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The Vatican and the Sistine Chapel; Private Tour - Skip the Line!

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Where: Rome, Italy

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Duration: 3½ hours approx.

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Visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St Peters Basilica
Skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican
This is a private tour giving you the flexibility to spend more time at areas that interest you and offers maximum interaction with your expert guide

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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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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

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

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.

Please note

Please call the activity operator at least 24 hours prior to 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

Inclusions

Guide available in English, German & French languages
Reservation and entrance fees to the Vatican
Skip the line for tickets

Exclusions

Hotel pick up & drop off

What happens after I book?

A booking voucher will be sent to you by email
Print all pages of the voucher
Present the voucher at the tour start point or attraction entrance

Activity schedule

When does it run?
Daily except Sundays

Duration
3½ hours approx.

Start time
Entrance slots to the Vatican are available at the following times; 1030h (10:30 am), 1400h (2:00 pm) & 1500h (3:00pm)
(Please mention your preferred start time in the special request section at the time of booking.)
Duration: 3½ hours approx.

Meeting point
The private Vatican tour departs from the Main entrance to the Vatican museum where your guide will be waiting holding a sign with the tour name on.
Please report at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time. This is mandatory to allow time for pre-departure briefing.

Ending point
The tour ends at St. Peter's Square

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$123.23

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Additional information

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 0800h - 1000h. You are advised to book well in advance.

Dos & Don'ts
Religious sites require a dress code . Shoulders and knees must be covered. Large bags and glass bottles are not allowed.

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