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- Gold Operator
- Explore!
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 16
- Ages 16+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Venice's iconic canals and bridges
- Discover Bologna's famous culinary delights
- Wander through Florence's Renaissance streets
- Visit Pisa's stunning Campo dei Miracoli
- Tour Rome's ancient Colosseum and Forum
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Join trip in the fabulous island city of Venice
- Day 2 Venice walking tour including bird's-eye view from San Giorgio Maggiore Bell Tower
- Day 3 Train to Bologna; orientation walk, pasta making demonstration
- Day 4 Discover Bologna's food markets. Train to Florence; walking tour around the city
- Day 5 Visit to Pisa; see the incredible Leaning Tower
- Day 6 Fast train to Rome; guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
- Day 7 Trip ends in the Italian capital Rome
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel Villa Rosa
HotelDays 1, 2Zanhotel Regina
Hotelday 3Hotel Donatella
HotelDays 4, 5The Cross Hotel
Hotelday 6
Operated by
Explore!
Number of tours
550
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- ADavid· February 25th, 2023Venice Cooking class Guided tour in RomeShow moreTrip date: February 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AChris· April 23rd, 2023Personally, Florence was a special place, and it was nice to have two days there while nipping over to Pisa in the morning on the second day.Show moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ASue· April 23rd, 2023Our Tour Leader, Emi made the week. We were a small group of 4 and I felt she went above and beyond to get to know us and ensure we had the best experience possible in each city. It is a full on, whistle stop tour of each place but I feel I have been away for a month with everything that was packed in. Equally, people could drop in and out to do their own thing. We were recommended fabulous restaurants with great local speciality dishes which is very much part of the overall holiday experience for me.Show moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by Explore!
- APenelope· June 18th, 2023View from the tower on the island near Venice - over the whole of Venice. Sunset from the hill over the river in Florence - over the whole of Florence. The food !Show moreTrip date: June 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AEmma· September 24th, 2023Highlights included just being in Venice at last, St Marks Basilica, the pasta making in Bologna (Michelle was great), Favio's guided tour in Rome and we'll never forget climbing the Asinelli Tower!Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
Dates & Availability
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday15 Mar, 2026To Saturday21 Mar, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $4,340 per personMultiple Room Types
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday3 May, 2026To Saturday9 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $4,620 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday10 May, 2026To Saturday16 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $4,620 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday7 Jun, 2026To Saturday13 Jun, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $4,620 per personMultiple Room Types
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday4 Oct, 2026To Saturday10 Oct, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $4,620 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
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George
Asked on June 5th, 2025Can you help me to find the best package visiting Italy: Rome, Florence, Venice, Amalfi Cost and possibly Lake Como during march 25,2026 to April 8, 2026. We will be arriving and departing from Rome.
Explore!Operator•Written June 2025We do not have any tours that would combine all of those locations. We do have our Venice to Rome by Rail + Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast tour though that covers the majority of your requests, although it does not fit into your dates.
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George
Traveler•Written June 2025Sadly at this point, we can't reschedule our trip! I also want to know if a child, if 5 years old would pay for the package? Because we want something as family: 2 adults and 1 child!
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2025
At Explore, the majority of our tours have a minimum age of 16. We do have a few family tours however their minimum age is 7. We would not have any tours suitable for a child of 5.
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George
Traveler•Written June 2025By next year my son will be 6 years and 1/2. Closer to 7 years. Would be possible to join those packages??
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2025
They would need to be 7 at the time of travel to join our family tours. We would not accept someone who hasn't turned 7 yet. The specific tours you have inquired about though do have a minimum age of 16 so you would need to book onto a trip with Family in the title.
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Tammy
Asked on April 17th, 2025Are there no dates for this tour between May 16 and June 7?
- Explore!Operator•Written April 2025
We have a tour starting 10th to 16th May 26, and another starting 7th to 13th June 26, unfortunately, we do not have a tour date starting within these specific dates provided.
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Marc
Asked on April 1st, 2025Are all the hotels 4 star?
- Explore!Operator•Written April 2025
we have rated the Accommodation on this tour as: 4 Nights in comfortable hotels around 4* 2 nights in Mid - range hotels around 3*. Please see below the hotels we use on this tour: Hotel Villa Rosa, Zanhotel Regina, Hotel Donatella, The Cross Hotel
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Chemin
Asked on March 19th, 2025Are flights included in the tour package?
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
The tours are generally booked on a land only basis, but flights can be arranged at an additional cost.
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Brandon
Asked on March 18th, 2025how do I get a visa I live in the USA
- Explore!Operator•Written March 2025
Currently to travel to Italy a Visa is not required. A U.S. passport holder traveling to Italy for tourism or business does not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Requirements: Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure date from the Schengen Area (though 6 months validity is recommended). You need a return ticket or proof of onward travel.
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Beth
Asked on February 14th, 2025Is there a supplement for solo travelers?
- Explore!Operator•Written February 2025
Yes, there is a single room supplement of $420 if traveling alone.
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María Gisela
Asked on December 28th, 2024Is travel insurance included in the package?
- Explore!Operator•Written December 2024
Travel insurance is not included, but we recommend obtaining it before your trip.
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Toujer
Asked on December 9th, 2024What happens if the trip has low bookings?
- Explore!Operator•Written December 2024
If there are low bookings, the trip may still operate, but local representatives may lead instead of an Explore Leader.
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Vincent
Asked on October 10th, 2024What should I do if I need assistance during the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
For any assistance during the tour, please refer to the emergency contact details provided in your final documents.
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Trekking
Asked on July 25th, 2024What is the check-in time at the hotel?
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2024
Check-in is usually between 12:00 PM and 3:00 PM, with options for luggage storage.
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