In Depth Colosseum and Ancient Rome | Private

Once you arrive in the Eternal City,  decide to plunge deep into the soul of the Roman Empire.  Walk in the footsteps of its most legendary figures: from the ruthless Julius Caesar and the cunning Augustus, to the infamous Nero and the victorious Flavians.

Your private guide will lead you through the heart of the imperial capital, revealing layers of history beneath the ruins. With privileged access and personal attention, this tour offers a far richer experience than standard visits — one that is immersive, thoughtful, and completely your own.

Discover the Heart of the Imperial Capital

Begin at the Colosseum, the ancient world’s greatest arena. With priority entrance, you will explore its towering tiers and descend onto the Arena floor — where gladiators once fought to the death in a theatre of spectacle, politics, and power.

From there, your guide will take you through the Roman Forum, once the bustling center of political life. Here, you will walk the same paths as emperors and orators, experiencing the grandeur and intrigue of Rome’s public stage.

Scratch Beneath the Surface of the Colosseum

A monument to conquest and control, the Colosseum was funded by spoils taken from Jerusalem. Within its stone shell, as many as 60,000 spectators gathered to witness wild animal hunts, mock naval battles, executions, and the brutal artistry of the gladiators — immortalized in modern culture by Gladiator.

Your expert guide will bring this arena to life, conjuring scenes of blood-soaked sand and thunderous applause. Gaze down upon the Colosseum Underground, where men and beasts once waited in shadow. Climb its levels, feel its scale, and absorb its powerful, haunting story.

Follow in the Caesars’ Footsteps at the Roman Forum

Step onto the Via Sacra, the Sacred Way, where victorious generals once rode in triumph. Pass the Arch of Titus and Temple of Romulus, and stand where Mark Antony delivered his fiery funeral speech at Caesar’s cremation site.

Explore the Temple of Vesta, where the Vestal Virgins guarded Rome’s eternal flame, and admire temples dedicated not only to gods like Saturn, but to emperors — declared divine upon their death.

Here, history was debated, recorded, and remembered. Your guide will help you piece together the grandeur and the power struggles that shaped the ancient city.

Climb the Palatine Hill to Where Rome Was Born

After following the Caesars' footsteps in the Roman Forum, your guide will lead you up the Palatine Hill, the most storied rise in Rome. According to legend, it was here that Romulus founded the city, after slaying his brother Remus.

Wander past the Hut of Romulus, gaze upon the ruins of Augustus and Livia’s houses, and learn about Nero’s Domus Transitoria — an opulent palace meant to link all imperial residences, tragically lost in the Great Fire of 64 AD.

Some sites on the Palatine — including the House of Augustus, House of Livia, and Domus Transitoria — require separate tickets. If you would like to include these, please let us know in advance.