Happy New Year in Rome!
Welcome the New Year in the Eternal city
Let yourself be captivated by the timeless beauty of Rome with an exclusive itinerary to discover its most iconic artistic and historical treasures.
Highlights:
- Monumental charm: From the majestic Roman Forums to the Colosseum, we set off on a journey through centuries of history, art and spirituality, to discover the most authentic soul of Rome
- Swan Lake at the Teatro dell'Opera: Be enchanted by the magic of Swan Lake, one of the most famous ballets in the classical tradition, performed in the prestigious setting of the Teatro dell'Opera
- New Year's Concert: Ring in the New Year with great music, with a refined opera concert in the evocative setting of the Chiesa di San Paolo entro le Mura
Lenght of Tour: 4 days / 3 nights
Suggested time: From December 29th 2026 To January 02nd 2027, in combination with con Teatro Dell'Opera di Roma programme and New Year's Eve Concert
Discover the Eternal City, ballet at the theater, and the New Year's Concert by the Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma.
From the majestic Fori Imperiali to the Colosseo, to the splendor of Palazzo Colonna, one of the city's most fascinating historic residences, you'll enjoy authentic experiences that reflect the grandeur of the Eternal City.
Among the highlights of your stay are attending the ballet Swan Lake at the Teatro dell'Opera, followed by a perfect dinner to continue the end-of-year celebrations.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 – December 30th 2026 - Rome
- Arrival in Rome by own means. Accomodation at 4* Hotel. Rooms available in the afternoon
- Welcome dinner in the hotel. Overnight stay
Day 2 - December 31st 2026 – Fori Imperiali and Colosseo, Teatro dell’Opera
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Meet your local guide and begin a guided walking tour of the heart of ancient Rome, including Fori Imperiali and Fori Romani, where you'll admire the remains of monumental complexes such as Foro di Cesare, il Mercato di Traiano and il Foro di Augusto. The tour continues with a stop at the majestic Colosseo, where you'll admire its imposing structure and listen to fascinating stories about the gladiatorial games, public spectacles, and the extraordinary engineering techniques that have made this monument one of Rome's most iconic symbols
- Free lunch. Free time to explore the city on your own
- Return to the hotel on foot or by private transport before attending the ballet Swan Lake at the Teatro dell'Opera
- 06.00 pm: TEATRO DELL’OPERA DI ROMA - Swan lake
- The beloved Classical Ballet in a prologue and four acts, enhanced by the presence of Vadim Muntagirov, principal dancer of the Royal Ballet of London
Music: Pëtr Il’ič Čajkovskij
Conductor: Ido Arad
Choreography: Benjamin Pech
Assistant Choreographer: Gillian Whittingham
Sets and Costumes: Aldo Buti
Guest Artists: Fumi Kaneko, Vadim Muntagirov Orchestra, étoiles, primi ballerini, solisti e corpo di ballo del Teatro dell’Opera di Roma
Produced by Teatro dell’Opera di Roma - After the Ballet, return to the 4* Best Western Universo hotel for dinner and celebrations
- Overnight stay
Day 3 - January 1st 2027 – Palazzo Colonna - Chiesa di S. Paolo entro le Mura
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer on foot or by private transport to Palazzo Colonna. Meet with the museum's in-house guide and enjoy an exclusive private guided tour of the Galleria Colonna Apartment. Located in the heart of Rome, just steps from Piazza Venezia, Palazzo Colonna is one of the largest and most prestigious Baroque palaces in the Eternal City
- Free lunch and free time
- Walking transfer to Chiesa di San Paolo entro le Mura to attend the traditional New Year's Concert
- 06.00 pm: CHIESA DI S. PAOLO ENTRO LE MURA – SALA 1
I Virtuosi dell'opera di Roma: New Year's Concert
Concert in 3 parts
PROGRAMME:
Part I
J. OFFENBACH — "I RACCONTI DI HOFFMANN" Barcarola
G. VERDI — "NABUCCO" Va' Pensiero
G. ROSSINI — "IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA" Largo al factotum della città
G. DONIZETTI — "L'ELISIR D'AMORE" Una furtiva lagrima
G. ROSSINI — "IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA" Una voce poco fa
G. BIZET — "CARMEN" Entr'acte III
G. VERDI — "LA TRAVIATA" Libiamo nei lieti calici
Part II
P. MASCAGNI — "CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA" Intermezzo
G. ROSSINI — "IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA" La calunnia
G. PUCCINI — "TOSCA" Vissi d'arte
G. VERDI — "RIGOLETTO" La donna è mobile
W. A. MOZART — "DON GIOVANNI" Là ci darem la mano
G. ROSSINI — "IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA" Se il mio nome
E.WALDTELIFE — Valzer dei pattinatori
Part III
J. STRAUSS — "VALZER" Donne, vino e canti
G. PUCCINI — "LA BOHÈME" Valzer di Musetta "Quando men vò"
W. A. MOZART — "DON GIOVANNI" Deh vieni alla finestra
G. PUCCINI — "TOSCA" E lucean le stelle
G. PUCCINI — "LA BOHÈME" Che penna infame
W. A. MOZART — "LE NOZZE DI FIGARO" Non più andrai farfallone amoroso
G. ROSSINI — "IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA" Zitti, zitti, piano, piano
*program subject to change - At the end, return to the hotel on foot. Dinner on your own. Overnight stay
I Virtuosi dell'opera di Roma
The traditional New Year's Concert performed by the Orchestra I Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma in the prestigious Church of St. Paul Within the Walls. Performed for over 20 years, it is a lyrical concert, enriched by famous waltzes and Christmas pieces. Performers include soprano S. Testa, tenor A. Gentili, and baritone M. Utzeri. The renowned orchestra I Virtuosi dell'Opera di Roma is an ensemble of virtuoso musicians, many of whom graduated from the finest Venetian conservatories. Their performances are enriched by collaborations with renowned vocal soloists from around the world.
Day 4 - January 2nd 2027 - departure
- Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
Independent departure
The visits order may change for operational needs without changing the content.
Proposal for an indicative itinerary.
The tour can be modified and adapted to any requests for further insights on topics chosen by the custom.
