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- Platinum Operator
- Eskapas
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Guided in English, Spanish
- Group Size 1 - 45
- Ages 6+
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Explore the iconic Colosseum with a guide
- Visit St. Francis Basilica in medieval Assisi
- Discover Florence, the Cradle of Renaissance
- Sail to Mykonos, the Island of the Winds
- Tour Athens and the majestic Acropolis
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Saturday: Arrive in Rome
- Day 2 Sunday: Rome - Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill(*)
- Day 3 Monday: Rome - Assisi - Siena - Florence
- Day 4 Tuesday: Florence
- Day 5 Wednesday : Florence - Bologna - Padua - Venice
- Day 6 Thursday : Venice
- Day 7 Friday : Venice - Tuscany - Montepulciano - Rome
- Day 8 Saturday : Rome to Athens (Flight)
- Day 9 Sunday : Athens
- Day 10 Monday: Athens - Mykonos
- Day 11 Tuesday : Santorini
- Day 12 Wednesday : Rhodes
- Day 13 Thursday: Kusadasi (Turkey) - Patmos
- Day 14 Friday: Athens Departure
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- 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.
- Optional Extras
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel St. Martin
HotelDays 1, 2, 7Upgrade AvailableHotel Raffaello
HotelDays 3, 4Hotel Delfino Mestre
Hotelday 5Hotel Central Athens
HotelDays 8, 9, 14Cruise Ship
Berth / CabinDays 10, 11, 12

Operated by
Eskapas
Number of tours
46
Age Range
6 to 80 years old
Response time
4 hours
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- ETElizabeth J· June 14th, 2025Fantasy tour guide - Sabrina was an outstanding tour guide—extremely knowledgeable, warm, and attentive. She had a gentle and friendly manner and always prioritized our health and safety. Her professionalism and care made the entire experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommended!Show moreEskapas commented on this reviewHi Elizabeth, Thank you for your time to review us. Kind regards, AysegulTrip date: May 2025
- AGabriel P.· November 21st, 2024We got to see every place they promised, and nothing felt rushed. They were very meticulous about time management. With good hotels and great food, it turned out to be a fantastic tour experience. My favorites were the cruise and Rome. I highly recommend it to everyone. A big thanks to our Italy guide, Matteo, for his efforts and valuable insights!Show moreTrip date: April 2023Review collected by Eskapas
- AIvy N.· November 21st, 2024The tour guides were excellent—informative, organized, caring, fun, and approachable. There was a great balance between guided tours and free time to explore on our own. Most of the hotels and services were very good, and the food was fantastic! It’s a great way to experience the highlights of two incredible countries in one tour. A big thank you to everyone!Show moreTrip date: August 2024Review collected by Eskapas
- AJulian H.· November 21st, 2024It wasn’t the best tour I’ve been on, but I still found it above average. There were a few minor issues, and although they were resolved, as someone who’s quite particular, I can’t say it was great. However, it’s still worth trying.Show moreTrip date: October 2023Review collected by Eskapas
- ABrooke C.· November 21st, 2024The staff were considerate, respectful, and thoughtful throughout the trip. A big thank you to Eskapas for such a great experience!Show moreEskapas commented on this reviewThank you for your time to review us. Regards, AysegulTrip date: September 2024Review collected by Eskapas
- APatrick T.· November 21st, 2024I joined this tour with my granddaughter and daughter, and we didn’t encounter any major issues. Since I enjoy staying active and walking, I found the three-day cruise a bit long—it might have been better if it lasted only a day. The guides and drivers did an excellent job. However, the staff at the hotels in Florence and Venice were quite rude. Rather than helping, they chose to ignore the small problems we had. Overall, it was a good experience, and my granddaughter was especially happy, which is enough for me.Show moreEskapas commented on this reviewThank you for your review. Regards, AysegulTrip date: April 2024Review collected by Eskapas
- AMateo R· November 21st, 2024Italian and Greek cuisine is an absolute paradise for vegetarians. I have to start by saying that! I couldn’t get enough of the olive oil-based dishes and fresh salads. The cruise was also a truly special experience. It lasted three days and gave us a much-needed break after the busy schedule. Many thanks to all the Eskapas staff!Show moreEskapas commented on this reviewThank you for your time to review us. Regards, AysegulTrip date: September 2024Review collected by Eskapas
- ALucia A.· November 21st, 2024It was fun, fast-paced, and friendly. If you're over 65, you might find it a bit tiring, but I definitely think it's worth it. You'll discover many amazing places across Italy and Greece, feel special during the cruise, and be supported by an excellent staff throughout the tour.Show moreTrip date: October 2024Review collected by Eskapas
- ADiego L.· November 21st, 2024The guides were knowledgeable and professional. The trip was great, with so many beautiful places, especially Venice and Rome. Our guide in Greece was very knowledgeable about Athens and Greek history. The accommodations were above average. While everyone loved the cruise, I personally preferred the land trips.Show moreTrip date: October 2024Review collected by Eskapas
- AJoshua H.· November 21st, 2024The trip offered plenty of opportunities to explore beautiful destinations, with smooth organization and well-timed breaks along the way. The cruise experience, in particular, was amazing. It was my first cruise, and for three days, I felt like I was on cloud nine. An unforgettable journey from start to finish!Show moreTrip date: June 2024Review collected by Eskapas
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- From Saturday20 Sep, 2025To Friday3 Oct, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold out
- -3%From Saturday27 Sep, 2025To Friday10 Oct, 2025English, SpanishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday4 Oct, 2025To Friday17 Oct, 2025English, SpanishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday11 Oct, 2025To Friday24 Oct, 2025English, SpanishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday28 Mar, 2026To Friday10 Apr, 2026English, SpanishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday4 Apr, 2026To Friday17 Apr, 2026English, SpanishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday11 Apr, 2026To Friday24 Apr, 2026English, SpanishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday18 Apr, 2026To Friday1 May, 2026English, SpanishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
- -3%From Saturday25 Apr, 2026To Friday8 May, 2026English, SpanishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,393NZ $8,142 per personMultiple Room TypesPort Taxes and Cruise Gratuities$345
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- J
Jenny
Asked on July 18th, 2025Is there an option to add a couple of days Istambul city tour with this package?
- EskapasOperator•Written July 2025
Yes, we can definitely add an Istanbul city break to your trip, including guided visits, hotel accommodation, and airport transfers. Could you please let me know how many days you'd like to stay in Istanbul? Also, will you be booking your flights on your own, or would you prefer us to assist with that? Just a heads-up—October availability is very limited, so I recommend moving forward quickly to secure your spot.
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Sally
Asked on July 13th, 2025We want to be in one room. We are open to vacation rental that are completely private or hotels with ample space but all together. We just returned from a trip to Africa. It a little weird in that way. Our 14-year-old… They wanted him in his own room and that was odd for us. Obviously his own bed but… we'd like w1 king size bed for myself, my husband and our to be six-year-old and a smaller bed for the older kiddo is ideal.
- EskapasOperator•Written July 2025
The reason behind the idea of accommodation 2 people in one room (max 3 people in a room) the hotels are built that way during their construction plan. The family rooms are usually in resort hotels. We can accommodate four in a room during Greece part including in the cruise ship and in Athens together. Unfortunately the trip in Italy offers double, single, triple room.
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Sally
Traveler•Written July 2025We only need a king size bed and a smaller bed so whatever works but we can't separate our family. You know what I mean.
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Sally
Traveler•Written July 2025We're hoping for June 12th ish -July 3rd ish 2026.
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Lynne
Asked on April 22nd, 2025I am Pescatarian - Does not eat meat but eat Fish
- EskapasOperator•Written April 2025
Being pescatarian won't be a problem—you'll find plenty of suitable options while traveling in both Greece and Italy. I recommend informing your tour leader in Italy when you meet them, just to ensure everything goes smoothly.
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Mario
Asked on January 19th, 2025Can I book excursions before I arrive?
- EskapasOperator•Written January 2025
Excursions can be booked upon arrival, but you can also inquire about booking in advance.
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Jason
Asked on December 4th, 2024What type of accommodation will be provided?
- EskapasOperator•Written December 2024
Your hotel accommodations are generally 4-star facilities with various amenities.
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Lee
Asked on August 28th, 2024I want to book the 12 day tour of Italy and 3 day cruise of greek islands. I saw somewhere it said vativan. Which is what we want. But dont see it in itinerary. There is a trip to some small town for the day. Can we somehow stay in rome and book the vatican rather than easte a day in something we don't want.
- EskapasOperator•Written August 2024
We can customize the program for you. On Day 2, instead of visiting the Colosseum, we can arrange a tour of the Vatican for you. Another option would be to arrive in Rome a day earlier. We can arrange pre-tour accommodation and a Vatican tour on that extra day at an additional cost.
- EskapasOperator•Written August 2024
Since Day 2 falls on a Sunday, the Vatican will be closed. The best option would be for you to arrive a day earlier, allowing us to arrange the Vatican visit for Saturday.
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Lee
Traveler•Written August 2024That would be great. Arrive a day or two before the tour starts. Ill check our timing and airfares.
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Morgan
Asked on July 19th, 2024are the hotel beds single person sized or more than 2 people? We were trying to book a TRIPLE room but it did not let us because it says only 2 travelers.
- EskapasOperator•Written July 2024
The system doesn't allow you to book because this trip is sold out until March 2025. We recommend you to book 16-day Italy and Greece Highlights with Island Hopping Tour.
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Morgan
Traveler•Written July 2024do you have any options for 12 days for September? Italy and Greece only?
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Tina
Asked on July 5th, 2024Can the tour group size be adjusted?
- EskapasOperator•Written July 2024
The standard group size can be modified based on availability, but popular tours may sell out quickly.
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Joaquín
Asked on April 26th, 2024What happens if my arrival flight is delayed?
- EskapasOperator•Written April 2024
Transfers are available 24/7, and you should provide your updated flight information to avoid issues.
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Noemi
Asked on March 30th, 2024How much is the supplement for upgrading to an external cabin?
- EskapasOperator•Written April 2024
The supplement for upgrading to an external cabin is typically around USD 245.
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