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4 - Christian Rome


Santa Maria Maggiore
The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and Saint John in Laterano, the ancient Appian way and the Catacombes

Tour by foot and by coach of the main Christian monuments of Rome

The first stop will be on the Esquiline Hill where our guide will show you the treasures of the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, then continuing by coach to stop at the Holy Staircase, the Lateran Palace and the Basilica of San Giovanni*, the cathedral of Rome (visit inside). Then proceeding along the Ancient Appian Way, you will pass by the Chapel of "Domine Quo Vadis" before arriving at the Catacombs, the ancient underground cemeteries and first hiding places for the Christians. A visit will be made to either the Catacombs of S. Callisto, Santa Domitilla or San Sebastiano depending upon seasonal conditions. The tour will end with a spectatular view of the Baths of Emperor Caracalla. Return to, or nearby your Hotel.


*N.B.: Entrance into churches requires appropriate attire (no shorts, miniskirts or uncovered shoulders)

Price per person:
43 Euro

Money Exchange

Departure Times:
Nov-Feb:
from Hotel: 1:30-2:15 pm, from Agency: 2:30 pm
Mar- Oct: From Hotel: 2:00-2:40 pm, from Agency: 3:00 pm


Every afternoon except Christmas, New Year and Easter.

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