Rome post-cruise private driving tour
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Rome post-cruise private driving tour
By Rome Private Excursions
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Duration: 5h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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- Hotel drop-off
- Port pickup
- English Speaking driver
- Airport drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Fuel surcharge
- Landing and facility fees
What's not included- Entrance fees - In case you want to see the Colosseum, please advice us and the cost would be 18 euro per person to be paid to your driver at the end of the tour (We suggest not to enter the Colosseum as the time for sight-seeing is not too long, better be used for overview of the city)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Colosseum
- Entry/Admission - Pantheon
- Entry/Admission - Fontana di Trevi
- Entry/Admission - Spanish Steps
- Entry/Admission - Piazza Navona
- Start:Traveler pickup offered.
- Port of Civitavecchia, E840, 00053 Civitavecchia RM, ItalyAll travellers are picked up at dockside where they will see their driver with a sign reading the name of the group
Pickup details- You can choose your pick up time at the ship port. Please advice. You will meet your driver on dock side. You will recognize him as he will be holding a sign with your name on. PLEASE DO NOT TAKE ANY SHUTTLE!
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Civitavecchia Port, Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, 19, 00053 Civitavecchia RM, Italy
End:- Option 1Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport, via dell'Airport di Fiumicino 320, 00054 Fiumicino RM, ItalyIf you are leaving Rome and you have a flight then your driver will drop you off at the airport at about 3 hours before your flight departs
- Option 2Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, ItalyDrop off can be done also at your accommodation in the city of Rome
- Wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 20217P17- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Dress code is smart casual
- 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: 20217P17
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- E4885LYlisat0 contributionsDON'T WAIT BOOK YOUR TOUR WITH ROME PRIVATE EXCURSIONS 5 STARI can't say enough about this experience. First, our guide/driver Manny is the very best guide in all of Italy. Friendly, knowledgeable and prompt. Clean, comfortable car. The visit to both Siena and San Gimignano were amazing, but I can't say enough good things about the winery experience. Far exceeded any wine tasting I've ever done in Napa, Sonoma or even France. Amazing wines, wonderful food, beautiful scenery. If you are considering booking a private tour in Italy, Rome Private Excursions is the very best. I've also experienced their full day Private Tours in Rome including the Vatican and Colosseum, Florence with the Academy and Luca/Pisa full day trip. Also, one of the best parts of working with Rome Private Excursions is the excellent communication before and after the tour. You never have to worry about being picked up. Simply perfection.Written December 3, 2024
- Ronjerr0 contributionsAbsolutely best tourWe had a wonderful tour with Manny of Rome sites that aren't common on tours. He was fantastic and so knowledgeable. I have used this tour company four times and they have always been amazing. I would highly recommend them!Written December 1, 2024
- rosannep20150 contributionsA Must for Catholics interested in their faithMax was an amazing guide! So full of history about Rome and the church. Took us to awesome churches we never would have known about. Hundreds stand in line be to see the Pantheon but few to see the column that Jesus was tied to and whipped. The steps we walked up to be judged by Pontius Pilot. Or walk in the house/church where the early Christians meet and Paul and Peter evangelized. Relics of the manger, cross, nails and thorns from the crown. The catacombs were very interesting. GREAT DAY. Highly recommend!!Written November 18, 2024
- jamesmG8168EE0 contributionsGREAT EXPERIENCEEverything was fantastic. Can not say enough as to how professional and knowledgeable all three have been . We especially would like to thank you for the outstanding knowledge and abilities of Paula at the Vatican! She provided us with extremely informative information and guided us through the maze of the Vatican we never would have made it were it not for she. To the point we may even still be inside the Vatican. We simply cannot say enough as to her knowledge personality and understanding of my situation in particular. Also the timeliness of both drivers to be where they said they would be when they said they would be there . The personalities and knowledge of both drivers were of a great assistance in our new understanding of all of Rome. We sincerely thank you all throughout this entire process in making it seamless and successful! We would highly recommend your services to our friends and relatives! Jim & Karen McKennaWritten November 16, 2024
- moryp20150 contributionsTransfer from Rome City center to the airportWe were a group of 11 people departing at 530 am from our hotel in Rome to the airport. We were very surprised to find our 2 vans waiting for us when we went downstairs at 5:20 am. Professional, friendly and fast transfers. Definitely the best in Rome. Thanks guys !!!Written November 10, 2024
- Sightseer7648260 contributionsFantastic quick tour of Rome!We had an absolutely wonderful tour! With only about 7 hours on a cruise stopover, we were able to see the catacombs, the colosseum (including the interior), St Peters square, the Trevi fountain, and SO MUCH more. Winding through the small downtown streets and seeing the city view from an elevated viewpoint were highlights. We learned so much from the excellent commentary from Michele, our very personable driver/guide. We were picked up and dropped off on schedule. We highly recommend this tour company.Written November 7, 2024
- marylous4690 contributionsWalking tour of FlorenceWalking Tour of Florence - We really enjoyed the tour of Florence with our guide Katrina. She was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed her company. We saw the David but also enjoyed other parts of the museum that we might not have known about had Katrina not explained the exhibits to us. We walked around town and she gave teh history and interesting tidbits that, again, we would have missed if we just strolled on our own. She was also able to give us insights on where to shop for gold and leather. I highly recommend!Written November 5, 2024
- pamsB519WV0 contributionsIf you only have a day in Rome, reserving Rome Private Excursions is the way to go!WE LOVED OUR DAY with Sal! It was a wonderful experience and we felt so honored to see so much of Rome in such a short time. He was a walking historian and impressed us all so much with is insights. The day was seamless and our tour of the Vatican was great as well. You run a great company with high quality personnel. The entire day was impressive and one we will all remember for our lifetimes! Thank you for giving us such a great tour guide!!!!Written November 4, 2024
- chrystine s0 contributionsWonderful tourA great day in Rome. Our driver was very helpful, enthusiastic, and flexible. Even added a tour of the Catacombs at the end of the tour. Customized the route to maximize our time. Definitely would recommend to othersWritten November 4, 2024
- 525betsyb0 contributionsRome in a dayWe did a private shore excursion from Civitavecchia titled "Best of Rome & Vatican". The only way to see so much in just 1 day! Carlo was amazing and made sure we enjoyed this beautiful part of Italy without missing a thing. He made stops along the way and was very skilled at explaining the history and importance of the sites. Side note - the crowds at the Vatican Museums made that part not at all enjoyable and I wish we had chosen the inside of the Basilica instead.Written November 3, 2024
- J1969PNmichaelm0 contributionsEccellente!!Luca and his team were very easy to work with, they were very accommodating. Massimo, our driver, was extremely knowledgeable and very friendly. We only had 1 full day in Rome and I'm SO happy we chose Rome Private Excursions. We will definitely use them again!Written November 1, 2024
- C1106930 contributionsAwesome companyWe did an ancestry tour. Such a great experience. Our driver Domenek was professional and funny. He knew the history of the area very well. We've also done many transfers with RPE, all on time and professional. I highly recommend them!Written October 29, 2024
- katherinedG9408LE0 contributions100% would do this again! Best your in Rome with crisThis is the best tour we have done! If you want a tour to be relaxed and extremely informative and fun, this is the tour for you! Cris made the tour feel highly personalized to us. If you’re are doing only one tour this is it!Written October 27, 2024
- jannagalb0 contributionsThe best of Rome in one day!One of our family members recommended that we contact Rome Private Excursions to have the best experience possible as we were only in Rome for one day. We are so glad we took their advice! Communication with the office was marvelous. They were very accommodating in changing our pickup hotel and kept us updated regarding our reservation with them. Sal, short for Salvatore, picked us up and actually came inside the lobby to greet us and show us to the van. He provided so much historical information as we drove from site to site that we felt well prepared for what we were about to experience. We had clear communication about where and when to meet, and he navigated the crazy Rome traffic with great patience and expertise. The company had also made arrangements for us to have a private tour of the Vatican. We met Paula and had a delightful time going through the Vatican Museum, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica and much more. She was quick to point out the nuances of the buildings and artwork/artifacts that one would miss if not looking for it, such as the ancient tapestries that move with the viewer! Sal provided water for us in the van and took us to a cafe that had the best sandwiches, and then later he stopped by a little Gelato shop for our pleasure. We had tickets and time to see both the Vatican and the Coliseum, so we did not have to stand in line and got out to stretch our legs and to take the magnitude of the Roman Forum. Communication was clear and concise; arrangements were marvelous, and the history and sites were very well explained, and actually came alive with the level of detail both guides shared. We felt the tour was well worth our time and money and highly recommend this organization and their tours for others.Written October 25, 2024
- Trail048376718070 contributionsPrivate Excursion to AssisiOur private excursion to Assisi was fabulous. We had a great time and enjoyed the day, were on time and found a wonderful place to eat with a gorgeous view. We loved that we were able to learn more about the area from our driver and see the countryside. It was one of the best days of our trip. We would definitely recommend this to others.Written October 25, 2024
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Kevin S
1 contribution
Apr 2022 • Couples
Our guide, Manny, was simply amazing. We were able to see all of Rome's highlights in a single day. Manny took us to some sights off the beaten path that were incredible that we would have never known about on our own. He had great recommendations for food, shopping and was a true historian with a love for his city and people.
We could not have asked for anything more!
We could not have asked for anything more!
Written April 17, 2022
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Lona M
New Port Richey, FL6 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
This was a most beautiful tour! Guide Luca was considerate and knowledgeable, Allowed us to see the sights we wanted and considered our special needs as to walking. It was the perfect end to our cruise with him meeting us at the port at the time we chose and returning us safely to our hotel. We could not have been happier with his service. Highly recommend .
Written November 4, 2021
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Pat
Saint Louis, MO2 contributions
We were a family of five, retiree parents with 3 adult kids.
Sal, our driver guide was absolutely wonderful and so knowledgeable of the area and able to answer our questions. He added on some wonderful unexpected stops. Sal worked with us to tweak our schedule as the traffic and crowds became increased. He provided delicious , fun spots for lunch and gelato too!
Our vatican guide, Stephanie, was a wealth of information and shared so much. She gave us a perfect amount of time in the Vatican.
We highly recommend them both and Rome Private Excursions.
Sal, our driver guide was absolutely wonderful and so knowledgeable of the area and able to answer our questions. He added on some wonderful unexpected stops. Sal worked with us to tweak our schedule as the traffic and crowds became increased. He provided delicious , fun spots for lunch and gelato too!
Our vatican guide, Stephanie, was a wealth of information and shared so much. She gave us a perfect amount of time in the Vatican.
We highly recommend them both and Rome Private Excursions.
Written June 25, 2024
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Kathryn Shanks D
Atlanta, GA5 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Are you looking for a GREAT tour at the end of your cruise? Then book with Rome Private Excursions!
From the start of our planning process the company is a dream to work with. I got responses to all my email questions. Then we got confirmation and reminder email all the way up to our pick up date.
Angelo arrived at the port early and we were on our way to seeing EVERYTHING on our list in Rome. He even took us to a wonderful local restaurant for lunch.
Angelo was a perfect guide. Gave us information on each stop and he would drop us close by, so less walking in the hot August weather.
Be sure to book early!
From the start of our planning process the company is a dream to work with. I got responses to all my email questions. Then we got confirmation and reminder email all the way up to our pick up date.
Angelo arrived at the port early and we were on our way to seeing EVERYTHING on our list in Rome. He even took us to a wonderful local restaurant for lunch.
Angelo was a perfect guide. Gave us information on each stop and he would drop us close by, so less walking in the hot August weather.
Be sure to book early!
Written August 28, 2024
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Sharon L
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Aug 2024 • Family
We had a wonderful experience using Rome Private Excursion service. The private tour is definitely the way to go to explore the destination. Our driver was very friendly, flexible and spoke fluent English. We also had a private tour guide for Vatican city. She was absolutely amazing. She was very knowledgeable about the history and the artifacts. It was a great way to end our 10 day journey in Europe.
Written August 31, 2024
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Heather Q.
7 contributions
Oct 2019
We used RPE for a post-cruise full day tour of Rome. Our guide was John and he was fantastic! He genuinely loves the history of Rome and enjoys sharing it. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed spending the day with him and learning so much. We managed to see the Roman Forum, the Baths, the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Caesar's Palace, St. Peter's, a part of the Vatican Museum, the Sistine Chapel, the Victor Emmanuel Moment II and the Pantheon. We had seen Trevi, the Tiber, the Spanish Steps and the Crypt of the Capuchin Monks on our own the day before of he would likely include some of that too! He even suggested an off the beaten path, family owned restaurant for lunch that was affordable and absolutely delicious!!
We did hire Lucia as our private Vatican tour guide - WORTH THE MONEY. There's no way we would have a.) learned as much or b.) had nearly enough time at the Vatican without her. She was a wealth of information and was SO, SO kind and friendly with our kids (two boys, ages 4 and 5). She made an otherwise possibly boring stop for the kiddos engaging and fun by pretending they were in a James Bond movie.
We did hire Lucia as our private Vatican tour guide - WORTH THE MONEY. There's no way we would have a.) learned as much or b.) had nearly enough time at the Vatican without her. She was a wealth of information and was SO, SO kind and friendly with our kids (two boys, ages 4 and 5). She made an otherwise possibly boring stop for the kiddos engaging and fun by pretending they were in a James Bond movie.
Written October 25, 2019
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DariaChristine
Philadelphia30 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Rome Private Excursions provided us with the most enjoyable tour guide we could have hoped for! John was prompt in picking us up from the Civitavecchia port on Sunday, May 12, 2019. He told us very interesting facts while driving through the Chianti region into Rome, including why we should never order steak from a restaurant. (The cows get too much exercise, being free-roaming, therefore their meat has very little fat. Without the marbling, steaks tend to be tough). His van was comfortable and he was an expert driver.
John made sure we saw everything promised, plus some. He did not rush us. He was so knowledgable about each and every stop, and had a story for the places we just drove by, also. He took us to a cafe and treated us to espresso and pastries then later on, to a very nice restaurant for lunch.
After the 9 hour tour, John drove my husband and me to our rented apartment, and our friends, to their hotel. John used his phone to call the landlord for me and waited with us until she brought us the key. He helped with our luggage and translating. His English was perfect and his pleasant personality was an added plus.
There aren't enough nice things to say about the professionalism that John exhibited that day. If we return to Rome, we would enjoy hiring him again. In the meantime, I will recommend Rome Private Excursions and John to my friends and family. An added bonus: no payment was required until the end of our tour. Pay in euros and there's no extra credit card or exchange fee, either!
John made sure we saw everything promised, plus some. He did not rush us. He was so knowledgable about each and every stop, and had a story for the places we just drove by, also. He took us to a cafe and treated us to espresso and pastries then later on, to a very nice restaurant for lunch.
After the 9 hour tour, John drove my husband and me to our rented apartment, and our friends, to their hotel. John used his phone to call the landlord for me and waited with us until she brought us the key. He helped with our luggage and translating. His English was perfect and his pleasant personality was an added plus.
There aren't enough nice things to say about the professionalism that John exhibited that day. If we return to Rome, we would enjoy hiring him again. In the meantime, I will recommend Rome Private Excursions and John to my friends and family. An added bonus: no payment was required until the end of our tour. Pay in euros and there's no extra credit card or exchange fee, either!
Written June 27, 2019
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Eric M
Belize City, Belize1 contribution
Sep 2024 • Family
Carlo our tour guide was amazing. His knowledge and experience were at a level of a PhD in history. We could not have asked for a better Roman to educate us on this amazing city. He should be considered a cultural icon.
Written September 10, 2024
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Janet M
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Friends
5 star VIP treatment. Highly recommended. Well organised and good value for money. Driver was polite with great English
Written September 11, 2023
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Michele U
5 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Cristiano was amazing! He’s so knowledgeable and we enjoyed his company for the day. He knew how to maximize our one day in Rome so efficiently—we got to see everything we wanted. I highly recommend!
Written June 29, 2023
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can we customize this tour to start in the afternoon, around 12 or 1, from our hotel with drop
off and pick up? Does this tour come with private driver and private guide?
Written October 16, 2019
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