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Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia

7 hours 30 minutesThe Tour Guy
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Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia is a shore excursion in Civitavecchia, run by The Tour Guy. It takes 7 hours 30 minutes. From $746 per guest. Free cancellation up to 7 days before. Project Expedition’s Back-to-Ship guarantee: you’ll be back before your ship sails, or Project Expedition gets you to the next port.

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About this excursion

Figuring out the long-distance transfer from Civitavecchia port to the Vatican can be a major challenge. Maximize your time in Rome with our private Vatican shore excursion. Eliminate complex public transit and guarantee your group comfortable round-trip transportation and timed entry tickets. You'll spend 4.5 hours with a private guide, allowing you to personalize the pace of your tour and ask questions while focusing on the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.

What’s included in this excursion

Included
  • Expert English-speaking guide for 4.5 hours in Rome
  • Round-trip transfers between Civitavecchia and Rome
  • Guided tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica
  • Timed entry tickets to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Private group experience
Not included
  • Guide tips
  • St. Peter's Basilica on Wednesdays
  • Lunch

Know before you go

What to bring

  • What to bring: Bring clothing that covers your knees and shoulders as required for religious sites., bring a government-issued ID for entry., bring comfortable shoes for extensive walking., plan to arrive 15 minutes early for check-in so the driver can depart on time.

Other

  • Please ensure you’ve provided us with your cruise details at the time of booking, or reach out to us with your ship details.
  • Good to know: St. Peter’s Basilica is closed on Wednesday mornings until 1:30pm due to the Papal Audience, and tours during this time will not include basilica entry.; Do not leave any items or bags in the van, since the vehicle may change throughout the tour.
  • Please leave all luggage behind.; Visitors are not allowed to speak inside the Sistine Chapel.; As the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel are deeply religious sites, everyone must cover their knees and shoulders.
  • Guests who do not meet the dress code may be refused entry by security officials.
  • No hats or flip flops please.; Important: Full names of all passengers are required at the time of booking and must match the identification provided at the venue (if entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums are included).
  • Failure to provide accurate passenger names may result in delays or refusal of entry by the attraction.

Where this excursion starts

Meeting point & pickup
Cruise Terminal, 00053 Civitavecchia RM Italy, Civitavecchia, Lazio, 00053. https://maps.app.goo.gl/NECK94ytYHF1cCmRA Transportation is included from the Cruise Port of Civitavecchia.
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