Uncover Christianitys history and architectural influence on The eternal city during this seven-hour tour beginning at your Rome hotel at 8am. Be sure to dress modestly since you will be visiting churches with strict dress codes, including no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed andknees and shoulders covered for men and women.
Youll travel by air-conditioned vehicle to St. Paul Outside the Walls and your guide will spend about 30 minutes explaining its significance as you experience the grandeur of its altars, ceiling, and sculptures. Youll next travel for about 30 minutes to the other side of the city, to visit Santa maria maggiore, hearing the legend of the churchs construction by a Roman patrician and his wife after receiving a vision from the Virgin Mary. Nearby, youll visit St. John Lateran, where your guide will explain the significance of the churchs many Renaissance artworks, and its role as the seat of the Pope. Take a brief 10 minute walk to nearby Basilica of the holy cross in jerusalem, one of Romes seven pilgrimage churches, housing relics said to be from the Passion of Jesus, including thorns from his crown, and pieces of the cross. Your guide will make recommendations for lunch, and after a leisurely meal, youll travel along historical Appian Way for about 20 minutes to Church of domine quo vadis. There, youll see footprints in marble that are popularly held to be a miraculous sign left by Jesus. If the tour schedule allows, you will visit the nearby Catacombs, a subterranean ancient Christian burial site. Your tour will conclude with an included transfer back to your Rome hotel at about 3pm.
Private Tour: Basilicas Of Rome
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 7 Hrs
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
8:00 AM
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Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
We will pick you up straight at your accommodation in Rome and drop you off back to your accommodation -
Return Details :
your accommodation in Rome
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Cancellation Policy : For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Explore five of Romes major basilicas with an option to visit the Catacombs ancient burial site, on this seven-hour private tour including transportation from your Rome hotel by air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Eternal Citys St. Paul Outside the Walls, Santa maria maggiore, St. John Lateran, Holy Cross in Jerusalem, and Church of domine quo vadis, learning from your private guide about their design and the relics, including from the Passion of Jesus, housed inside their ornate chambers.
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Inclusions
English Speaking driver
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Fuel surcharge
Landing and facility fees
Exclusions
Entrance fees 8 euro per person for the Catacombs
Gratuities
Lunch at your own expense
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Traveler Reviews
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What a fabulous host. Max was amazing. Very long day, but well worth it. Lots of hidden gems!!! Nice!
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MAX our tour guide was very good, very knowledgeable, very accommodating and helpful.
If you are a Christian and want to know more of Christian history and see relics, this tour is a MUST.
Could not believe until you actually see it. Just amazing. Away from the big crowds. So many things to see and learn about ancient Christian history. Places you would not normally go as they are not as recognisable and famous as St. Peter's.
Definitely a tour you would not regret joining especially if Max is your guide.
I would rate this 5 🌟 +. -
Our guide, Massimo, was very knowledgeable. He gave us different lenses in which to view each site, religious, historical, and its value as art. This is an excellent way to see the Basilicas of Rome.