This 8-night Italy trip includes Venice, Florence, Tuscany, and Rome, with highlights like a private gondola ride, Michelangelo’s David, Tuscan wine tasting, the Vatican, and the Colosseum. It includes 4-star hotels, daily breakfast, private transfers, business-class trains, local support, and concierge dining reservations.
Your Itinerary
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Day1Day 1Venice
Your Italian adventure begins as you arrive in Venice. Upon landing, you’ll be greeted by a representative and escorted to a private water taxi, where you'll glide along the Grand Canal, taking in your first magical views of the city. Arrive at your 4-star hotel located in the heart of Venice, near all major landmarks. Spend your first morning at leisure, exploring the cobblestone alleys and hidden courtyards and get on Italian time!
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Day2Day 2Venice
Today, after breakfast, discover the rich history, art, and grandeur of Venice on a skip-the-line small group guided experience through two of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Explore the stunning interiors of St. Mark’s Basilica and the historic Doge’s Palace while learning about the powerful Venetian Republic and the stories that shaped the city. Admire remarkable architecture, priceless artwork, and panoramic views over St. Mark’s Square with exclusive access to the Basilica’s Terraces.
In the afternoon, enjoy a private gondola ride through the canals of this iconic city.
Optional add-on: Murano & Burano Islands Tour
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Day3Day 3Florence
This morning, a private water taxi will transfer you from your hotel to the train station, where you’ll board a high-speed train bound for Florence in business-class. Sit back and enjoy the scenic ride through the Italian countryside as you journey into the heart of Tuscany. Upon arrival in Florence, meet your private driver who will take you to your centrally located hotel before immersing yourselves in the city’s artistic and architectural wonders. Optional Tour: Duomo complex with the cathedral, baptistery, and Brunelleschi’s iconic dome.
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Day4Day 4Florence
Today, join a small group for a guided visit of one of Florence’s most iconic art museums, the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s world-famous David and other Renaissance masterpieces. Immerse yourselves in the sculpture halls and paintings by Botticelli, Ghirlandaio and more. In the afternoon, join a hands-on cooking class focused on some of Italy’s most iconic dishes. You’ll learn traditional techniques while preparing fresh dishes from scratch while hearing stories behind the recipes and discovering the regional traditions that make Italian cuisine so celebrated around the world. Once everything is prepared, sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created, perfectly paired with Tuscan wine in a warm and convivial atmosphere. Optional Tour: Uffizi Gallery Guided Tour Optional Tour: Duomo complex with the cathedral, baptistery, and Brunelleschi’s iconic dome.
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Day5Day 5Florence
This morning escape Florence for a day and discover two of Tuscany’s most charming cities: Siena & San Gimignano. Your private driver will take you to visit the nearby town of Siena, an ancient city and UNESCO World Heritage Site with picturesque streets and a rich history. Highlights include the Piazza del Campo and the Duomo. Next, you will visit a family-run winery in the countryside for a light lunch and wine tasting before heading to San Gimignano, also known as the “Town of Towers”, as it is most famous for its fourteen medieval skyscrapers which still remain perfectly preserved. Enjoy exploring cobblestone streets, taking in the sweeping views of the Tuscan countryside and meandering through the artisanal shops.
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Day6Day 6Rome
Today your private driver will take you to the station to board your business-class high-speed train to Rome. Settle into your hotel located in the heart of the Eternal City. In the afternoon, enjoy a Private Golf Cart Guided Overview Tour of Rome’s highlights, perfect for an engaging and relaxing first glimpse. Stop to admire the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and other famous landmarks.
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Day7Day 7Rome
This morning, after breakfast, join your expert guide for an intimate small-group tour offering skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums. Marvel at the vast collection of Renaissance masterpieces as you make your way through ornate galleries and historic halls. Stand in awe beneath Michelangelo’s stunning frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, then continue to the majestic St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the world’s most revered architectural and spiritual landmarks. Spend the afternoon and evening at your own leisure.
Optional add-on: St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Climb
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Day8Day 8Rome
This morning, meet your guide and experience the grandeur of Ancient Rome with a small group visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Explore one of the world’s most iconic monuments from a unique perspective, including access to the arena floor where gladiators once stood before roaring crowds. As you continue through the ruins of the Roman Forum and the imperial palaces of Palatine Hill, discover the fascinating history, politics, and daily life that shaped the Roman Empire. Combining legendary landmarks with captivating stories of ancient Rome, this experience offers an immersive journey into the heart of the Eternal City.
Optional add-on: E-bike the Appian Way and visit the Catacombs
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