Easy Pace Italy - Classic Group, Winter
Easy Pace Italy - Classic Group, Winter
Easy Pace Italy - Classic Group, Winter
9 Days Starting in Rome and ending in Venice
Visiting: Rome, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Vatican City
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W803ZN19
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
Activities:
From:
$3950
$3360 (USD)
Operator discount: -$590
-15%
Tour Overview
Italy's top highlights await you on this 10-day guided tour. Stop by the Colosseum in Rome before heading to the Vatican Museums, where a VIP dinner awaits. In Florence, see Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery where Renaissance masterpieces are housed. Join a Local Expert in Pisa for an informative tour of its infamous leaning tower, then stop at an organic farm in the Tuscan hills, where fields of vegetables give way to lines of olive trees, and you’ll feast on an authentic Italian meal. In Venice, board a private boat that will whisk you past the city’s ornate palaces and beneath its bridges to the marble arcades of Piazza San Marco.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To The Eternal City Of Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Veneto Palace Rome
Meals Included: Dinner
Rome is one of the world’s most historic cities, filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, renaissance palaces and baroque churches. Transfers to your hotel depart Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 09:30, 12:30 and 15:30. Then this historic city is yours to discover. At 17:30, join your Travel Director for a uniquely Roman Welcome Dinner. Get to know your travelling companions over a relaxed evening of dinner and wine, as you join your local host for a truly Italian, home-cooked meal.
Day 2 : Rome Sightseeing And Dinner In The Vatican
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Veneto Palace Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
In the morning enjoy the very best of the city’s highlights including visiting the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican with your Local Expert. Cross the Tiber river to enjoy ancient Rome. See the incredible Circus Maximus famous for its chariot races, and the iconic Colosseum. In the afternoon, enjoy special fast-tracked entry into the Vatican Museums with a Local Expert. Admire the Papal art collection, before entering the Sistine Chapel to marvel at Michelangelo’s masterpiece on its ceiling. Then you'll be privileged to an exclusive Highlight Dinner inside the Ethnological Museum.
Day 3 : Rome At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Veneto Palace Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend another day enjoying Rome at your own pace. Stroll to the boutiques of the Via del Corso and Via Nazionale or visit the elegant designer stores near the Spanish Steps. Perhaps take an Optional Experience south to the ill-fated town of Pompeii? As night falls, why not sip a glass of prosecco at a sidewalk cafe in Piazza Navona and enjoy life's pageantry pass by?
Day 4 : On To Florence Relaxed Start
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Albani Firenze Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive to the Chianti Hills and the city of Florence.
Day 5 : Florence, Birthplace Of The Renaissance Relaxed Start
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Albani Firenze Florence.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore Florence with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the Accademia Museum and see Michelangelo's David. Alternatively, wander through the market stalls on a shopping tour, enjoying all the Italian treats and finery on offer. Walk on to the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, where Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise have been recreated in all their glory. Visit Piazza della Signoria, still the political heart of Florence and an open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces. Spend time gazing at statues such as Neptune as well as Hercules and Cacus, along the front of the Palazzo Vecchio. Famous for the quality of its luxury goods like gold and leather, Piazza Santa Croce is also the perfect spot to see the basilica. Later, use your free time to shop or continue exploring at your leisure.
Day 6 : Pisa And The Tuscan Countryside Relaxed Start
Location: Pisa
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Albani Firenze Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After a leisurely morning in Florence, explore the nearby town of Pisa with a Local Expert. See the Leaning Tower, baptistery and the colonnaded bell tower, lurching out from behind the cathedral.Visit the organic farm il Poggio and join a guided walk, exploring olive oil and wine production. After taking in beautiful views of the rolling Tuscan hills, enjoy tasting the farm's fines wines and olive oil, in addition to an authentic Italian meal prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
Day 7 : On To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Splendid Venice - Starhotels Collezione
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today we travel through the Emilia-Romagna region, and stop to sample the flavours of the region and learn about Italian food culture over a delicious lunch with wine. Take the autostrada east to Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. Your luxurious hotel gazes out over the Giudecca Canal and an unforgettably romantic city skyline.
Day 8 : Venice And The Magic Of ‘La Serenissima’ Relaxed Start
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Splendid Venice - Starhotels Collezione
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your private boat takes you past historic churches and 13th century palaces to St. Mark's Square. The first sight is the pink marble of the Doge's Palace, connected to the prisons by the Bridge of Sighs. It was from here that Casanova made his daring escape. Turn the corner, and the gilded facade of St. Mark's Basilica comes into view. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during a visit to a traditional arts centre. See how beautiful handcrafted glass is made by expert glassblowers, safeguarding traditional skills. This afternoon there is plenty of time to explore the museums, galleries and churches or browse through the shops on the Rialto Bridge. Perhaps cruise out to some of the other islands in the lagoon to experience the age-old lifestyle of Venetian fishermen and lace-makers.
Day 9 : Venice At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Who could refuse another day to take in the unique atmosphere of this wonderful city? Lose yourself in the back lanes and quiet squares, where tourists seldom tread and the Venetians go about their daily lives. Maybe visit some of the 90 churches housing masterpieces of Venetian art or explore the modern artworks in the Guggenheim? Perhaps relax at a canal-side cafe sipping local wine or sample delicious lagoon-fresh fish?Later, board a traditional gondola for a serenade through the romantic canals.This evening, indulge in traditional Venetian dishes that are enriched with inspiration from seasonal produce.
Day 10 : Arrivederci Venice
Location: Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Alas, you must bid farewell to this enchanting city. Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Marco Polo Airport at 08:00 and 09:30.
What's Included
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Personal radio headsets
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
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Hotel and restaurant tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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Baggage handling
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
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Insight Flourish
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
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Airport transfers
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
What's Not Included
Flights to and from the tour start and end points are not included
Check out our Q&As
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What are the inclusions of the tour?
The tour includes meals as detailed in the itinerary, airport transfers at the destination, and it is fully guided.
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What are some highlights of the tour?
Highlights of the tour include a guided shopping tour in Florence, a Highlight Dinner in Rome with Italian cuisine and wine, a visit to Il Poggio in Tuscany for organic olive and grape farming and tasting, and a gondola ride in Venice.
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What is the primary focus of the tour?
The primary focus of the tour is coach tours worldwide, with highlights on luxury, cultural experiences, history, art galleries & museums, and wine tasting.
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What is the starting location of the tour?
The tour starts in Rome.
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What type of accommodations are provided?
Accommodations include the Veneto Palace in Rome, Albani Firenze in Florence, and Splendid Venice - Starhotels Collezione in Venice.
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What is the ending location of the tour?
The tour ends in Venice.
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What are the exclusions of the tour?
The tour excludes international travel.
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What countries does the tour visit?
The tour visits Italy.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, meals are included as detailed in the itinerary.
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Is the tour suitable for families with children?
The tour does not specify age restrictions, making it potentially suitable for families with children. However, it's best to check directly with the tour provider for specific family suitability.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Low Deposit
Insight Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of insight vacations charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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