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Civitavecchia Shore Excursion Rome Highlights Semi Private
Product code 149354P30
From
From EUR 140
Dates
Available from Feb 19, 2026
Start times
8:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 0-99
Options
Private Option, Shared Option
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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From
From EUR 140
Civitavecchia Shore Excursion Rome Highlights Semi Private
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Duration
9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Make the most of your time in Rome with this shore excursion from Civitavecchia, designed especially for cruise passengers. Join a shared guided experience that covers Rome’s must-see landmarks and the Vatican in one unforgettable day. Meet your local driver/guide at the port and travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle to the Eternal City. Discover iconic sights such as the Colosseum (external view), Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps, with photo stops along the way. Continue to Vatican City, where you’ll explore the Vatican Museums, admire the Sistine Chapel, and visit St. Peter’s Basilica, accompanied by a professional guide. This well-organized group tour ensures smooth logistics, expert commentary, and a stress-free return to your ship. Perfect for travelers seeking a reliable, well-paced shore excursion that balances history, culture, and convenience.
Overview
Make the most of your time in Rome with this shore excursion from Civitavecchia, designed especially for cruise passengers. Join a shared guided experience that covers Rome’s must-see landmarks and the Vatican in one unforgettable day. Meet your local driver/guide at the port and travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle to the Eternal City. Discover iconic sights such as the Colosseum (external view), Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps, with photo stops along the way. Continue to Vatican City, where you’ll explore the Vatican Museums, admire the Sistine Chapel, and visit St. Peter’s Basilica, accompanied by a professional guide. This well-organized group tour ensures smooth logistics, expert commentary, and a stress-free return to your ship. Perfect for travelers seeking a reliable, well-paced shore excursion that balances history, culture, and convenience.
What's Included
Included
Experienced driver/guide who speaks good English
Pick-up and drop-off at the port of Civitavecchia
Transportation in an air conditioned vehicle.
Not included
Official tour guide
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
After disembarking your cruise ship, please take the free port shuttle bus to the main drop-off area at Via Prato del Turco, 3. Your driver will meet you there.
End point
After disembarking your cruise ship, please take the free port shuttle bus to the main drop-off area at Via Prato del Turco, 3. Your driver will meet you there.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
20 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 1
Relive the powerful past of the Roman Empire through its most enduring and iconic landmarks. Scratch under the surface of Rome of the Popes to uncover the City of the Caesars. Rome's influence can still be felt throughout the western world - in government, engineering, architecture, language, and literature. Your journey towards discovering it starts at the majestic Colosseum.
Stop 2
20 minutes
Stop 2
Continue to Circus Maximus, the vast ancient stadium once used for chariot races and public events, with commentary from your guide.
Stop 3
20 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 3
Visit the Pantheon, one of ancient Rome’s best-preserved monuments, famous for its massive concrete dome and classical design. (external visit)
Stop 4
20 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 4
Stop at Rome’s most iconic fountain. Enjoy time to admire its beauty, take photos, and make a wish like millions of visitors each year.
Stop 5
20 minutes
Stop 5
Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Spanish Steps, a masterpiece of Roman Baroque style and one of the city’s most beloved meeting points.
Stop 6
20 minutes
Stop 6
Walk through Piazza Navona, one of Rome’s most beautiful squares, featuring Bernini’s famous Fountain of the Four Rivers.
Stop 7
15 minutes
Stop 7
Pass through Piazza Venezia and admire the Vittoriano monument, dedicated to Italy’s first king, often nicknamed the “Wedding Cake.”
Stop 8
20 minutes
Stop 8
After a lunch break, your escort will accompany the group to the Vatican city where you can admire St. Peter’s Basilica the biggest church in the world designed by masters like Michelangelo and Bernini. (external visit) In high season, entrance may be restricted as queue to enter the basilica can be very long.
Stop 9
1 hour 30 minutes
Stop 9
After the Vatican visit, return comfortably to Civitavecchia Port, arriving by approximately 5:00 PM, well before cruise departure.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Please note that if mass is taking place in the Basilica of St. Peters, entrance may be restricted. In high season, lines to enter the basilica can be very long. There is no fee to enter the church but shoulders and knees must be covered.
Other
Due to strict Italian laws that protect licensed guides, drivers can only comment and explain the sights from inside the vehicle, and are not allowed to do so once they are outside the vehicle.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
16 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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