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Enjoy two nights in the Tuscan countryside, famous for medieval villages, charming towns, and the celebrated wine-growing regions. From your base, visit Siena, home of the famous palio horse race. Enjoy a walking tour of the Renaissance city center of Florence. You’ll see Piazza Signoria – the center of the city’s political life since the 14th century.
Discover the charm of Bologna, with its Medieval towers, and spend three nights in the area of Sorrento, a laid-back town with amazing views of the azure seas and cobblestone streets lined with shops and restaurants. Take the excursion to Capri, with is crystal-blue water, legendary piazzetta, and fashionable boutiques; Explore Pompeii, which was completely buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This preserved archaeological site gives you an amazingly detailed insight into ordinary life at the peak of the Roman Empire.
This Italy tour also visits Ravenna, with its Byzantine mosaics dating from the 5th century AD; Urbino, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has preserved its Renaissance appearance; Gubbio, dating to the 14th century, and Assisi, where you’ll visit the Basilica of St. Francis that houses the tomb of St. Francis. To top it all up, visit Rome, the “eternal city,” including a guided city orientation showing the main sights, from Vatican City to the Colosseum.
From the small, historic towns to the vibrant cities, this affordable Italy tour for value-minded travelers has it all!
Highlights
SIENA Piazza del Campo
TUSCAN HILLS
FLORENCE Guided walking tour
BOLOGNA Visit
VERONA Visit
VENICE Boat ride to St. Mark’s Square, visit glassblowing workshop
RAVENNA and SAN MARINO Visit
URBINO & GUBBIO Visit
ASSISI Guided tour including St Francis Basilica
CAPRI Full-day excursion
POMPEII Guided walking tour of the excavations
NAPLES Orientation
ROME Guided sightseeing, see St. Peter’s Square
Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 12 breakfasts, 6 dinners
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY.
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Italy’s ancient capital with the help of the CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
ROME–SIENA–TUSCAN HILLS.
Day2
This morning, journey to Siena, rightly considered the jewel of Tuscany. The Piazza del Campo is quite unique in shape and setting, and famous all over the world for the medieval-style Palio horse-racing event. Enjoy the beauty of the Tuscan countryside with its hillside towns and villages.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE
Day3
Spend the day at leisure or take advantage of today’s optional excursion to San Gimignano and Monteriggioni, two of Italy’s best-preserved medieval towns. Admire their towers and the countryside dotted with vineyards and olive trees.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE–FLORENCE–BOLOGNA AREA
Day4
Arrive in Florence, the “Cradle of the Renaissance.” Admire the city’s timeless beauty during the included walking tour with a Local Guide. Continue to the Bologna area.
Today’s Distance: 109 mi/ 175 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
BOLOGNA AREA–VERONA–VENICE AREA.
Day5
Spend some time visiting Bologna, Italy’s oldest university city this morning, then head for the Venice area. Stop in Verona to visit the romantic city of Shakespearian plays. You’ll have time for a stroll in the center to see the Roman Arena.
Today’s Distance: 165 mi/ 265 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VENICE
Day6
Venice is a city of unparalleled beauty and a feast of wonderful sights. View the delightful crisscrossing canals, gondolas, water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation, starts with a BOAT RIDE to St. Mark’s Square, followed by time at leisure and a visit to a typical Venetian GLASSBLOWING WORKSHOP. A variety of optional excursions is available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
VENICE AREA–RAVENNA–SAN MARINO
Day7
Travel to Ravenna, a city that preserves the richest heritage of Byzantine mosaics dating from the 5th century AD. After a stop here, continue to the tiny hilltop Republic of San Marino, one of the smallest countries in the world.
Today’s Distance: 139 mi/ 224 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SAN MARINO–URBINO–GUBBIO–ASSISI AREA
Day8
First to Urbino to see its magnificent Ducal Palace towering over the town, then on to the verdant Umbria region to visit medieval Gubbio, where the superb view of the rooftops of the town from the Consul’s Palace is a must. Continue on to Foligno.
Today’s Distance: 99 mi/ 160 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
ASSISI AREA–SORRENTO AREA.
Day9
Start the day in Assisi with a guided tour of the town, including the BASILICA OF ST. FRANCIS with its famous paintings by Giotto dating back to the 1300s. Cross the Apennines to the shores of the Mediterranean for three overnights in the picturesque Sorrento area.
Today’s Distance: 267 mi/ 430 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SORRENTO AREA. EXCURSION TO CAPRI.
Day10
Today, cross the crystal-blue waters to Capri. This legendary island, surrounded by rose-tinted rocks, has incredibly beautiful coves of translucent blues and greens. The town, with its pretty piazzetta, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and cozy restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. An optional tour takes you around the island with its steep roads and panoramic views. Return to the Sorrento Area for an overnight.
Today’s Distance: 9 mi/ 15 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SORRENTO AREA
Day11
Spend the day relaxing in the sun, explore on your own, or join an optional excursion to discover the unique beauty of Positano.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SORRENTO AREA–POMPEII–NAPLES–ROME
Day12
Leave the Sorrentine Peninsula to discover one of the most intriguing archaeological sites in the world: POMPEII. This village was caught by surprise by the Vesuvius volcanic eruption in 79 AD, and excavations have uncovered a snapshot of ordinary Roman life. Back to the present, you’ll enjoy an orientation drive of culture-rich Naples before arriving in Rome.
Today’s Distance: 173 mi/ 278 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ROME
Day13
Steeped in history, Rome is vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique. Included sightseeing with a Local Guide starts with St. Peter’s Square and Basilica. Other highlights are the iconic Colosseum, the largest amphitheater ever built and Circus Maximus. Consider an optional visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, world famous for Michelangelo’s impressive fresco of The Last Judgment.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ROME
Day14
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning
Extend your tour and see even more
On selected tours you can extend your time at the beginning or end of your holiday. To book your holiday with an extension, call us on 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
To book your holiday with an extension, call 0330 0588 237 or speak to your travel agent.
What's included
Tour only
Prefer to book your own flights and transfers? You have the freedom to do that with our Tour Only holiday option.
- Services of a tour director
- Accommodation
- Selected meals
- Free Wi-Fi on coach
- Individual audio system
Tour with flights
Let us take care of everything. Our package option includes return flights from your chosen airport, plus overseas transfers to your hotel.
- Flights
- Transfers
- Services of a tour director
- Accommodation
- Selected meals
- Free Wi-Fi on coach
- All airport taxes
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Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Rome - Hotel B&B Roma Tuscolana - San Giovanni
The Holiday Inn Express Rome San Giovanni provides a charming and relaxing atmosphere thanks to young and qualified Staff, comfortable rooms and a spacious courtyard, ideal location for relaxing at the end of a work day or after a sightseeing tour. Tasty complimentary Hot Buffet Breakfast, with choice of over 100 products, many of them freshly homemade as pastries more than scrambled eggs, bacon, salami, cheese, hot bread buffet, yoghurt, cereals and chocolate. WIFI connection is available in the entire area.
Location
Via Assisi 51, Rome, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Tuscan Hills - Hotel Villa Saulina
Location
Via Maremmana, 11, Lastra A Signa, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Tuscan Hills - Hotel Villa Saulina
Location
Via Maremmana, 11, Lastra A Signa, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Bologna Area - Living Place
Location
Via Properzia de' Rossi, 40138 Bologna, Italy
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Bologna Area - Living Place
Location
Via Properzia de' Rossi, 40138 Bologna, Italy
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Venice - Poppi
Situated on the Riviera del Brenta and founded in 1965, the hotel is still family run. Hotel Poppi offers 100 rooms and a renowned restaurant.
Location
Via Romea ,80, Venezia-Gambarare Mira, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
Venice - Poppi
Situated on the Riviera del Brenta and founded in 1965, the hotel is still family run. Hotel Poppi offers 100 rooms and a renowned restaurant.
Location
Via Romea ,80, Venezia-Gambarare Mira, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
San Marino - Titano
Situated in the heart of San Marino Republic's historical centre, part of UNESCO World Heritage, it has been the Institutional Hotel of the world's most ancient Republic since its opening, in 1894, giving hospitality to Princes, Ambassadors and important people visiting San Marino. Its central location makes of Titano Hotel the landmark of those who visit San Marino to discover its monuments, art and culture.
Location
31, Ctr Del Collegio, San Marino
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
San Marino - Titano
Situated in the heart of San Marino Republic's historical centre, part of UNESCO World Heritage, it has been the Institutional Hotel of the world's most ancient Republic since its opening, in 1894, giving hospitality to Princes, Ambassadors and important people visiting San Marino. Its central location makes of Titano Hotel the landmark of those who visit San Marino to discover its monuments, art and culture.
Location
31, Ctr Del Collegio, San Marino
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
Assisi Area - City Hotel and Suites
An 88-room modern property located in the very heart of Umbria, close to the beautiful historical city centre with easy access to Assisi, Perugia, Gubbio and Spoleto. The buffet breakfast offers homemade specialities and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.
Location
Via M. Arcamone 16, Foligno, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
Assisi Area - City Hotel and Suites
An 88-room modern property located in the very heart of Umbria, close to the beautiful historical city centre with easy access to Assisi, Perugia, Gubbio and Spoleto. The buffet breakfast offers homemade specialities and Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout.
Location
Via M. Arcamone 16, Foligno, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Coffee maker in-room
- Hairdryer
Sorrento Area - Panorama Palace
The Panorama Palace Hotel is situated on the cliffs above the sea, a few minutes from the beach of Meta di Sorrento, the first of the towns which form the Sorrentine Peninsula, and a few kilometres from the principal tourist centres Sorrento, Capri, Ischia, Procida, the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Naples, Cserta and Mt. Vesuvius. Given its position, the hotel boasts an incredible panoramic view of the winding Sorrentine coast. The hotel is managed by a local family who strive to provide an environment of informal elegance and assistance. The hotel offers all comforts and a restaurant facing the blue Gulf of Naples and the Sorrentine Coast as well as a local restaurant and a swimming pool.
Location
Piazza Scarpati, Sorrento Area, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Sorrento Area - Panorama Palace
The Panorama Palace Hotel is situated on the cliffs above the sea, a few minutes from the beach of Meta di Sorrento, the first of the towns which form the Sorrentine Peninsula, and a few kilometres from the principal tourist centres Sorrento, Capri, Ischia, Procida, the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Herculaneum, Naples, Cserta and Mt. Vesuvius. Given its position, the hotel boasts an incredible panoramic view of the winding Sorrentine coast. The hotel is managed by a local family who strive to provide an environment of informal elegance and assistance. The hotel offers all comforts and a restaurant facing the blue Gulf of Naples and the Sorrentine Coast as well as a local restaurant and a swimming pool.
Location
Piazza Scarpati, Sorrento Area, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Rome - Hotel B&B Roma Tuscolana - San Giovanni
The Holiday Inn Express Rome San Giovanni provides a charming and relaxing atmosphere thanks to young and qualified Staff, comfortable rooms and a spacious courtyard, ideal location for relaxing at the end of a work day or after a sightseeing tour. Tasty complimentary Hot Buffet Breakfast, with choice of over 100 products, many of them freshly homemade as pastries more than scrambled eggs, bacon, salami, cheese, hot bread buffet, yoghurt, cereals and chocolate. WIFI connection is available in the entire area.
Location
Via Assisi 51, Rome, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- Hairdryer
- Iron/ironing board
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