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

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Where: Rome, Italy
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Duration: 4 hours
Regular price per person
$90.82
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  • This is a small group tour, with a maximum of 12 people which makes for an intimate experience and allows for interaction with the guide
  • Skip the Line entrance to the Vatican
  • The tour is led by an English speaking guide

Tour the important sights of the Vatican and discover the rich culture and history of the city though its landmarks.

This small group tour is an ideal way to tour the Vatican as the numbers are limited which gives all participants the opportunity to interact with the expert local 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 Vatican tour will provide an enlightening insight into the rich cultural heritage and history of the one of the oldest civilisations in the world.

Customer reviews

Luca was a very superior and talented guide. In the middle of our tour the Vatican closed St Peter square and Bascillia for a special function. This caused much confusion and...

Jim Hamilton United States
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It couldn't have bee worse: Easter Saturday, after the new Pope was elected, at the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel. 1 Million of tourists together with us. And then came Lucca...

Christiane Seuhs-Schoeller Austria
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Itinerary

Meet your guide outside the main entrance to the Vatican museum at 1300h (1:00pm) for your Vatican and Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour. You will 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 lifestyle during one of the most enlightened periods in Italian history, the Renaissance.

Sistine Chapel: The Sistine Chapel, loacted 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 ends in St Peters Square at around 1700h (5:00pm).

Please note
Please call the activity operator at least 24 hours prior to start of the tour to confirm the departure details.
The guide will be holding a sign with the name of the activity operator written on it. And the name of the activity operator will be on your booking voucher.
This is a small group tour and operates with a maximum 12 passengers per person. However a minimum of 5 are required to operate the tour. If you book this tour and the minimum of 5 passengers is not met you will be given the option to move to another departure or a full refund will be given.
Your tour guide will be holding a sign with the local activity operator’s name written on it
Religious sites require a dress code. Shoulders and knees must be covered. Large bags and glass bottles are not allowed.
Headphones provided when the group is over 5 people.
Inclusions
  • English speaking local expert guide
  • Reservation and entrance fees to enter the Vatican museum without standing in line
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?
01 Apr 13 - 31 Jul 13: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
01 Aug 13 - 31 Aug 13: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
01 Sep 13 - 31 Oct 13: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
01 Nov 13 - 08 Mar 14: Monday & Saturday
09 Mar 14 - 31 Mar 14: Monday, Wednesday & Saturday
Duration
4 hours
Start time
1300h (1:00pm)
Meeting point
The tour departs from the main entrance to the Vatican museum, your guide will be waiting outside holding a sign with name of the tour written on it.
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 in St. Peter's basilica
Sale price
$123.23
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Additional information
Tour is operated in English.
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.
Dos & Don'ts
Do wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves a moderate amount of walking.

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