Day 1
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Arrival in Rome
Welcome to Italy the Land of the Mystique! On arrival in Rome, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Check-in and relax. Rome comes alive at night and you should not miss the opportunity to see its most beautiful monuments illuminated. In the evening we recommend you to enjoy this panoramic Rome Illuminations tour which starts at around 1900 hours. Overnight stay at hotel. One-way transfer from Rome Airport (FCO) to City Center Hotel |
Day 2
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Rome to Venice - Afternoon Gondola Ride
Today morning check-out and make your way to the train station to take the train to Venice. On arrival at Venice, walk to your hotel and check-in. Later take a Gondola Ride, cruising through the Grand Canal, passing by some special places: Teatro la Fenice, Scala del Bovolo, Rialto Bridge. At the end embarking on a gondola (up to 6 people per gondola) for a fascinating 35 minutes ride on the Grand Canal (S. Maria della Salute area) and minor canals (Fenice area) - The tour ends with the landing at the station Bauer. Overnight stay at hotel. Afternoon in Venice - Gondola Ride (35 min) (Starts from Common Point) One-way High Speed Train Ticket from Rome to Venice (2nd Class) One-way transfer from Rome Hotel to Train Station - On Your Own One-way transfer from Venice Train Station to Hotel - On Your Own |
Day 3
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Tour to the Islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello
Discover the lagoon islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello and learn more about Venice and its ancient way of life. HIGHLIGHTS: * Start off the tour in Murano, well-known for its glass making * Continue through the brightly coloured homes of Burano * Contemplate the impressive mosaics in Torcello These beautiful islands are known throughout the world for their picturesque scenery, handicraft and history. Departing from the famous St. Mark’s Square with motorboat, the first stop is Murano, where you can see the antique art of making glass and lampworking. The second island stop is Burano, known for its lacework and brightly coloured homes. The third and last stop on the three and a half hour tour is Torcello, a quiet and sparsely populated island. It is considered the oldest continuously populated region of Venice and once held the largest population of the Republic of Venice. Tour to the Islands of Burano, Murano and Torcello - Starts from Common Point |
Day 4
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Venice to Florence + Afternoon Tour of Pisa
Today check-out from your hotel and walk to the nearby train station to take your train from Venice to Florence. Upon arrival at Florence, walk to your hotel and check-in. Later head out through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to the charming city of Pisa. Once we arrive in Pisa, your knowledgeable guide will lead you to the emblematic Piazza dei Miracoli where they will regale you with the wonders of the square. Your eyes will be drawn to the Leaning Tower that you can explore from the outside as well as the exterior of the Baptistery and other striking monuments before we make our way inside the Cathedral. Return back to your hotel by afternoon. Later this evening you are free to relax or explore Florence on your own. Overnight stay at hotel. One-way transfer from Airport to Hotel – Private One-way Train from Florence to Venice (2nd Class) One-way transfer from Venice Hotel to Train Station - On Your Own The Highlights of Pisa from Florence - Shared Transfers |
Day 5
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Florence Afternoon Tour with Uffizi Gallery Visit
Proceed for an afternoon tour in Florence. A fine coach tour offering panoramic views of the unparalleled beauty of Florence, taking in Fiesole, a delightful town of Etruscan origin set on the hills overlooking Florence and the Arno Valley. The tour continues to the old city centre for a visit to the Franciscan Church of Santa Croce (exterior). A short walk through the historic streets of the heart of Florence brings you to the famous Piazza Signoria, where you can admire the imposing Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and the beautiful Loggia del Lanzi. The tour continues with a guided tour of the famous Uffizi Gallery (*) where you can admire the superb paintings of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio. The guided tour ends at the Uffizi Terrace where you can enjoy an amazing and exclusive view of the city’s most important monuments. Once the guided tour is over, it is possible to stay in the museum. Florence Afternoon Guided Tour with Uffizi Gallery Visit - Shared Transfers |
Day 6
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Florence to Rome - Rome by Night Tour
Today check-out from your hotel and make your way to the train station to take your train from Florence to Rome. Arrive at Rome and you will be transferred to your hotel. Check-in and relax for some time. Rome comes alive at night and you will not miss the opportunity to see its most beautiful monuments illuminated. In the evening you will be taken to enjoy this panoramic Rome Illuminations tour which starts at around 1900 hours. You’ll be taken past the magnificent world-famous Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre in the world and a true testament to the wonders of Roman engineering. This brilliant monument would have been home to many of the great gladiator battles of old, fought before the Caesars of their time. Marvel at the mighty Arc of Constantine, which still stands tall after nearly 2,000 years and takes pride of place between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. Overnight stay at hotel. Rome by Night Tour - Seat in Coach (starts from Common Point) One-way High Speed Train Ticket from Rome to Florence One-way transfer from Rome Train Station to Hotel - On Your Own One-way transfer from hotel to Train Station - On Your Own |
Day 7
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Sistine Chapel and Vatican
Spend the afternoon being taken around the Vatican City, exploring the sites and artwork which this brilliant city has to offer! HIGHLIGHTS: * See inspiring artwork by world renowned artists * Enjoy a guided tour through the Sistine Chapel * Appreciate some of the most beautiful architecture in the world Take a trip to the Vatican Museums followed by the world-famous Sistine Chapel, where you’ll be able to see some of the world’s most renowned Renaissance art by some of history’s most well-known artists. The Vatican Museums attract millions of tourists every year and it’s clear to see why. Come and see for yourself, the beautiful artwork and artefacts which inhabit the museums from Vincent van Gogh’s Pietà, after Delacroix, which is housed in the Collection of Modern Religious Art, to the Augustus of Prima Porta in the Braccio Nuovo. Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel - Skip the Line Tickets Only |
Day 8
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Departure from Rome
Today check-out from your hotel. You will be transferred to the airport to catch your return flight back home. Your holiday ends with sweet memories. One-way transfer from City Center Hotel to Rome Airport (FCO) |
Rome : 3 star hotel
venice : 3 star hotel
Florence : 3 star hotel