The Vatican and the Sistine Chapel; Private Tour - Skip the Line!
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Key Highlights
- Experience the magic of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel in a personalised package
- Savour one of the largest art collections of the world, including Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian antiquities
- Feast your eyes on the legendary Michelangelo’s best work, the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
- Regale in the magnetic history and illustrious heritage of the Roman empire and Christianity
- Feast your eyes on Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s papal canopy at St. Peter’s Basilica
- Enjoy the flexibility to spend more time at areas that interest you
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Overview
Tour the important sights of the Vatican and discover the rich culture and history of the city though its landmarks.
This is a private tour which gives you greater flexibility and provides a more in depth experience. Spend more time at areas that interest you and interact and ask questions to your expert guide.
Enjoy a tour of one of the largest art collections of the world, spanning from Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian antiquities to contemporary art. Learn about the famous Popes and their glamorous lives during the Renaissance period of Roman history. Admire the works of important renaissance masters at the St. Peter's Basilica and Square and see the magnificent frescoed ceiling of the Sistine chapel.
This private Vatican tour gives an enlightening insight into the rich cultural heritage and history of one of the oldest civilisations in the world.
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Activity Schedule & Itinerary
Activity Schedule
When does it run?Daily except Sunday
Duration4 hours
Start time09:00am & 2:00pm
(Please mention your preferred start time in the special request section at the time of booking.)Ending PointMeeting PointMake your way to the Main entrance of the Vatican Museum where your guide will be waiting.
Please make sure you reach the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time so that you do not get stuck in any last minute rush and can comfortable receive the pre-departure briefing.
The tour ends at St. Peter's Square
Itinerary
Meet your English-speaking guide at the main entrance to the Vatican Museum at your chosen start time. The tour proceeds on foot to visit:
• Vatican Museum and St. Peters Church : See one of the largest art collections in the world, spanning from Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian antiquities to contemporary art. Learn about the famous Popes of Rome, their love for art, and their glamorous lives in one of the most enlightened periods in Italian history, the Renaissance.
• Sistine Chapel : The Sistine Chapel, in the Apostolic Palace, is the official residence of the Pope in the Vatican City. The chapel is famous for its architecture, and the frescos by the greatest Renaissance artists, including the legendary ceiling by Michelangelo.
• St. Peter's Basilica and Square : This immense area houses many precious works including the breathtaking Pieta' by Michelangelo, and Bernini's papal canopy. The tomb of Saint Peter is the focal point of the basilica.
The tour will finish in St. Peter's Square.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Guide available in English, German, French languages
- Reservation and entrance fees to the Vatican
- Skip the line tickets to Vatican museum
Exclusions
- Hotel pick up & drop off
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Please note
Please call the local activity operator anytime between 9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Saturday, atleast a day prior to the start of the tour to confirm the departure details.
Your tour guide will be holding sign with your name written on it.
Please cover shoulder and knees for entrance to the Vatican
Additional info
The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details and local telephone numbers at the destination. They will happily answer any logistical questions you may have. This tour has reserved entrance to the Vatican, this has limited availability and is only available between 8:00am to 10:00am. You are advised to book well in advance. -
Customer Reviews
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Wonderful tour - money well spent
Our guide Luca was absolutely fabulous. It's really the guide that makes or breaks a tour experience and so I couldn't recommend Luca enough. The day of our tour was hot with...
Frank O Rojas, United States, 07/Jun/2015 -
Very knowledgeable tour guide
Our tour guide was most knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions. She is a good asset for your company....
Clark A Rechkemmer, United States, 31/Aug/2011 -
Exclusive Private Vatican Tour
Just to tell you that our Private Vatican Tour was a complete success: our guide , Guido …, is a perfect one and we want you to know it. He spent 5 hours (!) with us, showing...
françois pernot, Belgium, 31/Dec/2010
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Serviço maravilhoso, guia muito prestativo. É muito importante termos uma visita guiada em locais tão especias.
FELIPE MATSUMOTO, Brazil, 27/Apr/2016
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