Main Info
Explore the charm of Italy with an unforgettable journey through Florence, Venice, and Tuscany, complete with exclusive “skip the line” access to St. Mark’s Basilica, immersive guided tours, and indulging in authentic Italian cuisine.
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Included | 2 nights in Florence at 4-star hotel |
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Excluded |
Any optional excursions |
| Rates and Dates |
| Hotels or Similar Florence (4-star): Raffaello Hotel / Hotel Una Vittoria Venice (Tronchetto, 4-star): Hotel Hampton by Hilton Venice Isola Nuova |
Itinerary
Please note: As the tour departs Rome early at 7:15 AM, we recommend arriving in Rome the evening before the tour begins. Travelers should be in Rome the night before, as morning arrival into Rome on the scheduled tour departure date will not allow enough time to reach the meeting point for the scheduled departure. Travelers are responsible for making their own way to the indicated meeting point.
Depart at 7:15 AM by deluxe coach to Assisi, a medieval town surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis, featuring frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue, and enjoy lunch in Assisi.
Continue to Siena, a UNESCO-listed city famous for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and the Palio horse race. Later, travel through the Tuscan countryside to Florence and check in at your hotel.
Overnight in Florence | Meals: N/A
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Explore Florence, cradle of the Renaissance. Visit the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and Baptistery. See Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Santa Croce Basilica. Enjoy lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant. In the afternoon, choose between free time in the city or an optional visit to Pisa, with its Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli. Dinner is at leisure.
Overnight in Florence | Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Following breakfast, travel to Bologna, a city rich in culture and culinary excellence.
Walk from Piazza Malpighi to Piazza Maggiore, admiring San Petronio Basilica and the Palazzo del Podestà. Delight in a light local lunch, savoring regional specialties. Stroll the medieval streets, arcades, and markets. In the afternoon, continue to Venice. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.
Overnight in Venice | Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Piazza San Marco and discover Venice’s highlights with a guided tour. Visit the Doge’s Palace (outside) and cross the Bridge of Sighs. Afterward, enjoy a glass of spritz or prosecco with cicchetti, traditional Venetian snacks. Relax and soak in the atmosphere. Spend the afternoon exploring the city’s canals, artisan shops, or quiet corners on your own. Return to your hotel.
Overnight in Venice | Meals: Breakfast
Depart Venice and travel through Tuscany to Montepulciano, a charming hilltop town known for its “Vino Nobile” wine and stunning views. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, paired with a glass of Tuscan wine, followed by some free time to explore before continuing to Rome.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Please note: The tour is expected to arrive in Rome in the evening. Arrival time may vary depending on traffic and other travel conditions, so we recommend booking an additional night in Rome after the tour. This allows for a more relaxed departure the following day. Airport departure transfers are not included.
