Panoramic Tour in Rome

For those who would like an overview of the Eternal City, this on your own Civitavecchia excursion will not disappoint. Enjoy a venture into Vatican City to visit the seat of the Catholic church. From there, you will be taken by bus by the Pyramid of Cestius, the Papal Archbasilica of St John in Lateran, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Colosseum, the Circus Maximus and the Mouth of Truth. Your Civitavecchia tour continues to the Theatre of Marcellus, up to Venice Square and the Trevi Fountain up until the Pantheon, concluding at the Piazza Navona. Enjoy free time at each of the stops to explore the Eternal City and its amazing sites on your own.

Depart Civitavecchia by bus and arrive on the opposite side from where the Justice Palace stands, starting the walking path for the first stop from Via Zanardelli towards the St. Peter's Square and back. On the way, admire the Castel Sant' Angelo, the Mausoleum of Hadrian, and be amazed by the stunning view of the Via Della Conciliazione opening up to the famous Vatican Square and Basilica. Enjoy some free time to explore St. Peter's Basilica, housing Michelangelo's marble masterpiece, the Pieta. You'll be awestruck by St. Peter's Baldachin, the bronze canopy and pillars straddling the altar sitting above the burial site of Saint Peter. Study the magnificent craftsmanship encompassing the Basilica's interior or descend into the Vatican Grotto, where many of the Popes and Catholic saints from the past are buried.

Your bus will bring you towards the ruins of Ancient Rome. Pass by the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where the city of Rome was founded in 753 BCE. Along the way, you'll view the Victor Emmanuel Monument or the Altare Della Patria. This monument was built in honor of a unified Italy's first king, Victor Emmanuel. See Mussolini's Balcony in Venice Square, where the notorious dictator delivered his speeches to the Italian public.

Continue your tour to the city center, where you will have free time for shopping or to purchase lunch. During your free time reach the Pantheon, one of the best preserved structures from Ancient Rome, commissioned during the reign of Augustus Caesar. Once inside, you'll be intrigued by the dome roof with a central opening to the sky. Proceed on your own to your final meeting point, Navona Square, boasting the location of the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Fountain of the Four Rivers) by Bernini.

Book this Panoramic tour of Rome today for a comprehensive and enlightening Italy excursion.

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. Entrance fees to attractions/museums are not included with the price of this tour. Occasionally there are long lines to visit certain attractions, especially the Basilica, so you will be offered an extra skip the line ticket with guided visit included on spot to enter the Basilica. Visits to certain attractions may be limited due to varying wait times and time restrictions. Free time is provided at each stop so guests can attempt to visit these sites on their own; the tour leader provides meeting point and meeting times instructions at each stop. The tour can be bilingual, explanations are given in equal measures only onboard the bus. Variations on the itinerary may be applied due to special events, holidays or special restrictions issued by the Municipality/Police of Rome.

Discover traditional dishes and desserts like artisan gelato and fried squid with a local guide and more when you book this guided culinary walking tour in Genoa. If you're a food enthusiast, then this tour is just for you! On this epic culinary adventure, you'll get to discover some of the best delicious traditional Italian dishes and delicacies like Pesto-topped pasta and fried squid from some of the best local restaurants and eateries that line the streets of Genoa's downtown district. You'll also get an expert local guide, who's a foodie that will take you to four or five local spots to delight in pastries like Focaccia with cheese, so you get the most out of your culinary experience.

The seaport city of Genoa may be known as Italy's busiest seaport and one of the Mediterranean's most important ports, but Genoa is also known for its mouth-watering traditional dishes and sweet plus savory desserts. You'll start your tasting tour by following your local guide along Downtown Genoa's narrow medieval streets to sink your teeth into classic Italian cuisine. Start with one of the most popular authentic recipes: the classic pasta and pesto dish, a traditional Italian dish that features a pine nut and fresh basil pesto sauce. Next, sink your teeth into the sweet and savory pastries like Focaccia with Stracchino cheese, a soft cheese from the small nearby village of Recco.

As a city on the sea, Genoa is also home to a wide selection of savory seafood delights like supple, fried squid and mouth-watering stockfish, which you'll get to taste the Genoese version, that's traditionally made with Taggiasca olives and pine nuts. While on your tour, you'll also get to indulge in other seaside delights, such as the local favorite: anchovies.

Continue your culinary tour devouring more delicious desserts as you visit a gourmet ice cream shop to indulge in some of the best gelato in Genoa and artisan ice creams made with innovative and traditional flavors. You'll also get a chance to enjoy the small fried pancake known as frisceu, which locals typically use as part of appetizers or entrees. Before heading back to your port, you end your tasty tour by practicing the centuries-old Italian ritual of whetting your palate with espresso coffee at the end of your meal.

With so many tasty delights to sample in a scenic environment, this epicurean excursion is a foodie's dream. Reserve your spot today and make memories as you indulge in a variety of savory and sweet dishes and desserts in Genoa!

Please Note: Venues are subject to change daily based on availability and scheduling and variety of food on offer can be seasonal.

Highlights of Marseille

Marseille is enjoying a cultural renaissance and you will see why during this 4-hour small tour. This city is the second largest one in France and was the European Capital of Culture in 2013.

Your adventure begins with a trip to Marseille's historical center. Walk along the Vieux Port dotted with shops and restaurants while your tour guide reveals the port's journey from a 6th century trade post to the area's hub of maritime activity in the 19th century. From there you will head to the colonnade-lined Palais Longchamp at the terminus of the Durance River. Inaugurated in 1869 as a monument to commemorate the connection of Marseille to a new waterway network, the combination large fountain-waterfall-water tower has two wings that house the city's natural history museum and Musee des beaux-arts.

Continue marveling at Marseille's highlights such as the stunning Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde. Situated on the foundation of an ancient fort, this building rests on the highest elevation in the city overlooking Marseille. Consecrated in 1864 to replace an 11th century church by the same name, the Basilique has a lower crypt built in the Romanesque style and an upper church that was built in the Neo-Byzantine style using green limestone from Florence. You'll have the opportunity to go inside the Basilique and explore the symbol of the city of Marseille for approximately thirty minutes.

Sign up today for your opportunity to step back into the history and culture of beautiful Marseille.

Please Note: The tour vehicle varies based on the size of the group.