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Tour Overview
Discover the "Gems of Rome & Florence" on this captivating cultural tour through Italy's most iconic cities. Begin your journey in Rome, where history, art, and culinary delights await. Marvel at the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica and explore the treasures of the Vatican Museums. In Florence, immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural scene, from opera to contemporary art, and witness the Renaissance's cradle. Venture to the charming hilltop town of San Gimignano, renowned for its medieval towers and art treasures. Enjoy guided tours with multilingual local experts, savor Tuscan wines, and relax in superior accommodations. With private transfers and high-speed train travel, this tour offers a seamless and enriching experience of Italy's artistic and historical wonders. ...more ...less
Highlights
Rome bursts with history, art, and delicious food.
St Peter’s Basilica towers over the Vatican, showcasing the ambition of Rome’s Renaissance popes.
Florence is a living city with a vibrant cultural life, embracing opera, classical music, and contemporary art.
Explore San Gimignano, a hilltop city famous for its towers, frescoes, and art treasures.
Visit the Chianti Region for a wine tasting and lunch at a local winery.
Discover the magnificent Cathedral and Town Hall in Siena's Piazza del Campo.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Accommodation Name: Hotel Rinascimento or similar 4*
Whether you arrive at Rome Airport or Train Station, a driver will be waiting for you and take you to your hotel in a private transfer (Meeting points: Arrivals Hall at Fiumicino Airport/ at the end of platform 1 at Rome Termini Station). Settle in your room, with the remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 2
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ROME
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Hotel Rinascimento or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a small group tour. A half-day tour in the outstanding Museo Nazionale Romano, where Roman artistic treasures are kept, and Michelangelo became an architect. Ancient Rome and the Colosseum are huge and overwhelming, but where is all the precious art gone? That's kept in the Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Massimo and Terme di Diocleziano. In the short span of morning hours, you'll see so many famous art treasures away from the crowd and traffic; you'll stroll in an evergreen wood once belonging to the Thermal Baths of Diocletian, what's more, that huge courtyard was restored by Michelangelo! Let your guide treat you with lost statues from the imperial palace such as Myron's Discobolus (Discus Thrower) and the Old Boxer, richly painted frescoes from the Garden Villa of Empress Livia, colorful mosaics and tombs of any sort and kind! At the end of the tour, keep some space in your heart for science and astronomy, as you will walk in the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, housing the one and only planetary sundial built by XVII century astronomers for the Pope to calculate the perfect sequence of day and night throughout the seasons. Enjoy the pleasure of walking in amazing quietness in front of first-class art pieces and let Rome show you its best treasures!
Overnight in Rome.
Day 3
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ROME
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Hotel Rinascimento or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up to a rich breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a professionally guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, skipping long entrance lines. No stress to reach the area: upon arrival, your guide will lead you into the museums, through our preferred entrance, hence you’ll visit one of the most important art collections of the world. Admire the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Geographical Maps before arriving at the famous Sistine Chapel and the unforgettable Basilica! After the Sistine Chapel, you will be taken through exclusive access to St. Peter’s Basilica, skipping long lines. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 4
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ROME – FLORENCE (90min by high-speed train, included)
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel and then meet your driver in the hotel lobby for and private transfer to Rome Termini train station where they will board a high-speed train to Florence. Upon arrival, you will meet their driver within Florence’s train station and transfer to Florence hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Florence.
Day 5
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FLORENCE – SAN GIMIGNANO – CHIANTI – SIENA – FLORENCE (4hrs – 225km)
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Delight in a tasty breakfast at the hotel. Today you’ll visit the Chianti Region and enjoy a wine tasting and lunch in a local winery. The village of San Gimignano, the Chianti area and the medieval town of Siena are situated in the heart of our beautiful Tuscany. They are all compelling stops for those who want to learn about the region’s history and traditions. The first stop will be San Gimignano. Here you will have free time to visit the village and its splendid squares, palaces, churches and magnificent towers. The tour continues to the splendid area of the Chianti Classico. We will stop by a typical Tuscan winery where you will visit the cellars and vineyards and enjoy wine tasting. In the afternoon the tour continues with sightseeing in Siena. Here our local guide will lead our tour to the city centre. You will have the chance to admire the magnificent Cathedral and the Town Hall in the Piazza del Campo, the scenery of the world-famous Palio horse race. The tour will end with the visit to the marvellous Monteriggioni medieval fortress and then start your ride back to Florence where the tour will end.
Overnight in Florence.
Day 6
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DEPARTURE FLORENCE (8km – 20min)
Location: Florence
A private car will pick up you up from the hotel lobby and transfer you to Florence Airport for your flight back home.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
Operated with English or Spanish-speaking local guides during visits to Rome, Vatican Museums*, and Siena (Day 2, 3, 5)
*Vatican Museum closes on Wednesdays and Sundays, so the order of the itinerary might change
ACCOMMODATION:
5 nights’ accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*
Day 4, 5 Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night in Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*
Post-night in Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
MEALS:
5 Breakfasts
TRANSPORT:
Arrival private transfer from Rome International Airport or Train Station (Day 1)
Shared transportation as indicated in the itinerary for the scheduled activities (Day 2, 3, 5)
Private transfer from/ to train stations (Day 4)
2nd class tickets per person for high-speed train Rome-Florence (Day 4)
Departure private transfer to Florence International Airport (Day 6)
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: guided National Museum and Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli tour (Day 2); Vatican Museums tour (Day 3); San Gimignano visit, typical Tuscan winery visit including wine tasting, Siena sightseen tour (Day 5); all activities on a shared basis with small groups
OTHER:
Meet & Greet (driver only) (Day 1, 4)
What's Not Included
Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
Flights
Domestic and international flights are not included.
Drinks
Drinks during meals are not included unless specified otherwise.
Optional Tours
Optional tours, if any, are not included.
City Tax
City tax is not included and is payable on the spot.
Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
Camera/Video Camera Fees
Any fees for camera/video camera usage are not included.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc., is not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay. <br>
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Please Note
Please note that only the activities will be shared with other guests.
The itinerary order may change depending on the weekday of arrival, in order to make all activities, as Vatican Museums close on Wednesdays and Sundays
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Rinascimento or similar 4*
Day 4, 5 Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night in Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Rinascimento or similar 4*
Post-night in Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-3 Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*
Day 4, 5 Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night in Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*
Post-night in Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Experience seamless travel with private transfers from Rome Airport or Train Station, shared transportation for scheduled activities, and high-speed train tickets from Rome to Florence, ensuring a comfortable and efficient journey.
Accommodation
Enjoy 5 nights of superior accommodation in Italy, with stays at Hotel Rinascimento or similar in Rome and Hotel Adriatico or similar in Florence, both offering 4-star comfort and amenities.
Check out our Q&As
What languages are the tours conducted in?
The tours are conducted with local guides who speak English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian.
What happens if the Vatican Museums are closed on the day of my visit?
If the Vatican Museums are closed on the day of your visit, the order of the itinerary might change to accommodate this.
Are there any meals included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes 5 breakfasts.
What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes private transfers from Rome International Airport or Train Station on arrival, shared transportation for scheduled activities, private transfers to and from train stations, 2nd class high-speed train tickets from Rome to Florence, and a private transfer to Florence International Airport on departure.
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Are entrance fees included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included, such as guided tours of the National Museum and Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, the Vatican Museums, and visits to San Gimignano, a Tuscan winery, and Siena.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation in superior hotel categories, with stays at Hotel Rinascimento or similar in Rome and Hotel Adriatico or similar in Florence.
Is there an option to extend my stay in Rome or Florence?
Yes, there is an optional extra to book a pre-night in Rome at Hotel Rinascimento or a post-night in Florence at Hotel Adriatico.
Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Reviews of this operator
Marija
Rome and Amalfi Dream (On Request)
06-Oct-2022
Amalfi ride was an amazing experience! Scary and exciting at the same time. Accomodation was great, and we really liked how the itinerary was designed, because there is a ton of interesting content and still enough time for relaxation.
Betty
Campania Region Highlights, Private Tour
22-Jul-2022
The Amalfi Coast is stunning and the people of Italy were very welcoming and helpful. First, a shout out to Dario, my Pompeii guide - excellent! 2nd day was to be the Capri tour (amazing!) the lemon grove tour (also amazing, personal and very enjoyable), My guide for the walking tour in Napoli was wonderful.
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Diane
Rome and Amalfi Dream (On Request)
29-Jun-2022
Overall good. Tour guides we all exceptional. The transportation was a small issue, one ride cane over 30 minutes early (luckily we were ready). The other ride scheduled to take us back to the airport arrived 45 minutes late. Hotel in Rome a bit older but the staff and location very nice. A great restaurant across the street.
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Kelly
Rome & Splendid tour
01-Sep-2022
I loved everything about this tour. My only wish is that we could have stayed longer! Tui Italia took care in answering all our questions, and handling our delayed flight, as well as our early departure request. Each of the local guides along the way did a good job...especially Marco who led our excursion to Capri. The accomodations were clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this trip.
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Tui Italia requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tui italia charges.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Gems of Rome & Florence
6 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in Florence, Italy
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That's kept in the Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Massimo and Terme di Diocleziano. In the short span of morning hours, you'll see so many famous art treasures away from the crowd and traffic; you'll stroll in an evergreen wood once belonging to the Thermal Baths of Diocletian, what's more, that huge courtyard was restored by Michelangelo! Let your guide treat you with lost statues from the imperial palace such as Myron's Discobolus (Discus Thrower) and the Old Boxer, richly painted frescoes from the Garden Villa of Empress Livia, colorful mosaics and tombs of any sort and kind! At the end of the tour, keep some space in your heart for science and astronomy, as you will walk in the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, housing the one and only planetary sundial built by XVII century astronomers for the Pope to calculate the perfect sequence of day and night throughout the seasons. 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