The Italian Discovery Tour
- Tour ID: ITA5
- Duration: 9 Days/8 Nights
- Transportation: Included
- Guide: English
- From: Rome
- To: Rome
- Hotels: 3 and 4 Stars Hotels
- Meals / Breakfast
Enjoy the Adventure
Experience the heart of Italy on this fully guided 9-day “Italian Discovery” tour, starting and ending in Rome. Travel through iconic cities like Florence, Venice, and Rome while exploring the sun-kissed Amalfi Coast and charming Tuscan landscapes. Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces, ancient ruins, and stunning natural beauty. This immersive journey balances structured tours with free time to savor the culture, cuisine, and ambiance of Italy. With expertly curated accommodations, guided tours, and local experiences, this is your chance to uncover the true essence of Italy.
Itenirary
Upon arrival at Rome International Airport, Private transfer to the hotel (In case your flight is delayed, there is no reason to worry our driver will meet you accordingly. There are no additional charges for flight delays) to the hotel where you will be greeted with a warm welcome. After checking in, enjoy some leisure time to explore Rome at your own pace. Wander through the city’s charming streets or relax and soak in the local ambiance before retiring for a restful overnight stay in the heart of
Accommodation:
Bettoja, Diana Hotel 4*
Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel, will meet you at the designated location before embarking on a Step into the Colosseum through the Gladiator’s Gate, access the Arena Floor and relish the amphitheater as the gladiators once did.
After your Colosseum tour, you’ll venture further into the heart of Rome with visits to the historic Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. While your guide reveals the secrets of Rome’s founding site, you’ll enjoy a stunning backdrop of the Colosseum, than you vill have free time for prepare for your next early morning journey, other night at the hotel.
Accommodation:
Bettoja, Diana Hotel 4*
Meal:
Daily Breakfast
Lunch and dinner:
Lunch and dinner will be purchased additionally at local restaurants directed by the guide on the route.
Visit:
Colosseum tour with Licensed local Guide
All-inclusive Access to the Colosseum Arena floor And Archaeological Park of Colosseum’s Restricted Areas
Departing at 7:15 am from the hotel St.Martin by a deluxe coach, you will arrive in Assisi, ready to explore, at your own leisure, this tiny town surrounded by walls, built in the Middle Ages. Take your time to visit the basilica of St. Francis, where you will see masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue and, then, have free time for lunch (not included). Board on the bus to reach Siena, a Unesco World Heritage Site, world-known for the Palio, the historical horse race around the shell-shaped town square: Piazza del Campo. Next, you will continue on to Florence, where you will check in at your hotel before enjoying dinner and a well-earned night of rest.
Accommodation:
Hotel Raffaello 4*
Meal included:
Dinner
Lunch:
Lunch will be purchased additionally at local restaurants directed by the guide on the route
After breakfast, you will spend the day venturing around beautiful Florence, the “Cradle of Renaissance”, where, with the help of Michelangelo, Italian art reached its pinnacle. Based on Etruscan-Roman origins, the city flourished in the Middle Ages as a free “Comune” and was further refined during the Renaissance. You will be fascinated by the uncountable monuments, churches and buildings as Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly referred to as the Duomo. On your visit, you will be amazed by its magnificent dome built by Filippo Brunelleschi. Cross a small piazza to see the “Campanile” tower (partly designed by Giotto) and the Baptistery, with its bronze doors where Michelangelo imagined the “Gates of Paradise.” In the heart of the city, you will see Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo della Signoria (also known as Palazzo Vecchio), and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Lunch in a typical Tuscan restaurant in Piazza Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon strolling the cobblestone streets of Florence on your own or take a short trip to Pisa (optional), one of the four main historical Marine Republics of Italy. There, you will tour the Piazza dei Miracoli with the Duomo, Pisa’s symbol “the Leaning Tower” and the Baptistery. Dinner at leisure, overnight stay in Florence.
Accommodation:
Hotel Raffaello 4*
Meals included:
Daily breakfast and lunch
Dinner:
Dinner will be purchased additionally at local restaurants directed by the guide on the route
After a delightful breakfast in Florence, we depart for the elegant city of Bologna. Upon arrival, the charming city center, adorned with its iconic porticos, awaits your free-time exploration. Begin your walking tour at Piazza Malpighi, leading to the heart of the city at Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore. Here, you can marvel at the historic Palazzo Podestà as well as the Basilica of San Petronio, the largest Gothic church in the world built with bricks. We will then show you why Bologna is often hailed as Italy’s gastronomic capital as you delve into its vibrant street food scene, which is as rich and diverse as its culinary heritage. Meandering through the city’s medieval streets, you will encounter a delightful array of food stalls and markets, each offering a mouthwatering selection of both traditional and contemporary treats. As you explore the charming alleys and bustling piazzas, you will immerse yourself in a culinary adventure that goes beyond just a meal. With a street food light lunch experience at a local eatery offered by us, this is your chance to savor the authentic flavors and unique dishes that define Bologna’s renowned gastronomic identity. Later in the afternoon, we continue our journey to Venice (Mestre). Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a restful overnight stay.
Accommodation:
Delfino 4*, Tritone 4
Meals included:
Daily breakfast and lunch
After breakfast, enjoy your transfer to Piazza San Marco, and visit the most iconic places of the “Floating City”: the Palazzo dei Dogi, symbol of Venice’s glorious past, the legendary “Bridge of Sighs”. After the walking tour, allow us to treat you to a spritz or a prosecco, as a delightful conclusion to your visit to the highlights of Venice, in the company of your tour leader. While you sit comfortably and savor your drink, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy a taste of the famous “cicchetti,” a Venetian variation of tapas (light lunch). Spend the afternoon roaming along Venice’s canals at your leisure and then return to the hotel and overnight.
Accommodation:
Delfino 4*, Tritone 4
Meals included:
Daily breakfast and lunch
After breakfast, departure from Piazzale Roma heading to Tuscany, world-known for its landscapes, its churches and castles and its delicious wines. You will proceed to Val di Chiana with a stop in Montepulciano, a medieval town rich in history and art. Known for its “Nobile” wine, on purchase in local wine houses, Montepulciano also offers stunning panoramic views and a rich cultural heritage. Lunch in a typical restaurant included!!! After lunch, quick stop to spend some free time. In the evening, you will arrive in Rome, Self transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation:
Bettoja, Diana Hotel 4*
Meals included:
Daily breakfast and lunch
Make the most of your time and enjoy three of the most famous and beautiful sites in Italy in a single day trip from Rome. In a comfortable, air-conditioned coach you will be led by our dedicated and enthusiastic tour guide to discover the wonders of Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Positano.
Enjoy Skip-the-Line entry to Pompeii where an expert, English speaking, local guide will bring to life the ancient city as you wander the streets that have been frozen in time since the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
Discover the beauty of the Amalfi Coast as you leisurely drive down to, arguably, the most beautiful seaside village in Italy, Positano. Here you can enjoy free time for an afternoon walk through the local shops, or simply sit back and soak in the views while sipping a limoncello.
Accommodation:
Bettoja, Diana Hotel 4*
Meal:
Daily Breakfast
Visit:
This tour is full day and costs 150eu per person
Tour guide for the day and Local guide in Pompeii
Ticket and reservation fees for Pompeii
After breakfast free time until your flight time.
Self transfer to airport flight.
Meal:
Daily Breakfast
Included
Excluded
Gallery
Map
