Best of Rome and Naples
Classical Rome Tour
The day begins with a journey from Civitavecchia to Rome, where you'll visit Vatican City, the seat of the Catholic Church. Upon arrival in Rome, you'll first see the entrance to Vatican City, which serves as the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and is home to the Pope and a wealth of iconic art and architecture. Next, you'll proceed to the magnificent St. Peter's Basilica, allowing you to admire this Renaissance-style church from the outside. Following your visit to St. Peter's Basilica on St. Peter's Square, you'll have some free time to explore the Vatican souvenir shop and browse for gifts.
A view from the bus as it goes past the Tiberin Island, Trastevere, Circus Maximus and Palatin Hill, Caracalla Terme, Piramide, etc. Afterward, pause at the Colosseum. Proceeding from this point on, the walking tour will pass by the outside of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Venice Square, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Navona Square.
Your journey through Rome will take you past the historic Roman Forum, a site that dates back to the city's founding in 753 BCE on the Palatine Hill. Nearby, you'll find the Circus Maximus, an ancient arena where thrilling chariot races once took place. Measuring an impressive 2,037 feet (621 meters) in length, the Colosseum is undeniably a marvel to behold. Your guide will then lead you past the Capitoline Hill and the Victor Emmanuel Monument, also known as the Altare Della Patria. This monument was erected in honor of Victor Emmanuel, the first king of a unified Italy, and features a statue of the king on horseback. Nearby, you'll see the Palazzo di Venezia, which served as the office for Fascist dictator Benito Mussolini, who delivered many of his speeches from its balcony, now named after him.
Next on the itinerary is a visit to one of Rome's most iconic symbols: the Colosseum. Constructed between 70 AD and 80 AD, the Colosseum holds the distinction of being one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Originally named the Amphitheatrum Flavium, or Flavian Amphitheater, it hosted gladiatorial contests, simulated naval battles, animal hunts, and even served as a venue for the execution of Christians. You will have opportunity to use your observation point to take breathtaking pictures of this Roman landmark.
Following your visit to the Colosseum, your group will embark on a walking tour led by your guide, passing by this iconic landmark. Continuing along Via dei Fori Imperiali, until you y reach Venice Square, where you'll admire the stunning National Monument Altar of the Fatherland, erected between 1885 and 1935 to honor Victor Emmanuel II. Your walking tour will proceed from here, taking you to Trevi Fountain for a brief lunch break (lunch not included). Afterward, you'll pass by the Pantheon and Navona Square, where you'll encounter masterpieces of art at every turn, offering you multiple perspectives from which to discover and appreciate the beauty of Rome.
After an enlightening visit to Rome, you'll enjoy a scenic drive back to Civitavecchia, rounding off your unforgettable excursion in Italy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the wonders of Rome - book your tour today!
Please Note: This tour does not include visits to the interiors of any attractions or landmarks. This tour is intended for guests arriving in Civitavecchia. While guests staying in hotels are always welcome, they are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the meeting location on the day of the tour. This tour is available in Spanish upon request. Please select your preferred language above when placing your booking. The tour may be presented in both English and Spanish. This tour can accommodate guests who are disembarking their cruise ship with luggage. You may bring luggage on this tour and leave it on the bus while touring. If you are disembarking your ship and do not wish to ride back to the cruise pier, the tour will end at the Justice Palace, Piazza dei Tribunali. All guests planning to return to the port should check with the guide for the shuttle's final departure time and location.
Naples Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
Enjoy this excellent tour of Naples - Italy's vibrant seaside city. Dominated by Mount Vesuvius and bustling with life, discover the color, flavor, and visible delights of this city, rich in culture. Naples is a stunning city of contrasts situated on the unique Bay of Naples.
This hop on hop off bus tour provides you with the freedom to see as many sites as you'd like, or to enjoy a more leisurely day - it's your choice! Your ticket is valid for 24 hours from the time you first get on the bus so use the bus as much or as little as you please!
This Naples day tour allows you to savor this vibrant city, once home to the Bourbon kings, at its very best. There are four castles in the city, including the famous Castello del l' Ovothe (built in the 5th century) on the original site of the city, and the 11th century Norman Castle Nuovo. Other sights include the Duomo Cathedral and the Gesu Nuovo Church with its beautiful frescos. You can also see the famous Palazzo Reale, San Carlo Theater, and San Gennaro Catacombs dating back to the 4th century.
The traditional Neapolitan verve and hospitality awaits you. The bus tour is also ideal for shopping and tasting the many gastronomic delights that Naples has to offer.
Please Note: There are two bus routes with varying schedules and tour durations. Route A runs every 45 minutes from April to October and hourly from November to March, and it takes approximately one hour to complete the route without getting off. Route B runs every 45 minutes from April to October and every 75 minutes from November to March, and it takes approximately 75 minutes to complete the route without getting off. The Hop On Hop Off Bus tours are narrated in English, Italian, French, German, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, and Russian. First and last tour times vary by route and will be detailed in your electronic ticket.
Route A includes the following stops:
- Largo Castello (Piazza Municipio)
- Piazza del Gesu
- Piazza Dante
- Museo Archeologico
- Porta San Gennaro
- Palazzo Caracciolo
- Stazione Garibaldi
- Corso Umberto Shopping
- Piazza Bovio / Universita
- Largo Castello (Piazza Municipio)
- Piazza Vittoria
- Viale Dohrn - Villa Pignatelli
- Mergellina
- Capo Posillipo
- Posillipo
- Parco Virgiliano
- Via Petrarca
- Piazza Vittoria (Via Arcoleo)
- Chiatamone
- Via Acton / Porto
To see a map of the stops that are included in this tour, please CLICK HERE.
Please select your language preference for your tour. If a certain language is not available on the date you requested, an alternate language will be suggested.