Rome art-restoration tour

The 3-hour "Restoring Caravaggio — VIP Rome Tour" shows travelers works by Italian artist Caravaggio (1571-1610) in three churches in Rome, then takes them to an art-restoration lab to learn the science and techniques of restoration.

Run by Italian tour operator Roma Experience (phone, in the US, 719/266-2360), tours are held weekdays and cost €245 (near $288) per person. Visit www.romaexperience.com/restoring-caravaggio-vip-rome-tour.