About this tour
A nine-hour private shore excursion from Civitavecchia port with a dedicated driver lets you set your own pace through Rome's layers of history. Choose your own route among the city's landmarks—whether that's tracing the arc of the Colosseum and Roman Forum, catching the Pantheon's oculus in person, or spending hours in the Vatican's galleries and chapels. You control timing and stops; add a professional guide locally if you want deeper context.
Highlights
- Private car and driver meet you at the ship gangway
- Customise your itinerary, timing, and pace entirely
- Roman Forum and Circus Maximus without group constraints
- Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps at your discretion
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel self-guided or with paid guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary water
- Wheelchair accessible; suitable for families with infants
What to expect
Your driver collects you directly from the port and drives you into central Rome. The 2023 itinerary is entirely yours to shape—you might spend two hours at the Roman Forum or breeze through in forty minutes. Some sights (Colosseum, Vatican museums) charge separate entry fees and may have queues; plan accordingly. Expect crowded piazzas, uneven cobbles, and summer heat in July–August. Your driver waits; you're not shepherded with a group. A professional guide can join for an extra local fee if you want architectural or historical detail.
Good to know
Bring valid ID matching your booking name for any paid entries. Infants sit on laps; specialist seats available. Strollers and wheelchairs work on most Roman streets, though some medieval corners are narrow. No animals or food included. Confirm guide availability and cost with your driver when you meet.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.