Private Vatican Tour: VIP Experience
At a glance
Private Vatican Tour: VIP Experience is a 5h private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Through Eternity Tours. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 62 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $532.55 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Special Pinacoteca Visit, Fast-Track Entrance to St. Peter's, Skip-the-Lines Access.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line entry saves time at busy sights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover the figures, the technique and the meaning of the frescoes created in 4 years of Michelangelo's timeless passion on our Sistine Chapel tour. Find out more about Julius II, the pope who commissioned his works. Wander through Raphael's rooms as you let our expert guide reveal the mysteries and insights of the depicted characters. Discover how the church's admiration for art has led to such a vast collection of treasures in the Vatican Museums recovered from underground after years of neglect. Skip the queues and find yourself inside St Peter's Basilica where you will be able to contemplate the long history of Christian faith and be moved by Michelangelo's world famous sculpture, Pietà.
What's included
What's included
- Special Pinacoteca Visit
- Fast-Track Entrance to St. Peter's
- Skip-the-Lines Access
- Expert, English-Speaking Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Vatican Museums ticket
Not included
- Transportation to and from the meeting and end point
- Food and Beverages
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Raphael Rooms, Hall of Maps,
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Stop 2 · 30m
sistine Chapel
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Stop 3 · 1h
La Pieta
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Stop 4 · 40m
The rooms of the apartament of Pope Julius II, beautifully painted by Raphael and his students.
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Stop 5 · 10m
Inside St Peter's Basilica
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Stop 6 · 15m
Inside Vatican Museums
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Stop 7 · 10m
View from inside the Basilica Sant Peter
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you in front of Caffè Vaticano. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance by another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Please inform us when you are booking if you fit into these requirements and we will remove the pricing of the entry tickets from the price of the tour.
- As this is a walking tour with steps and staircases, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- Please advise during the booking process if there are any travelers with mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- At the end of your tour, you are required to return the headset provided to you to your guide. In the event that you do not return the headset, you will be subject to a fine of €100 for lost property.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or government issued photo ID that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Vatican Museums.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Vatican Tour: VIP Experience take?
The experience lasts about 5h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $532.55 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Special Pinacoteca Visit; Fast-Track Entrance to St. Peter's; Skip-the-Lines Access; Expert, English-Speaking Guide; All Fees and Taxes; Vatican Museums ticket.
Where does it start?
Your guide will meet you in front of Caffè Vaticano. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 62 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
