After a lovely breakfast, it was on the bus to the Vatican. The whole complex was very exquisite including so many beautiful murals, paintings and sculptures. Words cannot describe the experience nor do photos reflect the beauty. We went through screening and as VIP people we went straight through to the inner courtyard. Here we learnt about the Vatican itself. We went through a long corridor filled with paintings, mosaics and fresco ceilings. Wow!!!! Downstairs ...

Up and off on the bus to drive from Venice to Rome. We arrived in Rome and hit the ground literally running. We did a walking tour with a local guide seeing many sights; the great steps of the Spanish courtyard, the expensive shopping area with all the brands that I can only look at, the parliament buildings as well as other interesting places. We sat down at a restaurant in the square and enjoyed an Italian pizza. We the tasted some delicious ice cream and move...