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

Points forts

Itinéraire

1. 1

   Vatican Museums

   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.

   2 h 20 min•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

2. 2

   Sistine Chapel

   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•Entrée non incluse•Voir sur la carte

3. 3

   St. Peter's Basilica

   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.

   2 heures•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

4. 4

   St. Peter's Square

   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•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

Point de rendez-vous

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.

La carte montre Rome. Le point de rendez-vous exact est l'adresse ci-dessus.Ouvrir une carte plus grande

Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• 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.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• • 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 • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

Annulation et remboursement

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.