Embark on an immersive journey through Rome's rich Christian history, exploring the layers that shaped the faith's foundations. This tour takes you deep into the spiritual and historical heart of Rome, offering a choice between visiting four or five very significant churches (depending on the option you choose), each with a deep connection to early Christianity.

Begin at the Basilica of Saint Clement, where you'll descend through centuries—from the 12th down to the 1st century—revealing remnants of ancient pagan temples and the secret world of early Christians. See Rome's best-preserved Mithraic temple and the underground stream that flows beneath the basilica and is linked to the Colosseum.

Ascend to the 4th-century basilica above, where frescoes depict the lives of early martyrs, serving as powerful reminders of their enduring faith. Continue to the 12th-century basilica, where golden mosaics vividly convey spiritual messages from the early Church.

Before visiting St. John Lateran, stop at the Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy Stairs, believed to be the steps Jesus climbed during his trial.

Your journey then leads you to the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the Cathedral of Rome, known as the “Mother and Head of all churches on Earth.” Here, you’ll be captivated by its golden interiors and ancient frescoes, which narrate the storey of Emperor Constantine’s conversion and his decision to legalise Christianity in 313. Discover the storey of St. Helena, Constantine’s mother, whose pilgrimage to Jerusalem played a crucial role in recovering sacred Christian relics.

Conclude at the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem, a church built with soil from the Holy Land. This sacred site houses revered relics, including a nail from the Crucifixion and fragments of the True Cross. These relics, brought to Rome by St. Helena, offer a profound connection to the foundations of the Christian faith and a glimpse into the ancient world.

Choose to extend your journey to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where stunning mosaics and sacred relics offer insight into the church's importance in Christian history.