Rome City Break: 4-Star Hotel Upgrade
Explore the Eternal City
With a nickname like "the Eternal City," it's safe to say Rome is a special place. The history, the architecture, the museums, the food - oh, the food! Explore the iconic sites of Rome at your own pace! Blend in like a local at a cute cafe in Piazza Navona, then hit the must-sees, like the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and the Vatican. With the city all to yourself, you can eat as much pizza, pasta, and gelato as your heart desires. Wander through postcard-worthy streets and find magic around every corner. This upgrade also provides an OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card which grants you access to top attractions and public transportation!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Rome (FCO)
- 6 nights in Rome at Hotel Degli Aranci or similar
- Breakfast daily
Plus!
- OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card - 3-Day Pass
Great Ways to Explore
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Experience Michelangelo's iconic Sistine Chapel ceiling firsthand if you'd like.
- Enjoy an added OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card, which grants you access to top attractions and public transportation with your upgraded package!
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Legend has it that tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain will guarantee a future return trip to Rome; toss one in and find out!
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Hike up to the top of Janiculum Hill for breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
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Indulge in traditional Italian foods as well as local specialties; a must-try in Rome are the fried Roman artichokes.
Experience Rome, a city steeped in art, history, culture and more. There is history lining every cobblestoned road, elegance in every piazza and cafes throughout the city serving the tastiest sips and snacks. Enjoy comfortable accommodations as you explore and uncover the secrets of this ancient city.
You'll have access to a 3-day OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card, making it easy to see all the main sights in a short period of time, plus a tour taking you to some of the most iconic sights of the city. Picture yourself watching a gladiator fight while exploring the Colosseum, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, or discover some of Michelangelo's most iconic works of art - the choice is yours!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Rome (FCO)
- 6 nights in Rome at Hotel Degli Aranci or similar
- Breakfast daily
Plus!
- OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card - 3-Day Pass
-
Experience Michelangelo's iconic Sistine Chapel ceiling firsthand if you'd like.
- Enjoy an added OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card, which grants you access to top attractions and public transportation with your upgraded package!
-
Legend has it that tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain will guarantee a future return trip to Rome; toss one in and find out!
-
Hike up to the top of Janiculum Hill for breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
-
Indulge in traditional Italian foods as well as local specialties; a must-try in Rome are the fried Roman artichokes.
Experience Rome, a city steeped in art, history, culture and more. There is history lining every cobblestoned road, elegance in every piazza and cafes throughout the city serving the tastiest sips and snacks. Enjoy comfortable accommodations as you explore and uncover the secrets of this ancient city.
You'll have access to a 3-day OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card, making it easy to see all the main sights in a short period of time, plus a tour taking you to some of the most iconic sights of the city. Picture yourself watching a gladiator fight while exploring the Colosseum, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, or discover some of Michelangelo's most iconic works of art - the choice is yours!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Rome!
Touch down in Rome and make your way to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.
Consider celebrating your first night in Rome by treating yourself to an authentic Italian meal alongside a glass of locally made Frascati wine.Â
Check-in - Hotel Degli Aranci
Revel in plush lodgings while staying in Rome at the Hotel Degli Aranci. Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, lounge and cafe areas, a lovely bar, a 24-hour front desk, marble jacuzzis, a fitness center, a terrace, and strolling through a grove of orange trees in their downtime.Â
Rooms a elegant and feature air conditioning, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, a safe, a hairdryer, a minibar, and private bathrooms. Villa Borghese is under a mile away, and Piazza del Popolo and Villa Ada are just over a mile away. The nearest airport, Ciampino Airport, is just 11 miles away.
Day 2. Rome
There is something to see and do around every corner in Rome. Activate your OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card and make your way over to the Colosseum where you can spend hours exploring this ancient architectural wonder. You will feel the immense emotion of the ruins where warriors fought to the death as the crowds cheered from the stands that are still intact today.
Next door, visit the ancient government buildings at the Roman Forum. You'll then want to head over to the Pantheon, where you can see one of the most influential and well-preserved monuments of its time.
A Tip For Your Trip: This is a great day to activate your included OMNIA Vatican and Rome card to sightsee!
OMNIA Vatican & Rome Card - 3 Day
See the sights of the Eternal City at your own pace with the OMNIA 3-day Vatican & Rome Card! Enjoy access to a hop-on/hop-off bus, unlimited access to Rome's public transportation system, and entry to some of Rome's most breathtaking and iconic structures.
Experience the energy of the Colosseum, discover the secrets of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, say "ciao" to one of Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel ceiling, and more. Plus, use your included guidebook and discount book to see the sights you've always dreamed of.Â
Includes:
- Free entry to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
- Free entry to 2 of Rome's following top attractions:Â the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum, Capitolini Museums, Borghese Gallery, Museum of Rome and National Museum of Castel St. Angelo
- Fast Track entry to St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel and the Coliseum (Inquire when you pick-up your pass about booking a time slot at the Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica)
- Free Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus for 3 days
- Free Travelcard for unlimited access to Rome’s public transport system
- Free Guidebook
- Discounted entry to another 30 plus sights, attractions, and museums in Rome
Day 3. Rome
Pay a visit to the sites at Vatican City today! Explore the breathtaking St. Peter's Basilica, the world's largest Christian basilica.
Treat yourself to a visit at the Vatican Museums, where you'll be surrounded by masterpieces some of the greats, from Da Vinci to Giotto. Don't forget to stop by the show-stopper: the iconic Sistine Chapel ceiling, painted by Michelangelo. Â
Day 4. Rome
Consider exploring the Roman-Jewish Quarter today, home to the oldest Jewish community in Europe. Notice the distinct architecture and eateries here; pay a visit to the Teatro Marcello, which was commissioned by Julius Ceaser, but completed by Augustus in 13 BC, and is still in use today.Â
Day 5. Rome
Consider paying a visit to the Borghese Gallery today and its neighboring park and gardens. The Borghese Gallery is a must-see for art aficionados; here you'll find a generous collection of paintings by Caravaggio, Titian, and Bernini. Â
Day 6. Rome
Today is your final full day in Rome! Roam the cobblestoned streets and soak in as much of this iconic city as you can. Head over to the Spanish Steps today and relax a bit before perusing the designer shops that line the roads surrounding this magical landmark.
End your trip on a sweet note by treating yourself to a cone of decadent gelato, the perfect way to mark your last night in Italy!
Day 7. Depart Italy
Depart Italy today and head back home.
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.