After you collect your luggage and clear customs, a private English-speaking assistant will greet you in the arrivals hall and escort you to your awaiting transfer. They will accompany you to your accommodation to ensure a smooth check-in, walk you through your Welcome Package documents, and assist with any questions you may have about your itinerary and your time in Italy.

Meet your private driver for an airport transfer.

A Welcome Package will be provided and will include any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip.

Find Rome’s local rhythm in Prati and Monti, two neighborhoods that offer an insider track into the city’s aperitivo culture. From Il Sorpasso’s cured meats and local wines to rooftop views and bubbles at Terrazza Les Étoiles and inventive Negronis at Freni e Frizioni, each venue brings its own perspective on the early evening ritual. Speak with your Destination Expert to arrange reservations in advance.

Unwrap Rome at a holiday tempo with an unhurried, beautifully curated shopping stroll. Begin by the Spanish Steps along Via dei Condotti, where your guide helps you zero in on signature fashion and jewelry without the overwhelm. Linger at la Rinascente Tritone to browse multiple brands under one roof. Slip into the artisans’ quarters next: Monti for indie fashion and jewellers, and Via di Monserrato for small-batch leather, hand-painted ceramics, and textiles you won’t find back home. As the lights come on, drift through the twinkling Piazza Navona market for ornaments and nativity pieces, with optional gourmet stops for panettone, chocolate, and olive-oil gift boxes.

Celebrate the magic of Rome during the holiday season with an evening walking tour through the city’s most enchanting piazzas and streets, beautifully illuminated for Christmas. With your private guide, stroll into the lively Piazza Navona, transformed into a traditional Christmas market filled with festive stalls and seasonal cheer. Continue to the Spanish Steps, where sparkling lights create a picture-perfect backdrop, before wandering along the elegant Via Condotti and bustling Via del Corso, both aglow with dazzling holiday displays. Conclude the evening with a refined Roman dinner at a traditional trattoria, savoring authentic dishes that capture the warmth and flavor of the Eternal City at Christmastime.

This morning, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or simply unwind at your hotel and recharge for what is next.

Step into Rome at its most luminous season and trace a path through the city’s four major basilicas with a dedicated guide. Begin beneath the embrace of St. Peter’s colonnades, where soaring domes and marble light set the tone for the day. Continue to the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, the cathedral of the Pope, to explore chapels, relics, and centuries of ceremony. At St. Mary Major, pause beneath glittering mosaics to learn how a summer snowfall inspired one of Rome’s most beloved churches. Conclude the daylight hours at St. Paul Outside the Walls, where vast cloisters and a serene nave invite quiet reflection and unhurried photos. Your guide shapes the storytelling to your interests, from sacred art and architecture to rituals, saints, and Christmas traditions. As evening settles, cap the experience with a spiritual finale: attend Vespers amid candlelight and chant or take your seats for a seasonal sacred concert that lets the music carry the meaning of the day.

Experience the magic of northern Lazio and Umbria at their most enchanting, when ancient towns glow with festive lights and timeless traditions. With your private driver, set out from Rome on a full-day winter journey that blends history, art, and holiday spirit. Begin in Civita di Bagnoregio, the spectacular “dying town” perched on a cliff and reached by footbridge. Wander through its narrow lanes with your private guide and witness the Living Nativity, transforming the medieval streets into a tableau of the season. Continue to Orvieto, a hilltop gem famed for its dramatic skyline and magnificent Duomo, whose intricate faÇade and interior masterpieces shine against winter’s soft light. Explore the city’s rich history and traditions, then visit the Nativity at Pozzo della Cava, a unique underground display that brings centuries-old customs to life in a truly atmospheric setting.

Unwind at Anantara Spa Rome, nestled above the ancient Diocletian Baths in the heart of the Eternal City. Offering a fusion of Roman wellness ritual and Asian-inspired healing, a collection of licensed therapists tailor each treatment to restore your mind, body, and spirit. Slip into steam, savor tranquil lounge moments, and emerge renewed after signature rituals like the Diocletian Bath or Jet-Lag Renewal. Kindly note this service is for a reservation only. Service cost is payable directly onsite.

Surrender to a sweet spot of indulgence with a private, sommelier-led wine and dessert pairing. Settle into an elegant tasting room as your expert host guides you through six thoughtfully chosen wines, moving from bright and aromatic to rich and structured, while revealing how acidity, tannin, and sweetness shape what you taste. Along the way, three artisan desserts are paired to perfection, showing how texture and flavor transform in the glass: think citrus with mineral whites, dark chocolate with velvety reds, and a final harmony of late-harvest or fortified styles.

In Naples, Christmas is more than a season, it’s a way of life. Travel by high-speed train from Rome for a day immersed in the city’s joyous holiday spirit. Wander Via San Gregorio Armeno, where nativity artisans craft intricate presepi figures, and enjoy a private workshop with a master craftsman who will share centuries-old techniques. Pause for a hearty Neapolitan lunch at a welcoming trattoria before soaking up the cheer of a local Christmas market, alive with festive lights, sweet holiday treats, and artisan creations. As evening falls, return to Rome with the warmth of Naples’ Christmas traditions lingering in memory.

Meet your private driver for an airport transfer.

Set within a historic 19th-century marble palace overlooking the iconic Piazza della Repubblica, Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel seamlessly blends neoclassical grandeur with contemporary luxury. The hotel offers 232 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each exuding refined sophistication and providing modern comforts. Culinary experiences abound, from the fine dining to fresh sushi on the rooftop. Start the day with a sumptuous breakfast overlooking the Fountain of the Naiads at the elegant breakfast room, relax in the Lobby Bar with delicious aperitifs and innovative cocktails, or savor delectable bites with bubbles at an exclusive champagne bar under the iconic porticos of Piazza della Repubblica. For relaxation and wellness, indulge in the spa's array of treatments, unwind in the sauna, or take a refreshing dip in the rooftop pool, all while enjoying panoramic views of Rome's timeless skyline. Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel invites discerning travelers to immerse themselves in a harmonious blend of historical splendor and modern luxury in the heart of the Eternal City.