Classical Rome Tour

Journey from Civitavecchia to the Eternal City and discover Rome's most iconic landmarks on this panoramic and walking excursion designed to showcase the highlights in a single unforgettable day.

Upon arrival in Rome, your first stop will be Vatican City, the heart of the Roman Catholic Church. From St. Peter's Square, admire the impressive exterior of St. Peter's Basilica, one of the world's most renowned Renaissance churches. Please note that this tour does not include entry into the Basilica. During the Vatican stop, you will admire St. Peter's Basilica from the outside, with explanations provided by your guide. At this stop, you will also have some free time at a souvenir shop.

Back aboard your coach, enjoy panoramic views of several historic sites as you drive through the city, including Tiber Island, Trastevere, Circus Maximus, and the Palatine Hill.

Arriving at the Colosseum, you will stop to admire this world-famous ancient amphitheater from the outside. Built between 70 and 80 AD, the Colosseum is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and remains a powerful symbol of Imperial Rome. Take advantage of excellent photo opportunities while your guide shares fascinating insights into its history.

From here, your guided walking tour begins. Stroll along Via dei Fori Imperiali with views over the Roman Forum, once the political, religious, and commercial center of ancient Rome. Continue to Venice Square to admire the impressive Victor Emmanuel II Monument, also known as the Altar of the Fatherland.

Your walk will continue to the Trevi Fountain, the largest and most famous Baroque fountain in the city. Be sure to toss a coin into the fountain to ensure your return to Rome. You will then pass by the magnificent Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of Ancient Rome. Originally built as a temple to all the gods and later converted into a church, it is renowned for its impressive dome and central oculus. Your tour continues to the lively Piazza Navona, where elegant fountains and stunning Baroque architecture provide the perfect backdrop to soak in the atmosphere of the Eternal City. Free time for lunch (not included) will be scheduled by your guide either near the Trevi Fountain or in the Piazza Navona area. At the conclusion of your Roman adventure, your guide will escort you back to the bus, where you can sit back and relax on the scenic drive to Civitavecchia.

Please Note: This tour does not include visits to the interiors of any attractions or landmarks. This tour is intended for guests arriving in Civitavecchia. While guests staying in hotels are always welcome, they are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the meeting location on the day of the tour. This tour is available in Spanish upon request. Please select your preferred language above when placing your booking. The tour may be presented in both English and Spanish. This tour can accommodate guests who are disembarking their cruise ship with luggage. You may bring luggage on this tour and leave it on the bus while touring. If you are disembarking your ship and do not wish to ride back to the cruise pier, the tour will end at the Justice Palace, Piazza dei Tribunali. All guests planning to return to the port should check with the guide for the shuttle's final departure time and location.

Dolphin Sightseeing

All aboard! Take a sea journey to witness the wonderful dolphins in the warm Mediterranean waters. Enjoy the sea breeze, marine life, and the sheer beauty of the Straits of Gibraltar. This Gibraltar tour is the ideal way to spend a lovely day on lovely ocean waters for a lovely price.

Your licensed captain will navigate you between the Spanish and North African coastlines. Located at the entrance of the Mediterranean, the 29 square miles forming the Bay of Gibraltar is where the dolphins live their subtropical dream.

Here, you'll keep watch for dolphins that often play in the wake of the boat. On this magical, maritime Gibraltar tour, you may also see whales and the many migratory birds passing through the region. 'The happiness of the bee and the dolphin is to exist. For man, it is to know that and to wonder at it.' - Jacques Yves Cousteau. Book this dolphin watching tour now for an unforgettable experience.

Pisa At Your Own Leisure

On this Pisa tour, enjoy the flexibility to explore the legendary Tuscan city at your own leisure. You can visit the Quartiere della Venezia (a grand Synagogue), the Cathedral (a Baptistry), and the famed Leaning Tower. Your excursion to Pisa straddles the Arno River and will leave you both amazed and intrigued. This Livorno excursion is great for those wishing to experience Pisa on their own.

Depart from Livorno and arrive in Pisa via coach. Upon arrival, you will exit your coach and begin a 10-minute walk to the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. It is also considered one of the finest architectural complexes in the world and is held as a sacred site by the Catholic Church.

The first edifice to admire is the Cathedral, entitled to Santa Maria Assunta (St. Mary of the Assumption). Construction began in 1064 AD, a Romanesque structure exposing a facade of grey marble and white stone with massive bronze doors leading to its narthex.

Dedicated to St. John the Baptist, the Baptistry stands on the west side of the Cathedral at the Piazza dei Miracoli, dating back to the 12th Century AD. Being the largest Baptistry in Italy, its circumference measures 107.25 meters. It is an immense structure, resembling a crown.

The most notable building at the Piazza dei Miracoli is the Cathedral's bell tower, known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. As the last of the three major edifices to be built here, construction began in 1173 AD and took 177 years to complete. Five years into construction, the subsoil proved to be weak and the tower began to lean. After a century long hiatus to allow the subsoil to correct itself, construction resumed and finished in 1319 AD. As of 2010, the lean was measured to be 4 degrees. You will definitely want to bring your camera to capture this world landmark.

Later on, you may have the opportunity to visit Livorno, the Quartiere della Venezia, known for its canals and Renaissance styled churches. Venture into one of the largest outdoor markets in Europe, which is closed in the afternoon due to the midday sun.

Another noteworthy site you may be able to see is the Synagogue, which was recently reopened after an eight year restoration project. Originally built in 1595, it was restructured in the 1860s by the architect Marco Treves. If you have a chance to visit this venerable Jewish site, it will leave you contemplating the history of the ancient and modern religion.

After your tour of Pisa, you will be driven back to Livorno to return to port with fond memories. Book this Pisa tour today for a comprehensive Italy excursion.

Please note: This is not a guided tour, it is a round trip transfer from Livorno to Pisa. Guests will be given a certain amount of time to sightsee on their own, without a guide, before heading back to Livorno. Entrance fees to attractions/museums are not included in the price of this tour.