In a nutshell

Reach Rome in total comfort on a reserved electric train and discover all the main attractions of the city with an expert guide between St. Peter’s Square, Castel Sant’Angelo and Piazza Navona. Hear surprising stories, from the prisoners of the papal 'passetto' to Bernini’s angels, then enjoy free time to experience the Capital your way!

Main stops

Travel from the station in Civitavecchia to the station of San Pietro in Rome, on an electric train exclusively for Costa guests
Walking to St. Peter’s Square
St. Peter’s Square and St. Peter’s Basilica (external visit)
Guided walk: Passetto di Borgo, Castel Sant’Angelo, Ponte Sant’Angelo, Piazza Navona
Free time for lunch and to discover the city center

The programme

The electric Civitavecchia–Rome train is ultra-convenient and sustainable: comfortable seats with plenty of legroom, air conditioning for keeping cool on your journey and no problems with traffic! You arrive right in the middle of the city, to discover it first with an expert guide and then your way.
St. Peter’s Square has to be seen… and heard. Discover the secret of the optical illusions of Bernini’s colonnade, and the story of the Egyptian obelisk that arrived on a ship loaded with lentils so that it wouldn’t be damaged.
Pass the thin line of travertine separating Italy from the Vatican City State on the Via della Conciliazione, while the guide presents “il passetto” to you, the secret passage that took popes and prisoners to Castel Sant’Angelo.
A lot of history and angels have passed between these walls: ask for the story of what happened to the 5 winged statues built between 590 AD and now.
Then cross the bridge between the 10 angels of the Passion and push through to the center as far as Piazza Navona and the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi. But go counterclockwise if you’re a couple!
And then you can go any way you choose: you can decide what to see, do and taste, taking advantage of tips from your local guide.

Good to know

Slight changes may be made to itineraries and the length of excursions in order to protect your health and to comply with regulations and the safety protocol.
Wear suitable clothing for the places of worship you will be visiting.
The tour will take place by train or coach depending on the scheduled stopovers.
In preparation for the 2025 Jubilee, many monuments may be under renovation and therefore not visible.