3 Night Rome Stopover Tour
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Groups & Parties of 6 or More
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Overview
About This Tour
This deluxe tour takes you on a 3 day tour of Rome. This tour is offered only as a post tour extension to any of our Footsteps of the Apostles tout You may request to add this extension at the time of your booking.
Our rate for this tour is $1975 per person and is based on double occupancy.
- Moderate / 5 Star Hotels – $600 additional single supplement fee for single travelers in a private room.
What’s Unique About This Tour
- Enjoying excellent meals daily.
- We provide life-changing tour experiences at the most affordable rate.
- All entrance fees to the sites on the itinerary are included
- Excellent English speaking guides
- You will stay at centrally located excellent accommodations
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 - Wednesday
Departure from the U.S.
U.S. DEPARTURE TO ROME
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Our tour starts today as we depart on our way to Rome, Italy. Sit back, relax and enjoy your flight.
- Meals: On Board
Day 2
Day 2 - Thursday
Welcome to Rome
WELCOME TO ROME
Upon your arrival at the Rome Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in the city. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and explore Rome at your leisure. Overnight stay in Rome
- Accommodation: Rome, Bettoja Hotel Massimo d’Azeglio or La Griffe Roma Hotel
- Arrival Transfer – Complimentary Airport transfer
Day 3
Day 3 - Friday
Roman Forum, Mamertine Prison, Coliseum, Ostia Antica
ROMAN FORUM / MAMERTINE PRISON / COLISEUM / OSTIA ANTICA
- After breakfast, we’ll begin our walking tour of the ancient Roman Forum, the vibrant heart of Ancient Rome. From there, we’ll continue to the Arch of Titus, built to commemorate the destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70.
- Next, we’ll visit the exterior of the Mamertine Prison, traditionally thought to be where the Apostle Paul was imprisoned. Our journey continues with a visit to the legendary Coliseum, once the site of gladiatorial games where countless lives were lost. Opened in AD 80, the Coliseum could hold between 40,000 and 80,000 spectators. Recently, part of its floor has been restored, offering a fascinating look at the labyrinth of tunnels, cells, and ramps used to transport gladiators and animals.
- We will end our touring day exploring the ruins of Ostia Antica, providing a remarkable glimpse into daily life in ancient Rome, and the Ostian Gate, now known as the Gate of St. Paul. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight.
From the scriptures – “And when we came into Rome, Paul was allowed to stay by himself, with the soldier who guarded him”. (Acts 28:16-30)
Day 4
Day 4 - Saturday
Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica, Abbey of the Three Fountains, St. Paul Outside the Walls.
VATICAN CITY / ST. PETER’S BASILICA / SCALA SANTA / ABBEY OF THE THREE FOUNTAINS / ST PAUL OUTSIDE THE WALLS
- After breakfast, our day of sightseeing begins in Vatican City, where we’ll visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums, home to some of the world’s most celebrated masterpieces.
- Next, we’ll head to the Abbey of the Three Fountains, the traditional site of the Apostle Paul’s martyrdom, and walk along the ancient road he once traveled.
- We’ll also visit the 4th-century Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, where Paul’s tomb lies.
- The day concludes with a visit to the Scala Santa (Holy Stairs), which, according to Catholic tradition, were the steps Jesus ascended to face trial before Pontius Pilate in Jerusalem. These stairs are believed to have been brought to Rome by Helena, Constantine’s mother. Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5
Day 5 - Sunday
Departure from Rome / Arrival to the United States
- After breakfast and check out you will be transferred to the Rome International Airport for your return flight home. Today you will arrive back and start planning your next trip to Rome
- Accommodation: On Board flight
- Departure Transfer – Complimentary for Sunday departures
Includes
Exclusive Services Included in Your 3-Night Tour Package:
Services Included in Your Land Tour Package:
- 3 Nights Rome, Bettoja Hotel Massimo d’Azeglio or La Griffe Roma Hotel
- Breakfast and dinner at above hotels
- Touring and sightseeing with top professional, government-licensed, biblically oriented, English speaking tour guide as per itinerary
- All entrance fees and attractions as per tour itinerary
- Private transportation in deluxe air-conditioned coach
- Private Arrival Transfer from Rome Airport to Rome hotel
- Private Depart transfer from Rome Airport to Rome Airport
- Porter fees at all hotels
- Hotel City Tax
- Vat and Tolls
- Ground Assistance – Our in-country representative / host will be available to assist you with any needs while on our tour
Transfer Remarks:
- Arrival transfers are provided FREE for travelers arriving to Rome airport (Thursday Only).
- Departure transfers are provided free to Rome Airport (Sundays Only)
Not Included:
- International flights: please call us toll free at (877) 248-8687 to arrange your flights
- Lunches
- Airport Portage
- All drinks and any other meals which are not mentioned in the itinerary
- All personal expenses
- Tips to the tour guide and driver (30 Euros per passenger)
- Travel insurance (highly recommended – please call us for travel insurance info)
We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance package to protect your travel investment.
Journey Highlights:
- The Church of St. Paul alla Regola: Visit the church that commemorates the location where the Apostle Paul lived in Rome
- Saint Paul Outside the Walls: Visit The Basilica that commemorate the location of the burial site of the Apostle Paul
- The Mamertine Prison: See the ancient prison that, according to tradition, held the Apostles Peter and Paul shortly before they were executed
- St. Paul’s Gate/ Ostian Gate: Learn about this impressive structure from the Roman era, framed within semicircular towers
- Abbey of the Three Fountains: Discover the traditional site of the Apostle Paul’s death
- Roman Forum: Walk through the historic Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome’s political, social, and religious life
- Coliseum: Explore the breathtaking Coliseum, Rome’s grand amphitheater, where gladiators once fought and where countless spectators gathered to witness events.
- Vatican City: Visit the world-renowned Vatican City, home to the Papal residence, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the magnificent Sistine Chapel
Hotels
America Greece Tours ensures a comfortable and memorable journey to Rome by offering accommodations at top-tier hotels with exceptional amenities and central locations. In the rare case of overbooking, we offer alternative accommodations of equal or higher quality. With America Greece Tours, you can expect a luxurious stay that complements your once in a lifetime journey.
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