Rome, Florence & Venice
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7 days
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Italy
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Steady pace
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Classic escorted tours
Explore beautifully preserved Roman architecture and learn the ancient craft of glassblowing as you embark on this intercity adventure that unpacks some of Italy's many highlights.
At a glance
- Verona Visit the famous 13th-century balcony where Juliet is said to have stood.
- Rome Tour the city's historical highlights including St. Peter's Square.
- Venice Enjoy a leisurely gondola ride along the canals.
- Pisa Explore the architectural treasures of the world-famous Square of Miracles.
- Florence See world-class art on your guided city tour.
What's included
Price match guarantee
Find a like-for-like tour that's cheaper elsewhere and we'll match its price and give you £100 off. That's how confident we are that we offer the best possible value for money on our touring holidays.With accommodation, transfers, excursions, selected meals, private VIP home pick-up and the services of an expert Tour Director all included in the price, our escorted tour holidays are highly rated by our customers. But should you find a like-for-like tour cheaper elsewhere, we will match its price and give you a further £100 reduction.
VIP home pick-up service
You'll be picked up at home and whisked off to your departure point in a private, air-conditioned car, and we'll be waiting to take you home too.Our VIP home pick-up service is included up to 50 miles to your departure airport. Your driver will happily load and unload your luggage, and drive you to your departure terminal. At the close of your trip, you'll be welcomed by your driver in the arrivals hall and returned home again. A supplement is payable per mile over 50 miles.
Read more about our VIP home pick-up service.
Rome, Florence & Venice
Multiple itineraries are available
This itinerary changes on some dates - select your preferred departure date to see the details.
Overview
Explore beautifully preserved Roman architecture and learn the ancient craft of glassblowing as you embark on this intercity adventure that unpacks some of Italy's many highlights.
Total meals included:
- 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners
UK - Rome
Day1
Fly to Rome where you will be transferred to your hotel.
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 travellers.
Rome
Day2
Steeped in history, the “Eternal City” is vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start your guided introduction to Rome from St. Peter’s Square, the heart of the Vatican, and see other highlights such as the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Maybe take an optional tour of the Vatican Museum to discover some unique art masterpieces.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Rome - Pisa - Florence area
Day3
Vistas of rolling hills, cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and charming villages form the backdrop as you journey into the heart of Tuscany. Stop in Pisa to visit the Square of Miracles and see the legendary Leaning Tower. Then, head east to magnificent Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance.”
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Florence
Day4
Today is devoted to the wonders of Florence, starting with a guided walking tour featuring some of the city’s greatest attractions. See Piazza Santa Croce; world-famous Signoria Square; 13th-century Palazzo Vecchio with its collection of artistic masterpieces and incredible courtyards; Loggia dei Lanzi; the fantastic Duomo with Giotto’s gothic Bell Tower; and the Baptistry’s ornate bronze door known as the “Gate of Paradise."
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Florence area - Verona - Venice area
Day5
Travel north and cross the Po River to fabled Verona, setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. See Juliet’s balcony—and be sure to rub the shining breast on her statue for good luck! Also, marvel at the ancient Roman Amphitheatre, where gladiators used to fight. Built in the 1st century AD, it is now a popular venue for the world-famous opera festival and other well-known artists' performances. Continue to the Venice area for two overnights.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Venice
Day6
One of the most unique cities on Earth, Venice is a place of unmatched beauty and a feast of fantastic sites. View the delightful criss-crossing canals, the gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. Your included orientation features a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and a visit to a Venetian glassblowing workshop. Later, explore at leisure on your own, join one of our optional excursions, or just relax, sipping a cappuccino or typical Venetian drink called spritz at one of the many bars or cafés.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Venice - UK
Day7
Your tour ends today with breakfast this morning.
Transfer to the airport from your hotel for your return flight to the UK.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
Tour hotels will be as specified or alternatives of a similar standard.
- Rome: Santa Costanza
- Florence: Villa D'Annunzio or Italiana Resort or Hotel Nil
- Venice area: Antony Palace Marcon or Poppi at Mira