What to expect
Captivating History
Explore Villa Adriana - built by Roman Emperor Hadrian
Magnificent Villas & Gardens
Discover the breathtaking Villa D'Este
Rome's Architectural Masterpieces
Half day walking tour through Rome's treasures
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About this trip...
About the trip
Experience a holiday reminiscent of the opulence enjoyed by Roman emperors and nobles in the picturesque town of Tivoli, overlooking the stunning Campagna Romana. Tivoli boasts luxurious residences and splendid villas, including two renowned UNESCO World Heritage sites—the Renaissance palace of Villa d’Este and the majestic ruins of Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana). Nestled just a short distance from bustling Rome, Tivoli offers a serene retreat with extravagant gardens, enchanting water fountains, and echoes of ancient architectural marvels. Join us on a journey that includes a captivating exploration of Italy’s timeless capital. With a rich history spanning over 2,000 years, Rome beckons with its array of ancient monuments and legendary tales, each corner alive with the legacy of the Roman Emperors who once ruled these streets. Step back in time as you admire architectural masterpieces and immerse yourself in the quintessentially Italian atmosphere during our classical city break!Activity Level:
What's this?What's included?
Return flights & transfers-
Train tickets to Rome
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Airport taxes & charges
Twin/double room for single use
Breakfast daily + One dinner at the hotel - first night
Welcome Drink
Guided tour of Villa D'Este and Villa Adriana-
Half day walking guided city centre tour of Rome
Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
Fully Financially Protected
What's extra:
- Insurance click here
- Rome City Tax 3.00 Euros per person per night payable to the hotel locally (amount subject to change)
Itinerary
- Arrive in Tivoli
- Guided tour of Villa D'Este and Villa Adriana
- Rome
- Day at Leisure
- Departure Day
What you’ll be doing
Day One: Arrive in Tivoli
Welcome to the Campagna Romana! After arriving at Rome Airport, we’ll proceed through immigration and collect our luggage before heading to our hotel in Tivoli for a welcome drink and dinner at the hotel.
- Dinner Included
Day Two: Guided tour of Villa D'Este and Villa Adriana
Today we visit the historic vacation homes of the Roman elite - two UNESCO-listed sites: Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. We hear about Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins and explore some of Italy’s most extravagant private gardens. We first visit Villa d’Este - one of the most beautiful Renaissance villas in Italy. This splendid palace, with its extraordinary gardens filled with hundreds of fountains, will leave you captivated.
Later we leave the captivating masterpiece of 16th-century Italian Renaissance architecture far behind as we travel on to the alluring ruins of the 2nd Century A.D to our second destination - Villa Adriana, the most beautiful Imperial villa, designed and built by Emperor Hadrian at the beginning of the 2nd Century AD in a unique setting of gardens and swimming pools.
- Breakfast Included
Day Three: Rome City Tour
After breakfast, we board the train to Rome where our guide will take us on a half day walking tour. Throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain – an awe-inspiring Baroque masterpiece featuring a marble statue of Neptune at the centre, surrounded by tritons. We then proceed to the Piazza di Spagna, one of the most famous squares in Rome and home to the city’s fanciest boutiques on Via dei Condotti - Rome’s legendary shopping street. Gaze at the architectural marvel of the Pantheon – the burial place of Rome’s kings and other prominent figures – before finishing our tour at the magnificent, oval-shaped Piazza Navona, lined with restaurants, gelaterias and souvenir shops. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Rome independently.
- Breakfast Included
Day Four: Day at Leisure
Today is free for you to spend however you wish. Why not to visit famous Le Terme di Roma- Aque Albule? The waters from the Acque Albule spring are sulphurous and hypothermal. Water arrives at the spa from Lakes Regina and Colonnelle, north of Via Tiburtina, at a speed of 3,000 litres per second. The mineral water maintains a constant temperature of 23°C throughout the year.
- Breakfast Included
Day Five: Departure Day
After breakfast, we’ll transfer to the airport for our return flight home.
- Breakfast Included
Accommodation
Grand Hotel Duca d'Este Four Stars
Grand Hotel Duca d'Este, located in Tivoli Terme, in one of the main spa resorts in central Italy, the ideal choice for organizing holidays dedicated to culture and well-being in Lazio. The Grand Hotel Duca d'Este is a four-star hotel near Rome, a short distance from the main motorway connections and 400 meters from the railway station 'Bagni di Tivoli' which allows you to easily reach Rome Termini station.
Facilities include
The Grand Hotel Duca d'Este near Rome has 4 restaurant rooms including the elegant Piramide room with a spectacular indoor swimming pool and the Giardino, an outdoor gazebo immersed in the greenery of the tropical garden.
Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Room includes
Rooms at the Grand Hotel Duca D'Este are all air conditioned and include a minibar, TV and private bathroom.
Dates & Prices
Frequently asked questions
Transfer Time
The transfer time from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your hotel in Tivoli is approximately 55 minutes, depending on the traffic.
Gratuities
We suggest a Group Collection to cover guides, transfer drivers, and hotel staff of minimum £15.00 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate % to add on.
Important Information
Please note
A reasonable level of fitness/mobility is required.
Dress Code
Dressing in layers with warm, casual evening wear is recommended with comfortable footwear and sunglasses.
Passport & Visa Information
A full 10-year passport is required, valid for 6 months beyond the intended length of stay. A visa is not required by holders of passports endorsed “British Citizen” for stays of upto 90 days in any 180-day period.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport.
If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.
Currency
Euro
