Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome
You'll arrive in Rome and meet your tour director and fellow travelers at 5 pm for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. This kicks off your Italian journey with a chance to get acquainted over a meal.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant)
- Day 2
Rome
The morning is yours to explore Rome however you'd like. In the afternoon, you'll join a guided tour of the Colosseum, where you'll see the Arch of Constantine and the Roman Forum from various viewpoints. Your evening is free to do as you please.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing of the Colosseum
- Views of the Arch of Constantine
- Views of the Roman Forum
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum Arch of Constantine Roman Forum - Day 3
Rome to Pisa to Florence
You'll drive from Rome to Pisa and then on to Florence, covering about 298 miles. Along the way, you'll catch views of Pisa's famous Leaning Tower as you pass through on your journey to your next destination.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Pisa
- Viewing of the Leaning Tower
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli - Day 4
Florence
Florence's Renaissance sites are on the agenda this morning with a guided tour. You'll see Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry with its 'Gates of Paradise' bronze doors, Signoria Square, and Ponte Vecchio. After that, the afternoon and evening are free for you to wander and discover on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing of Giotto's Bell Tower
- Visit to the Baptistry's 'Gates of Paradise'
- Sightseeing of Signoria Square
- Sightseeing of Ponte Vecchio
Landmarks/POIs Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistry Signoria Square Ponte Vecchio - Day 5
Florence to Cinque Terre to Sestri Levante
You'll drive from Florence to Cinque Terre on the Italian Riviera. A guided boat ride follows (if weather cooperates), giving you coastal views of the centuries-old seaside villages. Then you'll board a train to Sestri Levante for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Cinque Terre
- Guided boat ride in Cinque Terre (weather permitting)
Landmarks/POIs Cinque Terre - Day 6
Lake Maggiore
A boat takes you across Lake Maggiore to Isola Madre, one of the Borromean Islands. You'll explore the 16th-century Palazzo Borromeo and its botanic gardens with exotic magnolias, myrtles, wisteria, and citrus groves. Dinner at the island restaurant offers lake views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner on the island at the restaurant)
Included Activities
- Boat ride to Isola Madre
- Visit to botanic garden
- Dinner at island restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Isola Madre Palazzo Borromeo - Day 7
Lake Maggiore to Lugano to Venice
You'll travel to Lugano for an orientation tour and free time to explore this Swiss city where Italian and Swiss cultures blend. Later, you head to Venice Island and take a private boat ride through the canals.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Lugano
- Private boat ride on Venice canals
Landmarks/POIs Piazza della Riforma - Day 8
Venice
A guided walking tour takes you through Venice's historic center. You'll see St. Mark's Square and Basilica, the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. You'll also watch a glassblowing demonstration to see traditional Venetian craftsmanship up close. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore further.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of St. Mark's Square
- Guided walking tour of St. Mark's Basilica
- Guided walking tour of Doge's Palace
- Guided walking tour of Bridge of Sighs
- Glassblowing demonstration
Landmarks/POIs St. Mark's Square St. Mark's Basilica Doge's Palace Bridge of Sighs - Day 9
Venice to Assisi
You'll travel to Assisi to discover its spiritual heritage. A guided walking tour includes St. Clare's Church and St. Francis' Basilica, where you can see frescoes painted by Renaissance master Giotto.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour including St. Clare's Church
- Guided walking tour including St. Francis' Basilica
Landmarks/POIs St. Clare's Church St. Francis' Basilica - Day 10
Assisi to Pompeii
A guided walking tour takes you through the excavations of Pompeii, the ancient Roman city. You'll see preserved ruins, remarkable frescoes, artwork, and artifacts all buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. After exploring, you'll drive to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Pompeii excavations
Landmarks/POIs Pompeii - Day 11
Pompeii to Capri to Sorrento Area
You'll take a jetfoil to Capri and ride the funicular from the harbor up to the village. Guided sightseeing includes the Gardens of Augustus and a granita tasting. You'll have free time for lunch, then return to the Sorrento area with a free afternoon and evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Jetfoil ride to Capri
- Funicular ride to Capri village
- Guided sightseeing of Augustus Gardens
- Granita tasting
Landmarks/POIs Augustus Gardens Capri - Day 12
Sorrento Area to Rome
You'll travel back to Rome for an afternoon of guided sightseeing through Vatican City State. This includes the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's ceiling, St. Peter's Square, and St. Peter's Basilica. Your evening ends with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing of Vatican Museums
- Guided sightseeing of Sistine Chapel
- Guided sightseeing of St. Peter's Square
- Guided sightseeing of St. Peter's Basilica
Landmarks/POIs Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel St. Peter's Square St. Peter's Basilica - Day 13
Rome
Your Italian adventure wraps up this morning with breakfast before you depart.
- Meals
- Breakfast
