From Florence: Rome by train, Vatican Museums & Hidden Gems

Begin a wonderful full-day trip from Florence to the wonders of Rome traveling by high-speed train.At the designated meeting point, you will be met and assisted by your tour assistant before you start discovering the Eternal City.

It all starts with a merry chase after some of the lesser treasures that Old Rome has left.

The guide will take you off the beaten track to look at the hidden side of Ancient Rome—places seldom visited by tourists.

Find where the Romans lived, and played, and the secret monuments that dwell within this city.

Terraces described as some of the most beautiful in Rome itself, offering panoramic views will be discovered.

Amongst treasure to be found are the Orange Garden, Bocca della Verità with its adjoining temples and Circus Maximus—most famous for ancient chariot racing.

The Roman houses allow one aspect of daily life in antiquity while pretty Colle Oppio offers one of the best views on the Colosseum.

This morning tour will give you an opportunity to see a side of Rome that most visitors never get to see, with interesting commentary about the history and culture of this fascinating city.

At lunch, be served a meal in an old Roman house.

Taste real Italian food.

Enjoy local dishes that show the heart of Roman cooking have a slow break before starting your tour again.

Afternoon visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel is suggested.

View the world’s largest private art collection initially put together for the Pope, see masterpieces by Michelangelo.

Walk through beautiful Raphael’s Rooms decorated with frescoes by Raphael and his students which take you to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel.

In this remarkable place, be surrounded by Michelangelo’s famous frescoes (The Creation of the World and The Last Judgment) works of Perugino, Botticelli, and Ghirlandaio.

At the end of the tour, you will then be accompanied to the rail station for your trip back to Florence Appropriate.- Please note that appropriate dress is obligatory to enter the Vatican Museums.

Shorts, mini skirts, and bare shoulders are not allowedAdvantageous.- We recommend that those in the party with mobility issues consider a private tour which offers more comfort and flexibility As you end this day, full of wonder and joy, take with you the sights of Rome’s most known works—a trip that will stay with you for many years to come.