Arrival in Rome and transfer to Ostia Antica, one of the largest and best-preserved archaeological sites in Italy. Explore the ancient harbour city through its paved streets, baths, temples, theatres, warehouses and remarkable mosaics, discovering the commercial and maritime heart of Imperial Rome before continuing to your hotel.
A full day dedicated to the archaeological heart of Rome. Starting from the Capitoline Hill, discover the Roman Forum, the Imperial Forums of Caesar, Augustus, Nerva and Trajan, and the iconic Colosseum. Continue through the Caelian Hill, Circus Maximus, the Palatine, the Aventine Hill, the Orange Garden and the Pyramid of Cestius, following the evolution of Rome from Republic to Empire.
Walk along the legendary Via Appia Antica, the “Queen of Roads” and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Leaving the city behind, follow ancient basalt paving stones through the Roman countryside, passing the Villa of the Quintilii, the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, the Circus of Maxentius, Casal Rotondo and the remains of aqueducts and monuments that once lined Rome’s most important road to the East.
Explore the artistic and religious treasures of Rome through a journey spanning centuries. Visit Santa Maria degli Angeli, Piazza Barberini, Via Veneto, the Capuchin Crypt, the Spanish Steps, Via Condotti and the Trevi Fountain. Continue to Sant’Ignazio, Piazza di Pietra, the Pantheon, the churches of San Luigi dei Francesi and Sant’Agostino with masterpieces by Caravaggio, before ending at Piazza Navona, Castel Sant’Angelo and St Peter’s Basilica.
Discover some of Rome’s most atmospheric districts. From Largo Argentina and the site of Julius Caesar’s assassination, enter the historic Jewish Ghetto before crossing Tiber Island into Trastevere. Explore its picturesque alleys, lively squares and historic churches, including Santa Maria in Trastevere, Santa Cecilia and San Crisogono. Highlights also include Villa Farnesina, Palazzo Corsini, Campo de’ Fiori and views over the River Tiber.
Transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport for your return flight.