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Tours in Rome

May 19, 2011 at 11:27 am myshortstuff Leave a comment

Rome is so full of fascinating things to see and do. Where to start? A private, guided tour (1-7 people) with a native, English-speaking guide is an excellent way to see the best of what Rome has to offer, maximize your time, and gain exclusive access.

Here are tours in Rome available through RentVillas:

Driving Tours (Basic and Fully-Guided)

Rome driving tours allow you to enjoy the city’s highlights from the comfort of an air-conditioned private car. Owner/tour manager Fabrizio and his staff of trained drivers are knowledgeable, attentive, and fluent in English.

There are two types of guided driving tours: Basic and Fully-Guided. Both tour types allow you to enjoy “front door” access. There’s no need to make the long trek from parking lot to entrance!

• Basic Tours offer the comfort and convenience of having a local escort and air-conditioned car, but give you the independence of exploring tour stops on your own. 
• Fully-Guided Tours offer a complete historical explanation of each stop, as well as additional insider information shared while en route. 

Full-Day Basic Tour (7 hours) or Full-Day Fully-Guided Tour (8 hours)

These private driving tours uncover the secrets of the Eternal city and the finest artistic and architectural examples of the Classical, Christian, Baroque and Jewish periods. Please note that both Full-Day tour options include a stop for lunch at a locale selected by your guide; cost is extra.Total cost per Full-Day Basic Tour for 1-7 people: 375 Euros; Total cost per Full-Day Fully-Guided Tour for 1-7 people: 475 Euros.

ADMISSION FEES: Admission fees per person are extra and paid on the spot.

–Coliseum: 12 Euros per person

–Catacombs: 8 Euros per person

PICK UP/DROP OFF: Your guide will meet you at your apartment or at another central location in Rome. This service is included in the tour price.

Half-Day Basic Tour (3 hours) or Half-Day Fully-Guided Tour (4 hours)

These private driving tours includes the Eternal City’s main sights, including examples of the Classical, Christian, and Renaissance periods. Total cost per Half-Day Basic Tour for 1-7 people: 187.50 Euros; Total cost per Half-Day Fully-Guided Tour for 1-7 people: 250 Euros.

ADMISSION FEES: Admission fees per person are extra and paid on the spot.

–Catacombs: 8 Euros per person

PICK UP/DROP OFF: Your guide will meet you at your apartment or at another central location in Rome. This service is included in the tour price.

Just for Kids Walking Tours: There are two guided walking itineraries designed to appeal to children (and their parents!)

• Tour 1 (3 hours): Ideal for kids who are 6+, Tour 1 includes stops at the Coliseum and the Roman and Imperial Forums; a book with overlay (which allows them to see reconstructions) is a helpful learning tool. Also included is a visit to 3D Rome Rewind, an audio-visual learning center where you can view a fascinating video presentation featuring the heart of Imperial Rome in 310 AD, faithfully reconstructed and brought to life in 3D.Total cost per Just For Kids Tour for 1-7 people: 225 Euros. Please note that for an additional cost car service is available: 187.50 Euros for 1-7 people.

ADMISSION FEES: Admission fees per person are extra and paid on the spot.

–3D Rome Rewind: 0-12 years 8 Euros, adults 15 Euros

–Coliseum: 12 Euros

• Tour 2 (3 hours): A nice fit for kids of all ages, Tour 2 includes stops to the Trevi Fountain (kids loving throwing coins and tasting the renowned gelato sold nearby), Piazza Navona, and Explora, Il Museo dei Bambini di Roma, a hands-on educational museum for children. Total cost per Just For Kids Tour for 1-7 people: 225 Euros. Please note that for an additional cost car service is available: 187.50 Euros for 1-7 people.

ADMISSION FEES: Admission fees per person are extra and paid on the spot:

–Explora, Il Museo dei Bambini di Roma: 0-1 years free, 1-3 years 3 Euros, 3+-adult 7 Euros

PICK UP/DROP OFF: According to local custom, your guide will meet you at your apartment or location of your choice in the city center. He/she will then call a taxi and you will travel by taxi  to the first itinerary stop. Return transportation is also by taxi. Please note that taxi fares for you and your guide are not included in the tour price and are an extra cost to you.  Also, standard-size taxi’s will accommodate 3-4 people; there are also taxi vans available.

Walking Tour of Ancient Rome (3 hours)

Discover the wonders of the Coliseum and the Roman Forum in this 3-hour walking tours. These massive sites were built during the epoch of the Caesars, between the reigns of Augustus and Constantine. Enjoy an informative discussion of the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. Total cost per tour for 1-7 people: 225 Euros.

ADMISSION FEES: Admission fees per person are extra and paid on the spot:

Coliseum: 12 Euros

PICK UP/DROP OFF: According to local custom, your guide will meet you at your apartment or location of your choice in the city center. He/she will then call a taxi and you will travel by taxi  to the first itinerary stop. Return transportation is also by taxi. Please note that taxi fares for you and your guide are not included in the tour price and are an extra cost to you.  Also, standard-size taxi’s will accommodate 3-4 people; there are also taxi vans available.

Rome by Night Driving Tour (2 hours)

Take an after-dinner drive and then stroll through piazzas and admire the fountains under moonlight. You’ll enjoy unmatched views of the Forum Romanum from Capitoline Hill and Michelangelo’s dome of St. Peter’s Basilica. Total cost per tour for 1-7 people: 187.50 Euros

PICK UP/DROP OFF: Your guide will meet you at your apartment or another central location in Rome. This service is included in the tour price.

Vatican Walking Tours (2-3 hours)

These walking tours include exclusive visits to the Vatican Galleries, Papal Art Collection, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Learn the significance of works of Greek and Roman ancient art, as well as the fine works of Raphael, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. There are two options: Fully-Guided or Escorted (no historical explanation):

• Fully-Guided Vatican Walking Tour with English-speaking tour guide (includes historical explanation; 3 hours): Total cost per tour for 1-7 people: 325 Euros

• Escorted Walking Tour (no historical explanation; 2 hours): Total cost per tour for 1-7 people: 150 Euros

ADMISSION FEES: Admission fees per person are extra and paid on the spot.

–For an additional cost, advance reservations for the Vatican Galleries are available: adults 24 Euros; children ages 7-12: 14 Euros. Children under 6 are free.

PICK UP/DROP OFF: According to local custom, your guide will meet you at your apartment or location of your choice in the city center. He/she will then call a taxi and you will travel by taxi  to the first itinerary stop. Return transportation is also by taxi. Please note that taxi fares for you and your guide are not included in the tour price and are an extra cost to you.  Also, standard-size taxi’s will accommodate 3-4 people; there are also taxi vans available.

For reservations: Please contact RentVillas at (800) 726-6702. A 20% non-refundable deposit is required. Upon receipt of the deposit, you will be put in direct contact with the Tour Guide, who will be able to answer your specific questions regarding the details of the tour, including balance payment, extra costs, and the meeting time and place. We recommend that reservations be made at least two months prior to your departure.

*Note: Unless otherwise stated, prices for Rome Tours do not include meals, museum entrance fees, transfers, or gratuities. Prices for driving tours include pick-up and drop-off in Rome (at your apartment or other central location). The order of the tour stops may change depending on local conditions.

Photos courtesy of:

Titoy’ @Flickr (Colosseum)

HarshLight @Flickr (Roman Forum)

jo.in.pink @Flickr (Vatican City)

Steph & Adam Kahtava @Flickr (Roma at night)

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