Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Rome, Italy
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Venice, Italy
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Florence: Join a member of the Miari Fulcis family for your Be My Guest experience on their working Tuscan estate, known for its organic olive oil and honey. Take a look around the medieval cloister and gardens before sitting down to dinner, surrounded by stories, local flavours and a setting made famous by classic films.
Venice: Savour the vibrant atmosphere of Venice during a walk through its calli to a traditional food market in the shadow of the famous Rialto Bridge.
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 with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.
Follow in the footsteps of gladiators for a deeper insight into life in ancient Rome when you enter the Colosseum.
Assisi: With a Local Specialist, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered to be one of the crowning artistic achievements of 13th-century Europe.
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.
Pisa: Visit Pisa's Square of Miracles with a Local Specialist. Learn about the history of the iconic Leaning Tower and see the ornate Bapistry and Cathedral.
Bologna: Join a Local Specialist on an exploration of Bologna. See the medieval squares and red-bricked façades of this historic city.
Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft.
Venice: Meet the passionate team from Venice Lagoon Plastic Free for an eye-opening session on protecting Venice’s iconic lagoon. You’ll discover the dramatic impact of plastic pollution on wildlife and local life, learn practical ways to make a difference, and take home your very own tools for sustainable travel – including a reusable glass bottle. Together, you’ll help reduce plastic waste and become a part of the global movement for responsible tourism. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water.
Fast Track Admission to the Vatican Museums
Explore Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Venice
Visit Vatican museums and the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
View the ancient sites in Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
Follow in the footsteps of gladiators for a deeper insight into life in ancient Rome when you enter the Colosseum.
Assisi: With a Local Specialist, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered to be one of the crowning artistic achievements of 13th-century Europe.
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.
Pisa: Visit Pisa's Square of Miracles with a Local Specialist. Learn about the history of the iconic Leaning Tower and see the ornate Bapistry and Cathedral.
Bologna: Join a Local Specialist on an exploration of Bologna. See the medieval squares and red-bricked façades of this historic city.
Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft.
Venice: Meet the passionate team from Venice Lagoon Plastic Free for an eye-opening session on protecting Venice’s iconic lagoon. You’ll discover the dramatic impact of plastic pollution on wildlife and local life, learn practical ways to make a difference, and take home your very own tools for sustainable travel – including a reusable glass bottle. Together, you’ll help reduce plastic waste and become a part of the global movement for responsible tourism. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water.
Fast Track Admission to the Vatican Museums
Explore Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, Bologna and Venice
Visit Vatican museums and the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica in Rome, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
View the ancient sites in Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
What's Included
Accommodation
Cherrypicked hotels, all tried and trustedAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Transport
Luxury airconditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Guide
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Others
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesMustsee sightseeingAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingOptional Experiences and free time
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It was a fantastic itinerary, particularly because of the flexibility to join optional outings or take an extra day to explore on your own after you have seen the primary sights. We like to explore on our own but also appreciated that the tour took care of the details for the big attractions that we did not want to miss like the Vatican and colosseum. We also appreciated the warmth wit and knowledge of our guides.
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Overall it was a great trip. However, the second hotel in Florence was not as comfortable as the first and last hotels. All three had their pluses and minuses, but were clean and had charm. The guides were personable and helpful, but on excursions could’ve allowed for more shopping time and help with suggestions and traditions. Of course they knew the areas, but the older people were more prone to getting off the beaten path. Maybe text or give out maps of the areas where we’d be left to have free time. Our bus driver was great, both helpful and professional.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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My husband and I had a great time in Italy. We enjoyed the great cities, the guided excursions, food, and the tour’s director, whom made the trip easy for us. We would love to have him as our tour director on our next adventure. Thank you for the lovely trip.
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Matthew D.Verified Traveler
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I believe we saw just about everything that defines Italy as a perennial dynasty with civilization evolving to what it is today and thousands of years old structures still dominating the landscape. Beyond belief, amazing! And as always, Trafalgar had some unexpected, grand and absolutely pleasing side jaunts to put our vacation over the top. Your travel Directors and Drivers are top notch.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
Time at Pisa was a bit rushed but I understand it's a matter of timing with the local guide.
************* is top notch! Well organized and worked hard to keep group activities on schedule despite a couple of unavoidable disruptions (one being that the Pope had a special event the morning we were to visit St Peters, but Gordon and the local guide got us there that afternoon anyway).
Most importantly, Gordon is sincere. His dedication to do a great job shows through. We'd book a tour with him in future if at all possible.
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Itinerary
Rome, Florence and Venice are the stars of the show on the most incredible of Italy trips. This unforgettable trio features exploring the calli, ancient Roman ruins and the artistry of great masters. But that’s not all, as you’ll also get to dine with an Italian family in their beautiful Tuscan villa.
day 1 - Welcome to Rome
You're in for a bellissimo journey through the spectacular cities of Italy, which kicks off in the 'Eternal City' of Rome. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a delightful dinner. Your introduction to la dolce vita begins with an orientation drive past Rome's most magnificent sights.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Rome
Accommodation:Grand Palatino
day 2 - Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Dive Into Culture
This morning, join your Local Specialist for a very special experience in the smallest nation on earth - Vatican City. Explore the extraordinary collections of the Vatican Museums and stand beneath Michelangelo's sublime ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Admire the artistry of great masters and walk in the footsteps of popes who have found peace within the walls of this enclave for centuries. Visit the expansive St. Peter's Basilica admiring the ethereal artistry of Michelangelo's Piet. Cross the Tiber and venture into Ancient Rome to visit the Colosseum.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Rome, Vatican City, Rome
Accommodation:Grand Palatino
day 3 - Rome Your Way
Enjoy a full free day to explore Rome your way, or consider an Optional Experience delving into the tragic history of Pompeiithe Roman city frozen in time by the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Your Local Specialist will bring its ancient story to life before you return to Rome, passing by the Abbey of Monte Cassino, a site of fierce fighting during the Second World War.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Rome
Accommodation:Grand Palatino
day 4 - Admire Assisi and on to Florence
Journey north through the rolling hills of Umbria to the birthplace of St. Francis of Assisi. Here, your Local Specialist will share the story of this revered figure during a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, the final resting place of this famous saint and home to a wonderful series of frescoes by Giotto. Later, continue your journey through the scenic Tuscan countryside to Florence. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a Be My Guest experience, set against the backdrop of picture-perfect olive groves and vineyards.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Rome, Assisi, Florence
Accommodation:FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
day 5 - Discover Renaissance Florence
Enjoy a leisurely encounter with the artistic and architectural marvels of Florence during your walking tour with a Local Specialist. Visit the striking Piazza della Signoria with its impressive sculptures and palazzi. Amble through the charming cobblestone lanes to the multi-coloured marble Duomo and Baptistery, before admiring the scenic view of the Ponte Vecchio straddling the Arno River. Spend the rest of the afternoon sauntering through Florence's historic centre, shopping for the high-quality leather the city is famous, or admiring the artistic contribution of the Medici at every turn.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Florence
Accommodation:FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
day 6 - Uncover Pisas Treasures Connect with Locals
After a morning at leisure in Florence, cross the fertile Arno Valley to Pisa and join a Local Specialist to visit the Square of Miracles, home to the incredible Leaning Tower and the iconic marble cathedral. See the ornate Baptistery and the Camposanto, a monumental cemetery built on sacred soil brought back from the Holy Land during the Crusades.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Florence, Pisa, Florence
Accommodation:FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
day 7 - Journey to Bologna and Venice
Travel north, through the Apennines, to the medieval city of Bologna, perhaps best known for the delicious pasta sauce that bears its name. Your sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist includes views of the Kissing Towers, which lean towards each other, seemingly poised to embrace. Then it's off to the romantic island city of Venice with its rich cultural and artistic heritage. Spend time at leisure gliding along its enchanting canals in a gondola or wander through the city's labyrinthine lanes, over bridges and into quiet campi.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Florence, Bologna, Venice
Accommodation:Amadeus, Principe
day 8 - Cruise Venices Canals
Savour the iconic and unexpected highlights of Venice as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square to admire the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian churches, Customs House, St. Mark's Basilica and the ornate Doge's Palace. This afternoon, enjoy a visit to one of the city's last remaining studios where you'll gain insights into the delicate Venetian art of glassblowing. Spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure admiring this city on water or consider an Optional Experience to the island of Burano where colourful fishermen's homes line the canals.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Venice
Accommodation:Amadeus, Principe
day 9 - Experience Daily Life in Venice Make Travel Matter
Meet a passionate lagoon conservationist for an engaging discussion on safeguarding environmental conditions in Venice during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience. Sites made famous in poetry, song and prose are explored today when you join a Local Specialist for a walking tour along the canals to the famous Rialto Bridge, where all the flavours of Italy come to life at a centuries-old food market. Amble through the narrow calli of Venice and admire the beautiful architecture. Walk over the Rialto Bridge before spending the rest of the day discovering the sights of your choice. Your love affair with Italy's great Italian cities comes to an end this evening as you enjoy dinner.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Venice
Accommodation:Amadeus, Principe
day 10 - Farewell Venice
For now, it's time to say a fond arrivederci to Italy and newfound friends who have shared in the memorable sights, sounds and flavours.
