• Vatican Museums - The guide is well-versed in every detail of the museums and will expertly lead visitors through over 1,200 galleries, highlighting the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek artifacts in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, all while keeping the focus on the ultimate destination: the Sistine Chapel.
• Sistine Chapel - A significant portion of this tour is devoted to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the final touches by the renowned Michelangelo Buonarroti. Visitors will learn the true story of this intriguing yet troubled artist who saw himself as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet spent many years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Discover the physical and psychological toll on the artist as the guide helps distinguish between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction about this monumental artwork.
• St. Peter’s Basilica - Benefit from fast-track entry to St. Peter’s without the need to exit and rejoin the security line. Explore the Papal Basilica independently.

• Full-immersion guided Vatican Museums experience with an expert Vatican tour guide
• Skip the Line at the Vatican & get ahead of everyone else
• Priority access to St. Peter’s Basilica
• Rooms of Raphael & Sistine Chapel
• Belvedere Courtyard, Greek and Roman Sculptures

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Gratuities

Meet your expert guide at the entrance of the Vatican Museum and enjoy priority access to what is arguably the world’s most significant art collection. Your guide is familiar with every detail of the museums and will expertly lead you through over 1,200 galleries.

A significant portion of this tour will focus on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the final touches by the renowned Michelangelo Buonarroti. You will discover the true life story of this intriguing yet troubled artist, who saw himself as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted many years to painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn about the physical and psychological challenges faced by the artist as your guide helps you distinguish between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction about this monumental artwork.

At the conclusion, you can explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries of art at your leisure.

• A dress code is required. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
• Due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges.
• Please note: This description is provided as a general example. Actual experiences may vary slightly depending on the season, local conditions, and other factors beyond our control
• On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour
• Access to St. Peter’s Basilica is not possible on Wednesday morning during the weekly papal audience.
• Please note that essential travel documents and final itinerary details might be delivered electronically closer to the activity date.

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