Tour Type: Country Explorer
Brochure Type Europe & Britain 2025 v1
Unlock the best of Italy with priority access to the Vatican, dining amidst Tuscan vineyards and olive groves and admiring must-sees including Pisa's Leaning Tower. You'll even discover the local secrets of Venetian glassblowing.
Be My Guest
Brochure Type Europe & Britain 2025 v1
Unlock the best of Italy with priority access to the Vatican, dining amidst Tuscan vineyards and olive groves and admiring must-sees including Pisa's Leaning Tower. You'll even discover the local secrets of Venetian glassblowing.
Be My Guest
- Florence The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light in this visit to the 12th-century Castle of Trebbio where you will enjoy a traditional Tuscan Be My Guest buffet, explore the cellars, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting.
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- Rome Gain early access to the Vatican Museums to marvel at the magnificent work of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel.
- Florence Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
- Tuscany View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today.
- Rome Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.
- Rome Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a Local Specialist. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, and stand beside the Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.
- Rome During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
- Pisa During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
- Verona During an exploration of Verona, see Juliet's balcony in the courtyard of a Renaissance villa.
- Venice Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.
- Discover Venice, Verona and Pisa
- Explore Rome and Florence with a Local Specialist
- View the ancient sites of Rome, the Byzantine St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence
- Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
- Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the Vatican Museums and a glassblowing factory in Venice
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Optional Experiences and free time
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Call 800-747-0368 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18547561
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Duration
- 7 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Rome | Ciao Rome: Indulge all your senses in the imperial city of Rome, your introduction to a memorable encounter with Italy which will have you returning for more. Spend your afternoon relaxing after your journey, or explore the ancient city streets before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for a Welcome Dinner. This evening, we take an orientation drive past Rome's most magnificent sights which we will have an opportunity to explore tomorrow. Accommodations: Crowne Plaza St. Peter's |
| Day 2 | Rome | Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Dive Into Culture: Our encounter with Rome begins in the Holy See as we Dive Into Culture with a visit to the Vatican Museums in the company of a Local Specialist to admire the masterpieces that have been collected by Popes throughout the centuries. Gaining priority admission, we admire the magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter's Basilica, the greatest church in Christendom, to see Michelangelo's sorrowful Pietà . Crossing the Tiber, we venture into Ancient Rome to view the Circus Maximus, once the site of thrilling chariot races. Spend a leisurely afternoon exploring Rome. Admire the Spanish Steps or toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your speedy return. Accommodations: Crowne Plaza St. Peter's |
| Day 3 | Venice | Journey to the Floating City of Venice: This morning we venture north through the valley of the Tiber into the green and golden landscapes of Umbria. We pass the hilltop towns of Orte and Orvieto, traveling past Tuscany's terraced olive groves and across the Apennine Mountains bound for Venice, the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. Accommodations: Novotel Mestre Castellana |
| Day 4 | Verona | Onwards to Verona Make Travel Matter: Cruise by private launch into the heart of Venice this morning, where we will see the city's most celebrated sights including the Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica and the ornate Doge's Palace. Next we witness first-hand the intricate craft of glassblowing - your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience helps to preserve this precious Venetian tradition for generations to come. Beyond their talent and skill, you'll admire the exquisite pieces Venice is famous for, perhaps choosing to take one home as a souvenir to remind you of this special visit. Soak up the pageantry and elegance of Venice before continuing to Verona, home of Shakespeare's ill-fated lovers Romeo and Juliet, where we'll spend the night. Accommodations: Leopardi |
| Day 5 | Florence | Admire Pisa and on to Florence Connect with Locals: Pisa's UNESCO-listed Square of Miracles is our first stop today, where we will have the opportunity to view the Leaning Tower before traveling on to Florence. Explore the birthplace of the Renaissance and home of the Medici dynasty, whose penchant for beautiful art and architecture created one of the cultural centers of the world. Tonight we Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience set against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves. Accommodations: Grand Mediterraneo |
| Day 6 | Rome | All Roads Lead to Rome: We join a Local Specialist today to delve into the rich medieval and Renaissance history of Florence. Our sightseeing tour will take us to the Piazza della Signoria with its impressive sculptures and imposing palazzi. Wandering through the narrow streets we encounter the multi-colored marble Duomo, the famous Baptistery and the almost 700-year-old Ponte Vecchio, a spectacular feat of engineering from the Middle Ages which is today lined with jewellers. Our journey continues through Umbria to the valley of the Tiber River and back to Rome. Toast to a memorable holiday with newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner. Accommodations: Grand Tiberio |
| Day 7 | Rome | Farewell Rome: After breakfast, it's time to say a fond arrivederci to Rome, Italy and your travel companions as you return home with wonderful memories of this magnificent destination. Accommodations: |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
