---
title: Ancient Rome and Catacombs with Private Driver Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: Rome
country: Italy
price: 368
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 41
duration_minutes: 480
languages: [en, it]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 17 of 46 (Catacombs & Underground Rome)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-26
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/ancient-rome-and-catacombs-with-private-driver-tour/
---

# Ancient Rome and Catacombs with Private Driver Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A private day with a driver for the whole family, the ancient sites and the centre chosen together on the day and the catacombs visited with the admission included, with hotel pickup and a drop off at the Civitavecchia port as an option. Vehicle, driver guide, pickup and catacombs entry are included at €368 per person, food is not.

In our comparison: #17 of 46 in Catacombs & Underground Rome, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

This day excursion is designed for the whole family, who wishes to enjoy all the highlights of Rome’s Ancient sites, City Center and Catacombs. Discover the most famous sites of the 'Eternal City' and marvel at the landmarks of the Italian capital. Enjoy the incredible luxury of a private tour and decide with your driver which sites to see up close.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 1242 pickup points
- Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- Starts 08:30: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 1242 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €368 per person for the Rome hotel drop off option; other options up to €445
- Duration: 8h
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 41 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Rome in Limo Tours Excursions
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English, Italian
- Tickets: Admission included
- Start times: 08:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26

## Reviews

5.0 from 41 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 41 of 41.

- 5 stars: 41 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise knowledgeable drivers and flexible sightseeing; the supplied reviews offer no critical view of the service.

**Praised:**
- Drivers share Roman history and explain the sights along the route
- Flexible itineraries shaped around personal interests and requests
- Comfortable vehicles with convenient pickups and drop-offs
- Efficient sightseeing that helps visitors cover more ground
- Local lunch recommendations that reviewers enjoyed

**Complaints:**
- No recurring service complaints in the supplied reviews

Written by Guidekin from the 41 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (2018-05-29 to 2026-07-10); last checked 2026-10-03.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rome hotel drop off | €368 / person (for 2+ people) | Italian, English | Pickup included |
| Civitavecchia port drop off | €445 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Pickup included |

## What's included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Catacombs Admission Fee
- Driver/guide
- Transport by private vehicle

## Not included

- Food and drinks

## Itinerary

1. **Roman Forum** (pass by, no stop) - Marvel at the size of the largest political and commercial hub of the Ancient Roman Empire, as you drive by the ruins of grandiose temples, basilicas, and public spaces leading to the Colosseum.
2. **Piazza Venezia** (pass by, no stop) - Be amazed by the colossal white marble monument where the eternal flame always shines to pay respect to the unknown soldiers who fell during the war. Two soldiers guard it day and night to ensure it never goes out.
3. **Appian Way (Via Appia Antica)** (pass by, no stop) - See the most important road of Ancient Rome, which was essential in transporting troops and goods in and out of Rome. Today, part of a splendid national archeological park.
4. **Pantheon** (10m) - the most ancient building in Rome to marvel at the "Oculus" in the center of the dome and the opulence of the marbles and the exquisite details of the statues all around you.
5. **Piazza Navona** (10m) - Rome is for real an open-air museum, as testified by this awesome square where you can admire the best example of Baroque art in its exquisite fountains. Why not enjoy a nice gelato as you stroll around the piazza?
6. **Spanish Steps** (15m) - Climb the 138 steps that lead to the church of Trinità dei Monti for a spectacular view of the square below, or just walk around the square to enjoy one of the most acclaimed spots in the Eternal City.
7. **Trevi Fountain** (10m) - Time to throw your coin in the Trevi Fountain for good luck and a safe return to Rome, but you need to do it right! Turn your back to the fountain, hold the coin in your right hand and toss it over your left shoulder!
8. **Catacombe di San Callisto** (1h; admission included) - Ancient Roman law prohibited the burial of the deceased inside the city walls, so they were built along the Appian Way, which was outside the walls. They are a network of passageways that can stretch for over 15 miles underground, so visiting them is only permitted with the...
9. **Colosseum** (45m) - Also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, it was built in the 1st century AD and is renowned for its grand scale and architectural innovation. The Colosseum was primarily used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, symbolizing the might and entertainment prowess of...

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Departures: 08:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 1242

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €736 | €368 |
| 4 | €888 | €222 |
| 6 | €1074 | €179 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Catacombs & Underground Rome start at €22 per person.

## Compared with other Catacombs & Underground Rome

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #17 of 46** | €368 | 8h | 5.0 (41) | private |
| [Appian Way, Catacombs and Aqueducts Park Tour with Top E-Bike](/italy/rome/tours/appian-way-catacombs-and-aqueducts-park-tour-with-top-e-bike/?format=md) | €75 | 4h | 4.99 (991) | shared |
| [Walking Tour at Catacombs as the Coolest Underground](/italy/rome/tours/walking-tour-at-catacombs-as-the-coolest-underground/?format=md) | €48 | 2h | 4.98 (503) | shared |
| [Rome Bike / EBike Tour: Appian Way, Catacombs & Roman Aqueducts](/italy/rome/tours/rome-bike-ebike-tour-appian-way-catacombs-roman-aqueducts/?format=md) | €59 | 4h | 4.94 (1953) | shared |

Ranked #17 of 46 in Catacombs & Underground Rome by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €22 to €470, median €75; typical length 2h 38m. 7 of 46 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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