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Rome, Italy
Palermo, Italy
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Guillia put a great self-drive tour together for us and Susana looked after us as we travelled.
(Even when we got lost)
The car and accommodation was good and the guides patient and informative.
Only issue we had was parking in small villages, garages, and cities.
Apart from the parking we had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, thank you.
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.
Pisa: Your Local Expert will show you the baptistery bristling with marble spines, and the colonnaded bell tower lurching behind the 11th-century cathedral - the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles.
Cinque Terre: Led by your Local Expert, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site with dedicated time to explore one of the charming fishing villages.
Portofino: Visit this elegant fishing village and admire the coloured houses and yachts moored in the harbour.
Lake Maggiore: Experience the charming traditional social ritual of la passeggiata in the Italian Lake District. All across Italy, in cities, towns and villages people leave their houses to gently walk streets, from babies in strollers to the most senior citizens. Savour a gelato or glass of wine along the way and observe, as new romances, new babies and new shoes are all put on display. Note the ever-stylish Italians love to dress up for the occasion so feel free add a touch of flair to your outfit!
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.
Florence: Join a Local Expert 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 historic neighbourhood of the Santa Croce Basilica and witness local craftspersons at work during a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the first century.
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.
Matera: With your Local Expert explore this town that Mel Gibson chose as the setting for his film 'The Passion of the Christ.'
Alberobello: Led by a Local Expert, explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the Trulli of Alberobello. Circular structures with conical roofs that are domed within, built from local limestone and stacked without using mortar.
Messina: Cross the Straights of Messina to Sicily by ferry.
Taormina: Visit Taormina’s ancient amphitheatre with your Local Expert. Carved from honey-coloured stone and set high on the cliff, the theatre frames wide views of the Ionian Sea and the distant rise of Mount Etna through its weathered arches.
Taormina: Wander through Taormina’s limestone streets and lively boutiques with a Local Expert. Then enjoy free time along Corso Umberto and take in the broad outlook from Piazza IX Aprile, where the town opens towards sea and sky.
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.
Florence: Join a Local Expert 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 historic neighbourhood of the Santa Croce Basilica and witness local craftspersons at work during a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the first century.
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.
Matera: With your Local Expert explore this town that Mel Gibson chose as the setting for his film 'The Passion of the Christ.'
Alberobello: Led by a Local Expert, explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing the Trulli of Alberobello. Circular structures with conical roofs that are domed within, built from local limestone and stacked without using mortar.
Messina: Cross the Straights of Messina to Sicily by ferry.
Taormina: Visit Taormina’s ancient amphitheatre with your Local Expert. Carved from honey-coloured stone and set high on the cliff, the theatre frames wide views of the Ionian Sea and the distant rise of Mount Etna through its weathered arches.
Taormina: Wander through Taormina’s limestone streets and lively boutiques with a Local Expert. Then enjoy free time along Corso Umberto and take in the broad outlook from Piazza IX Aprile, where the town opens towards sea and sky.
What's Included
Accommodation
St. Martin, Rome HotelBest Western Regina Elena, Santa Margherita Ligure HotelGrand Hotel Dino, BavenoIndigo Sant'Elena, Venice HotelHilton Garden Inn Florence Novoli HotelIsabella, Sorrento HotelGrand Hotel La Chiusa di Chietri, AlberobelloBaia Taormina, Marina di Forza DAgrò HotelFederico II Central Palace, Palermo 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 (x8)Breakfast (x16)Rome: Savour dinner at a uniquely Roman restaurant, offering a perfect exploration of Lazio's typical flavours.Florence: Enjoy a traditional Bistecca alla Fiorentina steak dinner paired with delicious local wine, a specialty not to be missed.Alberobello: Enjoy a freshly prepared Farm-to-Table meal featuring recipes and flavours typical of the region.Palermo: Experience local customs as you delve into tantalising flavours and rustic dishes served with local wine.
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
Hand 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.
What's Excluded
Itinerary
Let Italy’s artistry and flavors sweep you away on the 'Grand Italy & Sicily' wine tasting tour, stretching 17 days from Rome to Palermo. Marvel at the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, explore Rome’s Colosseum, and cruise the colorful villages of Cinque Terre. Savor steak and local wines in Florence, sail from Sorrento to Capri for breathtaking Mediterranean views, and meet a restaurateur in Alberobello for a farm-to-table meal. With experiences led by local experts and a focus on regional cuisine, this tour package offers an unmatched exploration of Italy’s artistic, culinary, and scenic masterpieces.
day 1Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome
Welcome to Rome, a glorious city filled with classical 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
St. Martin, Rome
day 2Vatican City and Rome with a Local
day 3Pisa and Santa Margherita Ligure
day 4The Charms of the Cinque Terre
day 5Lake Maggiore
day 6On to Venice
day 7Venice and the Magic of La Serenissima
day 8A Scenic Journey to Florence
day 9Florence, Birthplace of the Renaissance
day 10Ill-fated Pompeii and on to Sorrento
day 11Capri, the Isle of Dreams
day 12Sassi di Matera and Alberobello
day 13The Trulli of Alberobello
day 14Alberobello to Sicily
day 15The Dawn Coast of Europe to Palermo
day 16Palermo, Capital of Sicily
day 17Depart Palermo
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Fast paced and you cover a lot of ground but the tour ticks all the boxes as far as a very good overview of the key places to visit in Italy.
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Jennifer H.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
It was pretty busy, but some free time was provided to explore individual interests.
Time on the bus was sometimes good recovery time! Napping and escaping from the heat.
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Deborah S.Verified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
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Emily G.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Very active and on the go tour. Many beautiful and historical places visited. Extremely memorable.
Some hotels lacked simple essentials e.g tissues, shower caps.
Our Tour Director was exceptionally organised, helpful, knowledgeable and her professionalism made our trip extremely enjoyable. She always surprised us with a little treat of the area we visited or came up with a game to liven the atmosphere.
Our driver is the safest and best driver I will ever come across.
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Michael S.Verified Traveler
4.0 | Very Good
I would have liked a little more time for lunch and not be rushed when at rest stops
