Situated half way down Italy's western coast, Rome is a bustling city with a historic heart. Once only a few villages, Rome became the great city of the ancient world. There are now entire countries that owe their calendar, law and language to Rome.

Traveller Estelle Bingham starts her exploration of the city at the Forum, the hub of ancient Rome. From there she visits Michelangelo's beautiful Piazza Campidoglio before strolling through charming Trastevere. She completes her tour at the Pantheon, one of Rome's great ancient buildings and the resting place of Raphael. Along the way...

• Learn how to make Roman pizza.
• Kick start the day with some real Italian coffee.
• Visit the impressive Colosseum and relive ancient gladiatorial combats.
• View the greatest private art collection in Europe at the Villa Borghese.
• Take a tour of the Vatican City, the smallest state in the world, and attend a service with the Pope.

Special Features

• Round the world tour.
• Essential travel information.
• Specially composed soundtrack.