Classic Italy
Classic Italy
Classic Italy
14 Days Starting in Sorrento, Italy and ending in Venice, Italy
Visiting: Naples, Sorrento, Ravello, Rome, Orvieto, Assisi, San Gimignano, Seaside Apartment, Florence, Venice
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IT2022
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Medium, Activity 3 / Pace 3
Age range:
0-99
Trip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Luxury, Walking Hiking and Trekking
Interests:
Activities:
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Tour Overview
Think of Italy and a host of images comes to mind... the glories of Rome, taking shape in the now silent roars of the Colosseum, priceless works of art by Michelangelo and other famed Italian artists whose masterpieces eternally evoke awe in Europe's greatest museums...
Discover bella Italia on one of Tauck's most popular journeys... in scenic Tuscan hill towns, centuries-old cities and countryside villages, and along the Amalfi Coast… in the treasures of Florence, coloring an era of enlightenment with a rich palette of paintings and architecture by Renaissance luminaries like da Vinci, Botticelli and Brunelleschi... along saltwater roads in Venice lined with magnificent palaces frozen in time... in sun-dappled Tuscan villages, medieval icons reigning over vineyard-draped landscapes that produce wines and foods that are regionally inspired, locally flavored and ultimately delizioso... and on an after-hours guided visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel for an extraordinary look at ageless masterpieces – without the crowds – during a three-night stay in the Eternal City...
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Naples / Sorrento
Location: Naples, Sorrento
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Excelsior Vittoria
Meals Included: Dinner
Tour begins: 6:00 PM, Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria. A transfer is included from Naples International Airport to Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in the southern resort town of Sorrento. Your historic hotel – family owned and operated since 1834 – overlooks the beautiful Bay of Naples and powerful Mt. Vesuvius. Get to know your fellow travelers at a welcome cocktail reception and dinner this evening. Note: We’re offering guests who pre-stay or arrive early in Sorrento an optional daytime sightseeing tour from Sorrento to the island of Capri on Day 1; see Pricing & Availability for details or ask at booking.
Day 2 : Discover The Amalfi Coast
Location: Ravello
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Excelsior Vittoria
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch,
Take an unhurried drive along the Amalfi Coast, one of Europe's most dramatic shorelines. Stop in Positano and visit Amalfi, where some medieval dwellings date to the 10th century, and Ravello, perched on towering cliffs above the sea. Explore Sorrento’s piazzas, old Roman streets and narrow alleys as you please upon your afternoon return, spending the evening as you wish and enjoying dinner on your own.
Day 3 : Ash-Covered Pompeii And On To Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,
Today, explore an ancient community captured in time – the excavated ruins of the Roman city of Pompeii, buried in volcanic ash when Mt. Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Walk through city streets with a local expert, where you'll discover remarkably preserved ancient architecture and artifacts that portray what daily life was like in this 1st-century city. Continue on to remarkable Rome, where your next three nights are spent at The Westin Excelsior, Rome, one of the most prestigious addresses on the famed Via Veneto.
Day 4 : After-Hours At The Vatican Museums
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your sightseeing today begins with a drive to St. Peter's Square in Vatican City for a tour of St. Peter's Basilica to view the art and architecture of one of the largest and most famous churches in the world. After a free afternoon spent as you wish in Rome, your evening is highlighted by a special Tauck Exclusive – an after-hours guided visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel (subject to availability and day of the tour may vary). This after-hours visit means you'll avoid the long lines found earlier in the day; the experience is rich when you explore the treasures in the Vatican Museums without the usual crowds. See the Candelabra Gallery, Map Gallery, and the Tapestries. In the Sistine Chapel, you'll view artist Michelangelo's masterpiece frescoes adorning the chapel's ceiling – and be able to contemplate all that you see in quieter surroundings. It's certain to be a true highlight on this most memorable of escorted Italy tours... one that you'll remember forever.
Day 5 : When In Rome, Do As The Romans Do
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
A sightseeing excursion begins the day in Rome, once the virtual capital of the ancient world, and now Italy's capital city. Witness the grandeur of the 2,000-year-old Colosseum; see Circus Maximus, the 4th-century BC stadium where chariot races were held, and the ruins of the Imperial Palace. This afternoon and evening, enjoy some free time to explore what interests you most in Rome.
Day 6 : Hilltop Orvieto
Location: Orvieto
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Borgo dei Conti Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,
Journey to Orvieto, set on a 984-foot-high plateau overlooking vineyards below. Visit the Duomo of Orvieto, a notable Romanesque-Gothic cathedral built over a span of 300 years. After a trattoria lunch near the Piazza del Duomo and some time to explore, continue through the wine-producing regions of Umbria. Arrive in the region's capital, Perugia, and your home for the next two nights, the Borgo dei Conti Resort, a Relais & Chateaux® property whose origins lie in what was once a fortified medieval village. Tonight, attend a wine tasting followed by dinner at your park-like resort.
Day 7 : Medieval Treasures Of Assisi
Location: Assisi
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Borgo dei Conti Resort
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Drive to Assisi, a well-preserved medieval hill town designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its art and architecture, and the hometown of St. Francis, the revered patron saint of animals and founder of the Franciscan order. Visit the Basilica di San Francesco, built to honor Assisi's beloved saint and favorite son and his final resting place. Gaze at the basilica's impressive 13th- and 14th-century frescoes, some of Italy's finest, and enjoy some free time in the center of town. This afternoon, return to your resort, where you'll discover the secrets of creating Perugia's most famous product in a chocolate-making class – another highlight of one of Tauck's most popular escorted Italy tours!
Day 8 : San Gimignano To Seaside Viareggio
Location: San Gimignano, Seaside Apartment
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Grand Principe di Piemonte
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Depart your Umbrian resort and head for Tuscany, where for centuries the beauty of nature has blended with the ingenuities of mankind; your travels through the rolling Tuscan hills take you through golden landscapes dotted with olive and fig trees. Arrive in the hilltop town of San Gimignano, one of its gems. Medieval towers, built in the 12th century by the nobility, are visible from afar. Stroll along the quaint streets and visit Piazza della Cisterna, one of Italy’s most picturesque town squares. Continue your journey through lush Tuscan countryside to the seaside resort town of Viareggio for an overnight stay.
Day 9 : Cinque Terre's Seaside Storybook Villages
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Excelsior, Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
Cinque Terre was accessible only by sea for hundreds of years, five picture-book fishing villages nestled between the Mediterranean’s blue waters and the rugged coastal mountains. Cruise along the shores of the Italian Riviera (weather permitting) where views of these centuries-old Cinque Terre villages, set on rocky bluffs hemmed in by steep cliffs, are a knockout! Next, travel by train through the mountains to one of the villages, where you’ll get a look at daily life – from the colorful fishing boats home from the sea, to the wine, olives, and citrus fruit produced locally. You’ll have some time to explore the cobblestone streets and alleyways, perhaps sampling the unique flavors of the local cuisine for lunch. Journey on to the Tuscan city of Florence for a three-night stay in its Renaissance heart; you'll have an opportunity to dine at your hotel's glass-walled rooftop restaurant with 360-degree views of one of the world's most beautiful cities.
Day 10 : The Art Of Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Excelsior, Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner,
A briefing by an art history lecturer precedes a walking tour of Florence and a guided visit through the collections of works by many of the greatest artists of the 14th and 15th centuries – including Michelangelo’s famous sculpture of David and paintings by Botticelli, Uccello, Ghirlandaio, del Sarto and others – at Galleria dell’Accademia. Flourishing for more than four centuries, the world-renowned institution was established in 1563 as the first art school in Europe. Following an included lunch, you'll have time on your own in Florence this afternoon; your hotel is right in the heart of the city, which makes it easy to explore! Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant tonight.
Day 11 : Inside The Uffizi Gallery
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Excelsior, Florence
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, Florence is yours to enjoy as you please; you may want to visit the Pitti Palace or the Medici Chapels, or stroll across the Ponte Vecchio to the lovely Boboli Gardens. Tonight, join a local expert for an after-hours, guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery, Florence's extraordinary art museum founded by the Medici family in the 16th century; it can be rightfully called the oldest art gallery on Earth. Admire some of the world's greatest art masterpieces on display within its walls, including works by Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and more.
Day 12 : Ride A Fast Train To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Danieli
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch,
Guests rave that one of the things they like best about our Italy tours is traveling by different modes of transportation; Classic Italy continues today with a journey aboard a sleek high-speed train from Florence to Venice. Transfer by canal boat to your hotel, conveniently located near St. Mark’s Square; after lunch, you'll indulge in the quintessential Venetian experience, a serenade aboard a gondola on the canals followed by an afternoon to explore Venice as you wish. Dinner tonight is on your own in Venice, a city embraced by the most popular Italy tours for its many fine restaurants! This evening, depart your hotel for a private, after-hours tour of St. Mark’s Basilica, surely to be a highlight during your stay in Venice!
Day 13 : Venice As You Wish
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Danieli
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner,
This morning, enjoy a guided tour of the sumptuous Doge’s Palace, once the official residence of the elected officials of the Venetian Republic. The rest of your day is free to do as you please in Venice – and to say that you have a lot of choices is an understatement. You might decide to visit the museums, an eclectic group housing some of the world’s most famed art; stroll the winding, narrow streets that lead to countless bridges; or perhaps you might choose to take a boat to one of the islands in the Venetian Lagoon, such as Murano, Burano or Torcello, where centuries-old crafts and a kaleidoscope of color are found... This evening, join us for a farewell cocktail reÂcepÂtion and dinner that marks the end of one of Tauck's most popular escorted Italy tours.
Day 14 : Journey Home
Location: Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tour ends: Venice. Fly home anytime; a transfer is included from the Hotel Danieli to Venice's Marco Polo Airport. You should allow a minimum of 3 hours for flight check-in.
What's Included
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Accommodation
All 11 Days Hotels and 2 Days Resort
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An in-depth briefing by an art historian before a walking tour of Florence
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Guided visit through the famed Galleria dell'Accademia, the oldest art school in Europe
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A boat cruise along the Mediterranean shores of Cinque Terre for an in-depth look at these remote, centuries-old coastal villages (weather permitting)
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Cruising the canals of Venice in an iconic gondola
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Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
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26 meals; service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Activity 3 / Pace 3
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Dates & Availability
Wednesday - Tuesday
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Low Deposit
Tauck requires a minimum deposit of 350 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tauck charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
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