Italy Express

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7 Days | 1 Country | 5 Cities

Explore the best treasures of Italy, see Colosseum and visit Vatican, discover magnificent Duomo in Florence, take a picture with Leaning Tower of Pisa and enjoy a romantic gondola ride through the canals of Venice.

7 Days | 1 Country | 5 Cities

Explore the best treasures of Italy, see Colosseum and visit Vatican, discover magnificent Duomo in Florence, take a picture with Leaning Tower of Pisa and enjoy a romantic gondola ride through the canals of Venice.

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Whats Included:

  • Rome Orientation Walk: Explore the heart of the Eternal City on foot, visiting the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain for good luck, feel the echoes of history in the Forum, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Rome’s piazzas.

  • St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City: Step inside one of the world’s most important religious sites and admire the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica. Gaze up at Michelangelo’s soaring dome, marvel at Bernini’s ornate altar, and experience the awe of Renaissance artistry at its finest.

  • Renaissance Florence: Discover the birthplace of the Renaissance on a guided walk through Florence. Admire the intricate façade of the Duomo, stroll across the Ponte Vecchio with its glittering jewelry shops, and feel the city’s artistic soul in every historic square and palace.

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa: Travel to Pisa to see the iconic Leaning Tower, one of Italy’s most photographed landmarks. Hear the fascinating stories of its construction, test your creativity with playful perspective photos, and enjoy the lively square that surrounds it.

  • Venice Gondola Ride: Experience the romance of Venice as you glide through its canals on a gondola. Listen to the gondolier’s song echo against centuries-old palaces, float under the Bridge of Sighs, and admire St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace from the shimmering waters of the lagoon.

  • Guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, exploring grand halls, golden mosaics, and the famous Bridge of Sighs while uncovering the rich history and beauty of Venice’s most iconic landmarks.

  • Accommodation: Handpicked 4 star hotels in great locations.

  • Meals: Daily breakfasts at all hotels during the tour.

  • Transport: Train.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

  • Rome: Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Group Day Trip – 155

  • Murano and Burano Boat Tour with Glass Factory Visit – 40

UPGRADES

  • Hotels 5 stars - price on request

  • Private tours - price on request

Day 1-3 Rome

Arrival before 11am. On Day 1 enjoy a walking tour in Rome to see Spanish Steps and Trevi fountain, visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Capitoline Hill, Piazza Venezia, the Pantheon from the outside, and Piazza Navona and learn fascinating details about Roman history from your expert guide. On Day 2 visit St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican, the Renaissance-style church with its dome that dominates the skyline of Rome. See Michelangelo's Pietà and the Bernini masterpieces and learn more about Papal Basilica from your local guide. 

Hotel: Mercure Rome Colosseum Centre or similar.

Day 3-5 Florence

Travel by train to Florence. Join our local guide for a walking tour around Florence, see the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, the medieval Ponte Vecchio and the Medici Chapels. In the evening head to Piazzale Michelangelo for the best view of Florence at the twilight. This is the iconic place to watch the sunset over Florence. On Day 4 discover Tuscany and visit its medieval sites on a guided tour from Florence. You’ll explore the World Heritage Site of San Gimignano, Pisa, and Siena, and experience wine tasting in a winery in Chianti.

Hotel: TCH Florence or similar.

Day 5-7 Venice

Take a train to Venice. Explore the heart of Venice on a guided tour of the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Step inside the opulent palace that once housed the rulers of the Venetian Republic, wander through its grand halls and ornate chambers, and cross the famous Bridge of Sighs. Continue to St. Mark’s Basilica to admire its glittering mosaics, golden domes, and breathtaking Byzantine architecture, uncovering the rich history and splendor of Venice’s most iconic landmarks. The next day enjoy a gondola ride along Grand Canal and minor canals around San Marco Square and Rialto Bridge. Consider some optional activities to see the colourful fishermen's houses on the Islands of Murano and Burano, the Accademia Gallery or Guggenheim museum on a guided tour. 

Hotel: NH Venezia Santa Lucia or similar.

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General FAQ

  • You will be traveling without tour groups and nerving tour leaders. A local English speaking guide will meet you at each city along the way, and we’ll take care of pesky stuff like transport, accommodation, city tours and other activities but the rest is up to you.

  • If you are travelling solo, then a single supplement is mandatory and you will get your own room at our designer’s hotels. We do not offer shared rooms with other travelers that you are not acquainted with. Please click "Book Now" to see the price.

  • Yes, it’s possible to customize the adventure to fit you just right. We can add more days to the tour and add/change cities on the itinerary, add extra sightseeing tours, just let us know where you would like to go and we will do the rest.

  • Every tour includes 4/5 star hotel accommodation, transportation by train or plane, sightseeing tours and entrance tickets.