Roman History Trip to Rome Italy
3 Days from £550pp
Based on 36 students travelling with 4 teachers (free places) travelling in February 2026. All compulsory charges that we have been able to calculate are included in the price. We'll highlight any expected local charges in your tailored quote.
We provide transparent and realistic pricing that reflects a full itinerary of engaging activities. As former teachers, we know your time is valuable, so we focus on giving you clear, honest quotes from the outset.
From the Colosseum to the Roman Forum, it's no wonder Rome is renowned for its influence on the modern world.
In just a few days in this epic city, your students will be fully immersed in a world from their textbooks.
All of our trips are bespoke, allowing you to combine it with another subject and design an itinerary to suit your learning goals and budget.
What's included
- Return flights to Rome from Gatwick
- Hold luggage for all passengers
- 2 nights' accommodation
- Half board basis (breakfast and evening meals)
- Guide and/or tour assistant where specified
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Peace of mind with our Travel Disruption Support
- Loyalty Scheme with a range of benefits and discounts
- Unique no surcharge guarantee
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Arrive in Rome
The moment you arrive in Rome you will be able to see evidence of the Roman’s nearly 700-year rule and the influence that time had on the city’s architecture, art and culture.
You will enjoy your first taste of that delicious Italian cuisine before heading to bed, ready for a busy first full day.
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Ancient Rome Tour
Begin at the iconic Colosseum, where students explore the grandeur of Rome’s gladiatorial arena and engineering brilliance.
Continue to the nearby Roman Forum to discover the heart of ancient political and public life, then climb Palatine Hill, once home to emperors and central to the legend of Romulus and Remus.
The tour moves to Piazza Venezia for insights into its Renaissance and modern history, before finishing at the Capitoline Museums, the world’s oldest public museums, showcasing Rome’s rich art and heritage.
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Catacombs of Rome & Ancient Ostia
Head to the Catacombs of Rome, where your tour guide will show you around the underground galleries used for centuries as cemeteries. Within the dark and humid corridors, you will begin to understand a buried part of Rome’s dark history.
Visit Ancient Ostia for a guided tour of a family-run farm. You’ll see how mozzarella and local produce is made through demonstrations and hands-on workshops. Afterwards, sample some antipasti including local cheeses, olives, salami and bruschetta.
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