Great Italian Cities
10 Days Starting in Rome and ending in Venice
Visiting: Rome, Vatican City, Pompei, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna, Venice
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IGICZM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 54
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
From:
$2950
$2650 (USD)
Operator discount: -$300
Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Italy's most iconic cities with the "Great Italian Cities" tour. This meticulously crafted adventure offers travelers VIP Fast Track Admission to the Vatican Museums, including the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. With a Local Specialist by your side, explore the historic grandeur of Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna, and Venice. Highlights include a visit to the Villa Barberini Gardens in Castel Gandolfo, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, and a unique glassblowing factory in Venice. Marvel at the ancient Colosseum and Forum in Rome, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and take a scenic cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice. This tour promises a blend of cultural enrichment, historical insights, and unforgettable experiences, all while enjoying the comfort of luxury air-conditioned coach travel and cherry-picked hotels.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Palatino Rome
Meals Included: Dinner
You're in for a bellissimo journey through the spectacular cities of Italy, which kicks off in the 'Eternal City' of Rome. Join your travel companions and Travel Director for a memorable Welcome Reception. Your introduction to la dolce vita begins with an orientation drive past Rome's most magnificent sights.
Day 2 : Explore Ancient Rome And The Vatican City
Location: Rome, Vatican City, Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Palatino Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning we join our Local Specialist for a very special experience as we Dive Into Culture in the smallest nation on earth - Vatican City. Explore the extraordinary collections of the Vatican Museums and stand beneath Michelangelo’s sublime ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, admiring the artistry of great masters and walking in the footsteps of popes who have found peace within the walls of this enclave for centuries. Visit the expansive St Peter’s Basilica before continuing to the Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo, where you’ll enjoy a tour of the lush gardens and lunch in its beautiful surrounds before returning to Rome.
Day 3: Rome Your Way
Location: Rome, Pompei, Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Palatino Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full free day to explore Rome your way, or consider an Optional Experience delving into the tragic history of Pompeii - the Roman city frozen in time by the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Your Local Specialist will bring the ancient story of this city to life before you return to Rome, passing by the Abbey of Monte Cassino, the site of fierce fighting during the Second World War.
Day 4: Admire Assisi And On To Florence
Location: Rome, Assisi, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey north through the rolling hills of Umbria to the birthplace of St. Francis of Assisi. Here your Local Specialist will reveal the story of this most venerated figure on a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, the final resting place of this famous saint and home to a wonderful series of frescoes by Giotto. Later we continue our journey through the scenic Tuscan countryside to Florence. Tonight, we Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience enjoying delicious specialities against the backdrop of picture-perfect olive groves and vineyards.
Day 5: Discover Renaissance Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a leisurely encounter with the artistic and architectural marvels of Florence during your walking tour with a Local Specialist. Visit the striking Piazza della Signoria with its impressive sculptures and palazzi. Amble through the charming cobblestone lanes to the multi-coloured marble Duomo and Baptistery, before admiring the scenic view of the Ponte Vecchio straddling the Arno River. Learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city’s historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. Spend the rest of the afternoon sauntering through the historic centre of Florence, shopping for high-quality leather for which the city is famous, or admiring the artistic contribution of the Medici at every turn.
Day 6 : Uncover Pisa’S Treasures
Location: Florence, Pisa, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a morning at leisure in Florence, cross the fertile Arno Valley to Pisa and join a Local Specialist to visit the Square of Miracles, home to the incredible Leaning Tower and the iconic marble Cathedral. See the ornate Baptistery and the Camposanto, a monumental cemetery built on sacred soil brought back from the Holy Land during the Crusades.
Day 7: Journey To Bologna And Venice
Location: Florence, Bologna, Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Principe Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel north, through the Apennines, to the medieval city of Bologna, perhaps best known for the delicious pasta sauce that bears its name. Your sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist includes views of the Kissing Towers which lean towards each other, seemingly poised to embrace. Then it's off to the romantic island city of Venice with its rich cultural and artistic heritage. Spend time at leisure gliding along its enchanting canals in a gondola or wander through the city's labyrinthine lanes, over bridges and into quiet campi.
Day 8: Cruise Venice’S Canals Make Travel Matter
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Principe Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Savour the iconic and unexpected highlights of Venice as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square to admire the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian churches, Customs House, St. Mark's Basilica and the ornate Doge's Palace. This afternoon, your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience will see you enjoy one of the city’s last remaining studios where you’ll gain insights into the delicate Venetian art of glassblowing. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure admiring this city on water or consider an Optional Experience to the island of Burano where colourful fishermen’s homes line the canals.
Day 9: Experience Venice’S Food Market
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Principe Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Sites made famous in poetry, song and prose are explored today when we join a Local Specialist for a walking tour from our hotel along the canals to the famous Rialto Bridge, where all the flavours of Italy come to life at a centuries-old food market. Amble through the narrow calli of Venice and admire the beautiful architecture, walking over the Rialto Bridge before spending the rest of the day visiting the sights of your choice. Our love affair with Italy's great Italian cities comes to an end this evening as we enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
Day 10: Farewell Venice
Location: Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
For now, it's time to say a fond arrivederci to Italy and newfound friends who have shared in the memorable sights, sounds and flavours.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver to guide and assist you throughout your journey.
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Cherry-Picked Hotels
Stay in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
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Gratuities and Taxes
All porterage and restaurant gratuities, as well as all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are taken care of.
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Must-See Sightseeing and Surprise Extras
Enjoy must-see sightseeing experiences and delight in surprise extras with a local twist.
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Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals included in the tour.
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Flexible Sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing adventures.
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Luxury Transportation
Travel in luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys).
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Optional Experiences and Free Time
Enjoy optional experiences and free time to explore at your own pace.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International airfare to/from the start/end of your tour
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended
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Optional Experiences
Costs of optional experiences
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Some highlights include VIP Fast Track Admission to the Vatican Museums, exploring cities with a Local Specialist, visiting the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, the Villa Barberini Gardens, the Basilica of St. Francis, and a glassblowing factory in Venice. You'll also view the Colosseum and Forum in Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, including a scenic cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice.
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What is the group size for this tour?
The provided information does not specify the minimum or maximum group size for this tour.
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Are there any exclusions I should be aware of?
Exclusions include international airfare to/from the start/end of your tour, travel insurance, and costs of optional experiences.
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What type of accommodations can I expect?
You can expect to stay in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted for a comfortable and relaxing stay.
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What cities will I visit on the Great Italian Cities tour?
On the Great Italian Cities tour, you will visit Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna, and Venice.
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Is there a private tour option available?
The provided information does not specify whether a private tour option is available.
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Is travel insurance included?
No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys).
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What are the pick-up and drop-off times?
Pick-up times at Leonardo da Vinci airport (FCO) are 09:30, 12:30, 15:30. Drop-off times in Venice are 08:00, 09:30.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included in the tour.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar 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 trafalgar 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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