--- 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: 66 of 145 (Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 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. ## 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. ## 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 ## 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: 2026-09-12 - 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. ## 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 ## How it compares in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours Ranked **#66 of 145** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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