Christian Rome Four Major Basilicas Lunch Included Fullday From Rome

Set out on a captivating exploration of Christian Rome’s profound heritage. This full-day tour immerses you in the grandeur of the four major basilicas – St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls. Skip the lines and explore the city’s religious history, enhanced by a traditional Roman lunch. With hotel pickup and drop-off, a visit to a Christian catacomb, and a commemorative Papal Blessing, this experience offers a unique and comprehensive perspective on Rome’s enduring spiritual significance. Uncover the stories that have shaped this remarkable destination, leaving you eager to discover more.

About Your Stay

• Comprehensive full-day tour of four iconic Catholic basilicas in Rome, including St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls.
• Skip-the-line access to a Christian catacomb, providing an intimate glimpse into early Christian burial practices and beliefs.
• Included Papal Blessing on parchment as a unique keepsake from the tour.
• Traditional Roman lunch at a local restaurant, enhancing the cultural experience.
• Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, as well as professional licensed guide and air-conditioned transportation provided.

Tour Overview

The Christian Rome Four Major Basilicas tour offers an immersive experience, allowing visitors to explore the grandeur and spiritual significance of the Eternal City’s most renowned churches.

This full-day excursion takes participants to the four major Catholic basilicas – St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls.

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a Papal Blessing, skip-the-line access to a Christian catacomb, and a traditional Roman lunch.

Travelers can choose between a private tour for a customized experience or a shared tour at a lower price.

The tour starts at 9:00 AM and lasts the entire day, providing a comprehensive introduction to the rich Christian heritage of Rome.

Inclusions

This tour includes an array of amenities that enhance the overall experience. Guests will receive a Papal Blessing on parchment, as well as skip-the-line entrance to a Christian Catacomb. A delicious lunch at a typical Roman restaurant is also included. Plus, the tour provides hotel pickup and drop-off, a private licensed expert guide, and an air-conditioned, fully insured, licensed vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver. For added convenience, an infant seat is available upon request.

Inclusions
Papal Blessing on parchment
Skip-the-line entrance to a Christian Catacomb
Lunch at a typical Roman restaurant
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Tour Options

Travelers have two options when booking this Christian Rome tour: a Private Tour or a Shared Tour.

The Private Tour is an exclusive experience for your group, allowing you to customize the itinerary during the tour. This option provides a more personalized experience.

Alternatively, the Shared Tour is a lower-priced option, accommodating up to 8 people per vehicle. However, the Shared Tour isn’t customizable, and you won’t have personal attraction tickets.

The pickup and return point for both options is your accommodation in Rome, with the Shared Tour potentially including 2-3 stops for fellow passengers, potentially affecting your arrival time by 15-30 minutes.

Pickup Information

For this Christian Rome tour, the departure and return point is your accommodation in Rome.

The shared tour option may include 2-3 stops for fellow passengers, which could result in a 15-30 minute variation in your arrival time.

Additionally:

• The tour provides hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless start and end to your day.
• The shared tour is a lower-priced option, with up to 8 people per vehicle, though it isn’t customizable, and you won’t receive personal attraction tickets.
• In contrast, the private tour offers an exclusive experience for your group, allowing for customization during the tour.

Christian Catacombs

Beneath the bustling streets of Rome lie the ancient Christian Catacombs, extensive underground burial chambers that once housed the remains of early Christians.

This tour includes a visit to one of the Catacombs, offering a glimpse into the secretive worship practices and burial rituals of the early Church.

Guests will descend underground to explore the narrow tunnels, see ancient frescoes and inscriptions, and learn about the daily lives and beliefs of these devout followers.

The Catacombs provide a unique and atmospheric setting to understand the history and significance of early Christianity in Rome.

Four Major Basilicas

After exploring the Christian Catacombs, the tour takes visitors to the Four Major Basilicas of Rome – St. Peter’s, St. John Lateran, St. Mary Major, and St. Paul Outside the Walls.

These iconic churches showcase the grandeur of Christian architecture and history.

Visitors will:

• Marvel at the stunning interiors and ornate decorations of these magnificent structures.
• Learn about the significance and history of each basilica from the expert guide.
• Receive a special Papal Blessing on parchment to commemorate the experience.

The tour provides a comprehensive look at the rich religious heritage of Rome, leaving visitors with a deeper appreciation for the city’s enduring Christian legacy.

Typical Roman Lunch

During the Christian Rome Four Major Basilicas Tour, guests indulge in a typical Roman lunch at a local, authentic restaurant.

The meal features classic Italian dishes like spaghetti carbonara, Roman-style chicken, and a selection of seasonal vegetables. The restaurant uses fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to create flavorful, homemade dishes.

Lunch is served in a cozy, casual setting, allowing visitors to savor the flavors of Rome while taking a break from exploring the city’s iconic basilicas.

This dining experience provides an opportunity to take in the local culinary culture and refuel before continuing the guided tour of Rome’s renowned Christian landmarks.

Customization and Flexibility

The Christian Rome Four Major Basilicas Tour offers travelers a high degree of customization and flexibility, allowing them to tailor the experience to their specific interests and needs.

Customers can choose between a private tour or a shared tour, with the private option offering the ability to customize the itinerary during the tour. Plus, the private tour provides an exclusive experience for the group, while the shared tour is a lower-priced option with up to 8 people per vehicle.

The tour also offers the option to modify or customize the private tour, ensuring an experience that perfectly suits the traveler’s preferences.

• Private tour: Exclusive to the group, customizable during the tour
• Shared tour: Lower price option, up to 8 people per vehicle, not customizable
• Option to modify or customize the private tour

Worth The Stay

This captivating full-day tour offers an enriching dive into Rome’s profound religious heritage. Explore the four major basilicas, enjoy a traditional Roman lunch, and receive a commemorative Papal Blessing. With skip-the-line access to a Christian catacomb and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, this tour provides a memorable cultural journey through the heart of Christian Rome.