From Civitavecchia: Roman Forum and Colosseum Full-Day Tour Shared Tour
ID: GYG211452-O-329940
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
08:30 hours
Description
Make the most of your cruise stop in Civitavecchia and enjoy this fun-filled day trip to Rome to explore the ancient history of the iconic Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
Start the day with pickup from Civitavecchia harbor in an air-conditioned bus and then head to Rome to meet your experienced guide. After a brief explanation of the itinerary, it’s time to visit the world’s largest amphitheater, the Colosseum, and enjoy skip-the-line entry. In your small group, experience the wonders of Ancient Rome as you wander through this iconic landmark. Your guide will bring the Colosseum back to life and explain how the gladiators entertained the crowds with spectacular fights. Learn about the engineering applied by the Romans to build such an imposing structure so ahead of its time.
After the Colosseum, proceed into the archaeological site of the Roman Forum which represented the commercial, legal and administrative center of ancient Rome. Take a step back in time to the Imperial age of Rome and discover the ancient ruins, including Julius Caesar’s original mausoleum where his body was cremated, the imposing temple of Antonino and Faustina and the fascinating structure of the ancient Roman senate.
Learn about the true meaning of the phrase “bread and circuses” while your guide describes the splendor, glory, and spectacle that made the Colosseum the finest, most technologically advanced entertainment complex of its time. At the end of the visit, enjoy some free time before being taken back to Civitavecchia port.
Highlights
- Enjoy skip-the-line entry to one of Rome's most iconic landmarks
- Explore the ruins of ancient Rome
- Explore the most beautiful sections of the world’s greatest amphitheater
- Walk through the highlights of the Roman Forum archaeological site
- Learn about the different gladiator fights and deadly games
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour can be changed without notice due to weather and traffic
• Visitors could be asked an ID/Passport for security reasons, please make sure you have a valid one with you. Due to recent terrorist threats, Rome has increased Colosseum security which may result in long, unavoidable security check lines. In the case of very long security lines, the guide will explain the Colosseum from the outside, allowing clients to enter at their leisure. NO LIQUIDS, GELS, SPRAYS allowed inside the Colosseum
• Tours of the Basilica are not permitted on Wednesday mornings or when special papal ceremonies are taking place. In these cases, your guide will take you to St. Peter’s square and explain it from the outside
• A security check is obligatory for everyone entering Vatican City
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
· The local partner offers pickup service from all accommodation facilities located in the city center
· Please include in your reservation the accommodation name and its address.
· The pickup time will be at approximately 08.45 AM, although due to traffic conditions you may have to wait 5 - 10 minutes more
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
