Walk in the footsteps of giants on this guided tour through the heart of the Roman Empire. Travel back in time, embraced by 360 degrees of jaw dropping Roman architecture. Learn the history behind it all, from the minute to the magnificent.
Pause to contemplate the genius that took the Colosseum from concept to reality in 70/80 AD, centuries before the advent of modern engineering. Once the most famous meeting place in the world, the amphitheater is estimated to have once held 50,000/80,000 spectators. Your Gray Line pass will allow you to skip hours of long lines to enter the Colosseum directly. Once inside, breathe in the bloody past of the edifice, brought to life again by your passionate, expert guide. Standing for nearly two millennia, the structure has been a symbol of both glory and scorn, serving vastly different purposes over the course of history.
Just outside, you'll see the magnificent Arch of Constantine. Continuing the walking tour, discover the excavated ruins of the Roman Forum archaeological site, where many structures remain intact to this day. For a city founded in 753 BC, this is no small feat. Continue exploring the breathtaking Palatine Hill, ending your tour with a deeper connection to the history of Rome and a strong foundation of knowledge. On the Palatine Romulus and Remus were found by a she-wolf that kept them alive; this is how Rome received its name - from Romulus, the legend has it. On the other hand Rome might derive its name by the Etruscan word Rhumon for river. We will never know. What we know is that Rome has gained in popularity over that last 2,000 years and has now proven that the nickname of Eternal City fits it just perfectly.
Suitable for:
Solo
Couples
Groups
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Additional information
- Duration: 3 hours
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Experience
* Skip-the-line access to the archaeological wonders of Rome
* Visit inside of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
* Private tour by a professional guide
* Tour with pick up
Included
* Tickets to the Colosseum and the archaeological area
* Professional guided walking tour
* Pick up from centrally located hotels
* Drop off
Not included
* Food or beverages
* Tips
* Optional gratuities
Essential Information
* For security reasons the site’s staff has the right to refuse the entrance of Visitors without a valid Passport or ID: please carry a valid document to avoid any inconveniences.
* hotel transfer servicePickup service is provided from centrally located hotels. Hotel pickup may be as early as one hour prior to tour start time. Please be ready in your hotel lobby 10 minutes prior to the agreed pickup time.
* Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue.
* The archaeological area involves walking on medium-hard floors, please wear comfortable shoes and be ready for rain or shine.
* The areas are not wheelchair accessible and not suitable for individuals who have difficulty walking.
* Time schedule for private tours will be confirmed at time of reservation request, unless differently indicated on the itinerary.
* Tours start and end at centrally located hotels or areas designated by the client (centrally located).
Important Notes:
* Please advise your clients, upon their arrival in Rome, to call our office to reconfirm all the pick-up times of their excursions.
* Prices for museums and sites could be increased or extra fees for temporary exhibitions might be applied by their Managing Companies without prior notice: this is beyond our control and we cannot be deemed responsible for these changes.
These increases are applicable also on bookings previously confirmed: the extra charge will have to be paid in cash at the time of departure if no different indications are given.
* A supplement may incur for services booked on special dates e.g. festivities, bank holidays, Sundays etc. We will inform about the supplement during the reservation confirmation.
Supplements & Notes:
* Entrance fees to monuments are not included if not mentioned under Inclusions.
* Cancellation policy: it will be communicated at the moment of the final confirmation.
ALL RATES ARE PER PERSON
Cancellation Fees:
Until 15 working days before departure no penalty
Between 14 & 7 working days before departure 25%
From 6 to 4 working days before departure 50%
From 3 days or no-show 100%
Working days: from Monday to Friday.
In case of a different cancellation policy applies, we will notify it at the moment of the booking.
Essential Information
Discovering the ruins of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum & the Palatine Hill will be fun and instructive!
