Vatican City, Rome

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Vatican City is the smallest independent state in the world. The importance of this city state however is inversely proportional to its size. The area which Vatican City occupies is between Monte Mario and the Janiculum. In the 1st century B.C., it was the site of Caligula's circus - where Nero had hundres of Christians martyred, some years after. The Church rises on teh spot where one of NEro's victims St. Peter was burried. Over the years, other building grew up around it. The Vatican's independence started in the 8th century, and was of primary importance throughout the Middle Ages. The Papal State expanded to such an extent that, until the unity of Italy when it was wiped off the Italian political scene, it covered practically all of Central Italy. It only regained an independent political status in 1929 (as a state with less than a half a square kilometer of territory).

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Absolute Italy from Venice to the Amalfi Coast including Florence, Tuscany, Rome, Vatican City, Pompeii and Capri

This tour is a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Italy that starts in Venice and ends on the stunning Amalfi Coast. The tour has an array of highlights, including visits to the islands in the Venetian Lagoon, art galleries in Florence, a private tour...

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11 Days / 10 Nights

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€4,500 per person

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Rome Mini Stay - Ideal for Cruise Ship Passengers - Includes transfers from Airport to Hotel & Civitavecchia, tour of Vatican City and Ancient Rome with VIP tickets included

This package is perfect for cruise passengers who are arriving in or departing from Rome and lasts for 2 nights and 3 days. It includes transfers to and from the airport and port, 2 nights' stay in a superior 4-star hotel in Rome's historic center, a...

Private

3 Days / 2 Nights

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€785 per person

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Rome & the Amalfi Coast including Vatican City, Island of Capri, Pompeii and the Wineries of Mt. Vesuvius

Let us help you experience the most beautiful places in Rome and southern Italy which are difficult to reach without a car. Our local English speaking drivers and guides will show you the best of Rome and the Amalfi Coast, including many other sites...

Private

7 Days / 6 Nights

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€3,250 per person

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The Vatican For Children

Vatican children tour exposes your family to the world of art while learning interesting historical facts and humorous tales. The Vatican is one of the must visit destinations in Rome; its sheer vastness of treasures to view and learn can be both imp...

Private

3 Hours

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€140 per person

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Private Tour of Vatican City Including St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums & Map Galleries

Our Private Walking Tour of Vatican City is a unique experience that will bring the history of Vatican City to life. The tour the includes skip the line tickets and over three hours inside the Vatican with one of our best local guides in Rome who has...

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