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Private Walking Tours in RomePrivate Tours

Possibility of guide for 3 /4 hours

of following itineraries:

• − Vatican Museum -Sistine Chapel - Basilica of St.

Peter's

• − Ancient Rome with Colisseum- Forums - Piazza

Venezia - Pantheon

• − Day or Night : Walking tour with the main squares:

Trevi fountain - Spanish square - Pantheon - Piazza

Navona

• − Christian Rome tour of the 4 basilicas : St. Peter's

Basilica - St. Mary Major - St. Paul Outside the walls -

St. John the Lateran

We can combine 2 of the following to have a full day

tour .

Being a personalized tour the itinerary is always made

to fit the clients interest.

Sightseeing - Excursion in Rome / Private Walking Tours in Rome

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Guided City Tour in RomeGroup Tours

ROME PRESTIGE - Vatican City /

Vatican Museum / Sistine Chapel

/ St. Peter's Basilicamonolingual tour OPERATESONLY

IN ENGLISHOR INSPANISH

You will travel by private bus to Vatican City. In the

Vatican Museum, you will be shown a fine collection of

antiques. The visit includes: the Pio-Clementino halls

(the Laocoon and Apollo Belvedere), The Candelabra

Gallery, The fascinating Tapestry Gallery, The Gallery of

Maps, The world famous Sistine Chapel, decorated by

Michelangelo. The tour will then proceed to St. Peter's

Basilica, where you will view the art treasures of the

largest Roman Catholic Church in the world, including

Michelangelo's Pietà. Important: Guided tours of St.

Peter's are not allowed if religious ceremonies are

taking place inside or outside the Basilica. Visitors

wearing shorts or sleeveless tops are not admitted to

churches. For clients in wheelchairs the Museum

obbliges them to do a different route which does not

allow them to follow the same itinerary of the organized

tour. It is absolutely forbidden to bring into the Museum

backpacks, umbrellas or metal objects.

Note: On Wednesday when there is a Papal Audience in

Vatican City there is a possibility that the Basilica will be

closed to the public.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning, except Sundays and

Catholic Holidays.

DEPARTURE_ From VastoursTerminal at 8.30

a.m.approx. or free pick-up service at hotels between

7.45 a.m.and 8.15 a.m. approx.

LENGTH_ 4 hours approx

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning, except Sundays and

Catholic Holidays.





ROME OF THE CAESARS -

Roman Forum / Coliseum /

Michelangelo's Mosesmonolingual tour OPERATESONLYI

N ENGLISHOR INSPANISH

You will be taken to Piazza Venezia, where you will see

the imposing memorial to Victor Emanuel II. The tour

will then proceed to the Roman Forum, where the

Senate House, the basilicas and the temples of the

major gods are located. After walking down the Via

Sacra and passing by the Arch of Titus, you will visit the

Coliseum, surrounded by impressive monuments such

as the ruins of the Arch of Constantine the Great.The

last stop on your tour will be the 5th century Christian

Basilica of St. Peter's in Chains, where you will see the

world famous Statue of Moses by Michelangelo. At the

end of the tour stop in the "Virtual Museum of Ancient

Rome" for a virtual journey through Imperial Rome. A 30

minute show that will give you a better understanding of

the magnificent archaeological sites that you see

walking around Rome today. In a unique reconstruction

of the entire ancient city of Rome of 310 AD created by

the world's leading group of archaelogists, historians

and virtual reality graphics designers, you will be

catapulted into the city's past using cutting-edge 3D

Sightseeing - Excursion in Rome / Guided City Tour in Rome

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technologies and digital animation. Return to hotels or

nearest point. Important: From November 1st to March

31th, due to the earlier winter closing time of the Roman

Forum, the visit and the commentary will be operated

from the hilltop of the Capitol, in addition to the

breathtaking, view of the whole Archaeological area,

without missing the amazing walk alongside the Imperial

Forums of Nerva, Augustus, Trajan and Caesar.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the afternoon

DEPARTURE_ From Vastours Terminal at 3.00 p.m.

approx. or free pick-up service at hotels between 2.15

p.m. and 2.45 p.m. approx.


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012






VILLA BORGHESE - The Art

Gallery / the Park / Pincio's

Terrace / Spanish Stepsmonolingual tour OPERATESONLYI

N ENGLISH, SPANISH AND IN

FRENCH

A "must" in Rome - apart from the usual tours - is Villa

Borghese, in itself worth a trip to Italy. Our Tour starts at

the Borghese Gallery, renowned for centuries as "the

sovereign of a l l pr ivate ar t col lect ions" wi th

masterpieces that the Borgheses (Pope Paul V

belonged to that family) have amassed in their tasteful

summer residence since 1600. Bernini as a sculptor,

Raphael, Caravaggio, Tiziano, are just some of the

highlights of an incredible wealth of art, ranging from

ancient Rome up to the Neoclassical style, the latter

epitomized by Canova's famous nude of Paolina

Bonaparte. The second part of the Tour will be

outdoors, through the delightful Borghese Park, the

Pincio Terrazza with its breath-taking view, the Spanish

Steps down to Piazza di Spagna, the heart of a paradise

for fashion conscious shoppers and selective gourmets.

From this central point most of the hotels are at walking

distance or easily reachable. Our guide will be at your

disposal for directions or any advice. We recommended

to book at least one day in advance.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

DEPARTURE_ From Vastours Terminal at 8.30 a.m.


a.m. and 8.15 a.m. approx.


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.





FULL DAY COMBINATION withlunch - Vatican City and Rome ofthe Caesarstour OPERATESONLYIN ENGLISHOR INSPANISH

Same itinerary as per Tours A/1 and B/1 with lunch

included.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning except Sunday and

Catholic holidays





SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning except Sunday and


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Catholic holidays





ST.PETER'S BASILICA TOURMonolingual guided Walking Tour

Visit St. Peter's Basilica accompanied by an authorized

Basilica guide.

Discover 2000 years of history and faith celebrated

through the universal language of art. Participants

benefit from privileged "no queue" entrance into the

Basilica. Not a traditional Guided tour, this is a journey

into the heart of Christianity where spiritual and artistic

excellence in exemplified in the masterpieces by

renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Bernini and

Raphael. Enter into this extraordinary sanctuary and

discover the faith and stories of Popes, artists and

pilgrims . The embrace of Piazza San Pietro's

colonnade, the serenity of the Pietà, the slendor of the

Dome and the magnificent Baldachin testify to

humanskind's desire to reach the Divine.

TOUR MEETING POINT: End of the right hand side

colonnade of St. Peter's square, when facing the

Basilica.

ENGLISH: at 9.30am, 10,30am, 11,30am, 2.30pm

SPANISH: at 9.30am, 10,30am, 11,30am, 2.30pm

FRENCH: at 9.30am, 10,30am, 11,30am, 2.30pm

No shorts, no sleeveless outfits permitted in the

Cathedral.

Tour with headset

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily except Wednesday, Sundays and

religious holidays

DEPARTURE_ Colonnade of St. Peter' s Square

LENGTH_ 1,30 hours approx

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily except Wednesday, Sundays and

religious holidays

DEPARTURE_ Colonnade of St. Peter' s Square

LENGTH_ 1,30 hours approx

MONUMENTAL ROME - StPeter's Basilica / Piazza Navona/ Pantheon / Trevi Fountain

Villa Borghese Park - St. Angel's Castle - St. Peter's

Square - St. Peter's Basilica (visit) to admire, among

others, the Pietà by Michelangelo » Piazza Navona

(visit), with the Four Rivers Fountain, Bernini's

masterpiece - Pantheon (visit), built in the 1st Century

b.C.with the widest dome in the world. - Piazza Colonna

with the Column of Marcus Aurelius - the famous Trevi

Fountain (visit).

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning.





SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning.





ANCIENT ROME - Capitol /Coliseum / Basilica of St. Paul'soutside the walls

Quirinal Square, with the Presidential Palace - Piazza

Venezia towered by the imposing "Vittoriano".The

Capitol square, a unique treasure of history and art,

where Michelangelo's noble architecture blends with


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Roman times masterpieces. The view from there over

the Roman Forum, the most fascinating archaeological

area in the world, will leave you breathless. » The

Coliseum (visit), the most famous monument ever built,

symbol itself of Rome's majesty and eternity.» St.

Paul's-outside-the-walls (visit) built where the Apostle of

the People is buried. Return to hotels or nearest point.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012



approx. or free

pickup service at hotels between 1.45 p.m. and 2.15

p.m. approx.


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012



approx. or free pickup service at hotels between 2.15



ARTISTIC ROME - VaticanMuseums and Sistine Chapel

Crossing the Aurelian Walls and the Park of Villa

Borghese, we reach the Vatican Museums. During the

visit you will admire: the Pio-Clementino halls,

replenished with Roman masterpieces, like the Laocoon

or the Torso and Apollo Belvedere, the Candelabra

Gallery, the beautiful Tapestry Gallery, the interesting

cartographic study in the Maps Gallery and, above all,

the Sistine Chapel, where Popes are elected, with the

famous Genesis, and Last Judgement by Michelangelo,

recently restored.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the morning (except Sunday and

Catholic Holidays)

DEPARTURE_ From Vastours, Terminal at 8.30 a.m. or

free pickup service at the hotels between 07.45 a.m.

and 07.15 a.m


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012


Catholic Holidays)


free pickup service at the hotels between 07.45 a.m.

and 07.15 a.m

LENGTH_ 3 hours approx.

ARTISTIC ROME - VaticanMuseums and Sistine Chapel

Crossing the Aurelian Walls and the Park of Villa

Borghese, we reach the Vatican Museums. During the

visit you will admire: the Pio-Clementino halls,

replenished with Roman masterpieces, like the Laocoon

or the Torso and Apollo Belvedere, the Candelabra

Gallery, the beautiful Tapestry Gallery, the interesting

catographic study in the Maps Gallery and, above all,

the Sistine Chapel, where Popes are elected, with the

famous Genesis, and Last Judgement by Michelangelo,

recently restored. Return to hotels or nearest point.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012


Catholic Holidays)

DEPARTURE_ From Vastours, Terminal at 3.00 p.m. or

free pickup service at the hotels between 02.15 p.m.

and 02.45 p.m


CHRISTIAN ROME - Basilica OfSt. Mary Major / Holy Stairs /Basilica Of St. John's In Lateran/ Old Appian Way

Piazza Barberini with the Triton Fountain by Bernini. »


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St. Mary Major (visit) the most beautiful Basilica

dedicated to Mary Mother of Christ with gorgeous

mosaics and the relics of Jesus' cradle. » St. John's in

Lateran (visit) cathedral of Rome and first Papal

residence with masterpieces from Middle Ages to

Baroque. Stop at the Holy Stairs. Through the first part

of the Appian Way, with a view at the Domine Quo

Vadis Chapel, we reach the Catacombs (visit), the

ancient underground Cemeteries and extraordinary

expression of faith of the early Christians. Return to

hotels or nearest point.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012.



approx. or free

pickup service at hotels between 1.45 p.m. and 2.15

p.m. approx.


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012



free

pickup service at the hotels between 02.15 a.m. and

02.45 a.m

LENGTH _ 3 hours approx.

Tour A (Tour 1+2 with lunch)

St. Peter's Basilica_PiazzaNavona_Pantheon_Trevi

Fountain_Capitol_Coliseum_Basilica Of St. Paul's

Outside The Walls

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

Tour B (Tour 3+4 with lunch)

Vatican Museums_Sistine Chapel_Basilica Of St. Mary

Major_Basilica Of St. John's In Lateran_Holy Stairs_Old

Appian Way_Catacombs

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

Tour C (Tour 3+2 with lunch)

V a t i c a n M u s e u m s _ S i s t i n e

Chapel_Capitol_Coliseum_Basilica Of St. Paul's

Outside The Walls

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

Tour D (Tour 1+4 with lunch)

St. Peter's Basilica_Piazza Navona_Pantheon_Trevi

Fountain_Basilicas Of St. Mary Major and St. John's In

Lateran_Holy Stairs_Old Appian Way_Catacombs

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

Tour E (Tour 1+3bis with lunch)

St. Peter's Basilica_Piazza Navona_Pantheon_Trevi

Fountain _

Vatican Museums_Sistine Chapel

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PAPAL BLESSING in CastelGandolfo


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Through the Villa Borghese gardens and after crossing

the Tiber we reach St. Peter's Square. Short stop to

admire the Basilica and, along the Lungotevere, the

Tiberine Island, the Circus Maximus, Caracalla Baths

and the Old Appian Way, we drive up to Castelgandolfo,

where you will attend the Papal Blessing and listen to

the words that the Pope uses to address the faithful.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ From July to August: Sunday in the morning





PAPAL AUDIENCE in St. Peter's

After crossing the Villa Borghese gardens and passing

in front of Castel Sant'Angelo, the ancient Popes

Fortress, we reach St. Peter 's Square where,

accompanied by the guide, you will be admitted to the

Papal Audience. After a hopeful message pronounced

in various languages, his Holyness will impart his

blessing.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Wednesday, in the morning (unless the Pope

is absent)


approx. or free pickup service at hotels between 6,30

a.m. and 7,00 a.m. approx

LENGTH 3 hours approx.

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012


is absent)



a.m. and 7.00 a.m. approx


ROME ILLUMINATED - TreviFountain / Coliseum / PiazzaVenezia / St. Peter's Basilica /Piazza Navona

" Rediscover Rome in a magical atmosphere created by

romantic lighting". Via Veneto, the Dolce Vita street,

Piazza Barberini with the Triton Fountain by Bernini,

Piazza Venezia with the " Vittoriano", Via dei Fori

Imperiali, the Coliseum, the Arch of Constantine, the

Palatine, the Temple of Vesta, the Theatre of Marcello,

the Capitol, Tiberine Island, the Synagogue, St. Angel' s

Castle, St. Peter's Square and Basilica. During this

panoramic tour of the city the guide will take you to visit

the famous Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona, the

baroque square, cosmopolitan meeting place. Return to

hotels or nearest point.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily in the evening except December 24th

and 31st

DEPARTURE_ From Vastours Terminal at 8,00 p.m.


p.m. and 7.45 p.m.


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily, in the evening



p.m. and 7.45 p.m.


ROME BY NIGHT WITH DINNERAND MUSIC




Piazza Venezia with the "Vittoriano", Via dei Fori


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the Capitol, Tiberine Island, the Synagogue, St. Angel's





hotels or nearest point. After the tour enjoy an Italian

dinner in a restaurant accompanied with music by one

or more folkloric singers. Return to hotels.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily in the evening except December 24th

and 31st



p.m. and 7.45 p.m.


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012




p.m. and 7.45 p.m.


ROME BY NIGHT WITH PIZZAAND MUSIC




Piazza Venezia with the "Vittoriano" , Via dei Fori



the Capitol, Tiberine Island, the Synagogue, St. Angel's





hotels or nearest point. After the tour enjoy your own

pizza dinner, pizza that you will be taught to make on

the premises. Dinner will be accompanied with music by

one or more folkloric singers. Return to hotels or nearest

point.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012




p.m. and 7.45 p.m.


Open BUS Tour - Rome in oneticket, every day all year roundVisit Rome by open-top double-

decker bus. hop-on and hop-off

whenever you wish all day long.

hostess on board. Validity running

from the moment of purchase

DROP OFF

Concerning the DROP OFF service at the end

of our excursions please check these

schedules:

Tour: Monumental Rome

Tour: Rome Prestige

Tour: Artistic Rome

Tour: Tivoli a.m.

Tour: Papal Blessing

Tour: Papal Audience

AT THE END OF THESE TOURS YOU CAN

GET OFF AT ONE OF THE FOLLOWING

STOPS

1) VIA VENETO, 2) BARBERINI SQUARE, 3)

REPUBLIC SQUARE,

4) St. Mary Major SQUARE, 5) VASTOUR

BUS TERMINAL

FOR ALL OTHER TOURS THE DROP OFF

WILL BE AT THE HOTEL OR VICINITY


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ACCORDING TO TRAFFIC CONDITIONS.


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Guided City Tour From RomeGroup Tours

TIVOLI - Adrian's Villa and Villa

d'Este

After approx. 45' drive we reach Adrian's Villa (visit), the

largest and most luxurious country residence of all times

with its gorgeous array of imperial palaces, thermal

baths, temples, theatres and pools. A short drive will

take us to Tivoli where we will visit Villa d'Este, one of

the most enchanting of the late Renaissance, home of

Lucretia Borgia's son, famous for its gardens, marvelous

fountains, waterfalls and centenary trees.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday in the

morning


a.m.approx. or free pickup service at hotels between



SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday in the

afternoon





full day combination_ Tours with Lunch

ROMAN COUNTRYSIDE & WINETASTING

Castelgandolfo (stop), the summer residence of the

Pope with a view of his famous lake - Albano, former

Albalonga, where Rome founders came from - Ariccia

with a breathtaking bridge - Rocca di Papa -

Grottaferrata - Frascati. The tour is concludedat a 14th

century hamlet, built over a Roman road, nowadays

operated by a prestigious wine and olive oil maker.

There you will be treated at a tasting of the house

products and also led through the historical section of

the farm and through the various phases of the birth of a

great "DOC" wine. Return to hotels or nearest point.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Monday and Saturday in the afternoon




LENGTH_ 3.30 hours approx

PAPAL BLESSING in CastelGandolfo

Through the Villa Borghese gardens and after crossing

the Tiber we reach St. Peter's Square. Short stop to

admire the Basilica and, along the Lungotevere, the

Tiberine Island, the Circus Maximus, Caracalla Baths

and the Old Appian Way, we drive up to Castelgandolfo,

where you will attend the Papal Blessing and listen to

the words that the Pope uses to address the faithful.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

Sightseeing - Excursion in Rome / Guided City Tour From Rome

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PERIOD_ From July to August: Sunday in the morning





PAPAL AUDIENCE in St. Peter's

After crossing the Villa Borghese gardens and passing

in front of Castel Sant'A ngelo, the ancient Popes

Fortress, we reach St. Peter 's Square where,

accompanied by the guide, you will be admitted to the

Papal Audience. After a hopeful message pronounced

in various languages, his Holyness will impart his

blessing.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012


is absent)


approx. or free pickup service at hotels between 6,30

a.m. and 7,00 a.m. approx


SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012


is absent)



a.m. and 7.00 a.m. approx


NAPLES - CAPRI - ANACAPRI

We leave Rome southwards along the Autostrada del

Sole. Arrival in Naples and embark to the Island of

Capri, the most famous in the Mediterranean. Upon

arrival, weather permitting, visit the Blue Grotto, a

miracle of equilibrium among water, light and re-

flections of wonderful seafloors. A panoramic tour by

minibuses of the island with a stop at the characteristic

village of Anacapri.

After lunch free time for shopping and then back to

Marina Grande to embark the boat to Naples. Proceed

to Rome with arrival at the hotels or nearest point at

about 8.30 pm.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_Daily





NAPLES - POMPEI

Leave Rome along the Autostrada del Sole southwards.

Halfway to Naples, view of the Abbey of Montecassino,

Upon arrival in Naples a 30' stop in the historical center

where you will be able to admire Piazza del Municipio,

Umberto Gallery, San Carlo Theatre, Piazza del

Plebiscito and the Royal Palace. Proceed to Pompeii

and stop for a visit to an ancient cameos and coral

factory. After lunch visit of the excavations. 19 Centuries

ago during the summer of 79 a.C., Vesuvius suddenly

reerupted completely destroying Pompei i and

Herculaneum. Its ashes, gases and hot clouds claimed

numerous lives but at the same time preserved the

existing environment and a way of life typical of the

ancient Roman society at its height. The layer of ashes

preserved intact people and everyday items, food and

domestic animals, all remained steady and hidden until

the first half of 18th Century when regular digs were

organized. Continue to Rome with arrival at the hotels or

nearest point at about 8.30 p.m.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ daily except December 25th and January 1st





SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012


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PERIOD_ Daily



a.m. and 7.00 a.m.


NAPLES - CAPRI / 2 days

1st day: ROME / NAPLES / CAPRI _ Leave Rome

towards Naples, and embark to the island of Capri.

Transfer to the hotel, lunch and rest of day at leisure.

Dinner and overnight at hotel.

2nd day: CAPRI / NAPLES / ROME _ Breakfast at hotel.

Proceed to the harbour and meet the guide. Weather

permitting, visit the Blue Grotto. After a visit of the

Augustus Gardens we proceed to the famous Piazzetta,

meeting point of the international jet-set. Tour of the

island of Capri and visit Anacapri by minibus. After lunch

transfer to the harbour to embark the boat to Naples.

Departure to Rome. Arrival at the hotels or nearby at

8.30 pm approx.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily



a.m. and 7.00 a.m.

LENGTH_ 2 days, 1 night in Capri.

NAPOLI - POMPEII - SORRENTO- CAPRI / 3 days

1st day: ROME / NAPLES / POMPEII / SORRENTO _

Leave Rome for Naples, short city tour and proceed to

Pompeii. Stop for a visit to an ancient cameos and coral

Factory. Lunch and visit the excavations. Continue to

Sorrento for dinner and overnight at hotel.

2nd day: SORRENTO / CAPRI _Breakfast at hotel.

Leave by steamer to Capri. On arrival, weather

permitting, visit of the Blue Grotto. After a visit of the

Augustus Gardens and a stop in the famous Piazzetta,

tour of the island by minibus with visit of Capri and

Anacapri. Lunch and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and

overnight.

3rd day: CAPRI / NAPLES / ROME _Breakfast at hotel.

Morning at leisure. Lunch at the hotel and in the

afternoon transfer to Marina Grande to embark to

Naples. Departure to Rome. Arrival at the hotels or

nearby around 8.30 p.m.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

do not operate

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily

DEPARTURE_ From Vastours Terminal at 7.15 a.m. or

free pickup service at hotels between 6.30 a.m. and

7.00 a.m. approx

LENGTH_ 3 days, 1 night in Sorrento and 1 night in

Capri.

NAPLES - POMPEII -SORRENTO - CAPRI / 2 days

1st day: ROME / NAPLES - POMPEII / SORRENTO _

Leave Rome southwards. After a brief tour of Naples

continue to Pompeii. Stop for a visit to an ancient

cameos and coral Factory. After Lunch visit the

excavations of this Roman town buried under the ashes

of nearby Vesuvius in 79 A.C. Proceed then to Sorrento

for dinner and overnight.

2nd day: SORRENTO / CAPRI / ROME _ After

breakfast at the hotel, leave by steamer to the Island of

Capri. On arrival, weather permitting, visit on a row boat,

the Blue Grotto. Visit of the Augustus Gardens and a

stop in the famous Piazzetta. Minibuses will take us up

to Anacapri. After lunch back to Marina Grande to board

the return steamer to Naples, from where the journey

back to Rome starts. Arrival at the hotels or nearest

point at about 8.30 pm.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily except December 25th and January 1st



a.m. and 7.00 a.m.


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LENGTH_ 2 days, 1 night in Sorrento.

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily.



a.m. and 7.00 a.m.

LENGTH_ 2 days, 1 night in Sorrento.

NAPLES - POMPEII -SORRENTO - CAPRI

1st day: ROME / NAPLES / POMPEII / SORRENTO

_Itinerary as per Tour 16.

2nd day: SORRENTO _ Half board at hotel. Day at

leisure for personal activities.

3rd day: SORRENTO / CAPRI / ROME _ After breakfast

at hotel leave by steamer to Capri. On arrival, weather

permitting, visit on a row boat the Blue Grotto. Visit of

the Augustus Gardens and stop in the famous

Piazzetta. Minibuses will take us up to Anacapri. After

lunch back to Marina Grande to embark the steamer

back to Naples, from where the journey back to Rome

starts. Arrival at the hotels or nearest point at about 8.30

p.m.

WINTER 01/11/2011 - 31/03/2012

PERIOD_ Daily except December 25th and January 1st



a.m. and 7.00 a.m.

LENGTH_ 3 days, 2 nights in Sorrento.

SUMMER 01/04/2012 - 31/10/2012

PERIOD_ Daily,



a.m. and 7.00 a.m.

LENGTH_ 3 days, 2 nights in Sorrento.


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A Day in RomePrivate Tours

A t a s t e o f e t e r n i t y i n t h e

monuments, in the streets and in

the squares of one of the most

beautiful cities of the world

A journey through history, from the origins of western

civilization to our days, in a fabric of the city, UNESCO

world heritage, which preserves exceptional testimonies

from every age, from the imposing monuments of the

old town to the paleochristian basilicas and to the

masterpieces inherited from the Byzantine and

Renaissance periods, from the artistic and monumental

heritage of Papal Rome and of the Baroque period to

the lively cultural dynamism of the modern city. Live the

unique atmosphere of this city, which has been the

melting pot of races, and the meeting place of cultures

for millenniums. For this reason, the city has always

been considered the emblematic capital of the

Mediterranean. On your arrival in Rome you will be

greeted by an expert local Guide who will lead you on

an unforgettable walk to the discovery of the heart of the

city. Be enwrapped by liveliness of Piazza di Spagna,

with the splendid Spanish Steps (18th century) and

Trinità dei Monti, admire the famous streets of luxury

shopping surrounding the centre and then you reach the

enchanting Trevi Fountain, always swarmed with

tourists who desire to visit the place that is the symbol of

the "dolce vita", the sweet life. Then, walking along the

characteristic streets of the old centre you will reach the

ancient Pantheon Temple (II century BC.) with the

amazing open dome that is still the largest in the world.

Finally enjoy the splendor of Piazza Navona, raised in

the area of the ancient stadium of the Emperor

Domitian, with, at the centre, the perfectly preserved

wonderful "Fountain of the four rivers", a masterpiece by

Bernini. At the end of the tour you will have free time to

appreciate, among many other things, the famous

Roman cuisine by having lunch in one of inviting

restaurants of the city centre. Your driver will then take

you for a wonderful panoramic tour during which you

can admire the most important monuments of Imperial

Rome: the Colosseum (72 AD), symbol of the city, the

archaeological area of the Roman Forum, Piazza

Venezia, with the impressive monument named

Vittoriano and finally, on the other side of the River

Tiber, you will reach Saint Peter's Square, the centre of

Christianity, with the splendid Basilica dominated by the

dome designed by Michelangelo and surrounded by

Bernini's monumental colonnade. At the end of the visit,

you will say goodbye to the city from the splendid

panoramic terrace of the Gianicolo Park with a

suggestive and warm embrace.

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ColosseumMuseum

Colosseum Guided Tour: An official Colosseum guide

leads a 45-minute tour in English. Tours are offered at

9:30, 10:15, 11:00, 11:45, 12:30, 1:45, 3:00. Until

October 30, an additional evening tour is offered at 4:15.

The Construction of the Colosseum was started under

the emperor Vespavian and was completed by his son

Titus in 80 A.D. Originally named the amphitheatre of

Flavio, it became known as the colosseum because of

an enormous bronze statue of Nero which in the second

century A.D. was placed near by the monument. The

building was used for gladiator f ights, hunting

simulations involving ferocious and exotic animals and

similar entertainments. The building was constructed

with blocks of stone and brickwork. The outside is

composed of four levels , the first three of which are

made up of 80 arches while the fourth is divided into

sections interspersed with windows. On this level were

placed both stone and wooden supports which held an

enormous canopy which served as a roof to protect the

spectators from the elements. The brickwork on the

inner building was finished with a marble veneer. The

arena itself was a huge wooden floor covered with sand

while the subterranean passages consisted of a series

of tunnels where the wild beasts and various equipment

used during spectacles were held. Holding up to 73.000

spectators, entrance to the Colosseum was regulated

through a ticket system, with each ticket indicating

where the holder should go through the internal

passages and corridors to find his or her seat.

NOTES:

- Last Admission: 6:00PM

- Museum entrance rules: You must be at the museum

15 minutes before your scheduled entrance time to

redeem your tickets

- Your reservation vouchers will be delivered to you only

after we process your request and confirm the

reservation. At a minimum it takes from 1 to 2 business

days to process your request

- You will receive your vouchers by fax or e-mail if you

will be leaving home too soon for the vouchers to be

shipped.

Opening hours from

8.30 am to one hour before sunset (March 25 2005

closed at 1 pm, June 2 2005 open at 1:30 pm): 8:30 am-

4:30 pm from January 2 to February 15

8:30 am-5 pm from February 16 to March 15

8:30 am-5:30 pm from March 16 to the last Saturday of

March

8:30 am-7:15 pm from the last Sunday of March to

August 31

8:30 am-7 pm from September 1 to September 30

8:30 am-6:30 pm from October 1 to the last Saturday of

October

8:30 am-4:30 pm to the last Sunday of October to

December 31 Closed January 1, December 25.

Ticket office closes one hour before closing time

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Roman ForumMuseum

The valley of Foro, nestled between the seven hills of

Rome, was in ancient times a marsh. From the end of

the seventh century B.C., after the improvement and

drainage of the marshes, the Foro Romano (a forum)

was constructed and this served as the centre of public

life in Rome for over a thousand years. Over the course

of the centuries, the various monuments were

constructed: firstly, those structures which served

political, religious and economic purposes and, later,

during the second century B.C., the civil buildings or

'basilicas', which functioned as juridical centres. At the

end of the Republic era of Ancient Rome, the Foro

Romano was inadequate in its functioning as a civil and

administrative centre. The various Emperors and their

dynasties added only monuments of prestige: The

Temple of Vespasian and Titus and that of Antoninus

Pio and Faustina dedicated to the memory of the Divine

Emperors, the monumental arch of Settimo Severo, built

on the extreme west of the square in 203 A.D. to

celebrate his military victories. The last great addition

was made in the first years of the fourth century A.D.

under the Emperor Massenzio, a temple dedicated to

the memory of his son Romulus. The imposing Basilica

on the Velia was restructured at the end of the fourth

century A.D. and the last monument to be erected in the

Foro was the Column of 608 A.D. in honour of the

Byzantine Emperor Foca.

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RomaPassCard

Roma Pass, which is sponsored by Rome City Council

and the Ministry for the Arts and Cultural activities, in

collaboration with ATAC, the public transport company,

is the capital's special tourist-cultural card that enables

both tourists and interested local residents, the

opportunity to benefit from various discounts and

services that make it easier and cheaper to enjoy the

splendours of Rome.

• Free entry to the first 2 visited museums and / or

archaeological sites of your choice. Free admission

includes the exhibition held in the museum.

• Concessionary ticket to all other museums and / or

archaeo log ica l s i tes v is i ted thereaf te r . The

concessionary ticket includes the exhibition held in the

museum.

• Free use of the city's public transport network. Valid

until midnight of the third day inclusive that of the first

validation for ATAC public transport (bus, metro and

railway lines Roma -Lido, Roma Flaminio Piazza del

Popolo-Viterbo, Roma-Giardinetti), within the territory of

the Municipality of Rome. All special connections tpl

Atac, the railway lines Trenitalia FR, the connection

Tiburtina/Termini/Fiumicino airport, the connection

Trenitalia "No stop" Roma Termini-Fiumicino Aeroporto

(Leonardo Express) and all connections to and from

Fiumicino and Ciampino Aeroporto are not included.

• Discounted tickets to exhibitions, events and other

collaborating operators and businesses.

• Reduced charges for use of the On-call Multi-lingual

Medical Service for Tourists (MET Travel Health)

• Tourist cultural service Roma Informa.

At the Coliseum a reserved turnstile is available for

Roma Pass holders to get direct access to the

monument

In the kit::

• The Roma Pass card: the card used to visit museums /

archaeological sites and on the public transport system

as described above.

• Roma MAP: A map featuring all the Tourist Information

Points, Metro stations, museums and other sites of

interest (complete with addresses, tel. no's opening

times and nearest bus stops and metro stations);

• Roma Pass Guide: The guide to all participating

museums and sites;

• Roma News: a programme detailing all the events and

services for tourists offering discounts, divided by type:

art, dance, music, theatre, reviews, exhibitions,

panoramic tours, as well as tourist services at the Lido

in Ostia and MET Travel Health

• Roma Informa: the card that provides details of how to

access information on events and other useful services

via internet

How to use it:

• The overleaf form must be filled with name, surname

and validation date

• the card is valid for three days and is activated at the

time of the first entry to the museums/sites, and/or at the

first journey on public transport, up until midnight of the

third day, including the day of the activation

• It is validated on the first visited site/museum and/or

the first journey on the city's public transport network

• Direct access for the first 2 sites. From the 3rd site

onwards please apply to the ticket office for concession;

• It must be produced along with your identity papers

when required by the staff in charge

• Ask information about public and private medical

facilities available throughout the city

• Receive information regarding location, address,

telephone number and method of access to the Public

Healthcare Faci l i t ies that are closest or most

appropriate for the resolution of health related problems

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• Activate, after explicit request, the medical assistance

services (house-call visits, diagnostic services, specialty

services, ambulance services), provided by Travel

Health MET to Roma Pass holders at discounted fees

When purchasing the card, please ensure that you ask

about further discounts/free services that may be

available for people of a certain age and/or nationality

and/or place of residence and/or profession.

Please note that most museums generally are closed on

Mondays (with the exception of the Colosseum and the

Baths of Caracalla). Almost all the museums normally

are closed on December 25, January 1 and May 1 too.

We advise you to check in advance.

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