Private tour in Rome Pietro P

Guided tour of the Vatican Museums - VIP service

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Pietro P.

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My name is Pietro, I'm a professional tour guide. I was born and I still live in Rome; over 30 years ago I married a Brazilian girl and we have three boys, I have dual passports and I have a degree in political science and a second specialization in ancient history. I have numerous authorizations to practice the profession, I am an authorized guide in Italy, a professional guide in Rome and into the Vatican, a specialized guide of the Colosseum archaeological park and I also have the authorization issued by the security authority to enter the port of Civitavecchia, the one where Cruise ships dock when they stop in Rome. I also own a latest model Mercedes Benz minivan, with all the options and comforts, which can accommodate up to 8 passengers, including the driver, and an electric golf car to move easily and ecologically through the wonderful alleys and narrow streets of my city so as to easily reach any tourist attraction. I also have a special authorization issued by the municipality of Rome which allows me to enter with my vehicles in all the areas of the city, including what we call ZTL (limited traffic zones), which include ninety percent of the historical centre. I consider myself lucky to have been born and raised in the city of Rome. Since I was a child, I spent many days of my youth in continual exploration of the most famous Churches, Museums, Catacombs and Roman historical sites, as well as the beautiful and semi-unknown artistic and historical jewels that Rome hides like a casket. All of which to this day continue to surprise and delight me, and many years ago I realized that my future work needed to encompass me sharing my love for all of these elements. So when I finished the University, I continued to study for another two years and I obtained the professional authorizations which later allowed me to transform my passion into a profession. Until my marriage, I traveled across continents and held many jobs, and today I am fully dedicated to being a tour guide . In my opinion my work is absolutely fantastic, and despite the years I continue to have the same passion and enthusiasm as at the beginning, I love empathizing with my clients, I love working for families, I almost always manage to find keys to interest the children, even the youngest ones (which I adore) and I think I have the sufficient experience to personalize every day of work following the personalities, desires, preferences and level of education of my clients, to try to give them what they they expect from me. In my career I have never worked with large groups, but only with small groups and families, also because I don't like Sharing Tours that don't allow me to do what I love most : give customers an unforgettable, unique experience, created and studied through the customization I mentioned earlier I proudly offer our clients a service based on years of experience and genuine love for Italy. By listening to your needs and desires I can effectively contribute to making your vacation in this beautiful country a memorable one. Italy is truly a "museum without walls" full of fascinating history, exceptional art and incredible architecture. With my expertise , you will savor not only a comprehensive historical perspective but also the cuisine, music and the people that bring the traditions and culture of Italy to life. Simply I try every day to treat our customers like old friends coming for visit. I always offer the opportunity to my guests not only in touring them but also in showing them life in Italy whether it be by sharing the way we make a simple sauce, sharing about our interests or sharing the affresco's of the Sistine Chapel. Everything is a part of the experience. From the history, traditions, sounds, people, food and religion, so my guests have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in over 3000 years of history and to see the real Italy… Professional tour Guide in Italy Professional tour Guide in Roma Special Pass of Colosseum Archeological Park Professional tour Guide in the Vatican MINIVAN MERCEDES BENZ with NCC license , Authorization for the restricted areas ( ZTL ) for all my vehicles No restrictions

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Overview of your Rome tour

Unraveling among the immense collection of Vatican museums is practically impossible for those who enter for the first time. The amount of paintings, frescoes, statues is frightening and at first impact among the crowd, the confusion and the clamor of all the languages ​​of the world intimidates and stuns. I mention it because that is exactly what happened to me, in the early 1970s, the first time I crossed the monumental entrance to the Vatican museums inaugurated on 7 December 1932 by Pope Pius XI. Already climbing the helical staircase I was seized by a kind of vertigo, which was immediately overwhelmed by the wonder of the immense collection. When at the end of the College I was following a course, to be able to obtain the qualification of tourist guide issued by the Holy See I felt the same sensation, and I remembered that first time. This Museum can be visited with a group, alone, with an audio guide, but nothing can replace the emotional and sensory contact that you can have with a private guide

Your Rome tour itinerary

The tour will start from your hotel where I'll pick you up with my V Class Mercedes-Benz Minivan. Once in the Vatican we will start the visit entering the museums avoiding the line, with the full experience - skip the line tickets. After crossing the 4 Gates' Atrium you will admire the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Gardens. It will then be time for the Courtyard of the Pinecone and the Chiaramonti Gallery with the statue of Hercules, Augusto, Tiberio and Gradiva. The Octagonal Courtyard will amaze you with the Belvedere's Apollo, the Laocoön, the Perseus by Canova and the Apoxyómenos by Lisippo After admiring the Belvedere Torso and the Sala Rotonda, with the Porphyry Basin, we will visit the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Tapestry Gallery and the Geographical Map Gallery that will lead us to the Sistine Chapel. The visit of St. Peter's Basilica and his square with the great Bernini's Colunnades will conclude this unforgettable day. Feel free to ask any variation I'll be happy to satisfy it.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Minivan Mercedes Benz V Class

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: skip the line tickets
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Rome, Lazio, Italy

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Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
City Highlights
Museums
Tour reference number
1178944
Languages
English
Italian
Portuguese
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
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This private tour in Rome is perfect for travellers who want a personalized and immersive experience of the Vatican Museums. It's ideal for those who prefer to avoid the crowds and enjoy a more intimate exploration with a knowledgeable guide like Pietro P., who is authorized by the Holy See. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it a great choice for seniors or travellers with mobility concerns.

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