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The best of Italy escorted tour
Italy in 8 Days, 7 Nights in Destination
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From gondolas and Renaissance art to Tuscan vineyards and Rome’s ancient wonders, this escorted journey brings Italy’s most iconic experiences together with effortless ease.
Trip Highlights
- Florence
- Pisa
- Rome
- San Gimignano
- Siena
- Venice
- Verona
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until December 2028
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + £430
Add up to 3 nights to your stay
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Itinerary
This escorted tour captures the essence of Italy in one unforgettable route. Wander through Venice, Verona, Florence, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano and Rome, savor cicchetti, Spritz and Tuscan wine, and step into Ancient Rome with Fast Pass access to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill.
1st Day: UK/Ireland - Venice Mestre
Arrive at your UK/Ireland departure airport, ready for a flight to Italy*.
Arrive in Venice Mestre, a well-connected mainland town just across the lagoon from Venice. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. If you arrive early, take the opportunity to settle in and explore the surrounding area at your own pace.
In the evening, meet your tour leader at the hotel for a short welcome briefing, where you’ll receive useful information for the days ahead. If your flight arrives later, don’t worry—the details will be provided upon arrival at the hotel. Overnight stay in Venice Mestre.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Four Points by Sheraton V... or similar
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2nd Day: Venice Mestre
After the tour, enjoy an included cicchetti tasting experience, Venice’s traditional small bites, in a local bar near St. Mark’s Square. The rest of the day is yours to continue exploring at your own pace or join an optional gondola ride* and a half-day excursion to Murano and Burano**. Overnight stay in Venice Mestre.
*Optional Gondola Ride Experience: Take part in one of Venice’s most iconic traditions with a shared gondola ride through its charming waterways, including the Grand Canal.
**Optional Half-Day Murano and Burano Excursion: Discover two of the most beautiful islands in the Venetian Lagoon, accompanied by your tour leader. Enjoy free time in Murano and Burano and learn about their traditional crafts, from Murano glassmaking to Burano lace.
Full Venice Experience Package: Make your day in Venice even more memorable with this specially priced package, combining two classic Venetian experiences: a shared gondola ride and a half-day excursion to Murano and Burano. Please note that the gondola ride is shared with other travelers and subject to weather conditions.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Four Points by Sheraton V... or similar
487 Reviews
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Activities
Cicchetti tasting experience
Light
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Guided Walking Tour of Venice
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Gondola Ride Tour in Venice
Light
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Half-Day Murano and Burano Excursion
Moderate
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Full Venice Experience
Moderate
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3rd Day: Venice Mestre - Verona - Florence
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Venice Mestre behind and travel by bus to Verona, a city known for its romantic atmosphere, elegant squares and Shakespearean legacy. Your tour leader will accompany you into the historic center, passing landmarks such as the Arena before giving you free time to explore at your own pace. During this time, you may choose to visit Juliet’s Balcony, stroll through Piazza delle Erbe or simply enjoy the city’s cafés and historic streets.
Enjoy an included Spritz experience at a central bar, featuring a short demonstration and tasting of this classic Italian aperitivo. You may also choose to join an optional guided walking tour of Verona* or enjoy a typical local lunch** before continuing to Florence. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour of Florence, from Piazza della Repubblica and Ponte Vecchio to Piazza della Signoria and the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Overnight stay in Florence.
*Optional Walking Tour of Verona: Stroll through Verona’s historic center with a guide, from Piazza Bra and the Roman Arena to Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori and Juliet’s House. Admission tickets to museums or attractions are not included.
**Optional Typical Local Cuisine Lunch: Take a delicious break in Verona and enjoy a relaxed lunch featuring two courses of traditional local cuisine and water. A perfect way to savor the flavors of the region before continuing your journey through Italy.
Taste of Italy Experience Package: Make your journey through Italy even more flavorful with this specially priced package, combining three culinary experiences: a typical local lunch in Verona, a traditional Florentine dinner and a Baroque Rome dining experience.
Cultural Italy Experience Package: Dive deeper into Italy’s artistic and historic heritage with this specially priced package, combining three enriching cultural experiences: a guided walking tour of Verona, a visit to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence and a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hilton Garden Inn Florenc... or similar
1886 Reviews
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Activities
Walking Tour of Florence
Moderate
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Spritz Experience in Verona
Light
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Taste of Italy Experience Package
Light
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Typical local cuisine lunch
Light
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Cultural Italy Experience Package
Moderate
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Walking tour in Verona
Active
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4th Day: Florence - Pisa - Florence
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, enjoy an included half-day excursion to Pisa, one of Italy’s most iconic cities. Take a guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli and admire its extraordinary monuments, including the world-famous Leaning Tower from the outside.
Return to Florence and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Art lovers may choose to visit the Uffizi Gallery* in the afternoon, while food lovers can end the day with an optional traditional Florentine dinner** featuring local specialties and the famous Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Overnight stay in Florence.
*Optional Uffizi Gallery Visit: Explore one of the world’s most important art museums, home to masterpieces by Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli and more. This activity can be purchased up to 30 days before departure and is not available on Mondays.
**Optional Traditional Florentine Dinner: Enjoy a local dining experience featuring Tuscan starters or pasta, Florentine steak served family-style, dessert, water and a glass of Chianti wine.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hilton Garden Inn Florenc... or similar
1886 Reviews
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Activities
Half-Day Tour to Pisa & The Leaning Tower
Moderate
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The Uffizi Gallery
Light
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Typical Florentine Dinner
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5th Day: Florence - San Gimignano - Siena - Rome
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Florence and journey through the rolling landscapes of Tuscany to San Gimignano, a hilltop town famous for its medieval towers and postcard-worthy skyline. Enjoy free time to wander its cobbled streets, browse artisan shops and take in the countryside views.
Continue with an included Tuscan wine tasting at a local winery before traveling to Siena, one of Tuscany’s most beautiful medieval cities. Enjoy free time to discover highlights such as Piazza del Campo, the cathedral and the winding streets of the historic center. Later, continue by bus to Rome, the Eternal City. Overnight stay in Rome.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Gambrinus or similar
1654 Reviews
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Activities
Stop in San Giminiano for a wine tasting
Moderate
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Stop in Siena
Moderate
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6th Day: Rome
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, uncover the power and grandeur of Ancient Rome on a guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. With skip-the-line entrance included, step inside the legendary Colosseum and imagine the epic spectacles that once filled this ancient arena.
Continue through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill as your guide reveals stories of emperors, temples, marketplaces and daily life at the heart of the Roman Empire. The tour ends at the Colosseum area, leaving you free to continue exploring Rome at your own pace. In the evening, you may choose to join an optional Baroque Rome by Night tour with dinner*. Overnight stay in Rome.
*Optional Baroque Rome by Night & Dinner: Experience Rome after dark, when its squares and fountains glow under the evening lights. See landmarks such as the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and Piazza Navona before ending the evening with a typical Roman dinner.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Gambrinus or similar
1654 Reviews
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Activities
Guided walking Tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Moderate
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Baroque Rome by Night & Dinner
Moderate
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7th Day: Rome
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a full day at leisure in Rome, a city where ancient ruins, lively piazzas and world-famous cuisine come together at every turn. Visit the Vatican, wander through historic streets or simply slow down with an authentic Italian gelato.
To make the most of your final full day, we recommend joining an optional guided visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel*, a hands-on pasta and tiramisu class in Trastevere** or an authentic Roman dinner***. Overnight stay in Rome.
*Optional Fast pass Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel: Discover the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Square with a guide. The tour is not available on Sundays, and St. Peter’s Basilica may be closed on Wednesday mornings or due to events.
**Optional Pasta & Tiramisu Making Class in Trastevere: Learn how to prepare fresh pasta and tiramisu in a charming Roman-style venue, guided by an English-speaking host. Includes lunch or dinner with wine.
***Optional Traditional Dinner in Trastevere: Savor a traditional Roman dinner in the historic Trastevere neighborhood, including an appetizer, first or second course, dessert, coffee and water.
Important: You can choose only one between the Traditional Dinner or the Pasta and Tiramisu making class. Vatican museum is compatible with either of them.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Gambrinus or similar
1654 Reviews
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Activities
Fast pass Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel
Active
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Pasta & Tiramisu Making Class in Trastevere
Light
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Authentic Roman Dining Experience
Light
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8th Day: Rome - UK/Ireland
Breakfast at the hotel*. At the indicated time, transfer from Rome hotel to the airport for your return flight.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
Categories
superior
From £999
- Accommodation in Superior 4* category hotels.
- Accommodation in standard room.
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The price includes
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Venice, Rome - UK/Ireland.
- 7 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.*more informationSee hotels included
- 7 breakfasts.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles as indicated in the itinerary.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Spritz experience in Verona, Tuscan wine tasting in San Gimignano & Cicchetti tasting experience in Venice.
- Guided walking tours in Venice, Florence and Pisa. Visit Verona, Siena & San Gimigniano.
- ATOL protection.
- Tour Leader from day 1 to day 7.
- Guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Rome.**more information
Not included
Tax*, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
*Accommodation tax in Italy must be paid directly to the hotel. Total for the 3 cities € 42,70 (6.20€ Venice Mestre- 14€ Florence -22.50€ Rome). We recommend taking cash in the local currency with you on this trip.
Important: please bear in mind that the accommodation included in Venice is located in Venice Mestre, which is situated outside the island, approximately 25-30 minutes away by train, bus or Taxi.
Please note that there is no luggage assistance included throughout the trip. We recommend packing accordingly.
Please bear in mind that some of the points of interest are not accessible by bus. In these cases, you will either walk the final stretch or take alternative transport such as the metro.
Due to the nature of the destination the terrain can be uneven at times, it may require you to walk on a rocky path, and up and down hills. If you have reduced mobility or use a wheelchair, this tour is not recommended. We kindly suggest contacting our Customer Service team to arrange a private tour, allowing us to customize the itinerary for your comfort and accessibility.
**Times and days in rome can be changed in according to the availability of the colosseum tickets. Clients will be inform by the tour leader during their trip. All included excursion are already guaranteed.
Important: If you have selected an activity package, please review its inclusions before adding extra services to avoid a double-booking.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of 6 months validity required.
Visa
No visa is required to enter the country.
Currency
Euro.
Language
Italian.
Electricity
220 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from EU countries.
Time zone
GMT + 01:00.
Other useful information
Entry requirements may change and it is the travelers’ responsibility to check the latest information before their trip.
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.
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Rest is paid in instalments according to your departure date.
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A Taste of Italy...
Exotica provided us with an incredibly memorable, intellectually stimulating, and phenomenally affordable trip through Italy. The excursions offered and the tour guides chosen to lead them were top shelf. I’ve traveled to 82 countries and give Exoticca my strongest endorsement
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