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Private Vatican In Depth 5-Hour Tour - Skip The Line

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Wether it’s your first time visiting the smallest country in the world or the 7th, there’s always so much more to see, and learn. Take our Private Extended Tour of the Vatican City and you will get the chance to see the impressive works of Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio and many more, but you will also get access to the Papal Apartments of the Borgia Family and the infamous Pope Julius II. Soak in the beauty of the Sistine Chapel at your own pace and explore every nook and cranny in the awe inspiring St.Peter’s Basilica. Last but not least, we will go below the Basilica to visit the Tombs of Past Popes with a closer glimpse into the sacred Tomb and Crypt of St. Peter. Our Private 5 hour Vatican City Tour is a guaranteed immersive experience in the heart of Catholicism.
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  • Live commentary on board
  • Local taxes
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Entrance fees - Payable to the guide on the day of the tour
  • €21 / Adult
  • €12 / Child under 18 years (with valid ID) OR Student under 26 years (with valid student ID)
  • Headsets - Compulsory after 5 people (rental fee of €3/person)
  • Gratuities (optional)
Departure Point

Via Tunisi, 4, 00192 Roma RM, Italy The tour meets at the bottom of the stairs located on Via Tunisi. The stairs are directly across the street from the entrance of the Vatican Museums. The meeting point is at the bottom of the stairs where you will find you guide holding a sign with your name on it, and / or a Maximus Tours sign.

Return Details

Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City The tour will end at St. Peter's Basilica.

  • Vatican Museums, Vatican City, Italy
    The Vatican Museums are the largest collection in the world so it is important to leave ample time to explore them We first enter into the Picture Gallery which holds great works of Raffaele, Caravaggio, Bernini and many more. We then begin to go through the many galleries and courtyards visiting impressive statues such as the Belvedere Torso and Laocoon. We pass through the Gallery of the Maps, Tapestries, Candelabra, multiple Rooms of Raffaele. We will also visit the Old Papal Apartments and Borgia Apartments.
    140 minutes
  • Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Italy
    In the Sistine Chapel we will examine Michelangelo's frescoes with his alter wall; The Last Judgment. From top to bottom we will cover all areas in depth. We will also look at the ceiling which holds one of the most import works of art in the western world, the 'Creation of Man', also done by Michelagelo's masterful hand.
    20 minutes
  • St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy
    We will also cover St. Peter's Basilica in depth visiting the many alters throughout the church, Michelangelo's Pieta and Bernini's Baldacchino. Your guide will also bring you below the church to see many tombs of past Popes including a gimps of the tomb of St. Peter.
    120 minutes
  • St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, Italy
    The tour will finish in St. Peter's Square where the guide will talk about the purpose of the square, the Ancient Egyptian obelisk in the center, as well as the many saints and martyrs who welcome us into the piazza.
    20 minutes
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • St Peter's Basilica is a holy place of worship and does not follow the same rules as the Vatican Museums. The Basilica is subject to close with little to no notice due to religious events. In this case the tour will conclude in the Sistine Chapel.
  • All youth / students aged 18-25 years must present a valid photo student ID and document with date of birth. Students below the age of 18 will only be asked to show proof of age. If you do not arrive with the proper documents, the Vatican will not honour the reservation and a new full price ticket must be purchased.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    Departure706845
    07 Sep 2021
    For those who want to enjoy, learn and be inspired, we highly recommend Maximus Tours and the deeper dive of a 5-hour experience. Our guide, Kristiana, was very knowledgeable and connected history, art and the beauty of our faith. It was an incredible day at the Vatican. We additionally booked a day trip to Assisi with Maximus and they provided direction on other items that made our 2 weeks in Italy most memorable. Grazie Mille to Matt and Kristiana! Patricia and Steven
    rtw725
    30 May 2019
    My adult daughter and I just returned home from our two week Italy vacation and this tour with Kristiana was the best part of it all. Her content knowledge was first-rate, the finest I have ever been subjected to. She was gracious and outstanding. Booking the tour was terrific, the staff answered all my questions immediately and was extremely helpful the day of the tour when bad weather altered our mode of transportation to the site. This tour was worth every bit of the cost, a first-class, second to none, most outstanding tour. Grazie Kristiana per una giornata incredibile e indimenticabile.
    This tour in is organized by Maximus Tours

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