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12 day(s)
Private
2-15 people
moderate
Discover Italy through a classic journey that brings together the country’s most iconic cities, breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage. This carefully designed program takes travelers from the ancient wonders of Rome and the vibrant atmosphere of Naples to the rolling hills of Tuscany, the romantic canals of Venice and the elegant charm of Milan.
Combining guided visits, scenic transfers and authentic local experiences, this Grand Tour offers the perfect balance between history, culture, gastronomy and relaxation. It is an ideal itinerary for first-time visitors who wish to experience the very essence of Italy in one comprehensive and memorable journey
Duration
12 day(s)
Max Group Size
2-15 people
Tour Code
Grandtour
Departure Type
request
Tour Category
FIT
Guiding Method
Partially guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
0 - 0

Naples
Milano
Arrival in Naples and transfer to the hotel. Meet the driver, and transfer to Hotel Terminus **** or similar, in the city center. Enjoy free time to try a “sfogliatella” or “pizza fritta” or indulge in some shopping. Overnight stay
Breakfast at the hotel. Full-day excursion to Naples, Pompeii, and Vesuvius (shared tour with hotel pick-up/drop-off, guide, and tickets included). Visit Naples’ cathedral, its treasure chapel, and the Basilica of St. Restituta. See New Castle at Town Hall Square and enjoy views of the bay from St. Antonio's terrace. Explore Plebiscite Square, the Royal Palace, Umberto I Gallery, and San Carlo Theatre. Continue to Pompeii for a guided tour of its ruins, including the Forum and thermal baths. After a pizza lunch, hike Vesuvius to the crater for breathtaking views. Return to Naples. Overnight stay
Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer to Sorrento and take a shared boat tour to Amalfi and Positano. In Amalfi, explore at your own pace, visiting Piazza Dante, the Amalfi Duomo, and meandering alleys. The tour continues to Positano, where you can wander the streets, enjoy local shops, and taste limoncello. Afterward, return to Sorrento and transfer to Naples for an overnight stay
Breakfast, check-out, train transfer to Rome with luggage transport included. Accommodation in Hotel Starhotels Metropole **** or similar, city center. In the afternoon, meeting with the guide and guided tour of the historical city center covers all the main attratctions, such us, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Spanish Steps. Dinner and overnight stay
Breakfast at the hotel, visit the Colosseum, Imperial Forums, and Palatine Hill (shared tour with skip-the-line tickets). Afternoon free. Overnight stay
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out, and train transfer to Florence (luggage transport service included). Accommodation in C- hotels Joy **** or similar, city center. After arriving in Florence, transfer to a restaurant outside the city for a typical
Tuscan lunch and wine tasting, featuring Chianti wines, Vinsanto, Cinta Senese salumi, bruschetta, and hondmade ravioli. Return to the city, free afternoon and overnight stay
Breakfast at hotel. Guided walking tour of Florence’s highlights, including Michelangelo’s David, Palazzo Vecchio, and Ponte Vecchio. Visit the Fontana del Porcellino for good luck. Free time for lunch—try Florence’s street food stands or “chioschi”, like trippa or lampredotto. Overnight stay
After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring the medieval towns of Pisa. Travel by bus from Florence, and begin with a stroll along Pisa's medieval walls for stunning views of Piazza dei Miracoli.
Visit the Cathedral, Monumental Cemetery, and Baptistery, then marvel at the Leaning Tower. Take photos, learn about its history, and skip the line to climb the tower for a unique view of the square. Return to Florence for an overnight stay. The tour includes round-trip transport, guided visits, and entry tickets
Breakfast at hotel, check-out, and train transfer to Venice (luggage service and water taxi included). Accommodation in Hotel CHC Continetal **** or similar, city center. Free time. Overnight stay.
Breakfast at the hotel, guided walking tour of Venice. Explore Cannaregio, Rialto, Campo San Bartolomeo, and St. Mark’s Square, including the Basilica and Palazzo Ducale. The tour ends at St. Mark’s Square, including a visit to the Basilica. Overnight stay
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out, and train transfer to Milan (luggage service and water taxi included). Accommodation in Hotel Just Milano *** or simialr, city center. Free afternoon. Overnight stay.
Breakfast at the hotel, check-out and transfer to the airport 3 hours before the flight.
Accommodation in 4* hotel in the city center with breakfast (Naples 3 nights, Rome 2 nights, Florence 3 nights, Venice 2 nights, Milan 1 night)
Private tour with guide in Rome, Florence, Venice
Traditional Tuscany lunch and wine tasting in Florence outskirts on day 6, with private transfers from/to Florence
Transfers as listed in the program: Transfer from/to the airport/station; Private transfer from/to Sorrento; Train tickets to Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan 2nd class; Watertaxi from the hotel to the station
Luggage transport service from the train drop-off point to the transfer in all mentioned stations;
Shared tour with transfer and guided tour of Naples, Pompeii and Vesuvius, entrance tickets included;
Shared boat tour to Positano and Amalfi from/to Sorrento;
Guided visit of the archeological area of the Colosseum and Imperial Forums (shared tour, skip-the line tickets included, ca. 3 hrs);
Shared excursion to Pisa, including round-trip coach travel, a guided tour with an expert leader, entry tickets to the Cathedral and Leaning Tower
Entrance tickets
Naples : Pompeii Archeological site, Mt. Vesuvius crater, Amalfi Dome
Rome: Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Pisa: Cathedral, Monumental Cemetery, and Baptistery, Leaning Tower
Venice: St. Mark Church and Palazzo Ducale
Tips and personal extras
Everything that is not in the “included” section
Lunches and dinners, where not specified
Optional tours (not included):
Amalfi coast: Private boat tour with snorkeling and Prosecco
Rome: Rome night golf cart tour (2h) or Vatican Museum tour
Florence: In the afternoon, take a guided tour of Florence's churches, including the Santa Maria del Fiore complex, the Duomo, and Santa Croce. Visit the interior of the Cathedral, admire Brunelleschi's Dome and Vasari’s frescoes of the Last Judgment, and enjoy panoramic views of Florence from the exterior
Venice: Murano and Burano boat tour - Take a boat tour to Murano, famous for glassmaking, and Burano, known for colorful houses and lacemaking. Explore local shops, enjoy a relaxed lunch (not included), and discover island highlights with a guide. Return to Venice