The Essential of Italy
The Essential of Italy
$1425
The Essential of Italy
11 Days
Visiting: Rome, Orvieto, Castiglione Del Lago, Siena, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre, Genoa, Portofino, Milan, Verona, Lakes Region, Venice
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Tour code:
28817
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on "The Essential of Italy" tour, a captivating journey through Italy's heart, from the ancient streets of Rome to the romantic canals of Venice. This meticulously crafted itinerary invites you to explore Italy's rich history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Begin your adventure in Rome, where history comes alive at the Colosseum, the Roman forums, and the Vatican. Venture into Tuscany to discover the medieval charm of Orvieto, Siena, and the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa. Experience the enchanting beauty of the Cinque Terre and the elegance of Portofino. In Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, marvel at masterpieces by da Vinci and Michelangelo. The tour concludes in Venice, where a gondola ride through its storied canals offers the perfect farewell. With optional excursions and ample free time, "The Essential of Italy" tour promises an unforgettable exploration of Italy's most treasured sights.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Rome
Location: Rome
Welcome to Europamundo! Upon arriving at the airport, we will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. Check the information boards in the hotel reception area for details of the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 : Rome
Location: Rome
Today we will have a city tour of the capital of Italy and one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization. The Colosseum, the Roman forums, the squares and fountains of the center, the great life of the city. We finish in St. Peter’s in the Vatican, an independent state within the city of Rome and the center of the Catholic Church. You can visit the basilica and the museums.In the evening we include a transfer to Trastévere, a lively neighborhood known for its typical small restaurants.
Day 3 : Rome
Location: Rome
Free time the whole day to keep exploring the city. Today we suggest you take an optional excursion to Naples, Capri and Pompeii.
Day 4 : Rome, Orvieto, Castiglione Del Lago, Siena
Location: Orvieto, Castiglione Del Lago, Rome, Siena
Today we will discover the beautiful region of Tuscany. We will visit ORVIETO, the medieval city on top a mountain. Before entering the city, we will enjoy the impressive view from its viewpoint. Following this, we will include the cable car to the medieval center, where the cathedral stands out, a masterpiece of Italian Gothic art. The city has a network of visitable underground tunnels that were used as shelters and water reserves during times of war. We travel on to CASTIGLIONE DEL LAGO, on the banks of Lake Trasimeno, where we have time for a stroll and lunch. After lunch we go on to SIENA, with its famous Piazza del Campo and Duomo. Free time in the afternoon in Siena.
Day 5 : Siena, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Florence
Location: Siena, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Florence
We leave Siena and make a stop to see MONTERIGGIONI, a magical medieval little village with cobbled streets, walls, and little shops. After this we continue to SAN GIMIGNANO, a charming little city with its tall medieval towers. After lunch we travel to FLORENCE, arriving in the early afternoon. We suggest an afternoon visit to the Academy Gallery (closed on Mondays).
Day 6 : Florence
Location: Florence
After taking a photo at the Michelangelo viewpoint, where we can have one of the most beautiful views of the city, we will have a city tour with a local guide of the capital of Tuscany, one of the most visited cities in the country, considered the cradle of the Renaissance and some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli or Raphael. You will admire the Gothic cathedral (duomo), the ancient Stone Bridge (Ponte Vecchio) with its goldsmiths´ shops and the Signoria square - the political heart of the city with the town hall in a medieval building. Free time afterwards.
Day 7 : Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre, Genoa
Location: Pisa, Florence, Cinque Terre, Genoa
Today we continue our journey towards PISA. On a little tourist train we will travel to the Piazza Dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), where there will be time to admire one, the well known Leaning Tower of Pisa. After this we head to the Ligurian Coast, with some of the prettiest coastlines in Europe. We will visit the CINQUE TERRE which has been declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. It comprises of five villages, almost isolated by road, which live on fishing and tourism. We arrive by train, ticket included, to one of its charming towns (normally VERNAZZA, but on busy tourist dates it could be Manarola or Corniglia, very similar towns that are somewhat less crowded). Time to have a lunch. Afterwards we travel by train to LEVANTO, where we take the bus to continue to GENOA.Note: The train to Cinque Terre is a regular local railway service, not a tourist service. Sometimes the trains are full (it is not possible to book places on these trains) so it might be necessary, on occasion, to travel standing and not seated. In these cases we suggest walking to the monumental site (approximately 900 meters).
Day 8 : Genoa, Portofino, Milan
Location: Genoa, Portofino, Milan
We will continue our journey to the nearby city of SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE, where we will embark for PORTOFINO, one of the most exclusive places in Europe. Enjoy a stroll by the sea and time at leisure. After lunch, we continue to MILAN, the busy northern city in which we recommend a visit to the cathedral.Note: Due to weather conditions in winter, sometimes the boat to Portofino does not operate, in which case access will be by urban microbus (poor quality service, sometimes long waiting times).
Day 9 : Milan, Lakes Region, Verona
Location: Milan, Verona, Lakes Region
Today we see one of the most beautiful scenic areas of Europe, the region of the Italian lakes. First we will travel to LAKE ORTA in ORTA DE SAN GIULIO, a well-preserved medieval city. We take a train ride to reach the center of the medieval town, and then a boat to the ISLAND OF SAN GIULIO, a little island on the lake with a monastery. After this we go on to LAKE MAGGIORE, making a stop in STRESA, where we have the option to visit the Borromean Islands, and especially ISOLA BELLA with its gardens and palace (closed in the winter). Time for lunch. After lunch we go on to VERONA. Note: during the winter months the Orta train does not operate. In that case you will access the medieval town by walking approximately 800 meters from the bus parking lot.
Day 10 : Verona, Venice
Location: Verona, Venice
We will have time to see Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet before leaving for VENICE, where we arrive at about 13.00 hrs. We include a boat trip to the area of St. Mark’s Square, with a local guide we take a stroll around the City of Canals. There will also be a chance to admire the glasswork of Murano. Afterwards enjoy some leisure time, maybe a trip in a gondola? Accommodation in the Mestre district.
Day 11 : Venice
Location: Venice
After breakfast, end of our services.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Additional Services
City tour in: ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE Boat: To Island of St. Giulio, To the area of St Marks in Venice Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome Ticket admission: Murano glasswork in Venice Train: to the monumental field of Miracles in Pisa, Cinqueterre region , To Orta Ferry: Sta Margarita de Ligure/ Portofino Funicular: Orvieto
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Fully Guided
Travel by bus with English speaking guide
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Meals
Breakfast
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Transport
Includes arrival transfer
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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What is the recommended activity in Milan?
In Milan, it is recommended to visit the cathedral.
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What is the accommodation arrangement in Venice?
Accommodation in Venice is provided in the Mestre district.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights include a city tour of Rome, a visit to Orvieto with a cable car ride, a stroll and lunch by Lake Trasimeno in Castiglione Del Lago, exploration of Siena, a stop at Monteriggioni, a city tour of Florence, a visit to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower, a trip to Cinque Terre, a boat trip to Portofino, and a visit to Milan.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, breakfast is included in the tour package.
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What kind of guided tours are included?
The tour includes city tours in Rome, Florence, and Venice, as well as a visit to Murano glasswork in Venice.
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What kind of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes travel by bus with an English-speaking guide, arrival transfer, and various other forms of transportation such as a boat to the Island of St. Giulio and the area of St. Marks in Venice, a funicular in Orvieto, and trains to the monumental field of Miracles in Pisa and the Cinque Terre region.
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What happens if the boat to Portofino does not operate due to weather conditions?
If the boat to Portofino does not operate due to weather conditions, access will be provided by urban microbus, although this service may have long waiting times and be of poor quality.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, there is free time on several days, including a whole day in Rome, an afternoon in Siena, and leisure time in Venice.
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Is there an option to visit the Borromean Islands during the tour?
Yes, there is an option to visit the Borromean Islands, especially Isola Bella with its gardens and palace, during the stop at Lake Maggiore.
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