Venice, Florence, Rome and Sorrento escorted small group by train with luggage service included
Venice, Florence, Rome and Sorrento escorted small group by train with luggage service included
Venice, Florence, Rome and Sorrento escorted small group by train with luggage service included
10 Days Starting in Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy and ending in 80067 Sorrento, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy
Visiting: Venice, Florence, Siena, Rome, Pompei, Sorrento, Capri
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 26
Age range:
1-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
English , FrenchTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
Start your journey in one of the world’s most beautiful cities: Venice. Here you will spend two nights and visit the main historical sites and taste plenty of local food, plus an incredible experience on Murano Island, where artisans will show you the art of glass blowing. Head to the center of the country to visit the most important Italian art cities: Florence and Rome. You will spend two nights in each city and visit the main historical sites, including Piazza della Signoria, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Uffizi courtyard in Florence, and Trevi fountain, Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter Basilica in Rome. Plus, on your second day in Tuscany, you will visit Siena and enjoy a food and wine experience in one of Chianti’s vineyards. Last stop: the breathtaking south of Italy. Start from Pompeii, visit the ancient ruins, and then finally relax in Sorrento, where you will enjoy a Capri full-day excursion, to end your holiday with unforgettable memories
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: NH Collection Murano Villa
Meals Included: Dinner
Upon arrival, make your way to your hotel and take your time to settle. 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 “furnace”. Return to your hotel and partake in a welcome dinner.
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Day 2 : Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: NH Collection Murano Villa
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today explore the floating City! 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 S. Marco with its Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, that leads to the prisons. Time at leisure to stroll on your own and buy local glass-made souvenirs.
Day 3 : Venice To Florence
Location: Venice, Florence
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Starhotel Michelangelo
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, take a high-speed train that will take you to Florence in two hours. 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 baptistery, and the Giotto’s belltower famous for its bronze “Gate of Paradise”.
Day 4 : Florence
Location: Florence, Siena
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Starhotel Michelangelo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Wine tasting
Enjoy the morning at leisure, and in the early afternoon join a "Siena and Chianti Countryside" tour to experience firsthand some of Tuscany's most breathtaking towns, where amazing views are around every corner. You will reach Siena by train to discover the treasures of one of the most beautiful cities in the world and immerse yourself 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
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, take a high-speed train to arrive in Rome. In the afternoon meet again for a guided stroll throughout the alleys of the 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. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 6 : Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning take advantage of the Hop-on Hop-off bus to get a panoramic tour of the "eternal city" and reach the Vatican Museum. With the "skip-the-line", you will have direct access to the Sistine Chapel and to San Peter's Basilica to visit the breathtaking masterpieces that you will find inside, as well as a great variety of galleries, with ancient sculptures, tapestry, middle-age maps, paintings, and stunning relics. You will admire the Pietà di Michelangelo and the incredible altar in bronze.
Day 7 : Rome To Sorrento Via Pompeii
Location: Pompei, Sorrento, Rome
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Europa Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
In the morning, after breakfast in the hotel, get on the high-speed train to Napoli. After an hour's journey, you will begin your wonderful day with a tour of the Sorrentine peninsula, stopping to see the extraordinary Pompeii and its magic. Let the dramatic history of the Roman city, destroyed, and buried by the eruption of the Vesuvius in 79 A.D, touch you. You will walk among the ruins of this mysterious city. Later you will continue to Sorrento, where your hotel, facing the sea, awaits you. The dinner will be at the hotel and afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your pleasure.
Day 8 : Sorrento & Capri
Location: Sorrento, Capri
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Europa Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, it is time to discover the island of Capri, a fascinating oasis for artists, writers, and celebrities, famous for Italian fashion brands and local hand-crafted shops. Visit the village of Anacapri, located 1,800 feet above sea level. Here, you can take a chairlift to Monte Solaro, spend your time exploring Villa San Michele and the Axel Munthe Gardens, or enjoy lunch at a typical local restaurant. Later you will go to visit the famous Piazzetta in Capri, where you can admire the amazing views out over the gulf. Walk along the most beautiful street until the August Gardens. Here, you can see the famous Faraglioni, the distinctive rocks. At the end of the trip, you will embark on the hydrofoil and come back to Sorrento. The dinner will be at the hotel and afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your pleasure.
Day 9 : Sorrento
Location: Sorrento
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Europa Palace
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
At the end of the tour, all you need is a relaxing day dedicated to shopping and the discovery of the Sorrentine peninsula. Therefore, we offer you a whole day of distraction where you can dive into the hotel's swimming pool, sunbathe at the beautiful beaches, or we can organize a tour to take you to Amalfi and Positano! The dinner will be at the hotel and afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your pleasure.
Day 10 : Sorrento
Location: Sorrento
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our trip to the discovery of the Italian beauties comes to an end, hoping you always keep this unique experience in your heart. Feel free to book some extra nights in Sorrento or a private transfer to Naples railway station or airport. Arrivederci!
What's Included
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ACCOMODATION
9 nights in 4* hotel • # 2 nights- Venice: NH Collection Murano Villa • # 2 nights - Florence: Starhotel Michelangelo • # 2 nights - Rome: Hotel Massimo D’Azeglio • # 3 nights - Sorrento: Grand Hotel Vesuvio
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Fully Guided
Professional English-speaking guide for the entire duration of the tour.
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MEAL
9 continental buffet breakfasts / 4 dinners / 1 food and wine tasting / Welcome drinks and snacks on trains
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Train Tickets
HIGH-SPEED TRAINS transfer in First class
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INCLUDED GROUP ACTIVITIES
Murano island walking tour with glass blowing visit / Highlights of Venice guided walking tour / Highlights of Florence guided walking tour / Siena discovery guided tour with food and wine tasting in a vineyard in Chianti / Baroque Rome guided walking tour / Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter Basilica / Hop on hop off 24H / Ruins of Pompeii guided tour / Capri full-day excursion
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CARBON OFFSET
We'll offset all the carbon emissions of your trip! We support international environmental projects oriented to carbon offset (according to Gold Standard, Verra standard, or CDM standard) and plant native tree species across Italy.
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WORRY FREE LUGGAGE
Thanks to our included porterage service at railway stations and/or our “luggage bus” (that delivers luggage from hotel to hotel), we make train travel stress-free.
What's Not Included
Optional Extras
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DINNER WITH FRIENDS
An occasion to stay together, have fun, and experience high-quality local food & wine in selected and typical restaurants. We want you to eat as an Italian, not as a tourist. - Venice: Cicchetti & Polenta dinner - Florence: Tuscan dinner with Fiorentina T-Bone steak - Rome: Pasta (Cacio & Pepe, Matriciana) dinner
Accommodation
4* international standard hotels
Check out our Q&As
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, it is.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, you will have free time to explore each city on the tour.
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What is the tipping policy?
Tips are not included in this tour and are not mandatory in Italy, but always appreciated. Feel free to leave a tip if you appreciate the service of guides, waiters, and so on...
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
You will travel with high-speed trains, and if necessary, by minivans for private transfers. Both have air-conditioning.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Before departure, you will have all the important details.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Each included activity has its entrance fee included
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes, we can.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, they are not. You can reach your hotel on your own, or feel free to ask us for a transfer quote.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
They are strongly recommended, but not mandatory.
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, they are not included.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Our Small-group tours always have a professional English-speaking Tour Leader for the entire duration of the tour.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
There is no limit to the luggage that can be brought. We recommend traveling light because of the limited luggage space on trains.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
4-stars International Standard Hotels.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Our solo travelers will have their private rooms. This allows you to participate in our tours with the comfort and privacy of your own room.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive a summary of itinerary with all the inclusions confirmed, with all the addresses and contacts needed.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, the hotels apply safety regulations. We select the best locations, all conforming to high international standards.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
We donate to FAI (Fondo Ambientale Italiano), whose purpose is to protect elements of Italy’s physical heritage that might otherwise be lost. Especially, we have “adopted” the Abbey of San Fruttuoso near Portofino to protect its beauty and uniqueness for future generations.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
In 2021 we received the GSTC and TRAVELIFE certifications, formalizing our efforts and actions. We are working to become a B Corp: our goal is to get the certification within the first half of 2023.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our Independent Tours are private and self-guided, ready to be enjoyed at your pace. Our Small Group Tours have scheduled departure, with a group of 26 or fewer, fully guided by a Tour Leader. Here you will pass your days with fellow travelers from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our company has been operating in Italy since 2015.
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Is this tour Carbon Neutral?
The tour's emissions are all offset thanks to our partnership.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please see cancellation policies.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It is not possible to join a tour once it has departed. It is possible to customize the tour by adding pre or post-nights, to best align your arrival and departure from Italy with the tour you would like to enjoy.
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