Art Cities of Italy - 2025
Art Cities of Italy - 2025
Art Cities of Italy - 2025
9 Days Starting in Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy and ending in Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Visiting: Venice, Florence, Greve in Chianti, Siena, Rome
Tour operator:
Tour code:
1532
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 6
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
Begin your journey in Venice, where you'll spend two nights discovering historical landmarks, savoring local cuisine, and witnessing the artistry of glass blowing on Murano Island. Continue to Florence and Rome, with three nights in each city. In Florence, explore renowned sites such as Piazza della Signoria, Brunelleschi’s Dome, and the Uffizi Courtyard. In Rome, admire the Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, and other world-famous attractions. With carefully selected hotels and seamless transportation, you’ll be free to fully immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of La Bella Italia
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: NH Collection Murano Villa or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Benvenuti a Venezia! Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and take your time to settle in (optional private transfer available on request).
In the afternoon meet your group, enjoy a welcome drink, and then follow your tour leader who will let you discover the ancient and precious glass-blowing art in a traditional Murano furnace. Return to your hotel and enjoy a welcome dinner
Day 2 : Venice Highlights
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: NH Collection Murano Villa or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today explore the floating city of Venice! Taking advantage of the Vaporetto Pass, move freely across the historical center of Venice. Your guide will take you through narrow alleys, canals, and small bridges to discover the main attraction, witnessing the mighty power of the city across the centuries. You’ll see the Rialto Bridge, Piazza St. Mark's Square with its magnificent Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs, which leads to the prisons. Afterward, enjoy time at leisure to stroll on your own and buy local souvenirs
Day 3 : Venice To Florence
Location: Florence, Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Starhotel Michelangelo or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, take a high-speed train that will take you to Florence in two hours, without worrying about your luggage. Once there, start our guided tour on foot throughout the Florentine streets, admiring the beauty of the Uffizi building with the Vasari Corridor, and the monumental group of the Duomo, including the stunning Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Baptistry, and the Giotto’s belltower famous for its bronze Gate of Paradise
Day 4 : Siena & Chianti
Location: Greve in Chianti, Siena, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Starhotel Michelangelo or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, join a Siena and Chianti Countryside for a full day to experience firsthand some of Tuscany’s most breathtaking towns, where amazing views are around every corner. We will reach Siena by train to discover the treasures of one of the most beautiful cities in the world and immerse ourselves in its art, culture, and traditions as the horse race the Palio, which takes place twice a year. You will explore the best that Siena has to offer, our guide will accompany you along the ancient streets of Siena through the most beautiful sites.
Continue towards a traditional farm and winery where we will learn about the winemaking process from grape to glass. Then enjoy a food and wine tasting session of Chianti wines as well as local products. Finally, sit back and relax on the return journey to Florence by train
Day 5 : Florence To Rome
Location: Rome, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, take a high-speed train to arrive in Rome. As before, don’t worry about your luggage, we will take care of it for you. In the afternoon meet again for a guided stroll throughout 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 possibility to make a wish, throwing a coin into the legendary Fontana di Trevi. The rest of the evening will be free
Day 6 : Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning take advantage of the Hop-on-Hop-off bus to get a panoramic tour of the Eternal City. Afterward, reach the Vatican Museums with the skip-the-line, and you will have direct access to the Sistine Chapel and to St. Peter’s Basilica. Visit the breathtaking masterpieces that you will find inside, as well as a great variety of galleries, with ancient sculptures, tapestries, middle-age maps, paintings, and stunning relics
Day 7 : Rome At Leisure
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
The entire day at your leisure or you may choose from optional tours such as the Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour, the Borghese Gallery tour if you prefer to learn more about local art and history, or maybe a fun Pizza Making Cooking Class to learn the secrets of the most famous Italian dish
Day 8 : Rome Departure
Location: Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, your trip to discover Italian beauties comes to an end, hoping you always keep this unique experience in your heart. Booking extra nights in Rome or a private transfer to Rome’s railway station or airport is available. Arrivederci!
What's Included
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• 8-night accommodation in 4-star hotels
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• Professional English and French-speaking guide for the entire tour
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• 8 continental buffet breakfasts
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• 1 welcome dinner
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• 1 food and wine tasting in a vineyard
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• Welcome drinks and snacks on the train
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• High-speed train travel in first class from Venice to Florence
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• Luxury coach transfer from Florence to Rome
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• Highlights of Venice Guided Walking Tour
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• Highlights of Florence Guided Walking Tour
What's Not Included
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• International or domestic airfare
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• Gratuities to guides and drivers
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• Travel insurance
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• Additional meals when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned on the itinerary
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• Local city tax for overnight stays
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• Visas required for entry into the country as necessary
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• Anything of a personal nature or that is not mentioned in included
Mode of Transport
High-speed train travel in First class. Luggage bus porterage service (your luggage will be delivered from hotel to hotel, making train travel stress-free)
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes high-speed train travel in First class, and a luggage bus porterage service ensures your luggage is delivered from hotel to hotel, making train travel stress-free.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in 4-star hotels for 7 nights. Specific hotels mentioned include NH Collection Murano Villa in Venice, Starhotel Michelangelo in Florence, and Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio in Rome, or similar accommodations.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 7 continental buffet breakfasts, 1 dinner, 1 food tasting, welcome drinks, and snacks on trains.
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What guided tours are included in the itinerary?
The tour includes guided walking tours of Venice, Florence, and Baroque Rome. Additionally, there is a guided tour of Siena with a food and wine tasting in a vineyard in Chianti, and a visit to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica with Skip-the-Line entrance.
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What activities are planned for the first day in Venice?
On the first day in Venice, you will meet your group in the afternoon, enjoy a welcome drink, and follow your tour leader to discover the ancient and precious glass-blowing art in a traditional Murano furnace. The day ends with a welcome dinner at your hotel.
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What can I expect during the visit to Siena and Chianti?
In Siena, you will explore the city's treasures and immerse yourself in its art, culture, and traditions. The tour continues to a traditional farm and winery where you will learn about the winemaking process and enjoy a food and wine tasting session of Chianti wines and local products.
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What options are available for the leisure day in Rome?
On the leisure day in Rome, you can choose from optional tours such as the Colosseum and Ancient Rome tour, the Borghese Gallery tour, or a fun Pizza Making Cooking Class to learn the secrets of making pizza.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, there is free time allocated during the tour, such as after the guided tour in Venice on the second day and during the leisure day in Rome on the seventh day.
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What is the Vaporetto Pass and how is it used?
The Vaporetto Pass is a 48-hour pass that allows you to move freely across the historical center of Venice using the city's waterbus system. It is included in the tour package.
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What is the Hop-on Hop-off service in Rome?
The Hop-on Hop-off service in Rome is a 24-hour pass that allows you to get a panoramic tour of the city, giving you the flexibility to explore various attractions at your own pace.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, please enquire for details, we'll be happy to assist wherever we can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.
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