Top Lazio Day Trips

This Top Rome Experience is designed specifically for cruise passengers who want to make the most of their time in Rome without the stress of planning or rushing. Departing directly from Civitavecchia Port, this tour offers a smooth, seamless journey that takes you to the city's top attractions, ensuring you return to your cruise ship with time to spare.

Make the most of your time in Rome with this shore excursion from Civitavecchia, designed especially for cruise passengers. Join a shared guided experience that covers Rome’s must-see landmarks and the Vatican in one unforgettable day. Meet your local driver/guide at the port and travel comfortably by air-conditioned vehicle to the Eternal City. Discover iconic sights such as the Colosseum (external view), Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps, with photo stops along the way. Continue to Vatican City, where you’ll explore the Vatican Museums, admire the Sistine Chapel, and visit St. Peter’s Basilica, accompanied by a professional guide. This well-organized group tour ensures smooth logistics, expert commentary, and a stress-free return to your ship. Perfect for travelers seeking a reliable, well-paced shore excursion that balances history, culture, and convenience.

Embark on a comfortable bus tour from Civitavecchia to Rome! A hostess will be onboard to assist you, offering tips and support throughout the journey. Upon arrival in Rome, the tour leader will indicate the meeting point and return time before giving you free time to explore the city at your own pace. The bus will drop you off at Piazzale Partigiani, next to Ostiense Station, a convenient transportation hub with easy access to the Metro, trains, taxis, and buses. From here, you can easily reach Rome’s most famous landmarks, including the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Piazza Venezia, the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. The area is also home to Eataly Roma, a great place to enjoy authentic Italian food, grab a coffee, or shop for local specialties before or after your sightseeing. After your Roman adventure, return to the designated meeting point at Piazzale Partigiani for the comfortable ride back to Civitavecchia.

The UNESCO–listed city of Rome is home to ancient treasures including the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Trevi Fountain—but reaching the far-flung sites on foot takes time. This panoramic bus tour from central Civitavecchia includes a round-trip shared transfer service, allowing you to reach the sites of Rome from coastal Italy in comfort. Enjoy free time to hit the sites at your own pace, with sweeping city views along the way.

The Italian region of Lazio is filled with overlooked attractions, but knowing where to go takes local know-how—and your own transportation. Explore two unique sights during this full-day, small-group shore excursion from Civitavecchia. Ideal for cruise ship passengers, the tour combines stops in the spectacular hilltop village of Bagnoregio and the surreal Renaissance-era sculpture park of Bomarzo. Door-to-door transfers from the cruise terminal are included.

Turn your Civitavecchia port stop into an unforgettable day exploring Rome’s most iconic landmarks, completely stress-free. Designed specifically for cruise passengers, this shore excursion skips ticket hassles so you can soak in the Eternal City’s atmosphere and capture incredible photos from the outside, with a guaranteed on-time return to your ship. Board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach with a bilingual Tour Leader for a scenic drive to Vatican City. Enjoy two hours admiring Bernini’s Colonnade, the grand façade of St. Peter’s Basilica, and nearby Castel Sant'Angelo, with time to sample an authentic espresso. Next, arrive in Ancient Rome for three hours of exterior sightseeing. Drive past Tiber Island and the Mouth of Truth, then marvel at Piazza Venezia and Altare della Patria. Stroll along Via dei Fori Imperiali right up to the legendary Colosseum and Arch of Constantine. Grab a quick Roman pizza before a relaxing drive back to port, arriving well ahead of departure.

Skip the usual crowds and explore off-the-beaten-track Tuscany during this private, full-day off-shore excursion to Maremma. Enjoy comfortable transportation and front-door pickup and drop-off from Civitavecchia cruise port. Highlights include visits to the walled town of Montemerano and the hilltop village of Pitigliano, plus a soak in Saturnia’s hot springs in Cascate del Mulino.

Travelers should book this tour because all our drivers are professionally skilled to make our customers enjoy an unforgettable experience! This tour, combined with a brand new Mercedes vehicle and a professional English-speaking driver, born and residing in Rome, is the best way to discover the beauties of the Eternal City, Rome, that you will love and never forget. All the places will be visited with no stress or compulsion, and our customers are free to decide where to spend most of their available time. You will be explained all the listed monuments and sites, helped with the local language, food, and shopping, and much more!!!

Join us for a captivating tour of Rome's most iconic landmarks, including the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and St. Peter's Square, where you'll be introduced to the splendour of the Vatican. Our journey from the cruise port to central Rome will take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. We'll start our exploration at the Colosseum, arriving around 10:00 am to 10:30 am, depending on our port arrival time. While we won't enter the Colosseum due to time constraints, you'll have the opportunity to capture stunning photos and marvel at its grandeur during our brief visit. Trevi fountain Breaks for free time St. Peter's Square, Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Vatican City Italy, pass by without stopping Pantheon, Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Rome Italy, pass by without stopping Vatican City, Vatican City, Lazio, 30 minutes Official Tour Escorts Guarantee back to ship on time If your ship does not port, then we offer a 100% refund

Explore Rome’s iconic sights with this full-day, small-group shore excursion from Civitavecchia. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, and experience the city like a local as you travel by regional train, taxi, and metro. Enjoy local foods such as suppli and white pizza with mortadella, plus a relaxing aperitivo and sit-down meal in Monti, one of Rome’s trendiest neighborhoods.

Explore its enchanting villages to discover some of the most fascinating sights of southern Tuscany and savor the flavors of this land with a wine and local product tasting experience. This land was already well-known and loved by the ancient Etruscans, who made it a key strategic area for their civilization. A land rich not only in history but also in flavors: from fine wines to delicious local cuisine, this tour is the perfect opportunity to taste wine and local products. The first stop is Montemerano has been recently included among Italy’s Most Beautiful Villages. The next stop is the thermal area of Saturnia, home to the stunning Cascate del Mulino (Mill Waterfalls). Nicknamed "Little Jerusalem", Pitigliano was home to a thriving Jewish community from the 16th century onwards. Here, time seems to have stood still, making it the perfect place to end this unforgettable journey through the wonders of Maremma Tuscany.

Discover the enchanting landscapes of the Italian west coast on a Vespa tour! Zip through charming streets in the old city centre of Civitavecchia, Port of Rome. Soak up local flavors at the bustling market, take a bath at the Santa Marinella sea promenade, delve into history at the majestic castle of Santa Severa. An unforgettable experience with locals. You drive, we guide!

Experience the rich wine culture of southern Tuscany’s Maremma region during this private, full-day wine-tasting excursion from Civitavecchia. It includes front-door pickup and drop-off from any hotel in the area or also the port, making this an ideal option for cruise ship passengers. Travel by climate-controlled minivan between two traditional vineyards, enjoying a selection of wines and savory bites in each location.

From the port after 50 minutes driving arrive to Montefiascone offering panoramic views over Lake Bolsena, the largest volcanic lake in Europe. It is also famous for its vineyards and the legendary Est! Est!! Est! wine, which owes its name to an intriguing medieval tale. According to the legend, in 1111 AD, German King Henry V traveled to Rome for his coronation, accompanied by his wine-loving bishop, J. Defuk. The bishop’s servant, Martino, was tasked with scouting the best taverns along the way, marking the good ones with "Est" (It is here!). Upon reaching Montefiascone, he found the wine so exceptional that he tripled the inscription, adding exclamation points: Est! Est!! Est!!! After 15 min we arrived to "Civita Bagnoregio" also called "dying city" because the land on which it stands is slowly falling away and will inevitably disappear when the final pieces crumble into the Calanchi Valley. Let yourself be enchanted by the unique atmosphere before returning to the port.

The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are a must-see in Rome, but the logistics of visiting from Civitavecchia can be confusing. With this tour, save time with transportation directly from the port to the Vatican Museums, zip past the crowds with skip-the-line tickets, and admire masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael with a guide. Afterwards, take a turn through St. Peter’s Basilica and Square before returning directly to the port.

Explore Rome like a local on a private 9-hour shore excursion in a brand-new Mercedes van. Enjoy stress-free pickup and drop-off right at your ship with a guaranteed on-time return (28 years of 100% reliability!). Your native, English-speaking driver will share rich historical insights and insider tips as you travel between iconic sights. To skip the main lines, pre-purchase Colosseum tickets for 9:45–10:00 AM and Vatican Museum tickets for 1:30–2:00 PM on Viator before you go!

Great Italy Tour is proud to offer only the highest quality services, with the best skilled and trained English Speaking Driver and luxurious Mercedes Benz Minivans! Our drivers will take care of everything about your day tour and you’ll fill their professionalism. They are perfectly knowledgeable about Italy and furthermore speak a fluent English. Moreover, they are assisted by our trusted Private Licensed tour Guide! With us you’ll live a safe and complete experience in Italy, totally stress free and comfortable. During a 3 hours guided tour of Florence you will discover the main locations of the city and many beautiful churches, streets, squares, local shops and wineries / restaurants. In addition, we are always open to customize out tour according to your preferences, in order to give you a truly unforgettable experience!

Discover Bagnoregio, the "Dying City," and Orvieto on this private excursion. So-called because the land on which is stands is slowly crumbling from beneath it, the historic Bagnoregio village is worth a visit. Join a guided tour from the Port of Citavecchia, walk through the picturesque streets, hear the fascinating stories of this city founded by Etruscans 2,500 years ago. Then enjoy a stroll through Orvieto and its underground, plus enjoy a meal of authentic Italian food with your group.

Travel to Rome with ease on this bus transfer from Civitavecchia cruise port and upgrade for a flexible sightseeing experience. Forget the hassle of navigating public transport and head straight the capital for a day of exploration. Head out on your own or save yourself some of the walking with an optional hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour between landmarks such as the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps.

Maximize your time ashore with a private day tour to Rome from Civitavecchia Port. With seamless private transfers included, see more than you could alone as your guide brings the city to life. Tick off highlights like the Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, and St Peter's Square, home to St Peter's Basilica, while hearing stories along the way. Enjoy a tailored itinerary shaped around your interests—simply let your guide know what you'd like to see.

Before the days of Ancient Rome, there were the Etruscans—and this private, half-day tour offers an immersive way to discover the secrets of this lost, ancient civilization. Meet your guide in the morning in Tarquinia or the Civitavecchia Port and set off to explore UNESCO-listed marvels like the Necropolis of Tarquinia. You can also visit the Etruscopolis theme park and explore the National Etruscan Museum before a lunch break.

Experience a plethora of Rome's wonders in one day during this tour departing from Civitavecchia port. Embark on the curated itinerary taking your time to enjoy various attractions, including the Vatican and the Fontana di Trevi. Plus, this tour includes complimentary bottled water, Wi-Fi on board, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle to ensure your utmost comfort throughout the journey.

Make the most of your limited time ashore with this private, full-day excursion from Civitavecchia Port to Rome. Instead of worrying about transport and timing, enjoy door-to-door transfers and an efficient itinerary that includes panoramic views from Gianicolo Hill, self-guided time outside the Colosseum, and a relaxed lunch at a traditional Roman trattoria.