Exclusive Rome & The Vatican

On this tour you'll be in smaller groups with exclusive escorts and guides. Although a quick pace and substantial amount of walking is required, your day will be extremely rewarding.

In the morning, enjoy an orientation drive through the Eternal City; you'll pass the Roman Forum, the Arch of Constantine and the famed Colosseum. If time permits, you may explore on your own.

Lunch will be held in a first-class restaurant after which you'll continue to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel, boasting Michelangelo's magnificent ceiling. You'll gaze in awe at Piazza San Pietro, one of the world's most beautiful squares that faces the largest church in the world, St. Peter's. Some of its fabulous treasures will be shown to you by your guide during a brief visit.

Rome - Highlights

Your walking tour of Rome allows you to see the most famous Baroque monuments of the city. You'll be transferred to Rome by motorcoach and will start your day with a stop at the Trevi Fountain, one of Rome's most spectacular works of art.

This is followed by a visit to the Pantheon, the biggest temple built by the Emperor Adriano and the best-preserved ancient Roman building.

Head to Piazza Navona, the most beautiful Baroque square in Rome and home to the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers. Here, you'll have leisure time to roam around the piazza, lined with cafes and filled with artists displaying their works. Continue by coach to St. Peter's Square.

After your guide's explanation, you'll have free time to explore the surroundings or visit St. Peter's Basilica on your own.

Rome - Classical City Tour

This walking tour is an overview of Rome's classical era starting with an outside visit of the Colosseum, the symbol of the power of Imperial Rome. Proceed to a viewpoint of the Roman Forum and Capitoline Hill.

Spend some time soaking up the history and enjoy the opportunity to take some memorable photos. After lunch, you'll head by coach towards St. Peter's Basilica. Your guide will lead you towards the vast square in front of St. Peter's.

After a visit of the Basilica, you'll have some free time to explore the area on your own.

Hilltop City of Orvieto

Spend the day exploring the many treasures the village of Orvieto unveils at every turn. During your scenic drive to Orvieto in Umbria, you'll pass by several small villages scattered over the hills boasting Medieval castles and churches. Upon arrival in Orvieto, you'll take the cable car to reach the center.

Orvieto goes back to the 9th century B.C. and the Etruscan civilization. Perched on a plateau atop huge cliffs, this town boasts of one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Italy. Its construction started in 1263 under the pontificate of Urbano IV who wanted to consecrate the so-called 'miracle of the blood'. But your attention is immediately drawn by the wonderful Gothic facade of this cathedral. Inside, some chapels are structured with cross vaults, some of which are embellished by very important frescos painted by Fra Giovanni and by Luca Signorelli.

In the transept you can admire a Pity from the 16th century. After the cathedral's visit, your guide will lead you on a walking tour through the narrow streets of this beautiful city and point out other things of interest that you could do during your leisure time. You'll then have about 2 1/2 hours of free time to further explore Orvieto. During your free time, you might want to visit the Underground Passages, the Museum of Archeology, or St. Patrick's well, built in the early 16th Century by Pope Clement VII, an architectural marvel. If exploring is not your thing, you might opt to relax in the Piazza del Duomo over lunch, an ice cream or a glass of the famous local wine with some cheese and salami.

What about doing some shopping? Orvieto is famous for its ceramics, glass, leather and olive wood work, in addition to the many local goods produced in the area, such as olive oil or the famous wine, Orvieto Classico. Whatever you choose to do, you'll surely have a wonderful day.

Tarquinia Biking Adventure

Upon arrival at Tarquinia Porta Clementina, you'll collect your bicycles and meet the group leader. Then, proceed through the Medieval historic center of Tarquinia passing by some of the most important monuments in this historic village. Visit the main palazzo and the National Etruscan Museum. Continue towards Santa Maria in Castello until you arrive at the typical farmhouse for a wine tasting session. From here, you'll return to your ship by coach.

Rome & The Colosseum Tour

The tour starts with and internal visit of the largest and most important amphitheater - the Colosseum. This imposing structure is 160 feet high and covers about 6 acres. It has four levels of seats and could hold 50,000 spectators who watched gladiatorial battles and other events.

After visiting this magnificent structure with your guide, you'll continue to the Roman Forum which was the political, economic and religious centre of ancient Rome. Walk through the ruins of various temples, tribunals and other buildings which were used for public and private business.

From here, you'll continue to see an iconic fountain of Rome - the Trevi Fountain. The high-baroque Fontana di Trevi was designed by Nicola Salvi in 1732 and today is one of Rome's most spectacular fountains. Legend has it that you can ensure your return to Rome by tossing a coin in the fountain.

After lunch in a typical Italian restaurant, you'll proceed to St. Peter's Square and visit St. Peter's Basilica. You'll have some free time to explore on your own before driving back to Civitavecchia and to your ship.

Rome & The Vatican Tour

Although a quick pace and substantial amount of walking is required, your day will be extremely rewarding. Your tour starts with an orientation drive through the Eternal City, passing through Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Arch of Constantine and the famed Colosseum.

Only if time permits, some free time will be permitted so that you can explore the area on your own. After lunch, visit the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel, boasting Michelangelo's magnificent ceiling. You'll gaze in awe at Piazza San Pietro, one of the world's most beautiful squares that faces the largest church in the world, St. Peter's.

Some of its fabulous treasures will be shown to you by your guide during a brief visit. You'll then rejoin your motorcoach for the return to Civitavecchia

Rome & Leisure Tour

Enjoy an orientation drive of Rome and have free time to take in the sites of your choice, or do some shopping. Drive by landmarks like Trajan's Column, the Arch of Constantine, Circus Maximus, the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.

Then, you'll be dropped off at a central location where you'll have approximately three hours of free time. Your guide will advise you of the pick-up time for your return back to Civitavecchia.

Highlights of Rome with Transfer Tour

Begin your exploration of the 'Eternal City' with an outside visit of the Arch of Constantine and the Colosseum - Imperial Rome's symbol of power. You'll drive past the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Marcello Theatre, and Circo Massimo to the Trevi Fountain - one of Rome's most spectacular fountains.

The high Baroque Fontana di Trevi was designed by Nicola Salvi in 1732. Legend has it that you can ensure your return to Rome by tossing a coin in the fountain. You'll have some free time for lunch before rejoining your coach to head towards St. Peter's Square.

Here you'll visit the Basilica, which can hold up to 300,000 people. After your visit, you'll be transferred to your Norwegian Cruise Line program hotel or the airport for your departure.

Tarquinia & The Etruscans Tour

Not far from Civitavecchia lies Tarquinia, a sprawling city overlooking the sea. Due to its huge and efficient fleet, Tarquinia was once one of the most powerful Etruscan cities.

Today, it is known for its quaint squares and lovely palaces. Start with a visit to Palazzo Vitelleschi, a splendid 15th century Gothic-style castle.

The museum contains a wealth of Etruscan treasures. Rejoin your motorcoach to visit the Etruscan Necropolis, containing numerous sarcophagi that were found in its tombs lying beneath rolling farmlands just outside Tarquinia.

Your guide will lead you past underground tombs decorated with lively frescoes of Etruscan life, dating from the 7th to 2nd centuries BC. Your tour culminates with a visit to a local farmhouse where you'll discover the local flavors when you sample their homemade goods.