Top Rome Day Trips - page 3

Seeing Rome in a day is a monumental task but this private, full-day tour covers it all. Visit the city’s iconic landmarks including the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Vatican City, avoiding long lines with priority access admission. Quickly get between sites with private transportation and enjoy a delicious Roman lunch as part of your package. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who are short on time.

Don't miss two of southern Italy’s UNESCO-listed destinations on this full-day trip to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast from Rome. Visit the fascinating ruins of Pompeii, where you can walk through an ancient city frozen in time by the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Continue on to the spectacularly scenic Amalfi Coast, stopping for lunch with a view in the picturesque fishing village of Positano. Enjoy free time to explore and browse unique handmade shops in Positano and the neighboring town of Amalfi. Tour size is limited for a more personalized, small-group experience.

Begin your Vatican experience a little differently with a climb up the dome of St. Peter's Basilica with a guide. After getting sweeping views of Vatican City and Rome beyond, proceed inside for a guided tour of the church itself, the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. This half-day tour takes place in the morning, before much of the crowds arrive at the Vatican.

Skip the hassle and delays of the train and see two of Tuscany's top cities in a single day on this full-day tour from Rome. Save hours with direct transportation to Pisa and Florence via bus. See Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and other Florentine landmarks. The tour leader will lead you to the center and give you time on your own to explore.

Travel to Tuscany on a day trip from Rome, and discover a region of stunning hilltop towns, farms, and wineries. With a guide, you’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pienza, a beautiful example of a Tuscan hill town. Continue to an organic farm for lunch, sourced straight from the field, then climb the lookout towers at nearby Montalcino. Finish on a high note with a wine tasting at a prestigious winery, then return to Rome. Numbers are limited to just 18 people for a small-group experience. 

Have a taste of the exclusive island of Capri: experience the lush nature, the sun and the amazing sea of the so-called "Pearl of the Mediterranean" on this full-day tour from Rome. Travel south from Rome via coach and take the ferry from Naples to the picturesque Mediterranean island. Tour the island with a local guide, see the mesmerizing Blue Grotto on a small rowing boat, and then indulge in a traditional Italian lunch in Anacapri. In the afternoon, explore the narrow lanes, artisan shops and the "Piazzetta" with its luxury boutiques at your pace.

Visit the little-known archaeological site of Ostia Antica on a small-group day tour from Rome. In addition to navigating, your guide provides anecdotes and background information you won’t find in a guidebook. Enjoy free time to explore, grab a bite to eat (own expense), or relax on the beach before heading back to Rome.

This tour is unique because it offers travelers a complete experience of discovering the city of Marrakech, exploring its different districts, ranging from the historic old town to the modern city of Gueliz. Travelers will have the opportunity to discover the main tourist sites, such as the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bab Agnaou, the Souk Semmarin and the historic district of Derb Fhal Zefriti, as well as the main arteries of Gueliz. They will also be able to discover the culture and history of the city, by visiting traditional houses, hammams and workshops of local artisans, and by tasting local culinary specialties. It is an ideal way to discover all the facets of Marrakech in a single circuit.

Get the most out of visiting the top must-see sights of Rome on a private guided tour. You’ll skip the lines with priority tickets, leaving more time to learn about the history of some of Rome’s most impressive ancient sites from your guide. While you’ll be transported around Rome via comfortable vehicle, you will walk with your guide through each site, for a more intimate and close-up experience. Tours are fully customizable to suit your needs and interests.

Pompeii is a fascinating day trip from Rome, but the logistics of reaching the archaeological site with public transportation can be daunting. With this tour, set off from Rome via comfortable coach, stopping at the Vomero scenic overlook to take in the city of Naples from above before continuing on to the ruins of Pompeii. Zip past the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and take in the site at your own pace.

Take a break from the crowds of Rome on a day trip to Tivoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was once the location of Emperor Hadrian’s second-century vacation home. The day’s itinerary includes hidden gems often missed by visitors to the region, from Bernini’s Neptune fountain to Villa d’Este’s sprawling gardens. Round-trip transport and admission tickets are included for your convenience.

Discover one of Italy’s off-the-beaten-track islands on a full-day cruise trip to Ponza from Anzio. Ride a ferry to Ponza, and enjoy a 5-hour shared round-island boat trip. Sail by rugged cliffs and bays, swim and snorkel around grottoes, relax on deck, and enjoy an onboard pasta lunch. Choose a round-trip tour including return to Anzio, or an open return to extend your stay in Ponza. Lunch, drinks, and ferry and boat trips included.

Make your visit to Vatican City truly unforgettable with this once-in-a-lifetime papal audience ticket. Join Pope Francis either outdoors in in St Peter's Square or in the nearby Nervi Hall, depending on the weather, during his papal audience in Vatican City.

Travel in the footsteps of Roman emperors, cardinals, and popes who would flee the hustle and bustle of Rome for hilltop Tivoli. This guided day trip takes you back in time in Tivoli, exploring the archeological remains of 2nd-century Hadrian's Villa, with its lavish temples, sculptures, and theaters. After the lunch break, stroll around the lush gardens of the Renaissance-era Villa d'Este, marveling at the famed Fountain of Neptune.

Frascati has been known for its excellent local cuisine since Roman times. With this food tour, sample the area’s most traditional specialties from slow-roasted “porchetta” (pork) to heirloom wines. Meet your foodie guide at the Frascati train station for a stroll through the old town, stopping to taste delicacies from local shops. Then head out of town to visit a historic family-run winery and enjoy a wine and olive oil tasting.

If you’re short on time but want to make the most of your visit to Italy, experience the famous Tuscan countryside with this full-day tour from Rome. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards, stopping to stroll through the UNESCO-listed hilltop village of San Gimignano. Visit a winery in the famed Chianti region for a tour and tasting with appetizers, and explore the well-preserved medieval city of Siena, home to the popular Il Palio horse race.

Cover Rome's top attractions during this private, full-day chauffeured tour. Travel between locations in your own comfortable vehicle, with front-door cruise port, hotel, or airport pickup. Skip-the-line admission tickets and guided tours to both the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum are included. Create an itinerary with your driver-guide and visit top landmarks like Piazza Venezia, the Pantheon, the Spanish Steps, and the Trevi Fountain.

Explore Rome on a full-day sightseeing tour by electric-assist bicycle. With a small motor that kicks in when you pedal, an e-bike allows you to enjoy the beauty of the Eternal City without too much physical effort. Cycle past top attractions like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and the ancient Roman Forum, discover the quaint Trastevere neighborhood, check out Piazza Navona, visit the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Borghese gardens and more.

Ideal for travelers short on time, this private, full-day tour covers all of Rome’s top ancient and Baroque-era attractions. Get a peek at iconic landmarks like Piazza Venezia, the Pantheon, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Colosseum during self-guided stops, with admission tickets purchased separately. Travel comfortably between attractions in your own luxury vehicle with driver.

Optimize your time and kick off your cruise right with this Rome port transfer that includes a sightseeing tour through the Eternal City. Enjoy hotel pickup in Rome and relax on board an air-conditioned vehicle as you take in highlights like the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps. Then head to the Civitavecchia cruise port in plenty of time to board for departure.

Venture beyond Rome city limits—and see many of Tuscany’s top sites and UNESCO attractions, all in one day—on this private tour. In the morning, meet at your Rome hotel and set off in a private vehicle. Head to Pisa, where you’ll see the sights of the UNESCO-listed Piazza dei Miracoli, including the iconic Leaning Tower. Then, transfer to Florence to see top attractions like the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and more.

Pompeii, Positano, and Amalfi are three of Italy’s most acclaimed attractions, but seeing all three destinations typically requires several days—or longer. Designed for busy travelers on the go, this full-day tour from Rome ticks off highlights in each location and gets you back to the capital by nightfall. Upgrade to include a guided tour within the archeological ruins of Pompeii and/or admission tickets.

Tick off the Amalfi Coast’s seaside treasures off your list on this private tour from Rome. Ideal for those with limited time, this excursion allows you to visit Positano and Amalfi in only one day. In a luxury Mercedes-Benz car, travel with ease between the seaside towns, admiring coastal beauty and discovering Italian culture during leisure time in each place. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rome are included.