STEP INTO HISTORY.
SAVOR EVERY MOMENT.
Join a small, expertly guided tour of Rome designed for travelers who want to go deeper—not just check off the sights. From ancient ruins to hidden trattorias, this is a five-day journey through the soul of Italy’s capital.
NEXT DEPARTURE: MAY 19–23, 2025. LIMITED TO 12 GUESTS
$1,495 USD PER PERSON
GO BEYOND THE POSTCARD VERSION OF ROME
We created this experience for curious travelers who want meaningful connection—with history, culture, and each other. Our guides are local historians and food lovers who know the city’s secrets—and love sharing them.
You won’t be herded through landmarks or handed a script. You’ll walk cobbled lanes, hear stories you won’t find in guidebooks, and eat in places locals try to keep to themselves.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Every detail is handled—so you can focus on the experience.
4 nights at a boutique hotel in Trastevere
Daily breakfast, plus 2 dinners and 1 lunch
Private guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Vatican
Small-group food walk in Testaccio
Skip-the-line tickets to major attractions
Wine tasting with a certified sommelier
Daily city transport included
Welcome aperitivo and farewell dinner
Local guide available throughout the tour
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Arrival & Welcome Aperitivo in Trastevere
DAY I
Ancient Rome—Colosseum, Forum, and Hidden Temples
DAY II
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Wine Tasting
DAY III
Rome’s Culinary Core—Market Tour + Food Walk
DAY IV
Farewell Breakfast & Departure
DAY V
WHAT PAST TRAVELERS SAY
ROME CAME ALIVE FOR ME.
I’ve been to Rome before, but never like this. The guides were amazing, and I felt like I was walking through the city with a local friend—not a tour group.
Daphne M.
New York
THE PERFECT BALANCE OF STRUCTURE AND FREEDOM.
There was plenty of time to explore on our own, but I never felt lost or rushed. The small group made it easy to connect with other travelers, too.
Lucas T.
Melbourne
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This isn’t a checklist tour. It’s a carefully curated immersion into one of the world’s most fascinating cities—designed for people who want more than just photos.
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STEP INTO HISTORY.
SAVOR EVERY MOMENT.