Treasures of Italy Tour with 95 Reviews by Insight Vacations

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5 - 99 yrs

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English

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Easy

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Rome, Italy

Venice, Italy

Highlights

Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, where Ancient Roman political life and law courts mingled with open-air markets and shops.

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

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

Capri: Discover the luxuriant Gardens of Augustus with a Local Expert and admire views of the Faraglioni rocks.

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

Itinerary

Italy’s treasures await on this 11-day museum and gallery visits tour, 'Treasures of Italy,' from Rome to Venice. Explore the Eternal City with a local expert, tour the Vatican Museums and Colosseum, and cruise to Capri’s Caesar Augustus Gardens. In Venice, wander St. Mark’s Square, enjoy a serenaded gondola ride, and celebrate on Burano island with local specialties. This guided group trip’s unique appeal lies in its combination of world-class art, iconic landmarks, and authentic Italian cuisine, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking a comprehensive Italian experience.

Day 1Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome

Day 2Vatican City and Rome with a Local

Day 3Ancient Pompeii and on to the Isle of Capri / Sorrento

Day 4The Isle of Dreams

Day 5The Autostrada del Sole to Florence

Day 6Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance

Day 7Cinque Terre and Portofino to Santa Margherita

Day 8Lake Maggiore

Day 9To Venice With Wine Along the Way

Day 10Venice and the Magic of La Serenissima

Day 11Arrivederci Venice

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Accommodation

Golden Tulip Rome Piram HotelIsabella, Sorrento, Hotel San Michele, Regina Cristina, CapriHotel San Michele, Regina Cristina, CapriNH Firenze, Florence HotelBest Western Regina Elena, Santa Margherita Ligure HotelGrand Hotel Dino, BavenoHilton Molino Stucky, Venice 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)Burano: Cruise to the charming fisherman's island of Burano to enjoy a delicious dinner with wine and new-found friends.

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

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.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.

Others

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.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Italian Lakes: For your Dine-Around Evening, you are offered a selection of hand-picked local restaurants to choose from, each with its own distinctive ambience and cuisine.Lake Iseo: Learn about this historic winery, passed down through the generations, and taste its latest vintages.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.Vatican City: Visit the Vatican Museums, witness the genius of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel and see St. Peter's Basilica.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. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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