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| Rome Full-Day Tours |
Assisi Duration: full day
Leaving Rome along the Autostrada del Sole as far as
Orte, we reach Spoleto. Proceed to Orvieto, famous
for its beautiful Chathedral (visit). Proceed to the
Clitumno Springs, Trevi, Foligno, Spello and arrival
at Assisi. Visit the Church of Santa Chiara where St.
Francis was born. Walking through the narrow streets
we reach Piazza del Comune with the Palazzo die Priori,
the Palazzo del Popolo and the Temple of Minerva.
Continue to the Basilica of St. Francis with the
masterpieces of Giotto and Cimabue. After lunch in a
local restaurant, free time. Continue by bus to the
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, place where St.
Francis lived and died, with visit to the Porziuncola
Chapel. Proceed to Rome with arrival at the hotels or
nearest point at about 7:00pm.
Meeting Point: From Vastours Terminal - 7:15am or free pick up service
at the hotels between 6:30am and 7:00am
Included: Transportation, assistance,
Lunch - only from April to October - Monday,
Thursday, and Saturday |
| Florence Tour Duration: full day
Leaving Rome the coach goes North through three of
the most beautiful Italian regions: Latium, Umbria
and Tuscany. Arrive in Florence at about 11:30am
and go to Piazzale Michelangelo, to admire a
fantastic view on the city and on the famous Ponte
Vecchio. Continue to the historical center and free
time at leisure. After lunch at a local restaurant,
guided visit on foot: Santa Croce Square with the
homonimous Church, where Michelangelo and Galileo
are buried. Stop at a leather factory and visit the
Museum of Accademia, with the famous Statue of David
by Michelangelo. The walk continues to Piazza della
Signoria, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
(visit) the beautiful Dome by Brunelleschi, the
Baptistry and Giotto's Belltower. At 5:00pm approximately
departure to Rome with arrival at about 9:00m. Return
to hotels or nearest point.
Meeting Point: From Vastours Terminal 7:15am or free pick up service
at the hotels between 6:30am and 7:00am
Operates: March to November 15 - Tuesday, Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday
November 16 to February - Tuesday, Thursday, and
Saturday
Included: Transportation, assistance, and entrance fees Lunch |
| Naples, Capri, and Anacapri Tour Duration: full day
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 reflections of wonderful seafloors. This incredible
corner of nature attracts a high number of tourists
who, during the whole life, will preserve the image
of a place rightly considered as unforgettable.
Return to Marina Grande and proceed by minibuses to
Anacapri, for lunch at a restaurant. Free time for
shopping and then ack to Marina Grande to embark
the boat to Naples. Proceed to Rome with arrival
at the hotels or nearest point at about 8:30pm.
Meeting Point: From Vastours Terminal 7:15am or free pick up
service at the hotels between 6:30am and 7:00am
Operates: Does not operate December 25 and January 1
Included: Transportation, assistance, entrance fees Lunch |
| Naples and Pompeii Tour Duration: full day
Leave Rome along the Autostrada del Sole southwards.
Halfway to Naples, the Abbey of Montecassino, completely
rebuilt after the total destruction in the Second World
War, can be seen high up on the hill to our left. Then
on into the fertile countryside surrounding Naples.
After a short sightseeing, on the way to Pompeii stop
for a visit to an ancient cameos and coral factory in
Torre del Greco. Then on to Pompeii for lunch at a
restaurant and visit of the excavations. 19 centuries
ago during the summer of 79 A.C., Vesuvius suddenly
re-erupted completely destroying Pompeii 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. At the
end of the visit continue to Rome with arrival at the
hotels or nearest point at about 8:30pm.
Meeting Point: From Vastours Terminal 7:15am or free pick up service
at the hotels between 6:30am and 7:00am
Operates: Does not operate December 25 and January 1
Included: Transportation, assistance, entrance fees
Lunch |
| Open City Tour
Timetable/Stops:
-Vastours (Via Piemonte, 34) - leaving about
every 45 minutes
-Via Ludovisi (Instituto Svizzero)
-Piazza Barberini (corner Via della Purificazione)
-Piazza della Repubblica (Hotel Exedra)
-Piazza Venezia (Vittoriano, Fori Imperiali)
-Colosseo (Via San Gregorio)
-Circo Massimo (Piazza La Malfa)
-Isola Tiberina (Piazza Monte Savello)
-Corso Vittorio (Piazza della Chiesa Nuova)
-San Pietro (Via della Conciliazione)
-Castel Sant'Angelo (Piazza Ponte Sant'Angelo)
-Piazza Augusto Imperatore
-Vastours (Via Piemonte, 34)
Departure Time: First tour starting at 8:30am and last tour starting at 5:00pm. The bus stops about 15/20 minutes at each stop.
Note: Operating every day, all year - not available on holidays.
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| Rome Half Day Tours |
Rome of the Caesars Duration: 4 hours
Crossing the Quirinal Square, with the Presidential
Palace, we arrive at Piazza Venezia towered by the
imposing "Vittoriano." The tour will continue on
foot through the Capitol, a unique treasure of
history and art, and then the Roman Forum, the most
enchanting and important archeological area in the
world: the view of it from the Capitol Hill or the
Titus Arch will leave you breathless! We will then
arrive in front of the Constantine Arch and of the
Coliseum, majestic symbol of the Eternal City (stop).
Proceed by bus, passing by the Piramide Cestia, to
St. Paul's-outside-the-walls (visit) built where the
Apostle of the People is buried. Return to the hotels
or nearest point.
Meeting Point: From Vastours Terminal at 300pm approximately or free pick up service at the hotels between 2:15pm
and 2:45pm from October 25th to February 28th
departures will be 30 minutes earlier.
Including: Transportation and guide
Departure Time: Daily in the afternoon |
Monumental Rome Duration: 3 hours
After Via Veneto, famous for Fellini's movie "La Dolce
Vita", and Piazza della Repubblica with the Naja-di's
Fountain our promenade through the historical center
starts with the famous Trevi Fountain till Piazza
Navona (stop), always quite lively and picturesque,
with the Four Rivers Fountain, Bernini's masterpiece.
Along the way we will admire Piazza Colonna with the
Column of Marcu Aurelius and the Pantheon, built in
the 1st Century B.C. with the widest dome in the world
(visit.). Continue by coach to the Vatican, the heart
of Christendom, passing by St. Angel's Castle. Visit
Saint-Peter's Square and Saint-Peter's Basilica to
admire, among others, the Pieta by Michelangelo. Return
to hotels or nearest point.
Meeting Point: Vastours
Terminal at 8:30am or free pick up
service at the hotels between 7:45am
and 8:15am
Including: Transportation and guide
Departure Time: Daily in the morning |
Vatican City Tour Duration: 4 hours
You will travel by private bus to Vatican City, the
smallest independent sovereign state in the world.
In the Vatican Museum, you will be shown a fine
collection of antiques. The visit includes:
-The Sculpture Museum
-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 Pieta.
Note: No Sundays and Catholic Holidays
Meeting Point: From Vastours Terminal at 8:30am or free pick up
service at the hotels between 7:45am and 8:15am
Including: Transportation and guide
Departure Time: Daily, in the morning except Sunday and Catholic
holidays |
TivoliDuration: 4 hours
Through the Roman countryside we reach Tivoli, built on
the slopes of the Sabine Hills. Visit of Adrian's Villa,
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 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. Return to hotels or nearest point.
Meeting Point: Reconfirm for pick up from hotel
Departure Time: Daily (except Monday) at 8:30am from terminals |
Rome Illuminated Duration: 2 hours
Rediscover Rome on a magic atmosphere created by a
romantic lighting. Tour starts from Via Veneto, the
Dolce Vita street, then 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, Castel St. Angelo, St. Peter's
Square and Basilica. During this panoramic visit of
the city the guide will take you to visit the famous
Trevi Fountain (do not forget to throw a coin in it
in order to return to Rome) and Piazza Navona, the
baroque square, cosmopolitan meeting place. Return
to hotels or nearest point.
Operates: Does not operate December 25 and December 31
Included: Transportation and guide
Departure Time: Daily at 8:00pm from VAStours terminal or free pick
up service at the hotels between 7:15pm and 7:45pm |
Rome by Night with Dinner Duration: 4 hours
Rediscover Rome on a magic atmosphere created by a
romantic lighting. Tour starts from Via Veneto, the
Dolce Vita street, then 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, Castel St. Angelo, St. Peter's
Square and Basilica. During this panoramic visit of
the city the guide will take you to visit the famous
Trevi Fountain (do not forget to throw a coin in it
in order to return to Rome) and Piazza Navona, the
baroque square, cosmopolitan meeting place. Return
to hotels or nearest point.
After the tour enjoy an Italian dinner in a restaurant
accompanied with music by one or more folkloric singers.
Operates: Does not operate December 24 and December 31
Includes: Transportation and guide
Departure Time: Daily at 8:00pm from VAStours terminal or free pick
up service at the hotels between 7:15pm and 7:45pm |
| Rome Optional Services |
AIRPORT TRANSFER
TRANSFER DESCRIPTION: Private car transfer between Leonardo De Vinci Fiumicino Airport and hotel (Maximum 3 pax) INSTRUCTIONS - ARRIVAL: Proceed to Concora service desk outside the baggage hall
INSTRUCTIONS - DEPARTURE: Telephone to reconfirm pick-up time at least 24 hours prior |
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