--- title: Rome and Vatican Private Day Car Tour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 349 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 32 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 63 of 138 (Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/rome-and-vatican-private-day-car-tour/ --- # Rome and Vatican Private Day Car Tour **Guidekin's take:** A full day by private car with an English speaking driver guide who strings the city's big sights and the Vatican together with hotel pickup and drop off, for people who would rather not walk between them. Vehicle and driver are included at €349 per person. Admission tickets and a licensed guide inside the sites are not, so budget for both. In our comparison: #63 of 138 in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Few cities offers as many world-famous sights as Rome, so to see all the main highlights in a day is an overwhelming task, even for the most seasoned traveler. Let us streamline your stay in the eternal city to ensure that you maximize your time and do not miss out on any of the spectacular attractions this city can offer. So, embark on an exclusive exploration of Rome with our Rome private tours, a personalized journey through the city’s iconic attractions. Enjoy a panoramic spectacle of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and the legendary Circus Maximus. A lunch break Our exploration continues, unveiling the beauty of the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, and the Vatican. Immerse yourself in the allure of Rome with our Private Tour Rome in a Day, a meticulously crafted itinerary offering a comprehensive glimpse into the city’s rich history, culture, and architectural wonders. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 08:00, 09:00: 2 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €349 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 32 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Rome First Choice Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site - Start times: 08:00, 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.94 from 32 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 32 of 32. - 5 stars: 30 (94%) - 4 stars: 2 (6%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the comfort, flexible stops and historical commentary, though the packed itinerary can still be tiring. **Praised:** - Comfortable cars that reduce walking between sights - Flexible stops and time to explore at a preferred pace - Broad coverage of Rome and the Vatican - Friendly guides who explain history through engaging stories **Complaints:** - Some find the pace relaxed, while others describe a busy or tiring itinerary Written by Guidekin from the 32 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-02-25 to 2026-08-01); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Private transportation in an air conditioned vehicle. - Experienced driver/guide who speaks good English - Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel ## Not included - Official tour guide - Admission tickets - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Colosseum** (20m) - Relive the powerful past of the Roman Empire through its most enduring and iconic landmarks. Scratch under the surface of Rome of the Popes to uncover the City of the Caesars. Rome's influence can still be felt throughout the western world - in government, engineering,... 2. **Circo Massimo** (20m) - CIRCUS MAXIMUS: the biggest of all Roman circuses, could accommodate more than 200.000 spectator, famous for chariot and horse races and here that the famous movie ‘’ Ben Hur ‘’ has been shot. 3. **Piazza Venezia / Ancient City** (15m) - Piazza Venezia: we will take you along il Vittoriano, the monument dedicated to the first king of Italy Victor Emanuel. You'll have the opportunity to see two monuments. So, are you ready to reminisce about: - Wedding Cake - Balcony of Mussolini 4. **Trevi Fountain** (20m) - : Are you ready to throw the coin out and witness a wish come true? Yup! That is what the general consensus is. We'll drive you there, but you'll have to try your luck yourself! 5. **Pantheon** (20m) - The city's most valuable asset, one the most ancient temple built by the Romans with a long and illustrious history. 6. **Piazza Navona** (20m) - take a walk in Piazza Navona one of the most beautiful piazza squares in Rome with three impressive fountains, including a masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini the fountain of the four rivers. 7. **Spanish Steps** (20m) - Enjoy one of the must see places when in Rome and a great example of Roman Baroque Style. It’s a great place to just sit down and enjoy the atmosphere and views of the Eternal City. 8. **Vatican Museums** (2h) - After a lunch break, your driver will escort you to the front of the Vatican Museum, where you will start the brief yet intense visit of the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and – if open – Saint Peter’s Basilica. In the case, you need a tour guide at the Vatican please advise... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:00, 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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: 1 ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness Booking asks for: dates of birth ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €698 | €349 | | 4 | €720 | €180 | | 6 | €804 | €134 | 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 Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours start at €8 per person. ## Compared with other Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #63 of 138** | €349 | 8h | 4.94 (32) | private | | [Private Vatican Highlights Guided Tour with Sistine Chapel](/italy/rome/tours/private-vatican-highlights-guided-tour-with-sistine-chapel/?format=md) | €250 | 3h 15m | 4.99 (1713) | private | | [Rome: Complete Early Morning Vatican Tour / Small Group](/italy/rome/tours/rome-complete-early-morning-vatican-tour-small-group/?format=md) | €99 | 3h 30m | 4.94 (2821) | shared | | [Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People](/italy/rome/tours/express-early-morning-sistine-chapel-tour-with-max-6-people/?format=md) | €148 | 2h | 4.98 (513) | shared | Ranked #63 of 138 in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €8 to €4913, median €136; typical length 3h. 57 of 138 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/vatican-tours/?format=md ## More in Rome - All Rome tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/rome-and-vatican-private-day-car-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md