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Thomas Institute - Rome Tour (May 2027)
May 25-31, 2027
Join the Thomas Institute - Derek Cooper on an immersive 7-day journey through the heart of Rome, exploring the profound history, architecture, and spiritual legacy of the Eternal City.
This custom-designed tour bridges the classical and early Christian worlds. From the monumental grandiosity of Ancient Rome—including the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon—to the ancient port city of Ostia Antica, you will walk in the footsteps of the early Christian apostles. Discover early Christian history firsthand through guided site visits to the Mamertine Prison, the underground Domus Aurea, the majestic Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the historic crypts of St. Clement.
Designed with flexibility in mind, this tour offers a balance of structured, top-tier historical site visits and personal free time to experience Rome’s culture and cuisine at your own pace.
Day 1: Tuesday, May 25, 2027 – Arrival in Rome
Arrival in Rome. Transfer to hotel on your own and check-in. Overnight in Rome.
Day 2: Wednesday, May 26, 2027 – Ancient Rome (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning visit to the Colosseum (around 9:00 AM), Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Afternoon visit to the Pantheon (around 4:00 PM). Overnight in Rome.
Day 3: Thursday, May 27, 2027 – Apostle Paul's World (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning visit to Ostia Antica Archaeological Park and Castello di Giulio (around 9:00 AM). Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Rome.
Day 4: Friday, May 28, 2027 – Apostle Peter's World (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit to Mamertine Prison (around 9:00 AM). Visit to Domus Aurea with site-specific guide (around 10:30 AM). Afternoon free time for individual exploration. Overnight in Rome.
Day 5: Saturday, May 29, 2027 – The Vatican & Western Civilization (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning visit to the Vatican Museums (around 9:00 AM). Afternoon visit to St. Peter’s Basilica (around 2:00 PM). Overnight in Rome.
Day 6: Sunday, May 30, 2027 – Essential Churches & Landmarks (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit to St. Clemente Church & Crypt (around 9:00 AM). Afternoon visits to biblical and historic sites. Overnight in Rome.
Day 7: Monday, May 31, 2027 – Departure (B)
Breakfast at hotel. Check-out from hotel and transfer to airport on your own for departure flights.
Including
- 6 nights accommodation at Hotel Madison 3* Superior.
- Daily buffet breakfasts for 6 days for the group.
- All entrance tickets and reservations
- All local Italian hotel city taxes.
- All archaeological and museum administrative fees.
Excluding
- International airfare.
- All lunches and dinners.
- All local transportation (buses, private vans, metro/train tickets).
- Whisper audio systems (except for mandatory site guide at Domus Aurea).
- Personal expenses, porterage, and tips.
- Travel and medical insurance.
