Discover the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica on an intimate small-group tour. Learn the history, secrets, and fascinating stories behind the world’s most significant art collection.
- Vatican Museums - The museum displays cover a good 7 km however and it’s said that if you were to dedicate just one minute to each exhibit it would take 12 years to see the whole collection! Join our tour to follow a selective route covering the most significant events in the history of the Vatican and taking in key exhibits such as Sistine Chapel, the Gallery of the Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Candelabras, the Pinecone Courtyard and other.
Hear the fascinating story of the state of the Holy See, where the conclave is held to elect a new pope and the meaning of the name of the head of the Vatican.
Discover the history and distinguishing features of works by Italian geniuses Raphael, Pinturicchio, Perugino and Botticelli, among others; the meaning of the divine frescoes by Michelangelo “Separation of Light from Darkness”, “Creation of the Sun, Moon and Plants”, “Separation of Land and Water” and “Creation of Fish and Birds”.
- Sistine Chapel - Sistine Chapel - Michelangelo’s celebrated masterpiece, and part of the cultural deposit for all mankind. The ceiling of the chapel portrays the creation of Adam and includes paintings of the Last Judgment while wall frescoes depict the life of Moses and Christ.
- St. Peter’s Basilica - You will visit the most majestic and sumptuous basilica of the Catholic Church and you will see Michelangelo’s Pieta’, one of the most beautiful sculptures in the history of art, and the sculptor’s only signed work.
- Skip the line ticket with priority entry
- Small group up to 13 guests max
- Headsets included for your comfort
- Most group itinerary is set by the Vatican. We don’t visit Raffael’s Rooms in groups.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Enrich your trip to the Vatican with engaging historical insights, and riveting anecdotes from a knowledgeable guide on a small, personalized tour for no more than 13 individuals.Navigate through the most esteemed galleries and chambers like the Gallery of the Maps and the Pio-Clementino Museum, home to the world’s most remarkable compilation of art.
This excursion provides a wealth of information on the art pieces, tracing the compelling chronicles of the Holy See state, while unravelling the undisclosed tales behind its magnificent masterpieces. Admission fees are included, offering you an opportunity to bypass the lengthy queues at the Vatican entrance.
- To visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, also St. Peter’s Basilica, your clothing must cover your shoulders, knees and neckline.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
