Known as "Caput Mundi" (capital of the world), Rome, perhaps, is the most compelling and fascinating of all Italy's historical cities. There is arguably more to see in Rome than any other city in the world, with the relics of over two thousand years packed into its sprawling metropolis. A vibrant mixture of medieval and ancient history, baroque architecture, Italian art and modern fashionable designer shops.

Rome in many ways is the ideal capital of Italy. Geographically it's perfectly placed between Italy's north and south and heartily envied by both. The agreed period of the foundation of the city, was the coronation of Romulus around 753 BC, although the first settlements in the region can be traced back to the early Etruscan civilization. Since, Rome grew in to a vast empire and became the centre of the Christian world.

As its magnificent history continued, artists and architects flocked to work for popes and their rich families, notably in the Renaissance and Baroque periods when marvellous architectural works were created. The legacy of this uninterrupted history can be seen as you wander streets flanked by historical buildings and monuments.

In recent times, in fact, for the Jubilee Year in 2000, billions were spent to restore the city. Churches and palazzi were cleaned, roads and transport improved, car parks turned back into public spaces, whilst museums were completely reorganized and reopened. Rome, as the Italian Tourist State Board boasts, has polished its looks.

We can also add visits to other cities like Venice and Milan to your package