Super Vatican, Pope's Castel Gandolfo & Colosseum

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$314.99 / Adult (ages 13 and over)
$264.99 / Child (ages 12 and under)
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Difficult Activity Level
No Minimum Age
10.5 hours
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Visit the Papal Estate of Castel Gandolfo perched on a beautiful hillside in the quaint village of Gandolfo. The Papal Estate of Castel Gandolfo, also known as the Ville Pontificie, is a sanctuary of peace, tranquility and serenity. Begin your adventure back in time with an approximate 1 hour and 45-minute coach ride to the ancient town of Castel Gandolfo. You will be driven around this majestic estate before moving on to the farmhouse. The farmhouse supplies olive oil, wine and fresh milk for the Vatican State’s residents. Stop at the Roman ruins to view the Theatre of the Emperor Domitian’s Villa. You’ll have free time to explore the quaint village of Castel Gandolfo, have independent lunch and shop for mementos and religious articles. Drive to Rome, passing by the Colosseum, to view the greatest amphitheater ever built, where Gladiators once battled. Finally, reach the Vatican Museums for a guided tour of its rich collections before visiting the Sistine Chapel. Gaze up at the renowned ceiling and be mesmerized by Michelangelo's artwork. Last on your itinerary is a brief stop at St. Peter's Square, where your guide will provide a full outside explanation of St. Peter’s Basilica.

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Notes

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and conservative clothing (no shorts or sleeveless tops).
  • The walk is approximately 1.5 miles over cobblestone surfaces and involves approximately 250 steps for the visit of the Vatican Museums.
  • For safety reasons, guests with walking difficulties may not participate on this excursion.
  • The Pontifical Villas at Castel Gandolfo is still used by the pope and access may be restricted or denied at any given time for security reasons.
  • Tour may operate in reverse order and, in this case, free time for lunch will be given at St. Peter’s Square rather than Castel Gandolfo.
  • Flash photos are not permitted in the Vatican Museums. Photography and video are not permitted at all in the Sistine Chapel.