Highlights
Fast Track Entrance to the Vatican Museums
Explore Rome, Florence, Meteora monasteries, Delphi and Athens
Visit the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, Piazzale Michelangelo and Piazza della Signoria in Florence, a glassblowing factory in Venice, the monasteries of Meteora, the Temple of Apollo in Delphi and the Acropolis in Athens
View the ancient sites of Rome, the Duomo and Baptistery in Florence, the Doge's Palace and the Basilica in Venice and the Parthenon, Royal Palace and the Temple of Zeus in Athens
See Hadrian's Arch in Athens
Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
Rome: Enjoy an after-hours visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin. Get up close to the legendary Mouth of Truth, an ancient Roman marble mask said to bite any liar who places their hand in the mask’s mouth. Dare to test the legend yourself and take one of the city’s most coveted photos.
Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
Rome: Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo and Botticelli at the Vatican Museums.
Rome: In the Vatican City visit St. Peter's Basilica. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.
Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft.
Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
Florence: The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light on this visit to the 12th-century Castello del Trebbio. Meet Anna and Alberto, enjoy a traditional Tuscan buffet, explore the cellars, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting.
Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
Rome: Enjoy an after-hours visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin. Get up close to the legendary Mouth of Truth, an ancient Roman marble mask said to bite any liar who places their hand in the mask’s mouth. Dare to test the legend yourself and take one of the city’s most coveted photos.
Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
Rome: Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo and Botticelli at the Vatican Museums.
Rome: In the Vatican City visit St. Peter's Basilica. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.
Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft.
Meteora: With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
Delphi: With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
Athens: Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
Florence: The Pazzi and de Medici feud is brought to light on this visit to the 12th-century Castello del Trebbio. Meet Anna and Alberto, enjoy a traditional Tuscan buffet, explore the cellars, and indulge in olive oil and wine tasting.
Itinerary
Rome and Athens serve as the vibrant bookends to your Best of Italy and Greece adventure—a 10-day city sightseeing tour crafted for sophisticated travelers eager to immerse themselves in Mediterranean grandeur. Wander through Rome’s storied streets, admire Florence’s artistic legacy, and marvel at the monasteries of Meteora perched atop Greek cliffs. Stand at the ancient site of the world’s most important oracle, and let each destination reveal its unique heritage. This guided trip includes hotel stays, transport, meals, and expert-led tours, ensuring your journey is as comfortable as it is enlightening. The trip’s unique selling point? A seamless blend of Italy’s Renaissance treasures with Greece’s classical wonders, offering a rare chance to experience two iconic cultures in one well-paced tour package.
day 1Ciao Rome
Benvenuti a Roma! Open your heart to a whirlwind of antiquities and local flavours. Join your Travel Director for an introduction to the 'Eternal City' this evening and enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers.
day 2Discover Ancient Rome
day 3Journey to Renaissance Florence
day 4Venture to Venice (Mestre)
day 5Explore the Floating City
day 6Onwards to Greece
day 7Monasteries of Meteora on the Way to Kalambaka
day 8Onwards to Legendary Delphi
day 9Off to Historic Athens
day 10Farewell Athens
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Customer Reviews
This trip was wonderful - we got to see so many things.
Well organized, we were well informed of the places we went. Our Travel Director was I believe an expert in history. There was never a dull moment. Ii would highly recommend a group tour with Trafalgar. Planning our next trip.
The hotels you chose were cheap quality. For the amount of money I spent on this trip, I expected the accommodations to be much better. We didn’t even get to go inside the Coliseum or the Pantheon. I just feel like for the amount of money spent on this trip, it could have been much better.
This was as advertised! There may be others who offer "best of" tours, but Trafalgar really delivered. We enjoyed every stop on this tour. Saw many awesome sights, much history & made many memories.
The first 3 days we walked 15.5 miles.
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