Rome Day Trip from Civitavecchia: Colosseum & Trevi Fountain

Nine hours, eleven landmarks, one private vehicle from the cruise port

A nine-hour private tour from Civitavecchia Cruise Port to Rome's major sights: Colosseum, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps and St. Peter's Square: by private sedan or minivan with an English-speaking driver who provides live commentary from inside the vehicle. Pickup begins at 7:30 am and return is timed for 4:30 pm to get you back to the ship. Your driver is not a licensed tour guide. Italian law restricts detailed commentary to the vehicle only, though the driver can explain attractions as you pass them.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls20m
2. Circus Maximus15m
3. Piazza del Campidoglio20m
4. Piazza Veneziapass by
5. Colosseum20m
6. Trevi Fountain10m
7. Spanish Steps15m
8. Pantheon15m
9. Piazza Navona15m
10. St. Peter's Square15m

Private tour of Rome's main sights

• Pick up at Civitavecchia Cruise Port
• Visit Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
• See Circus Maximus
• Explore Aventine Hill
• Visit Piazza del Campidoglio
• Pass by Piazza Venezia
• View Imperial Fora
• Tour the Colosseum
• Visit Trevi Fountain
• Climb Spanish Steps
• Visit Pantheon
• Explore Piazza Navona
• Visit St. Peter's Square in Vatican City
• Return to Civitavecchia Cruise Port

The experience

The route covers Rome's central landmarks in a single morning and afternoon. You'll pass the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps, St. Peter's Square, Piazza Venezia, Piazza del Campidoglio, the Circus Maximus, the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls and the Imperial Fora. The driver picks you up at Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal at 7:30 am and handles the drive into the city, so you don't navigate traffic or parking yourself.

Travel is by private sedan or minivan (the vehicle size depends on your group), and the pace is yours to set. You decide how long to spend at each stop. The driver waits and advises on timing so you can see the major sights without rushing. Because the driver cannot step out and elaborate on attractions due to Italian regulations protecting licensed guides, the live commentary happens from inside the vehicle as you approach each landmark. This keeps the focus on the drive and the views rather than on formal narration at each site.

Return to Civitavecchia is at 4:30 pm, timed so you're back at the ship without cutting the day short. The vehicle is fully equipped, and the driver is courteous and knowledgeable in English. Infants can travel in a pram or stroller, or in a specialized infant seat if you need one. Children sit on an adult's lap or in the seat provided. Note that due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration, and the operator may send updates about changes to the itinerary.

What’s included

• Pickup at Civitavecchia Cruise Terminal at 7:30 am and return at 4:30 pm.
• private sedan or minivan for your group.
• English-speaking driver with live commentary from inside the vehicle.
• full vehicle equipment and courtesy service.
• return timed to your ship departure.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:00, 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30

Book up to2d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by AIM LIMO ROME

Is this one for you?The nine-hour window and fixed return time (4:30 pm) mean you see the major landmarks in one loop rather than lingering at any single site. Book this if you want breadth over depth and need to be back at the ship on schedule. The driver stays with the vehicle, so exploration at each stop is on your own: ideal if you prefer moving between sights over guided walking tours.

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Top questions

What's the Colosseum like when we drive past it?

The Colosseum is an elliptical amphitheatre in the centre of Rome, just east of the Roman Forum. Your driver will point it out and explain its history from the vehicle as you approach. You can stop and spend time there if you choose.

Can we get out and walk around at Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona?

Yes. The driver takes you to each landmark and waits while you explore on foot. Trevi Fountain is an 18th-century Baroque fountain 26 metres high and nearly 50 metres wide, one of the most famous in the world. Piazza Navona is a public square built on the site of a 1st-century Roman stadium, with an elongated oval shape that follows the original stadium's form.

Will we see St. Peter's Square?

St. Peter's Square is included in the route. It's a large plaza directly in front of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, named after Saint Peter, whom Catholics consider the first Pope.

How does the driver explain things if they can't get out of the vehicle?

Italian law restricts detailed commentary to inside the vehicle to protect officially licensed guides. Your English-speaking driver provides live commentary as you drive past and approach each attraction, explaining what you're seeing from the car. This keeps the focus on the sights themselves while you travel between them.

What time do we need to be back at the ship?

The driver returns you to Civitavecchia Cruise Port at 4:30 pm. Pickup is at 7:30 am, giving you nine hours to see Rome's major landmarks and return before departure.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included in this tour. You can eat at a restaurant of your choice during the day, and the driver can suggest options.