Italian Highlights

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9 daysDuration

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2 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

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Rome, Italy

Venice, Italy

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Highlights

Stroll through Piazza del Campo, famous for its shell shape and medieval buildings in Siena

See Michelangelos David at the Galleria dellAccademia, a Renaissance masterpiece in Florence

Enjoy Bolognese cuisine, renowned for its rich flavors and recipes in Bologna

Visit the Scrovegni Chapel to view Giottos frescoes with vibrant detail in Padua

Cruise the Grand Canal to experience Venices iconic architecture and enchanting waterways

Itinerary

Indulge your senses on the "Italian Highlights" self-guided city sightseeing tour, a nine-day independent journey perfect for those who savor leisurely exploration and culinary delights. Depart from Rome, driving through Orvieto’s Gothic splendor and the sweet-scented hills of Perugia, the home of world-famous Baci chocolates. Tuscany’s scenic roads lead you to Montalcino and Bagno Vignoni, where spa traditions and local wines beckon.

Sample Pecorino cheese in Pienza and enjoy tastings in Montepulciano and the Chianti region before reaching Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Bologna’s gastronomic scene is next, with a visit to Modena’s vinegar factories and Parma’s culinary treasures. Explore the historic city of Ferrara and the artistic riches of Padua, including Giotto’s frescoes and the Basilica of St. Anthony.

The grand finale is Venice—sail a gondola along its storied canals and let the magic of the lagoon captivate you. The unique highlight of this trip is its self-drive format, blending freedom and comfort with curated experiences in Italy’s most evocative regions. Accommodations, transport, and select meals are arranged for a seamless adventure.

day 1Rome Arrival - Orvieto - Perugia - Siena Area

Upon arrival at Rome–Fiumicino International Airport \"Leonardo da Vinci\" make your own way to the car rental office to pick up your vehicle and depart for Orvieto. Here you will have free time to visit the town; do not miss the majestic Gothic Cathedral and St Patrick’s Well. Then continue to Perugia, a city rich in history and monuments and home of the Baci, the world-famous chocolate sweets with love phrases in their wraps. End your day in the Siena region.
Overnight in the Siena region

day 2Siena Area - Montalcino - Pienza - Siena Area

day 3Siena Area - Chianti - San Casciano - Florence

day 4Florence - Bologna

day 5Bologna - Parma - Modena - Bologna

day 6Bologna - Ferrara - Padua

day 7Padua - Venice - Padua

day 8Padua - Venice

day 9Venice -

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Accommodation

08 nights accommodation on a twin/double sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

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Daily buffet breakfast

Transport

One driver (drivers must be at least 25 years old)

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Car rental for 08 days including:Pick up in Rome and drop off at Venice International AirportCompact Manual transmission- Peugeot 208 or similar (Automatic transmission available for extra fees)Unlimited mileageTheft Protection. Unwaivable charges may applyCollision Damage Waiver Reduction (CDW). Unwaivable charges may applyAll local applicable taxes

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Itinerary

day 1Rome Arrival - Orvieto - Perugia - Siena Area

day 2Siena Area - Montalcino - Pienza - Siena Area