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Florence and Rome from Civitavecchia

Civitavecchia cruise port to Florence and Rome by rail

Illustration of Florence and Rome from Civitavecchia

Railbookers offers Florence and Rome from Civitavecchia as a 5-day, 4-night rail vacation for travelers starting at the cruise port of Civitavecchia, with two nights in Florence and two nights in Rome connected by Trenitalia trains. Accommodation is chosen from 12 hotel options across the two cities and several tiers, from boutique properties to the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, so the standard of the hotel depends on the option selected. In Florence, an included city tour covers the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio before the train continues to Rome for a guided, skip-the-line tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. A second guided tour takes in the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel, though this one is not available on Sundays. With two full nights in each city, the schedule leaves room for independent exploring around the included tours. It suits travelers disembarking a cruise at Civitavecchia who want Florence and Rome covered in a short, guided-and-free-time mix.

What to know before you look closer

  • This package offers a choice of 12 hotels across Florence and Rome at different tiers rather than one fixed hotel, so the exact hotel and its standard depends on which option is chosen.
  • The skip-the-line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour is not possible on Sundays.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Florence

    Civitavecchia to Florence

    Your journey starts by admiring the Italian countryside during the train journey to Florence. On arrival in this fascinating city, make your way to your hotel for a 2-night stay, and then why head out for a stroll? There is amazing architecture to be admired, as you wander through the streets and piazzas that make up central Florence.

  2. Day 2overnight: Florence

    Florence

    Spend a full day exploring Florence today. Begin with a city tour which includes both the iconic sights and hidden gems of the city, taking in the famous Duomo, the "living museum" that is the Ponte Vecchio and more. If you would like to extend your stay in the ancient world, why not spend the afternoon at one of the city's famous museums, perhaps the Accademia, where you can admire Michelangelo's David, as well as many other sculptures and magnificent artwork.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Rome

    Florence to Rome

    In the morning, check out of your hotel after breakfast and catch the train direct to Rome. Make your way to your hotel before you immerse yourself in the ancient world with a guided skip-the-line tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. This is the perfect way to learn all about Imperial Rome, as well as being a source of great photo opportunities that will allow you to remember your visit for years to come.

  4. Day 4overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Spend a full day fully exploring the history of the "Eternal City". First, it's time to take advantage of the skip-the-line entrance to tour the Vatican City, taking in the amazing artifacts in the Museum and admiring the breath-taking beauty of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel. In the afternoon why not take a stroll through the many impressive streets and piazzas that make up central Rome. Don't forget to include the iconic Trevi Fountain, where legend dictates all visitors must throw a coin over their shoulders to return in the future!

  5. Day 5

    Your Journey Ends in Rome

    Following breakfast, it's time to check out of your hotel and continue your onward travel.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1The train from Civitavecchia to Florence passes through the Italian countryside before arriving in the Renaissance city.
  • Day 2A city tour in Florence covers the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio, described as a living museum.
  • Day 3A guided skip-the-line tour covers the Colosseum and the Roman Forum in Rome.
  • Day 4A skip-the-line tour of Vatican City takes in the Museum's artifacts and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.

Included

  • Rail Travel as per the itinerary
  • 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • Florence city tour
  • Skip the Line: Ancient Rome & Colosseum half-day walking tour in Rome
  • Skip the Line: Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour in Rome (not possible on Sundays)

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes, rail travel from Civitavecchia to Florence and on to Rome is included via Trenitalia.
What is included besides rail and hotels?
A Florence city tour, a skip-the-line Colosseum and Roman Forum tour, and a skip-the-line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tour, plus breakfast each day.
Which hotels are used?
A choice from 12 hotel options across Florence and Rome, including the Anglo American Hotel Florence and the Four Seasons Hotel Firenze in Florence, and the Kolbe Hotel Rome and InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace in Rome.
How many nights are spent in each city?
Two nights in Florence and two nights in Rome, across 5 days and 4 nights.
Is the Vatican tour available every day?
No, the evidence notes it is not possible on Sundays.
What is the starting price?
From $829 per person, about $166 a day.

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