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Imperial Rome

Arriving by coach at Piazza Venezia with its impressive monument dedicated to King Victor Emanuel II and the unknown soldier you then continue by foot to the famous Piazza del Campidiglio designed by Michelangelo from where you will have a fantastic view of the Roman Forum. Our coach will then continue by the Circus Maximus and the Pyramid of Caius Cestius before arriving at the Basilica of St. Paul outside the walls* (visit inside). The tour will be completed with a stop at the imposing Colosseum. 

Imperial Rome Tour Details:
Duration - approx 3 hours
Afternoon Tour - every day
Departure Time - 3pm (thru October) 2:30pm (November - December)
Highlights: Piazza Venezia, Roman Forum, Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Basilica of St. Paul outside the Walls.

* Entrance to the Basilicas requires appropriate attire (no shorts, miniskirts or uncovered shoulders). It is also advisable to wear comfortable shoes for visits.

Classical Rome

Crossing Piazza della Repubblica with the fountain of the Nayads, our local guide will take you on a pleasant stroll through the historical center, where you can admire the Trevi Fountain, the Colonna of Marco Aurelio, Palazzo di Montecitorio, designed by Bernini, the Pantheon (visit inside), Palazzo Madama - seat of the senate, and Piazza Navona. Passing alongside Castel S. Angelo our coach will take you to the Basilica of St Peter, (visit inside except when there are religious celebrations) where you can admire one of Michelangelo's magnificent works of art - "La Pietà". 

Classical Rome Tour Details:
Duration - approx 3 hours
Morning Tour - every day
Departure Time - 9:00am
Highlights: Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Navona Square and St. Peter's Basilica (with Papal Blessing on Sundays).

Christian Rome
For an additional + $10 per person

The first stop will be on the Esquiline Hill where our guide will show you the treasures of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, then continuing by coach to stop at the Holy Staircase, the Lateran Palace and the Basilica of San Giovanni, the cathedral of Rome (visit inside). Then proceeding along the Ancient Appian Way, you will pass by the Chapel of "Domine Quo Vadis" before arriving at the Catacombs, the ancient underground cemeteries and first hiding places for the Christians. A visit will be made to either the Catacombs of S. Callisto, Santa Domitilla or San Sebastiano depending upon seasonal conditions. The tour will end with a spectacular view of the Baths of Emperor Caracalla. 

Christian Rome Tour Details:
Duration - approx 3 hours
Afternoon Tour - every day except Christmas
Departure Time - 3pm (thru October) 2:30pm (November - December)
Highlights: The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and Saint John in Laterano, the ancient Appian way and the Catacombes.

Rome by night 
For an additional + $10 per person

Discover some of the main monuments of the Eternal City in the romantic atmosphere of times past. Some of the sights you pass by include The Fountain of the Nayads, the Exhibition Palace, Piazza Venezia with its Tomb to the Unknown Soldier and the Capitoline Hill. Glimpse the Imperial Roman Age as you drive by and admire the Roman Forum, the Colosseum the Arch of Constantine and the Circus Maximus. Leap into the Papal Era when, driving along the banks of the Tiber you see the Jewish Quarter complete with synagogue and the imposing Castel Sant’Angelo closeby that heralds your approach to St. Peter’s. Set in the ancient Aurelian Walls that frame part of the Villa Borghese park you’ll see a couple of the most beautiful gateways in Rome: Porta Flaminia through which you can admire the Piazza del Popolo and Porta Pinciana through which you reach the famous Via Veneto symbol of “la dolce vita” in Rome. There will be two stops on this tour: at Piazza Navona to see Bernini’s beautiful Fountain of the Four Rivers and at the Trevi Fountain so that you can keep up the tradition of throwing coins into the fountain. 

Rome by Night Tour Details:
Duration - approx 2 hours
Evening Tour - every day 
Departure Time - 8:00pm
Highlights: Colosseum, St. Peter’s, Trevi fountain, Via Veneto, Piazza Navona

Roman Castles
For an additional + $10 per person

Leaving Rome we drive by the ruins of the Baths of Caracalla and onto the Ancient Appian Way by the Chapel of “Domine Quo Vadis”. This tour takes us along the ‘Road of the Lakes’ through one of the hilly areas of volcanic origin that characterize the outskirts of Rome; the Colli Albani with its many growing villages. Castelgandolfo on the shores of a vulcanic lake, where the Pope has his summer residence, Rocca di Papa and Grottaferrata, known for their culture sights and gastronomic delicacies which include the traditional “porchetta”.Towards the northerly part of the Colli Albani, we reach Frascati popular with visitors both for its beauty and considerable wine production. Here we stop for a taste of local wine and to absorb the flavour of village life. 

Roman Castles Tour Details:
Duration - approx 4 hours
Afternoon Tour - Tuesdays & Saturdays
Departure Time - 3:00pm
Highlights: An opportunity to leave the metropolis and immerse yourself in the natural and artistic beauty of the small medieval villages outside Rome.

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel 
For an additional + $35 per person

The tour begins by coach passing through Piazza della Repubblica with the Fountain of the Nayads and following the ancient Aurelian walls which once surrounded the ancient city. On route you will see the famous Borghese park and the northern gate of the ancient city leading into Piazza del Popolo where you will see an Egyptian obelisk dating back to the time of Ramses II. Eventually upon arrival at the Vatican Walls your guide will then lead you into the Vatican Museums* taking the beautiful Spiral staircase and continuing through the Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Geographical Maps before arriving in the famous Sistine Chapel with its magnificent fresco of the Last Judgement by Michelangelo.

Vatican Museum Tour Details:
Duration - approx 3 hours
Morning Tour - every day except Sundays and religious holidays
Departure Time - 8:00am
Highlights: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Gallery of the Tapestries.

Papal Audience  
For an additional + $35 per person

In order to arrive at the Vatican City we pass by some of the most famous sites of the city. Starting with the Piazza della Repubblica with its Nayad Fountain then the beautiful Piazza Barberini with Bernini's lovely Baroque Tritone Fountain. Continuing along the famous Via Veneto, we arrive at the ancient Aurelian Walls which you will follow, passing the impressive Borghese park, to reach Piazza del Popolo the northern entrance into ancient Rome with its Egyptian obelisk dating back to the time of Ramses II. Just before arriving at St Peter's square we will pass the massive Castel S. Angelo the ancient tomb of Emperor Hadrian. The Papal Audience* will take place either in St Peter's Square, St Peter's Basilica or the Audience Hall; according to seasonal conditions and the number of pilgrims involved. Our local guide will advise you when and where to meet the bus at the end of the audience. 

Papal Audience Tour Details:
Duration - approx 3 hours
Morning Tour - every Wednesday when pope is available
Departure Time - 8:00am

Rome by night with dinner  
For an additional + $75 per person

Panoramic Tour of Rome and Dinner. After an interesting panoramic tour of the city, which will also include a stop at the Trevi Fountain, your guide will escort you to a typical Roman restaurant for dinner (drinks included).

Rome by Night with Dinner Tour Details:
Duration - approx 3 hours
Evening Tour - every day except December 24th and December 31st
Departure Time - 8:00pm

Naples & Pompeii Excursion  
For an additional + $100 per person

Leaving Rome in a southerly direction, we take the " Highway of the Sun" crossing the fertile Roman countryside known as the area of the "Castelli Romani". Approximately halfway along the highway you will be able to see the Abbey of Montecassino, noted for its famous battle and complete destruction during the second World War. Arriving in Naples we will proceed towards the hill of Posillipo from where we can enjoy one of the most spectacular views over the Gulf of Naples and the volcano Vesuvio. Descending towards the port of Mergellina and following the coastal road, we will arrive in the ancient fishing quarter of Santa Lucia and see the impressive Castel Dell'Ovo. (photograph stop). The city tour continues crossing the historical centre to see Piazza Del Plebiscito, the Royal Palace, the Basilica of San Francesco Di Paola,the San Carlo Opera House, the Gallery of Umberto I and the imposing Maschio Angioino.Upon leaving the city, we cross the fertile valley of Mount Vesuvius, passing the villages of Ercolano, Torre del Greco and Torre Annunziata before finally arriving at Pompeii where we will stop first for lunch After that we will visit the excavations on foot with a local guide on an archaeological journey through the ancient city. In approx 2 hours you will see what was discovered in 1700 plus years since Pompeii was covered by ashes during the eruption of Vesuvius in the year 79 AD. Through the remains and ruins of this ancient city, we can picture the everyday life of the Imperial Age and imagine the panic felt by the people in those last few minutes before the city was so disastrously buried.At the end of the visit to Pompeii we will then return to the coach for a journey of approx 3 hours back to Rome. During this excursion we will visit a Coral and Cameo factory where we will have the opportunity to inspect and purchase items of this ancient craft that dates back to the Greek period.

Naples & Pompeii Excursion Tour Details:
Duration - approx 12 hours
Full Day - every day 
Departure Time - 7:30am
Highlights: Castel Dell'Ovo,the Royal Palace, the Basilica of San Francesco Di Paola,the San Carlo Opera House & Pompeii. A journey to discover art, history, folklore and archaeology in one of the most typical part of southern Italy.

Naples & Capri Excursion  
For an additional + $150 per person

Leaving Rome in a southerly direction you take the "Highway of the Sun" crossing the fertile Roman countryside. Arriving in Naples you will board the Jet boat for the 45 minute crossing to Marina Grande, the port of Capri. Here you will then board motorboats to reach the Blue Grotto (if weather and sea conditions permit).After lunch in a local restaurant, you will then have some free time to take unforgettable photographs and purchase local products before returning to Marina Grande to board the boat back to Naples.Entering the port of Naples , don''''t miss this opportunity to admire the splendid Maschio Angioino (a fortress of the 12th century), the Certosa of San Martino and the Royal Palace. After disembarking you will then take the coach for the return journey of approx 3 hours, back to Rome.

Naples & Capri Excursion Tour Details:
Duration - approx 12 hours
Full Day - every day 
Departure Time - 7:30am

Florence  Excursion  
For an additional + $150 per person

Leaving Rome in a southerly direction you take the "Highway of the Sun" crossing the fertile Roman countryside. Arriving in Naples you will board the Jet boat for the 45 minute crossing to Marina Grande, the port of Capri. Here you will then board motorboats to reach the Blue Grotto (if weather and sea conditions permit).After lunch in a local restaurant, you will then have some free time to take unforgettable photographs and purchase local products before returning to Marina Grande to board the boat back to Naples.Entering the port of Naples , don''''t miss this opportunity to admire the splendid Maschio Angioino (a fortress of the 12th century), the Certosa of San Martino and the Royal Palace. After disembarking you will then take the coach for the return journey of approx 3 hours, back to Rome.

Florence Excursion Tour Details:
Duration - approx 15 hours
Full Day - every day except Mondays and Wednesdays thru November 15th. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays after November 16th , except December 25th.
Departure Time - 7:30am

All Tours depart from Green Line Tours Office, 5/a Via Farini, Rome The office is located a few minutes walk from the Termini Railway Station in Rome.

Free Hotel pick up available from central Rome hotels only*. Pick-ups commence one hour prior to the tour.

*Note: All Winners must provide hotel information at the time of submission of your tour dates. If no hotel details are provided, the tour will be booked from the departure point above.

Due to city bus regulation, the tour will be operated mostly on foot. To stay in the bus means to lose the pleasure to see most important site. We suggest to wear comfortable and suitable clothes, especially for visiting Cathedrals and Churches where shorts and uncovered shoulders are not allowed.