Great way to see the city. It’s our first time in Rome, and we liked seeing all the attractions at night so it was less crowded. Eddie was a wonderful tour guide and can’t recommend him enough! We ended up having only us on the tour and he really was able to customize it for the two of us.
Perfect opportunity to see the Vatican and Sistine Chapel
The lines to get into the Vatican are extremely long, and doing the VIP guided tour skips all that. Our tour guide, Debra, was incredible. Kept us on time, made sure we saw everything, and was so knowledgeable. If you can request a specific tour guide, she’s the one!
Sabina was a great tour guide and this is an amazing way to see the Rome highlights! This would be a great first day activity to orient yourself to the city and knock a few landmarks off the list. It was a great tour and totally worth the time and money!
We walked to the Capuchin Crypts near the meeting place. It was unsettling to visit, to say the least. Next we traveled by van outside the city to see the catacombs in San Callisto. Many steps underground to view the maze of tombs dating from the 2nd century! Fascinating!
Our guide (Rafelli) was absolutely amazing. She knew the history of the Vatican and its Papalcy like the back of her hand. Our tour was scheduled for 2 1/2 hours but we were with her for almost 3 1/2 as she answered questions and took us to areas to avoid crowds.
I would highly recommend Crown Tours. Everyone we dealt with was friendly, helpful and professional. Prior to the tour they were in constant communication with me and provided me with detailed instructions. The check in process was easy and they supplied free beverages. I had my two granddaughters with me who needed to use the restroom prior to the tour, and they were very accommodating. Our tour guide was excellent and great with the children. Very knowledgeable and interesting. An excellent experience
We had the best tour guide. It was wonderful that Julianna was so knowledgeable and funny! She asked thought provoking questions and easily handled almost all of the questions thrown at her. There was only one question that stumped her asked by a knowledgeable teacher from the US named Sherrie. She asked “Why does Adam have a bellybutton if he was created?” She was referring to the paining of creation by Michelangelo.
Mitchell was a very knowledgable guide and patient with the children in our group. He allowed extra time to explore and get alll the pictures we wanted. It was great to be in a small group with the Colliseum being so crowded. I would highly recommend this tour
Delfina was an amazing host. Very knowledgeable. Great walking tour that didn't even feel like 2.5 hours. We saw all the significant sites with enough time to take photos and enjoy each site. Seeing the sites at night was a completely different experience and worth while.
Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast – What a Double Act! 🇮🇹
Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast – What a Double Act! 🇮🇹
Nari, our charismatic and incredibly knowledgeable guide, and Emmanuelle, our fabulous King of the Road driver — what a double act! These two made an already spectacular trip truly memorable, combining fascinating history, breathtaking scenery and an extraordinary amount of laughter.
First, a little about our dynamic duo. Nari informed us that he was a prestigious King, whilst Emmanuelle was a feudal lord and part-time pirate. Nari, meanwhile, was also a part-time pirate, with connections to the infamous Barbarossa — although, disappointingly, no red beard! Their wonderfully colourful ancestral histories provided us with some fabulous stories throughout the day. 😂
Joking aside, Nari is a brilliant guide: knowledgeable, engaging, charismatic and blessed with a wonderful sense of humour. Emmanuelle deserves equal praise for his superb driving. Smooth, considered and reassuring throughout, he navigated the roads with such skill that we could simply sit back, relax and enjoy every moment of the journey.
I was also bestowed with the prestigious title of BOSS for the entire trip, with Nari even offering me a red carpet for my arrival in Positano. Naturally, I embraced my VIP status with the dignity and humility befitting such an honour!
Pompeii – A Journey into Another World
Pompeii was utterly captivating and, in many ways, otherworldly. To walk through a city preserved by such a catastrophic moment in history was an extraordinary privilege. The ruins tell a story of an ancient civilisation, bringing its people, homes and everyday lives into startlingly vivid focus.
I was fascinated by the ingenuity of Roman engineering, particularly the water fountains, plumbing and drainage systems. The way the infrastructure worked together was remarkable. I was especially intrigued by the pieces of reflective stone set into the cobbled streets, helping people navigate in the dark — an ingenious ancient precursor to our modern road cat's eyes!
The beautifully preserved frescoes and sculptures were wonderful to see, and the sensitive preservation work in various areas helped bring the past to life without losing the authenticity of the place. Pompeii is a compelling reminder of how sophisticated ancient society could be, and how much its surviving streets and buildings can still teach us.
The visit was long enough to give us a wonderful introduction to Pompeii and a real appreciation of what it has to offer, whilst leaving plenty to discover should we return for a more in-depth exploration. And, of course, the resident cats were an added delight!
The Amalfi Coast – Breathtaking Beauty
The scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast was simply breathtaking. The views were spectacular, and Nari's commentary added so much to the experience, blending fascinating information with amusing anecdotes that kept us entertained throughout.
I was particularly struck by the sheer colossal scale of Vesuvius. Seeing this enormous volcanic presence dominating the landscape gave me a real sense of the power of nature. There was something almost humbling about its beauty, coupled with the knowledge that it remains an active volcano. A landscape of extraordinary beauty, with an unmistakable sense of nature's immense power.
Positano was a real highlight. We had plenty of time to enjoy lunch, browse the shops and wander through the beautiful streets to see the church and soak up the atmosphere. Nari had thoughtfully phoned ahead to reserve us a table, which was much appreciated and made everything feel wonderfully organised.
And then there was the complimentary limoncello! Nari clearly considers himself the official ambassador of limoncello for the region — and quite rightly, the God of Limoncello! Given his royal connections and pirate ancestry, I suspect he may also be related to Bacchus. What a rich and vibrant family tree! 🍋
Nari also shared some wonderful additional media and sent us links to fabulous Italian pasta, giving us a little more of Italy to enjoy long after the tour had ended.
A Truly Memorable Experience
This was so much more than a sightseeing tour. It was a wonderful blend of history, culture, scenery, storytelling and sheer good fun.
Nari and Emmanuelle were the perfect team. Their knowledge, professionalism, humour and obvious rapport made the whole experience feel special from beginning to end. We felt thoroughly looked after, entertained and privileged to have visited such extraordinary places in their company.
If you're considering a trip to Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast, I would wholeheartedly recommend this experience. You'll discover fascinating history, breathtaking scenery and, if you're lucky, enjoy the company of a King, a feudal lord, a couple of part-time pirates and the undisputed God of Limoncello!
Thank you, Nari and Emmanuelle, for such a fabulous, fun-filled and genuinely memorable day. I shall forever treasure my time as BOSS! ❤️🇮🇹
Fascinating tour. There's quite a bit of walking, but it's well worth it. The Vatican museum is spectacular and the Sistine Chapel is a must see! The Basilica access was the second part of the tour. It would have been great to get the tickets for that part of the tour in advance, rather than having to go back to the tour office after the Vatican Museum tour. A minor inconvenience, but all in all a great tour.
We loved this walking tour! We had a lot of fun and learned a lot. It was so nice to walk to city and see major sites at night when it was a little less crowded and much less hot. Our guide, Alena, was great! She was really nice, fun, and knowledgeable. The tour was a great mix of being taught by Alena and getting to walk around and see the site/take pictures for ourselves. We would definitely do this again, and I’d love to do another tour with Alena!
Rome has so many ruins to discover, museums to wander, and plates of carbonara to devour, it’s hard to know where to start. To make the most of your time in the attraction-packed Eternal City, explore it all with a guide. Rome tours for all types of travelers range from history-focused walks inside the Colosseum and Roman Forum to skip-the-line visits to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Once you’ve tossed a coin into the Trevi Fountain and marveled at the Pantheon’s dome, head beyond the city center on a Trastevere food tour or Appian Way bike adventure.
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