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Why Choose It?
- Invigorate your morning with a buffet breakfast in the Vatican.
- Admire Michelangelo’s magnum opus, the Sistine Chapel, in the serene beauty of the morning.
Tour Description
The Italians have a saying: chi dorme non piglia pesci – sleep, and you won’t catch any fish. We might say that the early bird catches the worm. But given that this is the Vatican, the heart of the Catholic Church, the fish seems fittingly appropriate. Your early-bird Vatican tour lets you carpe diem, seize the day, by getting the most out of your time in Rome. Starting with a breakfast fit for the Pope in the verdant Pinecone Courtyard, you’ll be thoroughly energized to meander through the expansive halls of the Vatican Museums, gaze up at the stunning ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, and explore the world-renowned Saint Peter’s Basilica.
Meet bright and early outside the Vatican Museums then enter for breakfast
Meeting your licensed guide at 7:15 am outside the entrance to the Vatican Museums, you’ll walk straight into the Vatican with VIP entrance long before the crowds arrive. A bountiful breakfast will be waiting for you in the Pinecone Courtyard, served hot and ready to energize you for a phenomenal trip through centuries of art and legends.
Explore the inspirational collection of the Vatican Museums
Roam the expansive halls with your licensed guide, who will regale you with stories that will bring the Vatican’s repertory to life. Explore the shifting terrains in the Gallery of Maps and revel in folklore and history in the Gallery of Tapestries.
Make your way in perfect peace and quiet towards the Sistine Chapel
The ultimate work of Michelangelo is just ahead, enchanting all who look upon it with its famed frescoes. Witness the Sistine Chapel in the gloriously soft morning light, illuminating the symbolic figures and impeccable details in this work of grandeur and transcendence.
Step inside Saint Peter’s Basilica and discover its treasures
Built upon the site where Saint Peter was buried, this basilica is the largest – and perhaps most famous – of all the world’s churches. Within it are masterpieces by Bernini and Michelangelo, the latter of whom was also responsible for designing the basilica’s dome. Your expert Vatican guide will introduce you to all, nourishing you with the knowledge of their fascinating stories.
Finish in Saint Peter’s Basilica before setting off for the rest of your day
Take a reflective moment in the expanse of Saint Peter’s Square to contemplate the collections of historical art before you enter the grandeur of Saint Peter’s Basilica. Admire Bernini’s optically-symmetrical colonnade and the obelisk centered in front. The fruits of your envious experience at the Vatican are ripe and ready for taking.
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Itinerary:BreakfastVatican Museums highlightsSistine ChapelSaint Peter's BasilicaSaint Peter's Square
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Included:One-way transferSkip-the-line early-morning tickets and reservationsBreakfastPrivate licensed guide
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Wheelchair accessible:Yes. (Itinerary may differ).
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Meeting Point:Hotel lobby (if centrally located)
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Our guides are fluent in English and have a contagious passion for the inspiring cultural heritage of our Italian cities. Experts in their fields, they will immerse you in the hidden histories and intriguing lives of history's great protagonists. So much to see, so easy to miss out: with the help of our guides, visit the most absorbing sites and uncover the stories that have changed the world. Don't miss this fascinating journey!
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