DAY 1: VENICE
- Upon arrival, head to the hotel and take some time to settle in. In the afternoon, meet your group, enjoy a welcome drink, and then follow your tour guide who will introduce you to the ancient and precious art of glassmaking in a traditional “furnace.” Afterwards, return to the hotel and take part in a welcome dinner.
DAY 2: VENICE
- Today, explore the Floating City! Take advantage of the Vaporetto pass to move freely around Venice’s historic center. Your guide will lead you through narrow alleys, canals, and small bridges to discover the main attractions, showing the city’s powerful influence over the centuries. You will see the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Square with its Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs, which leads to the prisons. Free time to wander on your own and buy local glass souvenirs.
DAY 3: FROM VENICE TO FLORENCE
- In the morning, take a high-speed train that will take you to Florence in two hours. Once you arrive, begin our guided walking tour through the streets of Florence, admiring the beauty of the Uffizi building with the Vasari Corridor and the monumental complex of the Duomo, which includes the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the baptistery, and Giotto’s bell tower, famous for its bronze “Gates of Paradise.”
DAY 4: FLORENCE
- Enjoy a free morning and in the early afternoon take part in a “Siena and Chianti Countryside” tour to experience some of Tuscany’s most breathtaking towns firsthand, where spectacular scenery is around every corner. You will reach Siena by train to discover the treasures of one of the most beautiful cities in the world and immerse yourself in its art, culture, and traditions, such as the Palio horse race, which takes place twice a year. You will explore the best that Siena has to offer, with our guide accompanying you along the ancient streets through the most beautiful places. Continue to a traditional farm and winery where you will learn the wine-making process from grape to glass. Then enjoy a tasting of Chianti wines and local products. Finally, relax during the train journey back to Florence.
DAY 5: FROM FLORENCE TO ROME
- After breakfast, take a high-speed train to reach Rome. In the afternoon, meet for a guided stroll through the alleys of Baroque Rome, where you can admire the most representative sights such as the magical Piazza Navona and the famous Pantheon. You will even have the chance to make a wish by throwing a coin into the legendary Trevi Fountain. The rest of the evening is free. Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 6: ROME
- This morning, take advantage of the Hop-on Hop-off bus for a panoramic tour of the “Eternal City” and make your way to the Vatican Museums. With the “skip-the-line” option, you will have direct access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica to visit the breathtaking works inside, as well as a wide variety of galleries with ancient sculptures, tapestries, medieval maps, paintings, and incredible artifacts. You will admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and the incredible bronze altar.
DAY 7: ROME
- The entire day is at your disposal, or you can choose optional tours such as the Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour, the Borghese Gallery tour if you prefer to deepen your knowledge of local art and history, or perhaps a fun cooking class to learn the secrets of Italy’s most famous dish: pizza.
DAY 8: DEPARTURE
- After breakfast, our journey discovering the beauties of Italy comes to an end, hoping that you will always keep this unique experience in your heart. Feel free to book a few extra nights in Rome or a private transfer to Rome train station or the airport. Thank you and goodbye!
- Venice: NH Collection Murano Villa (*)
- Florence: Starhotels Michelangelo (*)
- Rome: Hotel Golden Tulip Rome Piram (*)
(*) The hotels listed are our main partners in each city. Any changes to the itinerary will be communicated well in advance.
