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Highlights

Rome: Explore Rome’s storied past as you see the sweeping Circus Maximus, once the largest stadium in ancient Rome and host to thrilling chariot races. Admire the Arch of Constantine, a triumphal monument built to celebrate Emperor Constantine’s victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge and gaze up at the Palatine Hill, the most central of Rome’s seven hills and the site where, according to legend, Romulus founded the city.

Rome: Visit the Colosseum, still echoing with the thronging crowds and ghostly cries of gladiatorial combat.

Florence: Enjoy a stroll through Renaissance Florence and admire the medieval buildings that gave birth to this new style of architecture.

Florence: See the historic neighbourhood of the Santa Croce Basilica and witness local craftspersons at work during a gold and leatherwork demonstration.

Pisa: During your orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery bristling with marble spines, and the colonnaded bell tower lurching behind the 11th-century cathedral - the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's artisans teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century.

Venice: Travel by boat along the Giudecca Canal as your Travel Director gives an orientation to Venice. Pass 13th to 18th-century palazzi, the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Square, an iconic introduction to the city from the water.

Venice: Glide through Venice’s canals on an iconic gondola ride, passing beneath historic bridges and past elegant palaces. Soak up the city’s romantic atmosphere as your gondolier navigates the tranquil waterways, offering a unique perspective of this timeless floating city.

Assisi: See St. Mary of the Angels Church and join your Local Expert to walk through the cobbled streets and beautifully preserved medieval laneways of this quaint town.

Assisi: With a Local Expert, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered one of the crowning achievements of Europe.

Capri: Cruise by jetfoil to this famous isle through beautiful blue Mediterranean waters.

Capri: Explore Capri town with your Local Expert and see the whitewashed houses, winding alleyways, small cafes, fashionable boutiques and artisans studios.

Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the first century.

Itinerary

Explore the best of Italy on this 11-day guided tour. In Rome, marvel at the treasures around every corner and learn about its three thousand years of history. As your travels continue along the Bay of Naples, stop on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius for lunch at a local farm still growing traditional produce unique to the region. In Florence, learn the secrets of leather making from a local leatherworker. Fall in love with Venice as you see churches and palaces from a private boat, and cruise its canals on a romantic gondola ride. Sail to Capri, where craggy mountains cascade into the Tyrrhenian Sea; a Local Expert will help you navigate its narrow alleys. Before you say arriverderci to Italy, enjoy one last experience: a private performance of popular songs and arias from some of Italy’s best loved operas during dinner.

day 1Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome

Welcome to Rome, a glorious city filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches. Settle in before joining your Travel Director and get to know your fellow travellers over Roman specialities during dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
Rome
Accommodation
Golden Tulip Rome Piram

day 2Vatican City and Rome with a Local

day 3The Chianti Hills to Florence

day 4Florence, Birthplace of the Renaissance

day 5Pisa to Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic

day 6Venice and the Magic of La Serenissima

day 7Assisi

day 8Sorrento on the coast

day 9Capri, the Isle of Dreams

day 10Pompeii and Rome

day 11Arrivederci Roma

What's Included

Accommodation
Golden Tulip Rome Piram HotelNH Venezia Santa Lucia, Venice HotelGiotto, Assisi HotelIsabella, Sorrento HotelNH Roma Centro, Rome HotelHotel 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.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).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.
Meals
Dinner (x5)Breakfast (x10)LunchRome: Savour dinner at a uniquely Roman restaurant, offering a perfect exploration of Lazio's typical flavours.Florence: Savour authentic Tuscan delights as you relax over a leisurely dinner paired with local wine in the heart of the city.Rome: Enjoy a dinner of delicious Italian cuisine and wine, accompanied by the rich tremolo of some of Italy’s best-loved songs.Vesuvius National Park: Visit Casa Barone, a small family-run farm on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius and one of the world’s only producers of Piennolo tomatoes. Learn about their commitment to sustainability and taste the flavours of this special tomato during your Farm-to-Table lunch. Casa Barone cultivates the endangered endemic food species of Piennolo tomato as well as other traditional elements of the classic Vesuvian Countryside, using cultivation methods with low environmental impact. Through their production the farm prevents the local biodiversity from disappearing. This experience advances United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Transport
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Guide
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.Florence: Join your Travel Director on a short walk to a local spot loved by residents. Sample a classic Italian treat and hear how it became a staple of the area. It’s a chance to experience the flavours locals grow up with and return to time and again.Florence: Join your Travel Director on a short walk to a local spot loved by residents. Sample a classic Italian treat and hear how it became a staple of the area. It’s a chance to experience the flavours locals grow up with and return to time and again.
Others
Starhotels TuscanyHand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Vatican City: Visit the Vatican Museums and witness the genius of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel.Florence: Stand beside Michelangelo's monumental statue, 'David', in the Accademia Gallery, and admire the exquisite technique and absorbing history behind the world's most famous sculpture.Choose between two carefully selected activitiesFlorence: Stand beside Michelangelo's monumental statue, 'David', in the Accademia Gallery, and admire the exquisite technique and absorbing history behind the world's most famous sculpture.

Customer Reviews

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good

Need 1 more day in Rome for st Peter's Basilica and the pantheon. Rest was really good.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Our first time doing a tour and we had a phenomenal experience. The itinerary was excellent, we got to experience so much of Italy. I left feeling like we got a great taste of the Italian culture. Our tour director, was extremely knowledgeable and shared so much history. When we had free time, she offered wonderful suggestions from sightseeing, to food, to shopping. Our driver was excellent at navigating so many cities and overall an amazing driver. Highly recommend this tour. We would do this again!

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Rachel C.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

You will see a lot but you won’t and don’t have time to see everything! This trip gives you a taste of the major cities and Italian history along with its beautiful culture.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Wonderful learnings , so much to se !

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

easy pace getting to see a lot of the country both well known attractions along with many smaller local attractions off the beaten paths

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