Enjoy the Colosseum and Ancient Rome through a relaxing and entertaining semi-private small group tour (12 people or less per group). Enjoy no-line, quick access, and enter the sites before the general public without wasting any time of your precious vacation. The tour will start with an introduction atop the Oppian hill, where a scenic view over the Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine will bring you face to face with one of history's greatest feats of architecture. Once inside the Flavian Amphitheater, your expert, English speaking tour guide will bring to life what once was the greatest show on earth. You will then hear the lions roaring and the explosion of the screaming crowds, almost as if you were carried away dreaming of being one of Rome’s greatest victorious gladiators. During a short pause by the Arch of Constantine you will hear the tales of triumphal parades and learn about the everyday life of ancient Rome. While exploring the Sacred Way and its many ruined temples you will reach the heart of the Roman Forum: the altar where the body of Julius Caesar was once cremated. In the footsteps of the most famous dictator in history, you will then learn how Rome evolved from a Republic into an Empire.