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Private Tour: Basilicas of Rome
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Private Tour: Basilicas of Rome

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Duration: 7h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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  • English Speaking driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Landing and facility fees
What's not included
  • Entrance fees 8 euro per person for the Catacombs
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch at your own expense
  • Entry/Admission - Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
  • Entry/Admission - Abbazia di San Paolo Fuori Le Mura
  • Entry/Admission - Chiesa del Domine Quo Vadis
  • Entry/Admission - Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
  • Entry/Admission - Scavi di San Giovanni in Laterano


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • We will pick you up straight at your accommodation in Rome and drop you off back to your accommodation
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Fiumicino Airport, Via dell' Aeroporto di Fiumicino, 320, 54, Fiumicino Italy
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 20217P25

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • Children must be accompanied by an adult
        • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
        • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 20217P25

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        $389.77
        per adult (price varies by group size)
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          I have to say I have experienced many excursions in all my years and Max gave us an outstanding day of history, professionalism, polite and prompt service. We were able to experience some of the highlights of Rome plus the Vatican but it is very obvious that as they say Rome wasn’t built in a day so lots more to see. Max suggested a pizza stop and that pizza was awesome and so reasonable. I can highly recommend Max first and then the tour. He made it very informative and enjoyable
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        Joseph F
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        Sep 2018 • Couples
        Impressive knowledge of the tour guide. The private coach and driver prior to and after the tour of the Vatican was very enlightening of my many trips to Italy. I would reecomment this company very highly to my friends and family. Luka was more like family than a guide.
        Written November 1, 2018
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        Luca picked us up at the airport at eight am and we were on our way to Roma. Witty, articulate and informative Luca was a non stop encyclopedia of the city. The wonderful Maria gave us a private tour of The Vatican. She was incredible! The next day Fausto took us to the coliseum, Forum and other non tourist sites. These three people were worth every penny. Also, got to go to Pizza Zissa!
        Written May 30, 2018
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        May 2024 • Friends
        Great tour. Manny spoke good English. He took us to all the places we requested and then some. The reservations he got us for lunch were perfect. Great food, great prices, and service to match. We would definitely consider Shore Excursions again when in Europe.
        Written May 24, 2024
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        Oct 2018 • Couples
        Our day at the Vatican spectacular. Simon took great care of our group of 10 as we wriggled our way through those special halls. There is a lot to see and so much information was shared. He also took care after to help us get to our spur of the moment destination after the tour. 5 Stars!

        It was wonderful to have confidence in Rome Private Excursions, knowing that I could count on them to take care of our group of 10 from booking thru end of the day!
        Written November 27, 2018
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        Alla D
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        Jul 2018 • Family
        My daughter and I had a wonderful time and very informative private tour around Rome, that was customize for our interest. The tour guide name I believe was Maximus and he spoke perfect English and was extremely knowledgeable. We really enjoy it. I would definitely would recommend. It's worth every penny.
        Written August 18, 2018
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