Perfect for first-time visitors, this experience combines luxury and history, offering a unique opportunity to explore some of Rome’s most iconic sites. With private transportation and an expert guide, this experience provides a journey through time that mixes Roman grandeur with modern-day indulgence.

The Colosseum and Roman Forum

Experience the essence of Rome's ancient history with an exclusive tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Guests will be comfortably transported from Villa Agrippina to the world’s largest ancient amphitheatre, where gladiators once fought. The journey continues through the Roman Forum, the bustling heart of ancient Rome, and up to Palatine Hill, renowned as the legendary birthplace of the city. To conclude this extraordinary day, participants will enjoy a sparkling aperitif while taking in breathtaking views of Rome from the famous rooftop at Terrazza Caffarelli.

Italy

Rome

Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá

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The Essence of Rome’s Ancient History

Numerous leaves from Leonardo da Vinci's 'Codex Atlanticus', plus his 'Portrait of a Musician'; Titian's 'Adoration of the Magi'; Caravaggio's 'Basket of Fruit'; Raphael's 'School of Athens'... these are just some of the breathtaking masterpieces you can admire on an exclusive out-of-hours tour of the fascinating halls at the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana in Milan, one of the first museums in Italy to open its doors to the public. The visit takes place in the company of an expert historian, to make this wonderfully fascinating experience even richer.

Palazzo Cordusio Gran Meliá

Pinacoteca Ambrosiana

The doors of La Scala open to receive our guests in private, where they can discover details that are not seen on stage, but that have nevertheless helped to form the legendary La Scala that we know and love today. The museum offers the opportunity to get up close and personal with those who have forged the history of the world’s most famous opera house. Here, the figures of Toscanini, Donizetti, Puccini, Verdi, Strepponi, Pasta, Duse, Callas, Fracci and Roberto Bolle come to life through stage costumes, paintings and sculptures that you can admire and learn about from experts in the field.

Behind the scenes of La Scala

This unique experience is supported by two icons from the world of polo and guests will feel fully immersed in the experience thanks to La Martina, a premium clothing brand known for its expertise in the design of technical polo equipment, and La Mimosa Polo Club ASD, with its head Stefania Annunziata, daughter of the famous Italian polo player and pioneer, Horacio Annunziata. This club offers extensive facilities with stables for around 80 horses, two regulation polo fields, a sand track, a polo arena and a beautiful park to explore. There is also a club house and a school led by a federal instructor.

The Essence of Rome’s Ancient History

Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá, Rome, Italy

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