Being one of the most alluring cities on the planet and a dream destination for many adventurers, enchanting Venice represents an epicenter of romance.
One of the most romantic and beautiful cities welcomes you! Venice will charm you at a first glance! After arrival, your private water-taxi transfers you to the hotel for the check-in.
The rest of the day is at your own disposal so you could relax after a long journey.
No meals included.
Following breakfast, you're met by your private guide in the lobby and set forth to a wonderful walking city tour of all the important highlights.
You start with a visit to St. Mark's Basilica with the amazing Pala D'Oro altar. Then you move to enjoy the best panoramic views of St. Mark's Basilica Square at Loggia dei Cavalli.
The magnificent Doges Palace is next on your tour hallmarks list. You cross the Bridge of Sighs, visit the old prisons and luxurious Palace's chambers.
After the tour, you return to the hotel to relax. The rest of the day is at your leisure or you can go on an optional gondola ride.
Breakfast is included.
Today is dedicated to exploring and enjoying Venice individually. We advise you to see the Peggy Guggenheim Collection or join our carefully planned optional day trip to the islands of Murano & Burano.
In the afternoon on a private water-taxi, you go to the railway station. Enjoy your 2-hour ride to your next destination onboard a comfortable and modern Venice to Florence train. And when you arrive, your private driver meets you at the train station to transfer you to the hotel for the check-in. The rest of the evening is yours to relax.
Breakfast is included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure amazing stay and experience for you.
Enjoy a fast and comfortable journey on a modern Italian train and reach your destination in no time! All the necessary amenities, such as power sockets, plenty of luggage space, and free WiFi are provided.
Often called an open-air museum, the cradle of Renaissance hides surprises at every corner and would definitely become an icing on the cake of any Italy vacation.
After energizing with a delightful breakfast in your hotel, you meet with your private guide to set off on an inspiring walking tour of Florence's most famous hallmarks.
The programs includes exploration of the Piazza del Duomo and a visit to the Baptistery dedicated to St. John the Baptist.
Your ticket to the Grande Museo del Duomo allows you to visit the other magnificent monuments of Piazza del Duomo in your free time within 72 hours: the Cathedral itself, the famous Dome, the Bell Tower, and the Cathedral Museum with works by Michelangelo and Donatello.
Passing through the heart of the historical center and admiring such landmarks as Piazza della Repubblica and the Strozzi Palace, you proceed to the city's main square. Tornabuoni, one of the most beautiful streets of the city, with its excellent shops is also on your way.
Before entering the Oltrarno district where diverse local craftsmen shops and the beautiful Santo Spirito Church and Convent are located, you cross over the Arno River on the Ponte Vecchio. This part of the city holds an early work of Michelangelo dating back when he was 17.
On tour, we also visit the Galleria dell'Accademia with Michelangelo's famous colossal statue of David, a must-see in Florence.
After the tour return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at your own leisure.
Breakfast is included.
The whole day is at your disposal to discover magnificent Florence on your own! Have breakfast and go on independent sightseeing, shopping or just relax.
If you decide to go on sightseeing, we recommend you to visit the Uffizi Gallery, the Pitti Palace or join one of our carefully planned optional tours.
- Optional tour: Tuscany Wine Trail, Florence
- Optional tour: Day Trip to Pisa & Lucca
- Optional tour: Uffizi Gallery Tour, Florence
After the free day in Florence, enjoy a safe and fast journey to Rome as the Florence to Rome train takes only around an hour and a half to complete its route.
Breakfast is included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure amazing stay and experience for you.
Choose train travel to reach your next destination - the bustling Italian capital. Taking you to Rome, the fully-equipped train ensures a fast and comfortable journey.
"All roads lead to Rome" describes this magnificent city in the best way. Rome, the city of the famous Italian masters of Renaissance, awakens a storm of different feelings from amaze to inspiration.
Prepare yourself for a trip to the Eternal City, Rome! After breakfast in your Florence hotel, you check out and then you are transferred to the railway station. In about 1.5 hour you arrive at this magical city. Your driver meets you and takes you to your central hotel where your private guide is waiting for you. Together you set off on a tour to explore the famous hallmarks of the Eternal City.
On your adventure, you see the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers, as well as observe the masterpieces by Bernini, Borromini, and many others.
After the tour, you return to your hotel and you have the evening at leisure.
Breakfast is included.
Meet the morning with a delightful breakfast and then meet your guide to explore the famous Eternal City on a walking tour. Situated on low ground between the Palatine and Capitoline hills, the iconic Roman Forum is your first stop. Built around the 3rd century A.D., the landmark served as the center of politics and rituals.
Today you behold the historical remnants of ancient Rome such as the Temple of Caesar and the Arch of Septimius Severus, as well as the neighboring site of the city’s first settlements, Palatine Hill.
Of course, the legendary Colosseum, the symbol of Rome. The biggest building of its kind in the Roman Emire and an arena for gladiators' fights is your next travel point. Basically known as Flavius amphitheater, it could hold up to 70 thousand spectators.
After the tour, your guide takes you back to the hotel and you have the evening at leisure.
Breakfast is included.
Following breakfast, your guide meets you and walks you to the world’s smallest independent state, Vatican*. In the Vatican, you visit private apartments of Julius II, Pinecone Courtyard, Gallery of the Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries and Gallery of Candelabra.
The Sistine Chapel is your next point, where you admire Michelangelo's famous frescoes and learn about the history behind them.
Have a coffee break and continue your journey to St. Peter’s Basilica with a fascinating Pieta, a famous work of Renaissance sculpture by Michelangelo, and Bernini's impressive Papal Canopy, the Barberini family legacy left to the Basilica.
Your tour ends in St. Peter’s Square, where Michelangelo's Dome is located as well as the gorgeous architecture works by Bernini.
After the tour of the Vatican, you enjoy a free walk to the hotel together with your guide having a photo stop at the legendary Castel Sant'Angelo, which in due times served as a mausoleum, a fortress, refuge and a prison.
When you return to the hotel, you have the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the beauty of Rome on your own.
- Please note: the Vatican is a sacred religious place thus the dress code for visiting should be applied just as when you visit any church in Italy: no shorts – no uncovered knees and shoulders, no backpacks. Due to religious services St. Peters Basilica may be spontaneously closed, thus entrance to St. Peters Basilica may not be guaranteed.
Breakfast is included.
It is the final day of your marvelous journey to Italy! After having breakfast your driver meets you at the hotel lobby and transfers you to the airport. Have a safe flight! We hope to work on your future vacations!
- Recommended extension: If you would like to extend your Italian vacation, continue exploring its wonders with our extension to Naples or the Amalfi coast. Contact your specialist for details.
Breakfast is included.
We carefully select hotels to ensure amazing stay and experience for you.
What's included
- Accommodation at remarkable centrally located 4 or 5-star hotels in Venice, Florence & Rome;
- Delicious breakfasts at your hotels;
- Airport transfers and all transportation according to the itinerary with private drivers;
- 1st class train tickets Venice - Florence and Florence - Rome;
- Sightseeing tours with private professional English-speaking guides in Venice, Florence, Rome;
- All tourist fees & taxes, including tourist city taxes;
- Support line during the trip.
Note: we include 1 vehicle for your arrival and departure transfers. If multiple vehicles are required additional transfer costs will apply.
Important: Tourist city taxes are applied in Italy and some hotels cannot receive payment for the city tax beforehand, therefore you might need to pay additional fees on the spot. The fares usually range from 1-7 euros.
Not included: international flights, multiple arrival/departure transfers, other meals not mentioned in the program, optional tours and services, all personal expenses.
Tour Highlights
- Fully tailor-made program according to your interest;
- Your own professional local guides;
- 1st class high-speed train transportation between cities;
- Full flexibility of hotel options;
- Guided visit to the oldest open-air Rialto market in Venice;
- Guided tour inside Florence Baptistery and Galleria dell'Accademia;
- Comprehensive city tour of Rome with guided tours inside Colosseum and Vatican City;
- Relaxed pace with at least a 2-nights stay in each city with sufficient time to immerse yourself in the local culture.
What To Know
- You can expect to find some shops and restaurants closed from 1-4 p.m. as it is "Riposo" time, Italy’s midday siesta. Most places will be also closed on Sundays
- Most restaurants won’t open until 7 p.m. or later
- Tipping in restaurants is included in the bill, the cover charge is called ”coperto”. A charge from $1 to $3 will be noted on the menu
- Make sure you have coins, in Italy you will be typically charged from 1 to 2 Euros to enter a public restroom
