Tour Overview
In 8 Days, explore the three most iconic cities in Italy: Rome, Florence, and Venice. See the best of Rome including the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, the Sistine Chapel and more. Travel to the Cradle of the Renaissance, Florence and learn about the rich legacy of the Medici family. See Michelangelo’s statue of David. Travel to the hills of Chianti to visit the cellars and dine on traditional Tuscan dishes paired with fine wines. Lastly, travel to legendary Venice with visits to St Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace.

Day 1: Arrival
Upon arrival in Rome, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Rome.

Day 2: The best of Rome in a day (B)
With a sightseeing list that would baffle even the most seasoned travellers, Rome is a veritable feast of art and history that can be challenging to navigate, especially if time is tight. Designed to make the most of your stay in Rome, this tour packs all the city’s highlights and most iconic sites in just one day, leaving you with a good taste of what the Italian capital has to offer. You’ll start the day with a view of the Roman Forum, the hub of public life in ancient Rome, while making your way to the Colosseum, the legendary arena where gladiator games were staged to entertain the crowds. After the visit, you’ll enjoy a delightful stroll around the historic centre, past picture-postcard sights like BeminiS fountain in Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Trevi Fountain. When the clock strikes lunchtime, you’ll have some free time to enjoy the local cuisine before continuing the tour at the Vatican Museums. Here, your guide will walk you through the most celebrated treasures, including the Sistine Chapel, the world’s greatest work of art. Overnight in Rome.

Day 3: Rome (B)
We’re firm believers in allowing for free time to explore places on your own in order to get a true sense of the city. Take time to enjoy a coffee at a cafe or walk around. Overnight in Rome.

Day 4: Rome to Florence and Siena and San Gimignano tour (BD)
Meet your driver at your accommodation and transfer to Rome Termini Station. Train to Florence. Upon arrival, self transfer to your accommodation. In the afternoon, reach a designated meeting point and enjoy the tour to Siena and San Gimignano. Leaving Florence in the afternoon, enjoy the drive to Siena, the first stop on the tour. Enjoy a guided tour of its UNESCO-listed historic centre, which includes the unique shell-shaped square where the legendary Patio race takes place twice a year. Next, reach San Gimignano, the stunning medieval town with an impressive skyline crowned by 14 towers that have survived through the centuries, earning it the nickname “Medieval Manhattan”. Get some time to explore its atmospheric cobbled lanes, then take the road to the hills of Chianti and admire the beautiful colours of Tuscany at sunset. Dinner will take place at a charming wine estate, where you’ll visit the cellars and dine on traditional Tuscan dishes paired with their fine wines. Overnight in Florence.

Day 5: Florence walks with Accademia Gallery (B)
“Join an expert local guide for a fun, informative walk through the city’s past and learn about the rich legacy of the Medici family, who were not only famous bankers but also important patrons of the arts and left the city a wealth of cultural and artistic treasures. The guide will take you to famous spots such as Piazza della Signoria, the Cathedral with Giottos bell tower, the Baptistery with Ghiberti’s stunning gold-paneled doorway, and Orsanmichele before crossing the Ponte Vecchio bridge and entering the Oltrarno neighbourhood, an area renowned for its artisanal workshops and quaint atmosphere, making it the perfect place to grab a gelato and relax. During the tour, you’ll also visit the Accademia Gallery, home to one of the most exquisite art collections in town, which includes Michelangelo’s giant statue of David, a symbol of Florence and one of the greatest works of art of all time, along with paintings by major Florentine artists like Giotto, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, ancient plaster casts, and antique musical instruments. Overnight in Florence.”

Day 6: Florence to Venice (B)
Proceed on your own to Florence SMN Station. Train to Venice. Upon arrival, proceed on your own to your accommodation in Venice. Overnight in Venice.

Day 7: Legendary Venice (B)
Reach a designated meeting point. With their history and incredible treasures, the St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doges Palace are symbols of Venice’s timeless splendour. On this tour, you’ll get to explore both comfortably without losing time standing in long lines. At St. MarkS Basilica, you’ll feed your eyes with 8,000 square metres of golden mosaics depicting biblical stories that your guide will help you uncover. You’ll also get to see the famous Horses of St Mark’s Basilica and other precious treasures before ascending to the balcony to soak in the gorgeous views across St. Mark’s Square and the Venetian lagoon. Then, you’ll head to the Doge’s Palace, which was the seat of the government during the Venetian Republic and now offers a wealth of artistic treasures to explore. During the visit, your guide will share some behind-the-scenes stories of Venetian politics and walk you over the infamous Bridge of Sighs connecting the palace to the prisons. If you pick the 8.00AM tour, you’ll get to access the Doge’s Palace an hour before it opens. Overnight in Venice.

Day 8: Departure (B)
After breakfast you will be met and transfer to airport or train station.

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