Private tour in Rome Ferdinando B

Private shore excursion from Civitavecchia

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Ferdinando B.

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Hi everyone! My name is Ferdinando, and I have a mission. . to turn your tour in an interactive experience! Your essential contribution, sensibility, wishes, inclinations, tastes and background become mine and I lavish them on my next tour. It becomes a moment of cultural exchange and a personal benefit not only as a tour guide but mainly as a person. Meeting people for me is like traveling with my imagination and so my philosophy is that experiencing Rome is never a one-way conversation, but a chance for a reciprocal growth. I can proudly say I have had a lot of customers but I also have many friends. This awareness however is the result of a long journey starting with a Degree in Preservation of the Cultural Heritage in Sicily and a Master Degree in Classical Archaeology (i. e. greek and roman). So I'm an archaeologist and an official guide of Rome and its province since 2009 but mainly I'm a traveler. This is why my tours are 100% clients oriented, never forget that it is your tour not mine! I can handle any kind of experience like the regular tours with adults, or family tours, where I can say I'm an expert! My two daughters help me every day! And in general I'm at your disposal for any kind of customization according to the time available and your interests. I can provide an overview of the city covering the main attractions as well as discovering the hidden treasures and visiting the off the beaten tracks sites for those who already had a taste of the city. Contact me also for driving, electric bike, running and segway tours, for a different way to explore the eternal city. What makes my tour an unique experience though are two goals to achieve on a tour. . The first is to make my love and passion for what this marvelous city offers contagious, and second, as a consequence of the previous, to leave this city with a feeling of respect of the past and the wish for every possible visitor after you to enjoy the same beauty! Being not merely a guide though but digging since the age of 18, what I offer is not a simple tour, but a way to breath history. I'll do my best to let the monuments come alive as I had the privilege to take part to the excavation of an area very close to the Colosseum. The experience turned afterwards into my MD focused on Nero and the Flavians, the dynasty of emperors who built the Colosseum. So the valley of the Amphitheater is like my second home as it was the introduction of my dissertation. Well. . I did my best to convince you. . I hope it worked:-)) See you in Rome! ciao! Bachelor Degree in Preservation of the Cultural Heritage at the University of Palermo Master Degree in Classical Archaeology at the University of Rome "La Sapienza" Official License as a tour guide of Rome and Vatican City Please note, occasionally tours can be delivered by other colleagues of mine, all licensed tour guides with years of experience, fluent in several foreign languages and.. mandatory requirement, having an university background like me in Archaeology or history of art.

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Overview of your Rome tour

Right at your dock you'll find a driver taking you straight to the city where you'll find me at the designated meeting point and our first stop, the Colosseum. As we pay tribute to the most famous italian monument in the world we head to the Roman Forum and Piazza Venezia, the geographic center of the city, to see the Vittoriano. From there it is nice to get lost into the narrow alleys of the city center to get to the Trevi fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. A break for lunch is scheduled before moving to the Vatican Museums and enjoying the highlights on the way to the Sistine Chapel and the Basilica of Saint Peter where the tour will end. The driver will meet you right outside Saint Peter's square ready to drive you back to the Port in time to board on your boat!

Recent Reviews

Scott Edward E.United States
November 2025

Rome in a Day – Private Guided Tour by Ferdinando B. provided an outstanding experience. Arrangements were made for pick-up from the port of Civitavecchia directly to our meeting point at the Colosseum in Rome. Our driver, Roberto, was punctual and ensured safe transportation to all scheduled destinations. Ferdinando's background in archaeology offered valuable insights into the history and architecture of the city. Our group of six senior citizens, including one individual with limited mobility, benefited greatly from his attention to accessibility needs and his careful planning. He demonstrated patience and flexibility, making necessary adjustments to accommodate our group comfortably throughout the tour.

Gordon N.United States
October 2025

This tour is exceptional. We totally enjoyed spending the day with Ferdinando seeing the highlights of Rome. It is A LOT of walking so be prepared as it is the only way to move about the city. Ferdinando is a trained archaeologist who knows the ruins and sights. Select him for your guide - he knows many people, tips to shorten tours, and excellent places to rest and eat. Perfect guide and host-by the end of the day he is family!

Chris M.
May 2025

Ferdinando Was a great guide. The booking process was easy and he helped us customize the day based on our priorities and input. His plan worked very well, all tickets were purchased in advance and we spent minimal time waiting in lines. Ferdinando interacted with everyone in the group and gave us a remarkable day of history and local knowledge. Highly recommend him.

Susan B.United States
September 2024

Ferdinando was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and made sure we got to see everything we wanted to in a short amount of time.

Julie M.United States
August 2024

Ferdinando is an excellent and highly knowledgeable guide. He has extensive knowledge of Rome, the history, the sites, and the local area. The drivers he arranged to pick us up were professional and on time and the vans were nice and cool. The flow of the tour was excellent (he managed to find us shade) and he recommended a delicious place for lunch. There is a lot to pack in on a one day tour of Rome, but he managed this well. We all had a lovely visit and plan to return again!

Brandon C.United States
July 2024

Ferdinando did a wonderful job on our walking tour and his transportation for us was always on time! He also gave us guidance on a fantastic restaurant that was the best we’ve had! I would certainly book him again!

Your Rome tour itinerary

- Round trip Civitavecchia Rome with a car and a professional driver - Colosseum - Roman Forum - Piazza Venezia - Pantheon - Trevi fountain - Piazza Navona -Vatican Museums - Sistine Chapel - Saint Peter's Basilica and square

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

A professional driver with a new full optionals car or a van, depending on the number of participants, will be at your disposal.

What's included
Other: Headset for groups of 6 pax or more
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Tickets: entrance tickets
What's not included
Other: Gratuities
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Lazio, Lazio, 00053, Italy

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: The meeting point with the driver is at your dock you'll meet me at the Colosseum square

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Museums
History
City Highlights
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
566048
Languages
Italian
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Rome best suited for?

This private tour in Rome is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's iconic landmarks in a day, including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Vatican Museums. It's ideal for those looking to connect with a local guide like Ferdinando B. for deeper insights. The tour is also wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for travellers with mobility needs.

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