• Vatican Museums - Discover some of the most famous paintings and sculptures from western civilization and listen to amusing anecdotes about the former popes and artists represented in the museums. With a small-group tour of maximum of 6 people, or in your very own private tour, easily manoeuvre through the crowded museums at a comfortable pace.
  After a view of the terrace over the Vatican gardens, make your way across the beautiful early Renaissance courtyard to admire Hadrian’s Pinecone, and then to the modern art piece of Arnaldo Pomodoro. You will then head to the magnificent Octagonal Courtyard which is one of the most remarkable collections of Roman and Greek artefacts. Admire the famous Belvedere Torso, learn about the mystery of the Laocoön Priest of Troy, and visit the Muses Room. Walk through the beautiful galleries to admire an abundance of candelabra, tapestries, and maps. Then head to the Julius II apartments and see the grandeur and the magnificent details of the Raphael Rooms.
• Sistine Chapel - Next, learn of Michelangelo’s masterpiece from your guide before you enter through a tiny door to admire the majestic Sistine Chapel. Take in its grandeur in contemplative silence as you admire this 8,000 square foot wonder.
• St. Peter’s Basilica - Your comprehensive Vatican tour concludes with VIP entrance directly into St. Peter’s Basilica without standing in the long lines. Walking through the Basilica, you will learn all about the secrets of the magnificent and ornate decorations, sculptures, altars and chapels. Visit Michelangelo’s Pieta and walk down the main nave to admire the dome he designed that sits on top of the largest Catholic church in the world.

• Professional, Local, Expert Guide
• Private Option available!
• Tour in a Safe and Semi Private group of 6 people
• Enjoy Skip the Line Access

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Gratuities

Join a semi-private Vatican tour with a limit of six participants. With an expert guide and skip-the-line access, begin your journey at the Vatican Museums’ Pinacoteca, showcasing masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and da Vinci.

Explore the Pinecone and Octagonal Courtyards, the Belvedere Torso, and the Round Room. Appreciate Constantine’s coffins and distinctive sculptures while gaining insights into Church history, the Popes, and the artworks.

Be amazed by Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, wander through the Gallery of Maps, view Raphael’s frescoes, and visit St. Peter’s Basilica. For a more personalized experience, a private tour option is available.

• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• Occasionally the Basilica may be closed due to last minute private events outside of the tour operators control and often without notice. In these uncommon circumstances the tour will operate as usual and the time spent inside the basilica will be made up elsewhere on the tour. No refunds will be granted in the event the Basilica is closed
• Please note that tours selected on Wednesday mornings at 10 am can be periodically effected by the closure of St Peter’s Basilica due to last minute decisions by the Vatican. Please be insured the lost time will be compensated with other areas of the museums.
• Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking
• Access to the Raphael Rooms is contingent upon crowd conditions, timing constraints, and guard-regulated routes. Including them may not always be feasible. In these cases, your tour guide will exercise discretion to adjust the itinerary, ensuring a high-quality experience.
• As part of the 2025 Jubilee celebrations, St. Peter’s Basilica may experience unexpected partial or complete closures. In the rare event that the Basilica cannot be visited, rest assured that your tour experience will remain exceptional. Your guide will seamlessly adapt the itinerary to include alternative highlights, ensuring the full duration and quality of your tour. Please note that, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions agreed upon at the time of booking, partial or full refunds cannot be issued due to Basilica closures.
• Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.