When I first heard that the tour would be 4 to 5 hours long, I was worried it might be boring and tiring. However, by the end of the tour, I realized my worries were unfounded. Although the tour started at 8:40 AM and ended at 2:00 PM, it was so enjoyable that I didn't even notice how time flew by. If I hadn't taken this tour, I would have missed out on all this rich content. It was a perfect experience with absolutely no regrets.
I'd like to thank guide Hong Jin-pyo for meticulously taking care of all 17 of us. He explained everything non-stop for five hours without showing any signs of fatigue, which made me think, 'He truly loves his job,' and allowed me to immerse myself even more deeply. (I'm also very grateful for his good sense in not taking us to a 2-star cafeteria! Haha!)
The Italy I experienced during my trip was a place where the past and history truly came alive. In particular, it felt as if the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Baroque periods were still dancing alongside modern people. As the saying goes, 'You see as much as you know,' and I keenly felt the difference between seeing things with knowledge and seeing them without. I was fortunate to have this learning process accompanied by the tour, and I hope everyone visiting Italy gets to experience this enriching journey. I highly recommend the Vatican tour!