Top Rome Holidays - page 3

Learn to make pasta by hand with a professional chef-instructor for a truly memorable experience in Rome. Your small-group cooking class takes place in a private location in a traditional Roman neighborhood and covers the basics of creating incredible Italian pasta. Nibble on light appetizers and sip on prosecco as you begin to prepare the pasta meal. Or, opt for the pizza-making class to prepare your own pie.

Discover some of Rome's most iconic attractions by prebooking your admission ticket and choosing a tour option that suits your sightseeing style. Opt to explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill at your own pace on a self-guided audio tour, or benefit from the insight of a guide on a group tour. For a personalized experience of the ancient wonders, upgrade to a private tour that promises undivided attention.

Exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on your own can feel overwhelming, especially on a short stay in Rome. This guided experience brings these three landmark sites together in one structured visit, with commentary from a guide to help you understand what you’re seeing as you go. Instead of navigating vast ruins without context, follow a clear route and learn about gladiator games, imperial politics, and how daily Roman life shaped the ancient city.

Half pub crawl and half walking tour, this experience mixes drinks with ancient Roman history. Start with a drink at the cobblestoned Piazza della Madonna dei Monti—the city's former red-light district—and explore Rome’s historic center in search of bars, pubs, and historic sights. Enjoy authentic Italian beverages such as regional wine, spritz, sambuca, and limoncello while mingling with your fellow travelers.

The Vatican Museums are among the largest museums in the world and with over five million annual visitors they can get incredibly crowded. This self-guided tour is ideal for those who want to take their time and not be restricted by a guided tour. Save time with fast-track, skip-the-line entrance tickets, browse the galleries at your own pace, and visit the magnificent Sistine Chapel at a time that suits you.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.

Dive into Rome's famous cuisines and explore the trendy Trastevere neighborhood on this small-group nighttime food tour. Visit bars to sample wines and cocktails; stop at restaurants to taste cured meats and pasta dishes; and venture through charming back streets with your guide. Enjoy several tastings plus wine pairings and an aperitif cocktail.

Getting to Civitavecchia Port from Rome usually involves a long ride on a regional train—plus a taxi ride from your hotel to the station. Skip the hassle of getting around by public transportation with this deluxe one-way transfer service. Ride in your own private, chauffeured vehicle door-to-door. Transfers can be booked all week long, with departures timed to your cruise schedule.

Eat your way through Rome—and discover sights and bites you wouldn't otherwise encounter—on this small-group sightseeing and culinary tour. Follow your guide to the city's history-saturated Jewish Ghetto, Campo Marzio, and Campo de' Fiori, spotting major landmarks as you go. Along the way, taste a range of Roman specialties, such as Jewish-style fried artichokes, Roman pizza, cured meats, gelato, and espresso.

Experience an authentic pasta-making class in the heart of Rome. Learn to make Ravioli, Fettuccine, and Tortelli, guided by an expert chef. Roll, shape, and cook it to perfection. Then, enjoy your delicious creations and sip on organic Tuscan wines.

Escape the vibrancy of Rome for a full-day exploration of Tuscany's enchanting landscapes, visiting the picture-postcard villages of Pienza and Montepulciano in one day. Journey through the Val d’Orcia countryside, where golden hills and vineyards paint a picturesque backdrop. Discover Montepulciano, renowned for its Vino Nobile, and delve into the historic Cantina Talosa, enjoying a delicious tasting of three selected Tuscan wines, including Vino Nobile. In Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stroll its harmonious streets and savor three different varieties of the famed Pecorino di Pienza in a local shop. This tour combines art, history, and culinary delights, offering a true taste of Tuscany. - Full-day tour from Rome to Montepulciano and Pienza - Roundtrip transport by comfortable GT coach with expert guide - Tasting of 3 selected Tuscan wines at Cantina Talosa, including Vino Nobile, and 3 varieties of Pecorino di Pienza - Free time to explore the charming towns and landscapes

Walk in the footsteps of ancient gladiators with a group or private tour. Stand where gladiators once fought and hear stories of Rome's ruthless games and battles, then explore the Colosseum's first and second levels with your guide. Finish with a visit to Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum to complete your journey through ancient Rome.

Explore the Vatican and its vast collections of religious artifacts and Renaissance artworks, without missing the highlights, on this guided tour. Don't worry about navigating the large complex yourself, as your guide leads you through the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Get insider commentary on this UNESCO World Heritage–listed site as you go, gaining insight directly from your guide.

You can eat pasta to your heart’s content while in Rome, but what happens after the vacation ends? Learn how to recreate classic Roman pasta dishes like cacio e pepe or amatriciana during this small-group cooking class. Get hands-on instruction within the home of an Italian nonna in an intimate group, with vegetarian options available. After the course, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal.

Italy is well-known for its delicious food and this short tasting experience allows you to sample the many flavors of Rome. Authentic Italy is served up on a plate with foods like buffalo mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes, and truffle infused honey available to eat. Sip on Italian wine as you eat and make sure you save room for a delicious dessert of gelato.

Learn to make pizza by hand with a professional chef in Rome. Use top-quality, local ingredients to create delicious, traditional pizza, and then pop your culinary creations in the neighborhood's oldest woodfired oven to crisp to a golden brown. After cooking up a storm, sit down for a relaxed meal and sip on a selection of wines to complement your cuisine.

Covering Civita di Bagnoregio, Montepulciano, and Orvieto in a single day from Rome requires a driving route across three regions that's difficult to coordinate independently. This group tour connects all three, with a guided visit to Civita di Bagnoregio, a farmhouse lunch paired with a Brunello di Montalcino wine tasting in Montepulciano, and a visit to Orvieto's Duomo and underground sites.

Reaching Pompeii from Rome on your own means sorting trains and connections, and the ruins are vast enough to lose your bearings once you arrive. Join a guided tour to handle both, with coach transport from Rome and a route straight to the site's highlights. From there, you can shape the day: add a crater hike or a geologist-led walk at Mt. Vesuvius, extend your time in Pompeii, or upgrade to a Neapolitan lunch over the Bay of Naples.

Rome’s ancient ruins can be overwhelming and hard to interpret on your own. This guided tour brings them to life, giving historical context and fascinating stories behind each site. In just a few hours, explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum with insights that make history vivid and easy to understand.

Learn how to eat and drink like a local during this group dinner crawl through Rome's Trastevere neighborhood. Skip the tourist traps and explore hidden gems and eateries locals go to. Understand the history of Roman cuisine and meet the people behind the city’s notable gastronomy. Taste several traditional dishes along the way, from pizza and pasta to cheeses, Italian wine, and gelato.

If you’re short on time but want to make the most of your visit to Italy, experience the famous Tuscan countryside with this full-day tour from Rome. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards, stopping to stroll through the UNESCO-listed hilltop village of San Gimignano. Visit a winery in the famed Chianti region for a tour and tasting with appetizers, and explore the well-preserved medieval city of Siena.

The Vatican Museums are a must-visit attraction in Rome, but the long lines and massive size can take a big bite out of your sightseeing time in Rome. Maximize your day on this express group—or small-group—guided tour with handy skip-the-line entry. Head straight to the museums' highlights and the Sistine Chapel, and cover top works with your guide's insights to better understand their history and significance.

Discover Rome’s rich gastronomic traditions on this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Explore the Trevi district and visit the Campo de Fiori Market to sample a number of treats such as pizza, cured meats, prosciutto, pasta, gelato, and much more. See some of the Eternal City’s famous landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and more as you follow your guide around some of Rome’s hidden gems.

Instead of juggling multiple bookings, make your visit to Rome easier with a combination tour that checks off three historic sites in one seamless experience. Begin with a guided tour of the Colosseum—once the stage for epic gladiator battles—before heading to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to learn about ancient politics and daily Roman life.