Rome
Rome is a noisy bustling metropolis with all the trappings of a modern capital, yet it is impossible to ignore the signs of its illustrious past through twenty centuries and more.
At the Vatican, the tomb of Our Lord's Apostle, St Peter, dates almost to the earliest days of the Church. Today's Pope and successor to St Peter, Benedict XVI, draws pilgrims from all over the world.
Rome abounds with ancient churches and classical monuments, not to mention the fine craftsmanship of the Renaissance times. The whole is an eclectic mix of old and new which delights at every turn.
Independent Pilgrims
Many of you want to take advantage of short breaks when it is most convenient for you travel so we are pleased to offer transfers and hotel accommodation at a basic price. We will add the price of the airfare to the price when we have checked out the best prices being offered by the different airlines.
Excursions can be booked in the hotel, or take the metro to see the city. There are also two tourist bus routes which visit the main places of interest in the city which you can join and leave at any point on the route.
| Hotel | Nights | Price | Extra Night |
| Conciliazione 3* | 3 | £260 | £75 |
| Alimandi Tunisi 3* | 3 | £355 | £;85 |
| Religious Guest Houses | 3 | £TBA | £TBA |
Price includes transfers on arrival and departure, standard rooms on a bed and breakfast basis FLIGHT PRICE TO BE ADDED |
Accommodation
ALIMANDI HOTELS
- 3-star Hotel Alimandi Tunisi is owned and personally run by the Alimandi family, Rome hoteliers for three generations.
- Easily accessible by public transport,
- Located near the entrance to the Vatican Museums, within walking distance of St Peter's Square
- A good selection of reasonably-priced restaurants, café-bars and shops in the immediate area
- Comfortable en-suite rooms
- Generous buffet breakfast
- Friendly service of the Alimandi family and staff characterise both hotels.
- All bedrooms have TV and hair-dryer.
- Bar, piano lounge, billiards room and rooftop terrace, where breakfast is served.
Access to the area of the Museums is via a flights of stairs. The entrance of the Alimandi Vaticano (directly opposite the Museums) is accessible for wheelchairs, whilst there are steps with a stair lift at the entrance to the Alimandi Tunisi.
HOTEL DELLA CONCILIAZIONE
- Older-style 3-star hotel offering simple accommodation near the Vatican.
- Located in Borgo Pio, one of several narrow streets north of St Peter's Square, which is just a few minutes' walk away.
- Continental breakfast is served in the ground-floor breakfast room.
- All bedrooms are en-suite with TV.
- The hotel entrance is accessible for wheelchairs.
- Public transport available within easy walking distance
- Good range of restaurants, café-bars and shops in the Borgo Pio and surrounding area.
RELIGIOUS GUEST HOUSES
We can offer to our clients good
quality accommodation in
religious houses in the city. All
bedrooms have en-suite facilities
and breakfast is included. Most
of the smaller ones do not have a
night porter so you have to be in
by 11pm but some of the larger
ones provide 24hour Reception
and dining facilities.
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Group Departures and Prices 2010
- Selected 3 star hotels.
- Bed-and-breakfast in Rome
- Half board available in Rome at a supplement; dinner may be at a restaurant within walking distance of the hotel.
- Groups accompanied by an experienced Tour Leader who will organize an itinerary in order for you to maximize your visit to this incredible city.
- Includes transfers on arrival and departure
- Two full day coach excursions including the Basilica of St Paul-outside-the-Walls, the Colosseum and Basilicas of SS John Lateran and Mary Major.
- A tour of St Peter's Basilica, where you will see Michelangelo's beautiful 'Pieta' sculpture.
- Optional excursion to Sistine Chapel in Vatican Museums and/or of 'Rome by Night'.
- We will attend Holy Father's Wednesday General Audience or Sunday Blessing and Angelus, provided he is in residence during your visit.
| Date | Nights | Price |
| 23rd - 30th October | 7 | £786 |
Places are available on a group
departing Manchester on an
inclusive tour. More... Please apply for full details. |
| Other Departure Dates |
A tailor made tour for groups. We can offer departures from various regional airports on the 'no frills' carriers. Please contact our office for more details. |
| Deposit: £180 |
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| Images of Rome |
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Pictures courtesy of David J. Lees
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