ROME – 3 Nights with Hotel Included
Day 1 – ROME – Arrival
Welcome to the Eternal City! Upon landing at Rome's airport, our representative will greet you and provide a private transfer to your centrally located hotel. Check into your selected room, where you'll enjoy accommodations on a bed and breakfast basis for three nights. The remainder of your day is free to relax or begin your exploration of Rome's rich historical tapestry at your leisure.
Day 2 – ROME – Small Group Rome and Vatican Tour
Begin your day at 8:30 AM with our Essence of Rome Tour, a three-hour guided journey through Rome's main highlights, complete with a coffee break to savor local flavors.
Later, at 2:00 PM, join our Vatican Small Group Tour. Over the course of your guided tour, including skip-the-line tickets with reservations, you’ll delve into the wonders of the Vatican, visiting the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and other key sites, all while avoiding the usual crowds.
Day 3 – ROME – Small Group Ancient Rome Tour with Colosseum
At 8:45 AM, embark on a captivating three-hour Small Group Walking Tour of Ancient Rome. This tour includes skip-the-line access, allowing you to explore the ruins of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and step inside the iconic Colosseum without delay.
Please note that during the low and shoulder seasons, the Ancient Rome and Vatican tours may need to be scheduled on the same day.
FLORENCE – 2 Nights with Hotel Included
Day 4 – FLORENCE – Transfer
After a leisurely breakfast, our representative will meet you in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to Rome’s Termini Station. Board a high-speed train in first-class at 10:15 AM, arriving in Florence at 11:51 AM (or the nearest time available).
Upon arrival, another private transfer will take you to your centrally located hotel where you will stay for two nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Enjoy the rest of your day exploring Florence at your leisure.
Day 5 – FLORENCE – Small Group Florence Walking Tour
At 10:00 AM, join our Guided Small Group Florence Walking Tour to visit the city’s must-see sights, including skip-the-line access to the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s David. The rest of the day is yours to discover more of Florence’s artistic and architectural wonders.
VENICE – 2 Nights with Hotel Included
Day 6 – VENICE – Transfer and Small Group Grand Canal Boat Tour
Enjoy breakfast before meeting our representative for a private transfer to the Florence train station. Depart for Venice at 9:25 AM in first-class aboard a high-speed train, arriving at 11:35 AM (or the nearest time available).
In Venice, a private water-taxi will transfer you to your centrally located hotel, where you'll stay in a selected room on a bed and breakfast basis for two nights.
At 2:30 PM, experience our Small Group Grand Canal Boat Tour, the perfect introduction to Venice as you glide down its grandest waterway and hidden canals with one of our licensed expert guides.
Day 7 – VENICE – Small Group Best of Venice Walking Tour and Private Gondola Ride
At 11:10 AM, embark on our Small Group Best of Venice Walking Tour. This tour includes skip-the-line entry to St. Mark’s Basilica and a guided exploration of the surrounding areas, revealing the mystique of Venice through its narrow alleyways and charming canals.
Later, enjoy a private 35-minute gondola ride, a quintessential Venetian experience, available anytime between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Day 8 – VENICE/END OF THE VACATION PACKAGE
As your Italian adventure concludes, most guests opt for the convenient and cost-effective option of taking a public water bus to Venice’s Marco Polo Airport. These water buses depart from St. Mark’s, just a few hundred meters from your hotel. You can conveniently pre-purchase tickets when you join our tours in Venice, as our meeting point is only a few meters from the water bus ticket booth. The water buses start operating at 3 AM and cost 15 euros per person.
Customize your 8-day Italy Vacation Package
Consider extending your stay to include visits to Milan, Verona, or the picturesque Lake Garda, available at an additional cost, for more exploration and enjoyment. Our entire tour can be customized to suit your preferences, allowing you to add these or other destinations to create your perfect Italian adventure. Whether you want to spend more time in the cities included in the package or explore new ones, we are here to tailor your itinerary to ensure you have the most fulfilling and enjoyable experience.