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With its magnificent architecture, beautiful landscapes, sumptuous cuisine, ancient ruins, and brilliant art, Italy is a country like no other. On this affordable Italy’s Best tour, you’ll experience all of this and more.
One of the tour’s highlights is the excursion to the Cinque Terre – five medieval seaside villages. The area is noted for its natural beauty with terraces built into the mountainside on cliffs that drop down into the sea. Delight in the unique charm of the area and take in the breathtaking views.
On your journey through Tuscany, watch the undulating hills, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages. More breathtaking scenery awaits at Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes. Located on the edge of the Swiss Alps, it’s the perfect place to relax and soak in the beauty.
From here, you’ll even take an excursion to Lugano, a lake-side town in Switzerland. Witness breathtaking views of the crystal-clear, blue sea in the relaxing town of Sorrento, and take a day trip to Capri where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves.
History comes alive on this Italy tour. Visit Pompeii, which was completely buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This preserved town gives you an amazingly detailed look into ordinary life at the peak of the Roman Empire. In Rome, during the city sightseeing tour with a local guide, you’ll see the main sights, as well as Vatican City with St Peter’s Basilica.
In Genoa, boasting Europe’s largest medieval historical centre, see the remains of the city’s 17th-century fortifications. Visit St Francis’ Basilica in Assisi, a medieval town set in the Umbrian hills. Guided city sightseeing tours are planned in Rome, Florence, and Genoa. Your visit to Venice includes a boat trip to St Mark’s square to see the maze of canals forming this unique romantic city.
These are just some of the many highlights of this affordable tour through Italy!
Highlights
ROME Guided sightseeing, see St. Peter’s Square
PISA See the Leaning Tower
FLORENCE Guided walking tour
CINQUE TERRE Excursion
GENOA Guided sightseeing
MILAN See the gothic Duomo
LUGANO, SWITZERLAND Visit
VERONA Visit
VENICE Boat ride to St. Mark’s Square, visit glassblowing workshop
RAVENNA Visit
ASSISI Guided visit St. Francis Basilica
POMPEII Guided walking tour of the excavations
CAPRI Excursion by boat
Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 13 breakfasts, 4 dinners
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY.
Day1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
ROME
Day2
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, 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. An optional visit is available to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, world famous for Michelangelo’s fresco The Last Judgment.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ROME–PISA–MONTECATINI.
Day3
Vistas of rolling hills, rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa, and take a mini-train ride to see the SQUARE OF MIRACLES and the amazing Leaning Tower. Arrive in Montecatini.
Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MONTECATINI. EXCURSION TO FLORENCE
Day4
Today, enjoy an included excursion to Florence. Your Local Guide will show you the city highlights on the walking tour. You will see Piazza Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard and Loggia dei Lanzi. To top it all, see Piazza del Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Doors of the Baptistry, known as the “Gates of Paradise".
Today’s Distance: 81 mi/ 130 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
MONTECATINI–LA SPEZIA–CINQUE TERRE–GENOA.
Day5
Travel towards La Spezia, where you’ll hop aboard the train to discover some of the five spectacular CINQUE TERRE villages. The beauty of the rugged cliffs and romantic fishing villages once inspired poet Lord Byron. From Levanto, head towards Genoa, birthplace of explorer Christopher Columbus.
Today’s Distance: 186 mi/ 300 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
GENOA–MILAN–LAKE MAGGIORE
Day6
Today’s included guided tour is an excellent introduction to Genoa. A maze of squares and alleys, the city grew around the port, a natural inlet, and boasts the largest medieval historical center in Europe. Next, head north into the plains of Lombardy, and stop in Milan to marvel at its magnificent gothic DUOMO. Then, continue to Baveno on Lake Maggiore.
Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LAKE MAGGIORE. EXCURSION TO LUGANO, SWITZERLAND.
Day7
Time to relax and get to know Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes, located on the very edge of Alpine Switzerland. On clear days, you can see the peaks of the Alps. Take advantage of the included excursion to visit Lugano in Italian-speaking Swiss Canton Ticino.
Today’s Distance: 124 mi/ 200 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
LAKE MAGGIORE–VERONA–VENICE AREA
Day8
Travel across the Po River plain, and stop in the romantic city of Verona for some time at leisure, marveling at the Roman Arena, shopping, or tasting some of the excellent local wines. Continue to the Venice area.
Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
VENICE.
Day9
Venice is more like a romantic film set than a real-life city, with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation starts with a BOAT RIDE to St. Mark’s Square, and is followed by time at leisure and a chance to watch Venetian GLASSBLOWERS fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
VENICE AREA–RAVENNA–ASSISI–ASSISI AREA.
Day10
Enjoy an interesting drive southward right across the Po Delta to Ravenna, renowned for its treasure of Byzantine mosaics, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Continue to Assisi, enclosed by ramparts and little changed since the Middle Ages. This is the town of the deeply mystical and poetic St. Francis. See the BASILICA OF ST. FRANCIS with its famous frescoes by Giotto, with history brought to life by a Local Guide. Overnight in the beautiful area of Assisi, in the heart of Umbria.
Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
ASSISI AREA–POMPEII–SORRENTO COAST.
Day11
Travel to POMPEII, where time stopped for the rich, aristocratic town with the terrible eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. On the included guided visit, see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theater, and forum. Carry on to Sorrento, set on a plateau above the waters of the Bay of Naples. Wander the winding streets lined with shops and stalls, and sit with a glass of wine, absorbing the easy-going lifestyle of this charming resort.
Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
SORRENTO AREA. BOAT TRIP TO CAPRI.
Day12
Enjoy a day trip to the legendary island, surrounded by a rocky coastline where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. The town with its pretty piazzetta, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and cozy restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. Explore on your own or take an optional island tour.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SORRENTO COAST–ROME
Day13
Today, enjoy time at leisure or visit Positano on our exciting optional excursion, before returning to Rome.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
ROME.
Day14
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
24 December departure – Christmas in Rome and New Year’s Eve in Venice, including festive dinner.
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 and port taxes
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Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Rome - Green Park Hotel Pamphili
Surrounded by a beautiful private park, Green Park Hotel Pamphili is located in a quiet area that connects one of the main highways to various streets leading to the city centre in a few minutes. It is located only 5 minutes away by bus or 15 minutes walking from the closest subway station 'Cornelia' and 10 minutes drive from the Vatican City, while Fiumicino Airport is around 20 minutes away. The hotel provides 153 rooms which are furnished with a classic and elegant design. The Hotel also provides a cosy bar, an Italian restaurant, and a brand new gym.
Location
Largo Lorenzo Mossa 4, Aurelio, Rome, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Montecatini - Settentrionale Esplanade
In the heart of Montecatini Terme offering hospitality and courtesy. The centrally located hotel has always been managed by the owners and is one of the cornerstones of the traditional hotels of Montecatini Terme. Features include a restaurant and outdoor pool.
Location
Viale Grocco 2/4 Montecatini Terme-Pt, Italy
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Montecatini - Settentrionale Esplanade
In the heart of Montecatini Terme offering hospitality and courtesy. The centrally located hotel has always been managed by the owners and is one of the cornerstones of the traditional hotels of Montecatini Terme. Features include a restaurant and outdoor pool.
Location
Viale Grocco 2/4 Montecatini Terme-Pt, Italy
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Genoa - Starhotels President
The Starhotels President is located in the heart of Genoa, a short walk away from the Fiera Fairgrounds and Brignole train station. The Corte Lambruschini Business Center can be found near the centre of the shopping street.
Location
Corte Lambruschini 4, Genoa, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Genoa - Starhotels President
The Starhotels President is located in the heart of Genoa, a short walk away from the Fiera Fairgrounds and Brignole train station. The Corte Lambruschini Business Center can be found near the centre of the shopping street.
Location
Corte Lambruschini 4, Genoa, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
Lake Maggiore - Simplon
Nestling in a magnificent ancient park of twenty thousand square meters, with its characteristic pink façade recalling the colour of the famous local marble, the Simplon is the ideal solution for guests looking for a relaxing stay.
Location
Corso Garibaldi 20, 28831 Baveno, Italy
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Lake Maggiore - Simplon
Nestling in a magnificent ancient park of twenty thousand square meters, with its characteristic pink façade recalling the colour of the famous local marble, the Simplon is the ideal solution for guests looking for a relaxing stay.
Location
Corso Garibaldi 20, 28831 Baveno, Italy
Facilities
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- 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
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 - Central Park
Location
Via Massa Turro 4, Massalubrense-Na, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Sorrento Area - Central Park
Location
Via Massa Turro 4, Massalubrense-Na, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Pool
Rome - Green Park Hotel Pamphili
Surrounded by a beautiful private park, Green Park Hotel Pamphili is located in a quiet area that connects one of the main highways to various streets leading to the city centre in a few minutes. It is located only 5 minutes away by bus or 15 minutes walking from the closest subway station 'Cornelia' and 10 minutes drive from the Vatican City, while Fiumicino Airport is around 20 minutes away. The hotel provides 153 rooms which are furnished with a classic and elegant design. The Hotel also provides a cosy bar, an Italian restaurant, and a brand new gym.
Location
Largo Lorenzo Mossa 4, Aurelio, Rome, Italy
Facilities
- Wifi
- Restaurant on site
- Bar/lounge
- Lifts
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
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