This Rome, Florence, Venice tour includes Tuscany and Umbria plus the Amalfi Coast and Parma. This is an extraordinary itinerary combining Italy’s great cities traveling from Rome to Venice, with its country road highlights Parma, Tuscany and Umbria. Indulge in Italy’s lesser known destinations like Assisi, Orvieto and Perugia in the Umbria region. And in Tuscany discover the world renown Chianti and charming Lucca. This tour also includes the classy and refined northern Italian town Parma. Discover Italy’s off-the-beaten-path gems on this lovely trip through Italy.
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Highlights
Rome, Florence, Venice tour including Tuscany and Umbria Sightseeing Highlights
- Rome: Tour the Colosseum
- Rome: Enjoy a private guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Pompeii: A local tour guide will escort you through the ancient Roman city, which was frozen in time in 69AD when Mt. Vesuvius erupted.
- Isle of Capri: Cruise across Bay of Naples to visit the beautiful island.
- Assisi: Visit the Basilica of Francis to view Giotto’s frescoes and learn why they are so important to both medieval and Renaissance Europe.
- San Gimignano: Tour the tower town and enjoy a gelato tasting.
- Perugia: Visit a workshop to learn about the art of hand-weaving textiles.
- Florence: Enjoy a tour of the historic center including the Duomo, the belltower, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Signoria Square.
- Florence: Witness a leather-work demonstration.
- Cinque Terre: Travel by train and boat to enjoy time in one of the five charming fishing villages.
- Parma: Enjoy Parmigiano-Reggiano tasting.
- Venice: To the tune of accompanying musicians, you are serenaded through the atmospheric canals by gondola, past water-lapped doorways and Rococo palaces.
- Venice: Cruise to St. Mark’s Square by private launch. See St. Mark’s Basilica, bell tower, clock tower, Doges’ Palace and Bridge of Sighs.
- Venice: Witness hand-made Venetian glass-blowing
Accommodations
Comprehensive Italy Tour Accommodations
This Italy trip itinerary includes Tuscan hill towns, Etruscan tombs, a Benedictine abbey and the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. The driving days are not too long, with convenient stops at Italy’s sightseeing highlights.
Rome 2 Nights, Room 007 Select
Sorrento 2 Nights, Majestic Palace Hotel
Todi 2 Nights, Hotel Fonte Cesia
Perugia 2 Nights, Sangallo Palace Hotel
Florence 2 Nights, Relais Certosa
Lucca 2 Nights, Villa La Principessa
Parma 1 Night, Starhotels Du Parc
Venice 2 Nights, Hilton Molino Stucky
17-Day Rome, Sorrento, Todi, Perugia, Florence, Lucca, Parma, Venice
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Italy Tour Daily Itinerary
DAY 1 – Depart for Italy
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DAY 2 – Comprehensive Italy Tour Begins in Rome
This morning you’ll arrive in Rome. Known as the “Eternal City” because of long and important history. After check-in to your hotel get out and stroll around. This evening you’ll you’re your tour director and fellow travelers at the welcome reception, which includes dinner with wine.
Hotel: Veneto Palace, Rome
Meals: Welcome Reception and Dinner
DAY 3 – Vatican Tour
This morning you’ll visit St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City.
Then cross the Tiber river to see the Circus Maximus and learn about the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum on a guided visit. Imagine the roar of the spectators as you enter the arena and stroll around picturing the gladiators and their adoring fans.
Afterward, you have free time to explore Rome independently.
Hotel: Veneto Palace, Rome
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 4 – Travel from Rome to Sorrento
This morning your tour departs Rome for the colorful and lively Campania region. Your destination is Sorrento located on a cliff above the Bay of Naples with views of Capri and Mt. Vesuvius.
Hotel: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 5 – Visit Capri
This morning you’ll travel by high-speed ferry across the Bay of Naples to reach the Isle of Capri. Jutting straight out of the Mediterranean Sea, the beauty of this rock island has attracted tourists for over 2,000 years. From Ancient Roman Emperors to modern day superstars. Upon arriving you’ll take the funicular to the main piazza. You’ll have time to browse the boutiques full of Made in Italy fashions and designs. You may also want to relax, enjoy an espresso, and enjoy the views.
After time in Capri, you’ll return to Sorrento, where you have time at leisure.
Hotel: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 6 – Pompeii to Todi
Journey to the ancient Roman city of Pompeii and explore this extraordinary site with your Local Expert.
Afterward, travel north into Italy’s Green Heart to the region of Umbria and finally Todi. Located on a hilltop pedestal overlooking a vineyard-covered plain. Savor the distinctly medieval ambiance during your orientation and admire the Piazza del Popolo where locals take their evening ‘passeggiata’.
Take in the flavors of the region and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant with a glass of Orvieto Classico wine – a magical culinary experience!
Hotel: Fonte Cesia, Todi
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 7 – Todi
Immerse yourself in the enchanting medieval town of Todi, where you can wander through picturesque streets, marvel at historic architecture, and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding Umbrian countryside.
Hotel: Fonte Cesia, Todi
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Signature Evening
DAY 8 – Umbria Sightseeing: Assisi and Perugia
In Assisi, see St. Clare’s Church and the cathedral. Continue to walk down the Via San Francesco and visit the huge Basilica of St. Francis with a Local Expert.
Then, journey to beautiful Perugia, the jewel of Umbria. Your guided walking exploration begins in the main street of Perugia’s Old Town. See the Collegio del Cambio, the splendid Priors’ Palace, the Cathedral and the finely sculptured Great Fountain in the magnificent main square.
In the evening there is the option to discover the edible treasures of a traditional Umbrian kitchen, accompanied with wines of the region.
Hotel: Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 9 – Perugia Tour
Today visit the local weavers who are preserving the ancient craft of loom-weaving.
With the rest of your day at leisure, perhaps visit Cortona, one of the oldest hill towns in Tuscany. On this Optional Experience, journey to a recently unearthed Etruscan Temple before a guided exploration through the town’s historic center with views of Lake Trasimeno and the Val di Chiana.
Hotel: Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 10 – Umbria to Florence
Journey past Lake Trasimeno to Renaissance Florence.
On arrival you will walk with a Local Expert to see the marble-clad cathedral, bell tower and Gates of Paradise on the baptistery. Enjoy time at leisure to explore Piazza della Signoria, still the political heart of Florence and an open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces. Spend time gazing at the fountains and sculptures along the front of the Palazzo Vecchio. Wander the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods of gold and leather.
This evening journey through the rolling, cypress-clad hills and vineyards of Tuscany and enjoy a delicious exploration of Tuscany’s red wines, discovering their robust flavors and absorbing history before arriving at your elegant hotel.
Hotel: Relais Certosa, Florence
Meals: Buffet Breakfast & Dinner with wine
DAY 11 – Tuscany: Siena & San Gimignano
This morning explore Siena. Choose to visit the medieval Basilica of St. Catherine or alternatively, sample panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert.
Afterward, continue to the hilltop town of San Gimignano. Enjoy a tasting with award-winning, master gelato maker, Sergio Dondoli whose great inventions include innovative and mouth-watering flavor combinations.
Hotel: Relais Certosa, Florence
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 12 – Tuscany: Florence to Lucca
Travel to Lucca to view the churches, squares and palaces, perfectly preserved within encircling medieval ramparts. Pause a while and taste the lavish loaves of buccellato, Lucca’s sweet raisin anise bread, said to be a favorite of the ancient Roman army.
Later, you could take the opportunity to explore Pisa.
Hotel: Villa La Principessa, Lucca
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Three-course Dinner with wine
DAY 13 – Cinque Terre Tour
Today you’ll visit one of Italy’s most picturesque areas, the Cinque Terre, or ‘five villages’, that for years, were only accessible by donkey. At this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll be escorted by a local guide. The day includes a cruise weather permitting along the coast where you’ll enjoy views of the rugged coast and villages set into the cliffs.
After free time to enjoy the area you’ll return to Lucca where you’ll have the evening at leisure to enjoy a Tuscan meal at a local trattoria.
Hotel: Villa La Principessa, Lucca
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 14 – Lucca to Parma
Today you’ll travel across the Italic peninsula from Tuscany to Italy’s fertile plain Emilia-Romagna region.
The tour includes an experience of the authentic Emilia-Romagna product, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Hotel: Starhotels Du Parc, Parma
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 15 – Modena & Venice
Visit one of Modena’s top producers of authentic, traditional, artisan balsamic vinegar and take a master class to understand what makes this vinegar as expensive as top-rated wines.
Continue on through the Soave vineyards past Padua to Venice, Queen of the Adriatic.
To the tune of accompanying musicians, you will be serenaded through the atmospheric canals as you glide by gondola past water-lapped doorways and rococo palaces.
Hotel: Molino Stucky Hilton, Venice
Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Celebration Dinner
DAY 16 – Venice Tour
(Relaxed Start) Wake up ready to embrace this romantic city. Witness the art of glassblowing on a visit to a traditional arts center. Then only minutes away by private launch is St. Mark’s Square where the city’s former wealth and power are evidenced by the riches of St. Mark’s Basilica. Admire also the Doge’s Palace and its adjoining Bridge of Sighs. The rest of the day is at leisure.
In the evening, cruise the islands of the Venetian Lagoon to arrive at Burano, famous for its candy colored houses. Sit down to a sumptuous dinner with wine, sampling the local specialties.
Hotel: Molino Stucky Hilton, Venice
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
DAY 17 – Comprehensive Italy Tour Ends in Venice
Today your Italian Holiday ends in Venice. After two weeks traveling from Rome to Southern Italy, Tuscany, Umbria, Emili-Romagna, and northern Italy’s Veneto region you’ll depart with fond memories and newfound friends. Your departure transfer arrives Venice Airport at 08:00 or 09:30.
Meals: Buffet Breakfast
