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Itinerary
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Stop At: Giardini Botanici Hanbury - Villa Hanbury, Ventimiglia, Italian Riviera, Liguria

Garden Hambury

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Museo Civico Archeologico Girolamo Rossi, Ventimiglia, Italian Riviera, Liguria

Archeology museum Ventimiglia

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Vieille Ville de Vintimille, Ventimiglia, Italian Riviera, Liguria

Historical center of Ventimiglia

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, Ventimiglia, Italian Riviera, Liguria

roman cathedral of old town

Duration: 20 minutes

Introduction
 The people we call Etruscans inhabited central Italy in the time of the Greeks and Romans; they belong, therefore, to history but they have left us no history themselves.
The Etruscans, indeed, ever since the Renaissance, have been enveloped in an aura of mystery. Their cities are still largely unexplored and are often scenes of that romantic and picturesque desolation which inspires the nostalgia of vanished glories while their tomb-painting, at Chiusi and elsewhere, seem to re-create the life of the people with an almost overpowering immediacy.
This tour offers our guests an opportunity to explore all aspects of Etruscan life and death, combining the passion of our archaeologist guides with special access visits to some of the more restricted tomb-painting sites.
Morning 
Leaving from Florence by luxury minibus, our morning will be spent at the scenic hill-top town of Chiusi, with its Etruscan roots (some 2500 years ago) still visible and prominent.
We will first explore every aspect of Etruscan life and death from beautiful artefacts and everyday objects in the impressive Museo Archeologico Nazionale, holding the worlds more impressive collection of Etruscan material culture.
Next, we have negotiated special access inside the Etruscan necropolis of Chiusi, including the Tomb of the Monkey, Tomb of the Lion and the Pellegrina tomb. 
Afternoon
Our afternoon begins with 'free-time' for the group allowing our guests time to eat and explore at their own pace (usually around two hours). Ovieto is a Medieval hilltop-town, within Umbria, a piece of Italy’s scenic green heartland few tourists reach. Ovieto offers excellent regional food, medieval towers and its stunning Cathedral.
We leave the best to last with a visit to the Belvedere Temple Podium, and the Etruscan cemetery of Crocifisso del Tufo which has the family name carved above the entrance to each tomb. The Etruscans believed the deceased would keep on living in the afterlife, therefore they used to build the city of the dead close to the city of the living and items were laid in the graves next to the deceased, including personal objects thought the deceased would need to lead a life in the underworld.

Itinerary

Day 1: Rome-Naples-Pompeii-Sorrento

Pass By: Piazza Venezia, Rome, Lazio
Rome Eternal City

Stop At: City of Naples, Naples, Province of Naples, Campania
Naples is one of the largest and most enchanting cities of the Mediterranean. The city dominates the homonymous gulf, which extends from the Sorrento peninsula to the volcanic area of ​​the Campi Flegrei and offers a very impressive view, with the imposing volcano Vesuvius and in the distance, three magnificent islands - Capri, Ischia and Procida - that look like little jewels born from the sea.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Pompeii - Archaeological Area., Pompeii, Province of Naples, Campania
Pompeii is one of the most significant proofs of Roman civilization and, like an open book, provides outstanding information on the art, customs, trades and everyday life of the past.
The city has re-emerged from the darkness of centuries precisely as it would have been when it was unexpectedly buried in the thick layer of ash and lava which poured down from the devastating eruption of Vesuvius. It was the year 79 A.D
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Piazza Tasso, Sorrento, Province of Naples, Campania
Sorrento is a coastal town on the Sorrento Peninsula, located in front of the Bay of Naples, in the south-western part of Italy. Built on the cliff that separates it from its crowded port, Sorrento is famous for its panoramic view of the sea and Piazza Tasso, dotted with coffee. The historic center is a maze of narrow streets
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Sorrento-Capri-Sorrento

Stop At: Piazza Tasso, Sorrento, Province of Naples, Campania
Sorrento is a coastal town on the Sorrento Peninsula, located in front of the Bay of Naples, in the south-western part of Italy. Built on the cliff that separates it from its crowded port, Sorrento is famous for its panoramic view of the sea and Piazza Tasso, dotted with coffee. The historic center is a maze of narrow streets
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Blue Grotto, Anacapri, Island of Capri, Province of Naples, Campania
Capri, the island in the Gulf of Naples, is famous for its steep territory, exclusive hotels and shopping, ranging from haute couture, limoncello, to handmade leather sandals. One of the most famous natural sites is the Blue Grotto, a dark cavity where the sea water is tinged with electric blue thanks to the presence of an underground cave that filters the sunlight
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Piazza Tasso, Sorrento, Province of Naples, Campania
Sorrento is a coastal town on the Sorrento Peninsula, located in front of the Bay of Naples, in the south-western part of Italy. Built on the cliff that separates it from its crowded port, Sorrento is famous for its panoramic view of the sea and Piazza Tasso, dotted with coffee. The historic center is a maze of narrow streets where is located the church of San Francesco.

Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Sorrento-Rome

Stop At: Piazza Tasso, Sorrento, Province of Naples, Campania
Sorrento is a coastal town on the Sorrento Peninsula, located in front of the Bay of Naples, in the south-western part of Italy. Built on the cliff that separates it from its crowded port, Sorrento is famous for its panoramic view of the sea and Piazza Tasso, dotted with coffee.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Piazza Venezia, Rome, Lazio
Rome, capital of Italy, is a large cosmopolitan city with an artistic, architectural and cultural history that has influenced the whole world and dates back to almost 3000 years ago. The ancient ruins such as the Forum and the Colosseum testify to the power of the ancient Roman Empire. In the Vatican City, home to the Catholic Church, are St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums, which house masterpieces such as the Sistine Chapel frescoed by Michelangelo.
Duration: 10 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Itinerary

Day 1: Rome- Assisi-Siena- Florence

Stop At: Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi, Assisi, Province of Perugia, Umbria
The Basilica of San Francesco since 2000 has been included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, together with a series of Franciscan sites in the Umbrian area.
The Basilica of San Francesco is the sacred place par excellence of Assisi, since here the remains of the famous saint are preserved and preserved.
The Basilica is made up of a complex of immense artistic value, both for its architectural structures and for its precious frescoes and interior decorations, which sees two different buildings blend in harmoniously.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, Tuscany
Siena, located in the heart of Tuscany and surrounded by hills, is one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Italy.
Fulcrum of the city is the famous Piazza del Campo, with its particular shell shape, in which the famous Palio is held. The Palio di Siena is a passionate horse race that takes place every year, in July and August, its origins seem to date back to the seventeenth century.
According to legend, Siena was founded by Senio, son of Remus, and in the city there are several statues depicting the legendary Romulus and Remus suckled by the wolf. Piazza del Campo is the central core of Siena since Roman times, which had their Forum here.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Florence

Stop At: Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence, Tuscany
Florence, the capital of Tuscany, hosts many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. One of the most famous places is the Duomo, the cathedral with a tiled dome designed by Brunelleschi and Giotto's bell tower. Florence with its museums, palaces and churches houses some of the most important artistic treasures of the world. The most important churches are from Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce
When you feel tired of seeing museums and art galleries, go outside and you will discover that in Florence it is also nice to just stroll through the beautiful streets of the historic center.
The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is an imposing Gothic-style church built on the site where the ancient cathedral of Florence stood, the Church of Santa Reparata, the cathedral was begun at the end of the 13th century by Arnolfo di Cambio, while the beautiful dome was added in the fifteenth century. The facade is covered with pink, white and green marbles.
Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Tuscany
Piazza della Signoria has been at the center of Florence's political life since the 14th century. The Piazza has seen the realization of important historical events and great triumphs, such as the return of the Medici in 1530. The famous sculptures located in Piazza della Signoria have references to the political affairs of Florence, with some contrasts. The David (the original is in the Accademia Gallery) was built by Michelangelo and positioned in front of the Palazzo Vecchio to symbolize the power of the Florentine Republic in contrast to the tyranny of the Medici. The Neptune (1575) of Ammannati recalls the maritime ambitions of the Medici.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Basilica di Santa Croce, Florence, Tuscany
Santa Croce, rebuilt for the Franciscan order in 1294 by Arnolfo di Cambio, is the burial place of the great and powerful of Florence: Michelangelo, Rossini, Macchiavelli and the Pisan Galileo Galilei, who was condemned by the Inquisition and who, therefore, he could not have a Christian burial until 1737, or 95 years after his death. There is also a memorial to Dante, but his sarcophagus is empty (he was buried in Ravenna, after his exile from Florence).
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Florence-Bologna-Padua-Venice

Stop At: Piazza Maggiore, Bologna, Province of Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
Piazza del Nettuno
Founded in 1565 with the aim of highlighting the statue of Neptune to which it owes its name, the square was the result of a work that saw the enlargement of the space existing between the Palazzo del Comune and the Palazzo del Podestà through the demolition of one block of buildings. The new square would have given a new character to all the surrounding space, joining Piazza Maggiore. Heart of the city, Piazza Maggiore is the result of centuries-old transformations that enriched it gradually with important buildings: the Basilica of San Petronio, the Palazzo dei Notai, the Palazzo d’Accursio, the Palazzo del Podestà and the Palazzo dei Banchi.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Basilica di San Petronio, Bologna, Province of Bologna, Emilia-Romagna
The Basilica of San Petronio is the main church of Bologna: it dominates the Piazza Maggiore and, although it is largely unfinished, it is one of the largest churches in Europe. Its imposing size makes it the fourth largest church in Italy.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: The Basilica of St. Anthony
The Basilica of Sant'Antonio, known as "Il Santo", is the most important religious center of the city, and a destination for thousands of pilgrims who invade the city every year, and in particular on June 13, feast of the Saint the famous procession. The large building has a complex fusion of styles in its complex structure: Romanesque elements in the bell-shaped façade, Gothic in the ambulatory with the seven chapels, Byzantine in the eight domes covered in lead and Moorish in the two slender and slender bell towers.
Duration: 45 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 4: Venice

Stop At: Piazza San Marco, Veneto
Elegant, precious, inimitable, fun, romantic: this is Venice, a gem of the Venetian and Italian tourist scene, where churches, palaces, ancient bridges, monuments and squares tell the artistic and cultural liveliness that marked and still marks the history of this city. The heart of Venice is the splendid Piazza San Marco, the most elegant living room in Europe, surrounded by works of unquestionable value: the imposing bell tower and the Basilica with its five portals and the decorations of marble and mosaics that anticipate the magnificence and interior riches; the Palazzo Ducale, symbol of the golden age of the Serenissima; the Torre dei Mori, better known as the Clock Tower, for the engineering masterpiece that has marked the time of Venice for centuries; the Napoleonic Wing, where the Correr Museum is located.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Ponte dei Sospiri, Veneto
From the Bridge of Sighs legend emerges that the name, at the time of the Serenissima, would have been attributed to the fact that crossing it the prisoners sighed because they were aware of the fact that it would be the last time that, before being imprisoned, they would see the outside world .
Duration: 35 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 5: Vemice-Montepulciano (Wine region)- Rome

Stop At: Piazza Grande a Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Tuscany
Montepulciano, famous for the wine to which it gives its name, stands on a hill 600 meters above sea level: from this height it is easy to get lost with the look between the green Tuscan hills, the cultivation of olive trees and vineyards and the cypress trees that mark pleasantly the whole landscape. From the Tower of the Renaissance Palace of Montepulciano the view reaches the Sibillini Mountains and the Cimone
Duration: 50 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.

Itinerary

Day 1: Rome- Naples-Pompeii- Sorrento

Stop At: Vomero, Naples, Province of Naples, Campania
To admire Naples, the most fascinating way is to caress it with the look from above, from the vantage points. Vomero hill is one of the best place to do it
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii, Province of Naples, Campania
One of the most important archaeological site in the woeld: a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The archaeological excavations of Pompeii have returned the remains of the ancient city of Pompeii, near the hill of Civita, at the gates of modern Pompeii, buried under a blanket of ashes and lapilli during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79, together with Ercolano, Stabia and Oplonti.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Piazza Tasso, Sorrento, Province of Naples, Campania
The irregular and jagged coastline of this peninsula, which seems to want to protect from the sea all the colorful houses and the characteristic streets that are located in the inland areas, will welcome you and welcome you in what many call a real paradise on earth. Sorrento is not only the city of limoncello and churches. Sorrento is the city of entertainment, especially the nocturnal one. In the evening, in fact, the city changes its face and turns into an amazing party
Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Stazione Termini, Rome, Lazio
Departure point from Rome Termini if you picked the train option

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Sorrento-Capri-Rome

Stop At: Blue Grotto, Anacapri, Island of Capri, Province of Naples, Campania
The Blue Grotto is a splendid example of the beautiful nature of Malta, a dip in the most intense blue of the Mediterranean.
It is a suggestive natural cave, where the colors of the sea are reflected, creating a unique chromatic triumph.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Monte Solaro, Anacapri, Island of Capri, Province of Naples, Campania
With a precipitous, jagged coast, and encircled by the famous faraglioni (sea stacks), enormous and uniquely-shaped boulders, and by numerous caves that tell of evocative plays of light. The island continues to be both a legend and a favorite destination for travelers, intellectuals and the international jet-set - "performing" at any given time in the legendary piazzetta, the real-time theatre of the island's 'Dolce Vita'
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Itinerary

Day 1: Rome-Naples-Pompeii-Amalfi

Stop At: City of Naples, Naples, Province of Naples, Campania
The city of Naples, in southern Italy, stands in the heart of the homonymous bay next to Vesuvius, the volcano still active today and known for having destroyed the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. Dating back to the second millennium BC, Naples has centuries of history of art and architecture behind it and its cathedral, the Cathedral of San Gennaro, is full of frescoes. The most interesting historical sites are the sumptuous Palazzo Reale and the Maschio Angioino, a 13th century building.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Pompeii - Archaeological Area., Pompeii, Province of Naples, Campania
The archaeological excavations of Pompeii have returned the remains of the ancient city of Pompeii, near the hill of Civita, at the gates of modern Pompeii, buried under a blanket of ashes and lapilli during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79, together with Ercolano, Stabia and Oplonti
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Amalfi

Stop At: Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campania
Amalfi is a city in a striking natural environment under the steep cliffs on the south-west coast of Italy. Between the ninth and eleventh centuries, it was the seat of a powerful maritime republic. In the heart of the city, the Cathedral of Sant'Andrea, of the Arab-Norman era, is characterized by a striped Byzantine facade.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Amalfi-Rome

Stop At: Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Amalfi, Amalfi Coast, Province of Salerno, Campania
Amalfi is a city in a striking natural environment under the steep cliffs on the south-west coast of Italy. Between the ninth and eleventh centuries, it was the seat of a powerful maritime republic. In the heart of the city, the Cathedral of Sant'Andrea, of the Arab-Norman era, is characterized by a striped Byzantine facade.
Duration: 30 minutes

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Itinerary

Day 1: Rome-Florence

Stop At: Gallerie Degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany
Firenze, capoluogo della Toscana, ospita molti capolavori dell'arte e dell'architettura rinascimentale. Uno dei luoghi più celebri è il Duomo, la cattedrale con cupola di tegole progettata dal Brunelleschi e il campanile di Giotto. La Galleria dell'Accademia espone la scultura del David di Michelangelo mentre nella Galleria degli Uffizi si trovano La nascita di Venere di Botticelli e l’Annunciazione di Leonardo da Vinci.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Florence-Pisa-Florence

Stop At: Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa, Province of Pisa, Tuscany
Pisa known above all for the famous leaning tower. Already off-axis to its completion, in 1372. Piazza dei Miracoli houses the monumental Camposanto and the Baptistery, where every day non-professional singers put themselves to the test with their famous acoustics.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Florence-Rome

Stop At: Piazza della Signoria, Florence, Tuscany
A walk through history among works of art unique in the world.
An open-air museum, full of architectural masterpieces and works of art unique in the world: the historic center of Florence, enclosed in the ancient layout of the medieval walls, houses the most important cultural heritage of the city and has been declared by UNESCO Heritage Humanity.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Italy sure sounds like a myth, doesnt it? Incredibly elaborate architecture, idyllic countryside, fascinating history, and, of course, incomparable cuisine. This quick intro to Italy will give you all that and more. Fashionable Milan and Da Vincis Last Supper; the famous Venice canals and Piazza San Marco; Florences medieval bridge Ponte Vecchio; the Leaning Tower of Pisa; Romes ancient trio the Colosseum, Pantheon, and Vatican City. With this tour, youve got nothing to lose.

Connect with some of the worlds greatest cultural highlights on a two-week exploration of Italy. Get in touch with the ancient past alongside an archaeologist amid the ash-preserved ruins of Pompeii, marvel at Renaissance treasures in iconic Venice and enchanting Florence, and stop and smell the lemons in the quaint cliff-side villages of the Amalfi Coast. La dolce vita is sweet indeed.

Sip wine in Burgundy, feast on local delicacies in Provence, experience fashionable Milan, float down the canals of Venice and raise your glass to the best of France and Italy. Over 15 well-paced days, travel from Paris to Rome and savour the region's cultural and natural highlights. Your expert CEO will take the hassle out of travel and leave you with plenty of free time to explore. Witness the charm of Beaune and Florence's great masterpieces, relax on the beach, and fall in love with the beauty of this region.

La dolce vita - the good life - is exactly what the Best of Italy trip is all about.

Starting in the 'Eternal City' of Rome and ending by the canals of Venice, uncover the best of northern Italy.

Experience classic Italian food, wine, history and style - all the things this wonderful country is famous for - and discover immense natural beauty while travelling through this spectacular corner of Europe.

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome / Florence
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Florence / Lucca
Day 5: Pisa / Lucca
Day 6: Lucca
Day 7: La Spezia
Day 8: Cinque Terre / La Spezia
Day 9: Portofino Peninsula / Asti
Day 10: Asti
Day 11: Milan / Lake Como
Day 12: Lake Como
Day 13: Venice
Day 14: Venice
Day 15: Venice

Travel to Italy and savour the many flavours of this gastronomic haven on a journey from the canals of Venice to the cobblestone streets of Rome.

Explore historic sites and picturesque villages on this special food-lovers' adventure through some of the most incredible places in Italy.

There is plenty of time to indulge in everything from fresh seafood and hearty wines to the finest balsamic vinegars and pesto in the world.

This 10-day trip is sure to tantalise all the senses.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: La Spezia
Day 4: Cinque Terre
Day 5: Pisa / Florence
Day 6: Florence
Day 7: Perugia
Day 8: Spello / Perugia
Day 9: Rome
Day 10: Rome

Discover the sights and delights of Italy on this week long highlights tour. Begin amid the canals of Venice, visit the charming towns of the Cinque Terre, soak up beauty and history in Florence and wind up in the piazzas of Rome. With plenty of free time for independent exploration, and the freedom to discover Italy's history and culture at your own pace, there's no better way to see this wonderful pocket of Europe.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: La Spezia
Day 4: La Spezia / Cinque Terre
Day 5: Florence
Day 6: Florence
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome

Experience the very best of northern Italy on this superb adventure. Wander through medieval villages like Assisi and Florence and along the rugged coastline of the Cinque Terre.

Explore ancient wonders in the eternal cities, cycle through the rolling hills of Tuscany and feast on Umbrian delicacies.

From Rome, north to Venice and back again - join us to experience the classic essence of Italy.

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome / Florence
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Florence / Lucca
Day 5: Pisa / Lucca
Day 6: Lucca
Day 7: La Spezia
Day 8: Cinque Terre / La Spezia
Day 9: Portofino Peninsula / Asti
Day 10: Asti
Day 11: Milan / Lake Como
Day 12: Lake Como
Day 13: Venice
Day 14: Venice
Day 15: Venice
Day 16: Assisi
Day 17: Spello / Assisi
Day 18: Gubbio
Day 19: Gubbio
Day 20: Rome
Day 21: Rome 

Fall in love with Italy on this week-long highlights tour. Begin by exploring the maze of Venice, then take in the beautiful, charming towns of Cinque Terre.

Soak up beauty and history in Florence and finish with a pizza in the piazzas of Rome. With plenty of free time to do your own thing, there's no better way to see this epic pocket of Europe.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: La Spezia
Day 4: Cinque Terre
Day 5: Florence
Day 6: Florence
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome 
 

From the romance of Venice to the laidback charm of the Amalfi Coast, take time to experience the true delights of Italy. Travel through the rolling hills of Umbria, visit medieval towns, soak up culture on a trip to Rome, explore the ruins of Pompeii and fall in love with the beauty of Sorrento.

La bella Italia is diverse and fascinating — experience seaside scenery, rustic city streets and delectable cuisine, all infused with that passionate Italian spirit.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: Assisi
Day 4: Spello / Assisi
Day 5: Gubbio
Day 6: Gubbio
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome
Day 9: Naples / Pompeii
Day 10: Pompeii
Day 11: Mt Vesuvius / Sorrento
Day 12: Sorrento
Day 13: Amalfi
Day 14: Positano / Amalfi
Day 15: Amalfi

Ah, Italia. It seems a little unfair that one country does food, architecture, art, history and the central social square so perfectly.

It's just a shame the rest of the world feels the same way! But while most associate Italy with summer, relatively mild winters make Italy the perfect place to visit during the off season.

On this trip, you'll see all the fabulous spots with far fewer tourists crowding the squares and clogging up the lines.

Take in the crumbling ruins of Rome, whimsical Florence and the floating 15th century city of Venice in this diverse tour.

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Pisa / Florence
Day 5: Florence / Bologna
Day 6: Bologna / Venice
Day 7: Venice
Day 8: Venice

The whole family is sure to fall in love with Italy on this 8-day adventure from the ruins of Rome to the stunning Amalfi Coast. Imagine what life was like for ancient Romans in Pompeii, wander cobblestone streets in Minori and enjoy true southern Italian hospitality during a cooking demonstration and dinner at a family-run farm in Sorrento.

As the saying goes: 'un bimbo che non gioca, felicita ne ha poca' (a child that doesn't play will not be happy). We created this trip because we think the same thing applies to adults!

Take off on an unforgettable journey down Italy’s rarely visited heel, getting to know another side of this entrancing country.

Believe the beauty of Amalfi, unwind in style among the sophisticates of Trani and tour the Roman ruins, baroque churches and whitewashed alleyways of Lecce.

Wander among the peculiarly shaped houses of Alberobello, wander the hillside dwellings of Matera and discover the old town's life surrounding Bari's Basilica di San Nicola.

Head down and say ciao to Italy's southernmost slice of the Adriatic.

Day 1: Amalfi
Day 2: Amalfi
Day 3: Trani
Day 4: Trani
Day 5: Lecce
Day 6: Lecce
Day 7: Ostuni / Alberobello
Day 8: Matera
Day 9: Matera / Bari
Day 10: Bari

Wander enchanting streets and alleys in Venice, hike through rolling green fields in Gubbio and discover the haunting side of Pompeii on this captivating adventure through la bella Italia.

Sample Spello's famous wine in an enoteca, spot a celebrity in Capri, traverse the incredible Amalfi coastline and explore ancient grottoes in Matera.

Sip an espresso in Rome after visiting the Colosseum, relax in the retro Trani marina, and marvel at the fascinating Basilica Di Santa Croce in Lecce.

From rustic cobbled streets to spectacular seaside scenery, fall in love with the spirit of Italy on this diverse — and delicious — adventure.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: Assisi
Day 4: Spello / Assisi
Day 5: Gubbio
Day 6: Gubbio
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome
Day 9: Naples / Pompeii
Day 10: Pompeii
Day 11: Mt Vesuvius / Sorrento
Day 12: Sorrento
Day 13: Amalfi
Day 14: Positano / Amalfi
Day 15: Amalfi
Day 16: Amalfi
Day 17: Trani
Day 18: Trani
Day 19: Lecce
Day 20: Lecce
Day 21: Ostuni / Alberobello
Day 22: Matera
Day 23: Matera / Bari
Day 24: Bari

It's remarkable that Italy, where tradition runs so strong and deep, is where some of the world's most progressive, innovative and exquisite vegan food experiences can be had.

Join Intrepid's very first vegan-themed trip in Europe, from Venice to Rome, and discover why Italy positively excels at vegan food.

It's more than just the olive oil and bread, more than just the funghi and pappardelle and espresso and gelato — it's the dedicated producers at all levels of hospitality that have taken up the movement with gusto and zero compromise, from the backstreets of Venice to the rolling hills of Tuscany.

Come and see how Italians do it better, especially when they are bucking the trends and rewriting the rules.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: Bologna
Day 4: Bologna
Day 5: San Gimignano
Day 6: San Gimignano
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome

Italians are the masters of creating simple dishes that sing with flavour.

Regional, seasonal and as fresh as possible, Italy's cuisine is hearty, satisfying and made with heart.

Inspired by the kitchens of the nonna, Italy’s food is authentic and surprising — pizza and pasta are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the diverse array of unforgettable food you'll find on this adventure that travels from Venice to Rome via San Gimignano and Bologna.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: Bologna
Day 4: Emilia Romana
Day 5: San Gimignano
Day 6: San Gimignano
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome

A place of love, history and exquisite flavours, the northern part of the former Roman Empire is a cultural heartland full of hidden treasures. Hear the song of the lapping waterways echo through the streets of Venice, dip your toes in the ocean by the beautiful Ligurian coast, make and taste authentic Italian pesto, savour delicious Tuscan cuisine, scale the leaning tower of Pisa and fight like a gladiator in Rome as you whisk through Northern Italy on this fantastic family holiday.

Day 1: Venice
Day 2: Venice
Day 3: Cinque Terre
Day 4: Cinque Terre
Day 5: Pisa
Day 6: Rome
Day 7: Rome
Day 8: Rome

From the iconic sights of Rome to the grand architecture of Budapest, this 38-day adventure covers all the highlights — and quite a few secret gems — of Italy and Central Europe.

Enjoy a Renaissance revival in Florence, marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and see Cinque Terre's stunning coastline and pastel villages.

Compare the world-class wines of the Piedmont region with that found along the famous South Tyrolean Wine Road. Admire the splendour of Lake Como and explore Venice's maze of canals on a gondola ride.

After getting your fill of Italian vibes and delicious cuisine, travel further inland to discover the old-world charm of Salzburg and Vienna, visit the haunting underground city of Osowka and learn its dark origins, then get active trekking among the high-altitude lakes and waterfalls of the Tatra Mountains.

This bucket list-packed adventure has it all.

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome / Florence
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Florence / Lucca
Day 5: Pisa / Lucca
Day 6: Lucca
Day 7: La Spezia
Day 8: Cinque Terre / La Spezia
Day 9: Portofino Peninsula / Asti
Day 10: Asti
Day 11: Milan / Lake Como
Day 12: Lake Como
Day 13: Venice
Day 14: Venice
Day 15: Venice
Day 16: Venice
Day 17: Bolzano
Day 18: South Tyrol / Bolzano
Day 19: South Tyrol / Bolzano
Day 20: Salzburg
Day 21: Salzburg
Day 22: Vienna
Day 23: Vienna
Day 24: Vienna
Day 25: Vienna
Day 26: Cesky Krumlov
Day 27: Cesky Krumlov
Day 28: Prague
Day 29: Prague
Day 30: Prague
Day 31: Gory Sowie
Day 32: Krakow
Day 33: Krakow
Day 34: Tatra Mountains
Day 35: Tatra Mountains
Day 36: Budapest
Day 37: Budapest
Day 38: Budapest

From the villages of the Cinque Terre to Tuscany's medieval splendour, this is an adventure for those looking to indulge in all of Italys delights. Walk through grand piazzas and winding lanes, stroll the canals of Venice, and float past villas on Lake Como. Marvel at the ancient grandeur of Rome and the Renaissance masterpieces of Florence.

Your expert local Chief Experience Officer (CEO) will take care of the details so you can travel at a leisurely pace and appreciate the scenery, whether its sipping vino in Tuscany or sampling local delicacies within the walls of charming Montepulciano.

Experience the best of Italy in this all-encompassing tour.

With so many peaceful coves, hidden inlets, and secluded beaches to visit in the northern Adriatic, this flexible 10-day sailing tour is the best way to discover the region's hidden gems. Begin in Venice then visit the ancient basilicas and eclectic bars of Grado. Voyage through the Gulf of Trieste and hit Koper, Slovenia's oldest and largest coastal city, before sailing along sun-soaked islands and tranquil beaches in the Kvarner Gulf. With the comfort of on-board conveniences and a time-efficient itinerary, this Italy-to-Croatia sailing tour balances moments of relaxation with opportunities to discover the unknown.

If serenity has a palpable form, surely it can be found under the Tuscan sun.

This seven-day tour of Italy will have you second-guessing your departure date from the moment you land in Rome. After a morning yoga session and a leisurely day on the grounds of Palatine Hill and the Colosseum, your path will take you to lush landscapes of Tuscany.

There, youll have ample time to saunter through welcoming villages, taste exceptional local food and wine, and cycle your way through the Tuscan hills. A dip in healing thermal waters will leave a rejuvenating warmth radiating through both body and mind long past your final stop in Florence.

Itinerary

Day 1: Venice

Stop At: St. Mark's Square, Veneto
Arrive in Venezia, La Serenissima, Queen of the Adriatic, city of canals and palaces. Meet the guide in St. Mark's Square for a walking tour of Venice (meeting point in St. Mark's Square). Walk around the area between St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, and pass through la Fenice Theatre, Scala del Bovolo, Ponte di Rialto. At the end of the visit, embark on a 30-minute Gondola ride along the small Canals of Venice. Overnight at Hotel
Duration: 6 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Venice Island Hotel (Il Mercante di Venezia 3* or similar)

Day 2: Venice Islands Tour

Stop At: St. Mark's Square, Veneto
After breakfast, take the Venice Islands tour from Alilaguna's Pier at St. Mark’s waterfront (Reach the meeting point for the tour at St. Mark's Square on your own). Embark on a motorboat and visit the island of Murano, where one can watch the antique art of glass making. Next, visit the next island called Burano where you get to see its colorful houses, once owned by fishermen before moving on to the last island, Torcello. This island brings you back to the Middle Ages, at the time of the Attila's invasions. Visit its old cathedral and be mesmerized of its atmosphere of remote Venetian past. Overnight in Venice Mestre.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Venice Island Hotel (Il Mercante di Venezia 3* or similar)

Day 3: Venice – Rome 

Stop At: Piazza San Bernardo, Rome, Lazio
After having breakfast at the hotel, get on the train for your transfer to Rome. Check-in to the hotel before starting the Rome by Night tour (meeting point near your hotel and drop off near your hotel). Leave from Piazza San Bernardo adorned by Moses’ Fountain and then head to Piazza della Repubblica, Via Veneto, Palazzo Margherita, Porta Pinciana, Villa Borghese, Trevi Fountain, where you will stop for a visit. Next, continue along Via Quattro Fontane. From Via Nazionale, descending towards Piazza Venezia, you will see the Memorial to King Vittorio Emanuele II and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The itinerary will also touch the Capitol, the Imperial Forum, the Colosseum, the Palatine Hill, the Aventine Hill, the Circus Maximus and the Tiberina Island. The visit then continues to the Gianicolum Hill, to admire one of the most beautiful panoramas of Rome. Finally, you will arrive at the Basilica of St. Peter crossing the Tiber and finding by side the imponent fortress of Castel S. Angelo. Return to your hotel. Overnight in Rome
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Rome Hotel (Hotel Marco Polo 3* or similar)

Day 4: The Vatican

Stop At: Vatican City, Vatican City, Lazio
After breakfast, enjoy a tour of  Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel (tickets included). Pick up from your hotel and drop off in the centre of Rome. The rest of the day is free. Return to your hotel. Overnight in hotel 
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Rome Hotel (Hotel Marco Polo 3* or similar)

Day 5: Rome

Stop At: Colosseum, Rome, Lazio
Have breakfast at the hotel and then spend a day on your own in Rome or you can opt for an excursion to Naples, Pompei or Capri on Private or Group basis as per your convenience. Overnight at Hotel
Duration: 8 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Rome Hotel (Hotel Marco Polo 3* or similar)

Day 6: Rome

Stop At: Rome Airport Transportation, Rome, Lazio
After breakfast at the hotel, get transferred to the Rome airport on a private basis. End of tour.

Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.

During the first day you have time to arrive at the airport of Rome until 5 pm. If you tell us the flight number we will pick you up to start the dream! We will transfer you to your hotel where every day we will come to pick you up to show you the beauties of our country.
First of all Rome, with the colosseum and the Vatican. Follow the beautiful Florence with Pisa and its leaning tower. Then it will be the turn of Venice with the gondolas and Grand Canal. Then Naples with the pizza, pompeii and the scary volcano and finally the heart of southern Italy, the calabria!
The last day we suggest you to book the flight in the afternoon or the day after (we will not add any extra charge for the night). We will take you to the airport with the certainty of having created the most beautiful experience of your life !!!