DAY 1: VENICE
- Upon your arrival, head to your 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 glassblowing in a traditional "furnace." Afterwards, return to your hotel and join 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, showcasing 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 stroll on your own and purchase local glass souvenirs.
DAY 3: FROM VENICE TO FLORENCE
- In the morning, take a high-speed train that will bring you to Florence in two hours. Once there, start our guided walking tour through the streets of Florence, admiring the beauty of the Uffizi building with the Vasari Corridor and the monumental group of the Duomo, which includes the stunning Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the baptistery, and Giotto’s bell tower, famous for its bronze "Gate of Paradise."
DAY 4: FLORENCE
- Enjoy a free morning and in the early afternoon join a tour of the "Siena Countryside and Chianti" to experience firsthand some of the most breathtaking towns in Tuscany, where spectacular views are found 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 horse race of the Palio, held twice a year. You will explore the best 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 production process from grape to glass. Then enjoy a wine tasting session 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 arrive in Rome. In the afternoon, meet again for a guided walk through the alleys of Baroque Rome, where you can admire the most representative sites such as the magical Piazza Navona and the famous Pantheon. You will even have the chance to make a wish by tossing a coin into the legendary Trevi Fountain. The rest of the evening is free. Overnight 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 reach the Vatican Museum. With the "skip the line" option, you will have direct access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica to visit the breathtaking masterpieces inside, as well as a wide variety of galleries featuring ancient sculptures, tapestries, medieval maps, paintings, and incredible relics. You will admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and the incredible bronze altar.
DAY 7: ROME
- The whole day is at your disposal or you can choose optional visits 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 maybe 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 you will always keep this unique experience in your heart. Feel free to book some extra nights in Rome or a private transfer to the train station or Rome airport. Thank you and goodbye!
- Venice: NH Collection Murano Villa (*)
- Florence: Starhotels Michelangelo (*)
- Rome: Hotel Golden Tulip Rome Piram (*)
(*) The listed hotels are our main partners in each city. Any changes to the itinerary will be communicated well in advance.
