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VIP Colosseum Arena Tour

5.0 (4 reviews) Rome, Italy 9 Hours
Free cancellationReserve now, pay laterSkip the lineSmall group, max 10
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2–10 peopleSmall group with a local expert guide
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About this tour

A cathedral carved in striped stone, sitting on top of a volcanic cliff, with a whole underground city cut into the rock beneath it. Orvieto is one of Italy's most striking hill towns, and it's only 75 minutes from Rome by train. Your guide meets you at the station and takes you up by funicular into the old town. You'll spend the morning inside the Duomo, including the Chapel of San Brizio and Signorelli's Last Judgement frescoes, then go underground to see the Etruscan wells, olive presses and pigeon caves the town was built on. After a long lunch in a family trattoria, you'll finish in a cellar carved into the tufa for a tasting of Orvieto Classico with local cheese. The pace is relaxed and the group is never more than ten, so there's time to ask questions and wander.

Highlights

  • See Signorelli's Last Judgement frescoes in the Chapel of San Brizio
  • Walk through 2,500 years of Etruscan and medieval tunnels beneath the town
  • Taste Orvieto Classico in a cellar carved into volcanic rock
  • Skip the ticket line at the cathedral with pre-booked entry

Itinerary

  1. 9:00 AM

    Meet your guide

    Check in near the meeting point and meet your small group and local guide.

  2. 9:15 AM

    Skip-the-line entry

    Head straight in through a dedicated fast-track entrance, no waiting in the general queue.

  3. 10:30 AM

    Guided walkthrough

    Explore the highlights at an easy pace, with stories and context from your guide along the way.

  4. 12:00 PM

    Tour ends

    Your guide wraps up on-site, with recommendations for what to do next in the area.

What's included

  • Licensed local guide
  • Cathedral and Underground Orvieto tickets
  • Funicular ride into the old town
  • Wine tasting with local cheese
  • Train tickets from Rome (about €16 return)
  • Lunch (around €25 per person)
  • Gratuities

Good to know

Suitability
Not recommended for guests with limited mobility
Languages Available
English, Italian, Spanish
Booking Requirements
Full name and valid photo ID at entry
Booking in Advance
Recommended at least 3 days ahead
Cancellation policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before your tour's start time for a full refund. Cancellations made within 24 hours are non-refundable, and no-shows aren't eligible for a refund. Need to reschedule instead? Just reach out and we'll find a date that works.

Meeting point

Orvieto train station, main exit

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Reviews

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KatarinaSerbia, Aug 26, 2026

It was overall a great tour. Our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable, and the underground city was the highlight of our whole trip.

KatarinaSerbia, Aug 26, 2026

It was overall a great tour. Our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable, and the underground city was the highlight of our whole trip.

KatarinaSerbia, Aug 26, 2026

It was overall a great tour. Our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable, and the underground city was the highlight of our whole trip.

KatarinaSerbia, Aug 26, 2026

It was overall a great tour. Our guide was fantastic and very knowledgeable, and the underground city was the highlight of our whole trip.

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer customized tour packages?

Yes — every itinerary can be shaped around your interests and pace, whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with family.

What is your cancellation policy?

Most tours can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before the start time.

How do I book a tour?

You can book online through this page, or reach out to us directly and we'll take care of it.

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