Darren V.United States
Caron is a perfect guide! It is a shame she cannot lead the tour in the Museum and the Basilica.
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Private tour in Rome Caron M
Vatican VIP Early Entrance - Best Private Experience
4.4
(7) reviews
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3 hours
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Private tour for 1-10 people
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3 hours
Walking
Private tour for 1-10 people
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Caron M.
4.9
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I am an Expat from the United States, I have been blessed to live and guide through this beautiful country called Italy for the past 22 years. My first love and city mastered was the Eternal City of Rome, where I have lived and taught an English Master's program at UET. The University of European Tourism is located outside the Papal walls of Vatican City. I enjoyed teaching and being around the students very much, their youth is contagious. As I've traveled around the entire country, I've discovered the beauty in each region, as well as the wine and culinary wonders. My guiding experience is throughout Italy's Regions, as a National Driver Guide. My areas of expertise include the hillside medieval towns that are nestled in-between the Apennine Mountains. During my tours, I explain the history of Italy and make certain that you have the opportunity to experience all of the local monuments, as well as the iconic art and historical culture. My guiding is based on the TRUE ITALIAN EXPERIENCE. The Slow Food Movement, which they call the zero kilometer touring started in Italy because of how the food is prepared and my tours will take you to taste it all, fresh cheese, the award winning wines and truffle pasta. . . not to mention the limoncello in Sorrento after a day in Pompei. I have been blessed with a gift when it comes to guiding children and the disabled throughout this country. Nothing is a challenge for me and I enjoy seeing each of these places with people who thought they would never get there, life is meant to be lived! I look forward to hearing from you and booking our special excursions together. Please know that you have made the right choice to book through ToursByLocals, as we are the best of the best in the industry. Always remember that Travel is the one thing you buy that makes you richer! I have over 25 years of Experience in the touring industry and previously worked for Vacations.com and Expedia Global Brands. I'm not a Vatican certified guide.
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Skip The Line Vatican Museums, a Jubilee Journey
Overview of your Rome tour
The Vatican is on the top of the list of sights to see for every traveler coming to Rome and visiting the World's smallest country is supposed to be an exciting and fun event. But in a place filled with so many world-famous treasures and so little time to see them all, your day could potentially turn in to a stressful nightmare. Let me take care of you so that you can just sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty; you are on holidays after all! Beat the crowd by getting into the Vatican before it opens to the public. Discover masterpieces of the Vatican collections with an expert guide bringing the paintings and statues to life. As only a guide can do, you will then take a special route, which allows you to enter St. Peter's Basilicas straight from the museums. Inside the Basilica, the guide will take you to see Michelangelo's Pietà and dome as well as other major works by the baroque artist Bernini. Bernini designed the majestic colonnade of St. Peter's Square.
Recent Reviews
Carmelina O.Canada
Caron excellent tour guide.
Donna D.United States
Caron is just a gem! Loved the tour so much that we booked another excursion with her during the same trip. I won't go back to Italy without coordinating with her first. That's how awesome she is at making each day enjoyable and memorable despite the curve balls that international travel throws at you.
Sean R.Australia
A tour de force. Wonderful company. We had the best time. It's a passion for Caron. Jump on asap.
Summer K.United States
OUTSTANDING!! I lack the words to express how fantastic Caron is - amidst all of the history and beauty of Rome, Caron perhaps was our greatest discovery. Caron took the term tour guide to a whole new level and set an unreachable standard for anyone we work with in the future. After our Vatican tour, she provided restaurant recommendations and even made reservations for us. She also helped us to find a few items that we were hoping to purchase while in Rome, allowing us to maximize on our time. Thank you!
Christine M.United States
As an American who has not traveled internationally extensively, it was so nice to find Caron. She connected with me right away to coordinate meeting so it was easy and not confusing. It was great to experience the Vatican early in the morning to eliminate the distraction of the crowds. She highlighted the magnificent things in the Vatican without overwhelming us. Caron is a gem and the best of the best. Spending time with Caron is amazing and leaves you with forever memories.
Your Rome tour itinerary
- Private licensed Vatican Guide introduction. - VIP Entrance to the Vatican Museums (tickets included) - Private 3 hours of viewing the World's smallest country. - Papal Apartment viewing - Sistine Chapel viewing (explanations spoken outside of the room for reverence) - Direct Entrance into Saint Peter's Basilica - Viewing the Past Pope's Crypt underground time permitting. Please contact me for customization. - Please note that this tour is a private tour. When entering the Vatican you will be with a Certified Vatican guide, not personally with me as the Vatican is in another country and requires a different guide licence.
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking tour
What's included
Other: Other:
- Private Certified Vatican Guide
Please take with you your ID/Passport while you are on tour.
If you book this tour on Sunday, we will visit St. Peter's Basilica and Castel S. Angelo instead of the Vatican Museums, which are closed on Sundays.
Private Guide
Tickets: Vatican tickets
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Transportation BACK to your hotel is not included but I can provide it - just ask me and I will arrange it
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Cafe Vaticano- Viale Vaticano Rome
- 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
613458
Languages
Italian
EnglishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
4.4
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This private tour in Rome is perfect for travellers who want an exclusive and stress-free experience of the Vatican. It's ideal for those who wish to beat the crowds with early entrance and enjoy a personalized journey through the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. The tour is also suitable for families, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.
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3 hours
Walking
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