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Your Monograms package is designed in a way that
enables you to personalize your trip. Beyond our
included sightseeing, we’ve built in lots of free time
(assisted by your friendly Local Host, of course), to
explore your interests and passions as you’d like.
To help, Monograms has assembled this collection
based on customer feedback and experiences.
Some are Monograms exclusive, others we’ve selected
from tried-and-true partners. All are reviewed and selected
by Monograms to ensure high quality at a great value.
If you’ve already pre-purchased your Activities &
Excursions, you’re on your way! Your Local Host will be
able to answer any questions you may have about those
excursions, including timing and location.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS OVERVIEW
| O V E R V I E W
If you haven’t already purchased them, don’t worry—we’re
here to help. Just see your Local Host to find out which
activities can fit better your vacation. Your Local Host will
have details on availability, seasonality, days of operation,
and timing. Note that in some cases, availability and
operations may be limited.
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THE MAGIC OF ROME
INCLUDING THE CATACOMBS
Explore Rome’s secret
underground world on this guided
tour into the vast labyrinth of
catacombs with their ancient
tombs and burial chambers.
Approximately 3 1/2 hours
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YOUR LOCAL HOST SUGGESTS
| YO U R L O C A L H O S T S U G G E S T S
There are few things better than a local who knows the landscape
like no one else. That’s why Monograms Local Hosts are your best
resource for where to go, what to do, and what to see on your Rome
vacation—what they love most about Rome.
These optional excursions are selected to show you the famous
historic sights, out-of-the-way places, favorite cuisine, and cultural
spots only a local would know. Monograms Local Hosts share their
favorite features of Rome for extraordinary experiences—with local
insider information that allows you to choose optional excursions
that speak to you.
E-BIKE TOUR: ANCIENT
APPIAN WAY, CATACOMBS
AND AQUEDUCTS PARK
Explore the wonders of the ancient
Appian Way, catacombs, and
Aqueducts Park on this fantastic
6-hour guided eBike tour.
Approximately 6 hours
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TASTE OF TESTACCIO
FOOD TOUR
Discover Cucina Romana—real
Roman cuisine—on this yummy
foodie walking tour through the
Testaccio district!
Approximately 4 hours
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UNFORGETTABLE
HIGHLIGHTS OF ROME
This guided tour has it all: bustling
piazzas, the incredible Pantheon,
lively Navona Square, and beautiful
Trevi Fountain, where legend says
tossing a coin will ensure your
return to Rome.
Approximately 3 1/2 hours
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CASTEL GANDOLFO WITH
COOKING CLASS AT THE
POPE’S FARM
Learn to cook some of Italy’s most
divine dishes at this unique cooking
class at Castel Gandolfo, the pope’s
exquisite summer retreat.
Approximately 8 hours
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PRIVATE ¤¤¤¤/party
LOCAL EXPERIENCES
| L O C A L E X P E R I E N C E S
Whether you want to focus on really getting to know Rome…or
would like to go just a little farther afield to explore that nearby
castle, winery, or important historic village, Monograms makes it easy
with optional excursions to fit every age, interest, and sightseeing
style. Hop aboard the train to ancient Ostia, visit the “dying town” of
Civita di Bagnoregio, discover the charms of Umbria at the Alviano
Natural Reserve, or concentrate your time right in the Eternal City.
With an expert guide leading the way, your day trip will be both
enriching and satisfying.
MASTERPIECES OF
VILLA BORGHESE
Discover the secrets and stories
behind the Borghese Gallery’s
stunning artwork and paradise-like
gardens on this exciting guided tour.
Approximately 2 1/2 hours
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ROME FULL-DAY / HALF-DAY
PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR
Explore Rome the way you want on
a private guided sightseeing tour.
Just decide what you want to see
and do with your expert guide—the
choice is yours!
Approximately 8 hours
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Approximately 4 hours
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SKIP THE LINE POMPEII
DISCOVERY AND AMALFI
COAST DRIVE
This exceptional full-day excursion
introduces you to some of Italy’s
most fantastic treasures as
you explore the archaeological
excavations at Pompeii, drive along
the spectacular Amalfi Coast, and
spend free time in pretty Positano!
Approximately 13 hours
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ANCIENT WONDERS
OF ROME
See Rome’s most impressive
ancient wonders on this
impressive small-group discovery
that includes the Jewish Ghetto,
Teatro di Marcello, Appian Way,
aqueducts, Baths of Caracalla,
Circus Maximus, and more!
Approximately 3 1/2 hours
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TRASTEVERE FOR FOODIES
With cobblestone lanes and quaint
artisan shops, Trastevere is a foodie
paradise. With an expert guide, eat
your way through this atmospheric
area, sampling a variety of tasty
Roman street food.
Approximately 3 hours
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TESTACCIO SUPPER STROLL
Join your expert guide for a walking
tour and delicious progressive feast
through Testaccio that’s perfect for
anyone looking to try something
beyond pizza and pasta.
Approximately 3 1/2 hours
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FOOD & DRINK
| F O O D & D R I N K
If nightlife shows you a city’s pulse, then food reveals its soul.
By diving into the local cuisine, you’ll discover a lot about
Rome’s history, influences, culture, and traditions. Discover
the Eternal City’s most authentic dishes and wines at popular
trattorias, osterias, and ristorantes. Learn to create Italian
specialties yourself at a chef-led cooking class. Hit Trastevere
and other local neighborhoods to sample Rome’s finest street
foods. And it’s not just about what the locals eat…it’s about
how and where. With a Monograms Food & Drink excursion,
you get to savor the very best of Rome!
PIZZA-MAKING AND GELATO
Create pizza and gelato from
scratch at this interactive cooking
class in a 17th-century palazzo!
Approximately 3 hours
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GELATO AND ITALIAN
BISCOTTI-MAKING
Learn to prepare authentic Italian
sweet treats from a real Italian chef
at this fun and interactive cooking
class that’s perfect for kids and
adults alike!
Approximately 2 hours
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PASTA AND TIRAMISÙ
COOKING EXPERIENCE
Learn to cook pasta and tiramisù
like a real Italian grandmother at
this interactive cooking class in a
17th-century palazzo!
Approximately 3 hours
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PRIVATE PIZZA MAKING
EXPRESS
Become an Italian pizzaiolo at this
interactive private cooking lesson—
perfect for anyone with a passion
for food and fun!
Approximately 2 hours
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COOKING CLASS WITH
MARKET VISIT
From market to mouth, learn to
shop for, create, and savor the
classic Italian meal at this fun and
interactive cooking class.
Approximately 5 hours
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PRIVATE ¤¤¤¤/party
PRIVATE ROMAN PASTAS
EXPERIENCE
The Eternal City has gifted the
world with four of its most delicious
pastas. Learn to make them like an
expert at this fun and interactive
private cooking lesson!
Approximately 2 hours
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PRIVATE PIZZA AND ROMAN
ANTIPASTI
Create custom pizza and
antipasti from scratch at this
interactive cooking class in a
17th-century palazzo!
Approximately 3 hours
¤¤¤¤/party
ROMAN JEWISH PRIVATE
COOKING CLASS
Learn to prepare bold and
mouthwatering Roman-Jewish
cuisine from a real Jewish chef
during this fun, interactive private
cooking lesson!
Approximately 3 hours
¤¤¤¤/party
FOOD & DRINK
| F O O D & D R I N K
ITALIAN CHEF FOR A DAY:
PARMIGIANA, GNOCCHI AND
PANNA COTTA
Under the instruction of your chef,
slice and dice your way to the perfect
Parmigiana. Then, try your hand at
gnocchi-making, and whip up a tantalizing
panna cotta custard for dessert!
Approximately 4 hours
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ITALIAN CHEF FOR A DAY:
TRADITIONAL SUNDAY LUNCH
Italy, food, and family—three things
that go hand in hand (in hand). While
food is always a vital part of Italian
culture, on Sundays, a long lunch with
family and friends is a true event.
Approximately 5 hours
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GOURMET DINNER
EXPERIENCE AND WINE
PAIRING
Bask in the hypnotic atmosphere
of the Eternal City as you savor a
4-course gourmet dinner with wine
at an elegant bistro.
Approximately 2 1/2 hours
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ACTIVE
If you’d rather be pedaling your way through a city than
standing or watching, then a Monograms Active excursion
just might pique your interest. Why not bike around
Castel Gandolfo, Orvieto, or through Rome’s city center
like a local? Our selection of fun get-up-and-go tours are
perfect for travelers who thrive on discoveries centered on
physical activity.
CITY CENTER E-BIKE TOUR
This exciting guided e-bike tour has
it all—ancient monuments, elegant
shopping streets, art masterpieces,
and lesser-known places that give
the city its unique atmosphere!
Approximately 4 hours
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| A C T I V E
E-BIKE TOUR: ANCIENT
APPIAN WAY AND CASTEL
GANDOLFO LAKE
Ride a mountain bike through
a breathtaking scenery on this
incredible full-day guided bike tour
around and outside of Rome.
Approximately 9 hours
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PRIVATE E-BIKE EXCURSION
Pedal your way through the
Eternal City with an expert guide
and see what interests you most
on this unforgettable half-day
private bike tour.
Approximately 4 hours
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SURPRISES OF ROME
BY E-BIKE
Hop on the saddle of an eBike and
explore the treasures of Rome on
this half-day guided adventure.
Your guide will introduce you
to the charming back alleys and
lesser-known quarters that are
secret to many.
Approximately 4 hours
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ROME BY E-BIKE WITH
TRATTORIA LUNCH
Hop on an eBike and explore the
treasures of Rome on this full-
day guided bike adventure with a
traditional Italian lunch!
Approximately 7 hours
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| N I G H T L I F E
NIGHT LIFE
When the sun sets on the city, the hard-working Romans come
out to play—and few things reveal the true pulse of a place like its
nightlife! From gourmet dinners and classical music concerts to
food and wine pairings, you can’t go wrong when you take a seat,
order a glass, and say ciao to that friendly face sitting next to you!
A Monograms night in the town is just the ticket!
DINNER IN THE ETERNAL CITY
Enjoy dinner like the Romans
do—dining at an elegant bistro just
steps away from Piazza Navona.
Your exquisite 4-course meal
features fresh ingredients and a
delightful atmosphere.
Approximately 2 hours
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CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT:
ENCHANTING OPERA ARIAS
Discover the spirit of “bel canto”
(beautiful song) at this enchanting
evening featuring internationally
renowned musicians and vocalists
performing some of the world’s most
famous operatic works.
Approximately 1 hour
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CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT:
LA TRAVIATA
Step into one of Rome’s most
beautiful historical theatres for an
unforgettable evening featuring
world-class musicians and
vocalists performing Verdi’s classic
“La Traviata”.
Approximately 1 hour
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FAMILY FRIENDLY
Some of your fondest, funniest, and favorite memories in life
involve family vacations—places and times when children, teens,
parents, and even grandparents experience something magical
together. Whether it’s an al fresco picnic in the beautiful gardens
of a Roman villa or learning to make authentic pizza and gelato,
Monograms’ Family-Friendly excursions offer fun and unique
activities that are perfect for travelers of all ages.
| FA M I LY F R I E N D LY
BAREFOOT IN THE PARK:
YOUR GOURMET ORGANIC
PICNIC IN ROME
Take a well-deserved break from
sightseeing and relax with a
delightful al fresco picnic in the
exquisite gardens of Villa Borghese.
Approximately 3 hours
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BAREFOOT IN THE PARK:
YOUR GOURMET ORGANIC
PICNIC IN ROME (VILLA
PAMPHILI)
Bask in the beauty and serenity of
Villa Pamphili’s stunning gardens as
you take a break from sightseeing
and enjoy a delicious al fresco picnic.
Approximately 3 hours
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