpiece, do not forget to throw a coin into the water. It is said that if you toss a
coin into the fountain then you will one day return to Rome, and just seeing the Trevi Fountain again would make your next visit well worth it!

Your Rome tour guide will then escort you to the Spanish Steps, where you will receive the tour of this famous landmark. If you would you like to shop, transportation may be extended to accommodate your wishes.

Notes about your Rome Shore Excursion

While not cheap, our private shore excursions from Civitavecchia are among the least expensive.

By combining 2 couples or families your private tour of Rome can begin to rival the cost of an impersonal tour with an impossibly large group.

The price per person decreases rapidly with a larger group.

Certainly this Ancient city is worth a proper tour. Your Rome private tour will make this a Trip of a Lifetime.

Your guide WILL accompany you on the inside visits, provide the commentary and answer your questions.

Price includes our private touring car.