6 Days (5 Nights)
Land Only$2,195
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Best of Rome

April 16-21, 2025

Explore the Eternal City's treasures on our Rome Adventure! Immerse yourself in history as you wander through iconic landmarks like the Spanish Steps, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain. Experience the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican City, home to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel. Delve into ancient ruins at Ostia Antica and unearth the secrets of Rome's underground catacombs. Walk in the footsteps of gladiators at the Colosseum and uncover the Forum's rich past. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Rome's timeless wonders!

Price: At present, the tour is priced at $2,195 for 12-14 travellers. However, as more people join, the cost per person will decrease. For instance, if the group size increases, the price may drop to $1,995 for 17-20 travelers, or $2,075 for 15-16 participants. Please note that in some cases, triple occupancy may be necessary. Rest assured, our goal is to ensure fair pricing and an enjoyable experience for all.

Dr. Derek CooperManaging DirectorThomas Institutehttps://thomas-institute.com
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Day 1: Wed, April 16: Rome – Begin Your Tour
Arrive in Rome and transfer to hotel. At a designated time, we will begin a walking tour of some of the highlights of North Rome: Piazza del Populo, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain. Overnight: Rome. (D)

Day 2: Thurs, April 17:  The Vatican - Tour the Greatest Church and Museum on Earth
St. Peter’s Basilica is the largest church on the planet and the center of the Catholic Church. It’s the size of a small city, with its most important relic lying deep beneath the altar. Visit Vatican’s St. Peter’s Square, the Basilica, Vatica museums, the city, and, of course, walk through the Sistin Chapel. Overnight: Rome. (B, D)

Day 3: Fri, April 18: Ostia Antica, St. Paul's Outside the Walls, and Lateran – Visit Rome's Port and St. Paul
Start the morning with a visit to one of the best-preserved archaeological sites outside Rome: Ostia Antica. This incredible site offers a wonderful place to consider how Christians in the Bible lived their daily lives. Visit St. Paul’s Outside the Walls, which houses the remains of St. Paul, as well as St. John Lateran, the headquarters of the Catholic Church. Overnight: Rome. (B, D)

Day 4: Sat, April 19: Rome Underground: Explore the Catacombs, the Palace of Nero, and Monk Crypts 
Start your day by trekking underground in the Catacombs, the place where early Christians buried their dead. Then, visit Rome's most eerily interesting museum: a living cemetery of monks whose bodies are converted into furniture. Step back in time by entering into the palace of the emperor who killed  Christianity’s most influential apostles: Peter and Paul. Overnight: Rome. (B, D)

Day 5: Sun, April 20: Forum, Prison, Colosseum, Palatine – Walk through the Classic Sites of Rome
Imagine what Roman life was like by exploring the Roman forum, the place where everything happened and where Caesar, Cicero, and Augustus worked. Pass by the Arch of Titus and visit the Mamertine Prison, the place of Peter and Paul’s imprisonment. In addition, imagine yourself to be a gladiator or spectator at the timeless symbol of Rome: the Colosseum. Overnight: Rome. (B, D)

Day 6: Mon, April 21: Departure – Return Home
Say ciao to your wonderful excursion and begin the journey back home from Rome's Airport. (B)

Including
  • 5 nights in 4-star hotel in downtown Rome 
  • Daily breakfast at hotel
  • Daily dinner at nearby restaurant
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees for museums and sites on itinerary
  • Reservations for required sites
  • 1-2 pre-trip meetings
  • Access to travel and learning resources
Excluding
  • International flight to and from Rome (FCO)
  • Lunches, snacks, and special drinks
  • Metro pass (estimated: $30 per person [pp])
  • Transport to/from airport (estimated: $30 pp)
  • Travel or health insurance
  • Any other item not mentioned above

The order on this itinerary is subject to change. If necessary, appropriate substitutions will be made.

Hotels
  • April 16, 2025 - April 21, 2025 Hotel Torino, Rome, Italy

 Locations on the map may include pre program or extension locations with main program.
Including
  • 5 nights in 4-star hotel in downtown Rome 
  • Daily breakfast at hotel
  • Daily dinner at nearby restaurant
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees for museums and sites on itinerary
  • Reservations for required sites
  • 1-2 pre-trip meetings
  • Access to travel and learning resources
Excluding
  • International flight to and from Rome (FCO)
  • Lunches, snacks, and special drinks
  • Metro pass (estimated: $30 per person [pp])
  • Transport to/from airport (estimated: $30 pp)
  • Travel or health insurance
  • Any other item not mentioned above

The order on this itinerary is subject to change. If necessary, appropriate substitutions will be made.

Hotels
  • April 16, 2025 - April 21, 2025 Hotel Torino, Rome, Italy

Hosts
Dr. Derek Cooper
Managing Director
Thomas Institute

Dr. Derek Cooper has written 15 books and traveled to more than 80 countries. He has led dozens of tours to all lands of the Bible and is an ordained minister. He is the founder and managing director of Thomas Institute and Dodekagram.

Leadership
Derek Cooper is Managing Director of Thomas Institute. He earned an MBA in Business and a PhD in the History of Religion. Dr. Cooper teaches widely in universities, businesses, and churches. He is the author of 15 books and has visited more than 80 countries. 

Travel
Thomas Institute specializes in travel to lands connected to the Bible: Israel, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Egypt, and Jordan. However, it also regularly leads groups to other leading destinations, including Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

Education
Thomas Institute offers a variety of professional courses on many topics related to travel, history, culture, religion, and education through Udemy, Thinkific, and Teachable.  It also offers an array of professional booklets through Thomas Institute Press

Payment Details:

  • $300 deposit by June 1, 2024
  • Full payment by January 15, 2025

Registration and Additional Information 

  • This tour is contingent upon sufficient travelers.
  • Tutku Tours is our local partner for this tour and will help facilitate credit card payments.
  • For any questions, contact info@tutkutours.com

Price

At present, the tour is priced at $2,195 for 12-14 travellers. However, as more people join, the cost per person will decrease. For instance, if the group size increases, the price may drop to $1,995 for 17-20 travelers, or $2,075 for 15-16 participants. Please note that in some cases, triple occupancy may be necessary. Rest assured, our goal is to ensure fair pricing and an enjoyable experience for all.

The order on this itinerary is subject to change. If necessary, appropriate substitutions will be made.

This tour has limited seats available.
If you are interested in learning more about this tour please send an email to:

Dr. Derek Cooper, Ph.D.
Thomas Institute
derek@thomas-institute.com

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