Rome in 2 Days: Colosseum, Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel - VIP Guided Tour

 

Walk in the footsteps of the Ancient Romans as you enjoy a combined tour of three of Rome's iconic symbols: The majestic Colosseum, the unparalleled Vatican Museums and the famous Sistine Chapel. Highlights - Stroll around the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your own pace - Enjoy a guided tour of the Colosseum - Discover the treasures of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel Rome, one of the most prosperous ancient cities, is a must-see destination not only for history buffs and art lovers, but is the perfect getaway to observe the beauty of its architecture. • Day 1: Roman Forum and the Colosseum Start your adventure as you skip the lines as you enter the Roman Forum through our dedicated VIP entrance where you can enjoy breath-taking views over this spectacular ancient site. Walk along the Via Sacra (Sacred Road) and immerse yourself in Roman history. The main path through the Roman Forum, the Sacred Road once sparkled with festivals and triumphal processions. End at the Temple, which houses the altar where Julius Caesar was cremated. Visitors from around the world still leave flowers and candles at the site to this day. Continue with an exciting visit to the Colosseum, with almost 2000 years of history behind its walls. For hundreds of years, this grand amphitheatre drew in the masses with public entertainment such as exhibitions of exotic animals, prisoner executions, battle recreations and gladiator fights! • Day 2: Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel Discover the Vatican City’s most incredible works of art on a two and a half hours guided tour. Explore the Vatican Museums, see the spectacular Sistine Chapel. This excursion into the Vatican’s legendary art and architecture starts at the Vatican Museums, which house the most important ancient art collection in the world. Your guide will lead you to the best galleries to see frescoes, statues, tapestries, and historical maps. There, you will also find the Borgia Apartment, La Pinacoteca Vaticana and the beautiful Vatican Library. Head over to the Sistine Chapel to admire masterpieces by Michelangelo, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Pinturicchio, and Perugino - gazing up at Michelangelo's ceiling is an experience you'll remember for the rest of your lives.