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Classics & Ancient History school trips to Rome

4 days from £355pp

Only by visiting Rome can you really understand both the splendour and decadence of the city in Roman times. Our single-centre Rome itineraries are tailor-made and will evoke images of spectacular Triumphs, gladiatorial combat and passionate senatorial debate.

Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements..

Rome - 4 day inclusive itinerary package from only £355pp*

Travelling in February 2013
  Morning Afternoon Evening
Day 1 Daytime flight to Rome/Naples & transfer to accommodation. Check-in assistance from NST City Representative Evening meal at restaurant.
Day 2 Recommended visits: full day tour of Rome on foot. Explore the Roman Forum, Colosseum, church of Santa Maria de Popolo, the Via del Corso, Piazza di Spagna, Keats-Shelley Memorial House, the Spanish Steps, Piazza Barbarini & the Trevi Fountain Evening meal at restaurant.
Day 3 Guided visit to the Vatican City, on foot - visits include the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Basilica.
Free time in the afternoon.
Evening meal at restaurant.
Day 4 Free time. Transfer to airport for return flight to UK
recommended Morning Afternoon Evening
Extension
Price on request
Full day coach excursion to Pompeii Evening meal
 

Full day coach excursion to Ostia Antica with en route stop at the Catacombs

 

Evening meal
Package includes:
  • Return flights, all taxes & charges included
  • Airport transfers to & from accommodation
  • Services of NST City Representative to assist with check-in & provide 24hr assistance
  • Coach transportation for the visits shown
  • 3 nights bed and breakfast 3* accommodation
  • Visits shown
  • Extensive group travel insurance
  • Generous free place ratio of 1 in 10
*Price shown based on 35 paying passengers departing in February 2013 from a London airport & is subject to availability. Flight supplements may apply. Entrance fees for some of the visits featured may be payable locally, but are included in the price shown.

Our most popular visits in Rome for Classics school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in Rome for Classics groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Key Visits

The Colosseum

Who can resist a visit to the Colosseum? The world’s largest surviving structure of Roman antiquity with its grandeur, wonders of construction and the horrors of the amphitheatre. Our guide will truly set the scene and leave students in awe.

Palatine Hill

The most central of the Seven Hills of Rome is one of the most ancient parts of the city. See the ruins of the Imperial Palaces and the Hut of Romulus, as well as a great view of the Circus Maximus. Explore the pleasant gardens or see vibrant frescos in the recently opened house of Augustus.

Roman Forum

The oldest and most important structures of the ancient city are located here, including the temple of Saturn and the complex of the Vestal Virgins. Imagine Cicero or Mark Anthony walking to the Senate House or Rostra and picture Pliny in the Centum viral court.

Pantheon

Built as a temple to all the gods and rebuilt circa 126AD during Hadrian’s reign, it’s still in use today. A marvel of Roman engineering and, until the middle of the 20th century, the largest masonry dome built.

Vatican City

Somehow a visit to Rome is not quite complete without a visit to St Peter’s Basilica or the Sistine Chapel. A visit through the Vatican Museums, accompanied by the required local guide, will also provide your group with the chance to see some of the world’s fi nest examples of Greek sculpture and vase painting.

Capitoline Museum

Situated on the top of the Capitoline Hill, this fabulous museum houses an excellent collection of Roman statues, inscriptions and other artefacts.

On the Outskirts of Rome

The Catacombs

On the outskirts of the City lie these ancient burial grounds of the early Christians. A local guide is provided on this underground tour.

Ostia Antica

The harbour city of ancient Rome is 20 miles out of the city but is a fascinating visit. Students love to explore the extensive remains of the Roman town and often prefer it to Pompeii and Herculaneum. Combine with a visit to the Catacombs or an evening visit to nearby Time City.

Time City by Ostia Antica

A great evening visit following on from Ostia. Students can shop, go bowling, play arcade machines and enjoy an evening meal. A great way to unwind before returning to Rome.

Tivoli

Visit the fountains of the Villa d’Este gardens, but more importantly the Emperor Hadrian’s villa, whose expansive ruins are full of interest.

Other Visits & Attractions

Time Elevator 

A great evening activity in the centre of Rome. Take a journey through the development of Rome and experience multi sensorial effects as you watch panoramic screens.

Rome by night

Take a guided tour by coach or a guided walk with our head guide, Richard, to see the sights of Rome by night.

Spanish Steps

Take a group photo at this popular evening visit.

Trevi Fountain

Groups are always keen to take in this spectacular site and walk the surrounding streets.

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

AD-HotelArchimede-MainArchimede Hotel

The hotel has recently undergone partial refurbishment; most rooms have been tastefully redecorated in a modern style.

Archimede Hotel

The Hotel Archimede offers good quality accommodation within easy reach of the main tourist areas of Rome.

Address

Via dei Mille, 19
Rome

Local Rating

4* (equivalent to UK 3*)

Capacity

This hotel can accommodate guests in 156 rooms that are spread over 5 floors and served by two lifts.

Location Information

The Hotel Archimede is situated about a 5 minute walk away from Rome’s central Termini Station.

Hotel Image Strip

Accommodation Facilities

  • Reception
  • Lounge area
  • Breakfast room
  • Disabled facilities: There are two specially adapted rooms for the disabled situated on the ground floor.

 Student Rooms

  • 3-4 bedded rooms
  • En-suite facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hairdryer

 Staff Rooms

  • Twins/Singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hairdryer

 Local Tourist Tax (Italy)

Payable locally in accordance with star rating of the hotel as follows:
1* hotel – €1 per person per night
2* hotel – €2 per person per night
3* hotel – €3 per person per night
4* hotel – €4 per person per night, etc

N.B. Please note this is an average cost which can vary from region to region and is subject to change at short notice.  Please check with your tour consultant who will be able to confirm the exact rate of tax within your final itinerary.

 

Security Deposit

Please note security against damage payment is now payable on arrival at the hotel (€10 Euros per person). This is refundable at the end of your stay providing there is no damage. In order to avoid misunderstanding, we suggest all Party Leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with hotelier/centre manager on arrival and departure and any existing damage is immediately reported.

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AD-HotelFloridia-MainHotel Floridia

This is a comfortable, city centre hotel, suitable for both groups and families.

Hotel Floridia

The Hotel Floridia is situated in a good, central location, close to the Termini Station and within easy reach of the main sights of Rome.

Address

Via Montebello, 45
Rome
Italy

Local Rating

3*

Capacity

43 rooms accommodating 80 people, with one lift.

Location Information

The Hotel Floridia is located about 300 metres from the Termini Station.

Hotel Image Strip

Accommodation Facilities

  • Reception
  • Breakfast room
  • Lounge area
  • Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms to assist disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

  • 3-4 bedded rooms (some pull out beds are used)
  • En-suite facilities
  • Telephone
  • Balcony in some rooms

 Staff Rooms

  • Twins/Singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • Telephone
  • Balcony in some rooms

Local Tourist Tax (Italy)

Payable locally in accordance with star rating of the hotel as follows:
1* hotel – €1 per person per night
2* hotel – €2 per person per night
3* hotel – €3 per person per night
4* hotel – €4 per person per night, etc

N.B. Please note this is an average cost which can vary from region to region and is subject to change at short notice.  Please check with your tour consultant who will be able to confirm the exact rate of tax within your final itinerary.

Security Deposit

Please note security against damage payment is now payable on arrival at the hotel (€10 Euros per person). This is refundable at the end of your stay providing there is no damage. In order to avoid misunderstanding, we suggest all Party Leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with hotelier/centre manager on arrival and departure and any existing damage is immediately reported.

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AD-HotelNoto-MainHotel Noto

A traditional city centre hotel, Hotel Noto was built in 1880 and has recently undergone complete refurbishment.

Hotel Noto

The Hotel Noto offers a good standard of accommodation in a central location.

Address

Via Calatafini 10\B
185 Rome
Italy

Local Rating

4*

Capacity

152 rooms over five floors, with two lifts.

Location Information

The Hotel Noto is located in central Rome and is within easy walking distance of the Termini Station.

Hotel Image Strip

Accommodation Facilities

  • 24-hour Reception
  • 2 Breakfast rooms
  • Lounge area
  • Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms to assist disabled clients.

 Student Rooms

  • 3-4 bedded rooms (some pull out beds are used)
  • En-suite facilities
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning

 Staff Rooms

  • Twins/Singles
  • En-suite facilities
  • Television
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning

Local Tourist Tax (Italy)

Payable locally in accordance with star rating of the hotel as follows:
1* hotel – €1 per person per night
2* hotel – €2 per person per night
3* hotel – €3 per person per night
4* hotel – €4 per person per night, etc

N.B. Please note this is an average cost which can vary from region to region and is subject to change at short notice.  Please check with your tour consultant who will be able to confirm the exact rate of tax within your final itinerary.

Security Deposit

Please note security against damage payment is now payable on arrival at the hotel (€10 Euros per person). This is refundable at the end of your stay providing there is no damage. In order to avoid misunderstanding, we suggest all Party Leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with hotelier/centre manager on arrival and departure and any existing damage is immediately reported.

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We can pre-book your meals at our great group prices to help your itinerary run smoothly. Popular options include:

  • Hard Rock Cafe
  • Chef  Express
  • La Famiglia Restaurant

NST Expert Guides

Richard, our expert head guide, is English and has many years of experience guiding NST groups in Rome. He has a great understanding of the curriculum and an excellent rapport with students and will really bring the history of the sites to life. Highly recommended at:

  • The Colosseum
  • Roman Forum
  • Vatican City
  • …and more.

City Guide Profile: Richard Bowen

Originally from the UK, Richard has lived in Rome for the last 18 years. He holds two degrees – BA in Humanities and an MA in History and has made several programmes for the BBC and History Channel. Experienced and bilingual, Richard understands the requirements of UK school groups and will enthuse your students by bringing Rome’s culture, architecture and history to life!

NST City Representative

Our Rome City Representative, Norman, or a member of his team, will meet you on arrival, assist you with hotel check-in, advise you on points of interest and public transport and provide 24-hour emergency assistance.

Free Educational Resources

For a study visit that delivers the curriculum, our Educational Resource Packs developed by our Classics Advisor, Gill Greef, are ideal for use before, during and after your tour.

These A5 booklets focus on the classical relevance of key sites to really enhance your group’s tour and also act as a pre-visit planning aid to make tour preparation easier for you.

Click here to view a sample of our Rome & the Bay of Naples resource pack for Classics & Ancient History groups.