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Italy's Best

14 days
Start and end in Rome
4.9
245 traveler reviews
Italy's Best - Cosmos
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 42 - 50
Age range 5 to 99
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Highlights

  • Soak up the sights and sounds of the breathtaking Italy
  • Explore the ancient Rome & cruise along Venetian canals
  • Admire the pretty Florence Cathedral & Milan Cathedral
  • Visit the ill-fated Pompeii, a former aristocratic town
  • Indulge in delicious Italian cuisine and taste local wines

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY
  2. Day 2 ROME
  3. Day 3 ROME–PISA–MONTECATINI
  4. Day 4 MONTECATINI. EXCURSION TO FLORENCE
  5. Day 5 MONTECATINI–LA SPEZIA–CINQUE TERRE–GENOA
  6. Day 6 GENOA–MILAN–LAKE MAGGIORE
  7. Day 7 LAKE MAGGIORE. EXCURSION TO LUGANO, SWITZERLAND
  8. Day 8 LAKE MAGGIORE–VERONA–VENICE AREA
  9. Day 9 VENICE
  10. Day 10 VENICE AREA–ASSISI–FOLIGNO
  11. Day 11 FOLIGNO–POMPEII–SORRENTO COAST
  12. Day 12 SORRENTO COAST. BOAT TRIP TO CAPRI
  13. Day 13 SORRENTO COAST–ROME
  14. Day 14 ROME
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Cosmos

Number of tours

210

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

12 hours

Response rate

84%

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  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Itinerary
    Good
    4.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Accommodation
    Good
    3.3
  • Food
    Good
    3.1
  • 4.9
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  • Italy's Best reviewer 1
    · August 26th, 2024
    The Director needs to have a knowledge of what we were visiting. Her English skills were not good at all.
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    Trip date: August 2024
  • Italy's Best reviewer 2
    · July 15th, 2024
    We just finished The Best of Italy Cosmos tour and it was wonderful! Our tour guide Kristina was amazing; from morning to evening she was ensuring that everyone was taken care of and the myriad of details that go into an epic adventure like this were covered. She was patient, thorough and kind with our wonderful group of 40+ folks from all corners of the world. Our coach driver Manuela was also excellent. The driver is critical to the success of this tour because of the narrow and curvy streets and tight timelines and she was always in control and command. She made everyone feel safe and in good hands as we circled Italy. Together with the great service we experienced so many things it was almost surreal. The scenery, cities and history were right out of a fairytale. When finishing the tour you are left with a sense of truly having seen the best of Italy!
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    Trip date: May 2024
  • A
    · July 5th, 2023
    We saw an amazing amount of Italy. Far more than we would have on our own. Our guide was experienced and very knowledgeable. She had a great sense of humour and kept people on track with the timetable without being authoritarian. The pace was challenging. Lots of early starts. Some of the hotels were not very good. The first one in Rome had numerous things broken in the room and the hotel was far too far away from anything. The second was terrible-no air con and staff were rude and unhelpful. The rest were good.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · July 5th, 2023
    Our guide, Andrea Boldrini was wonderful - friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. Destinations were fabulous, and ticked many bucket list destinations. Hotels were mostly very good to excellent. There was one exception to this - the Oly - it was dreadful, and I have huge concerns about safety.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · July 4th, 2023
    Very well planned and run.
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    Trip date: May 2023
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  • A
    · June 27th, 2023
    It was very busy and fast paced. But we were able to see almost everything Italy is famous for.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 27th, 2023
    Italy is amazing and our tour leader Gianluca made our experience even better with his knowledge and professionalism. Our driver Antonio added to our experience with his amazing driving abilities and kindness.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 27th, 2023
    The guide and the driver were awesome, all the place visited were amazing, only issues were some of the hotel stays
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 26th, 2023
    Excellent tour leader, Gianluca. Tour covered even more of Italy than I expected. I am recommending to anyone I meet take the Italy''s Best Tour. Great value.
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    Trip date: June 2023
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  • A
    · June 26th, 2023
    Loved this trip! Our 3rd Globus family trip and Gianluca was the best!
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    Trip date: June 2023
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Italy's Best
From Rome to Rome

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  • M

    Mrs

    Asked on March 27th, 2025

    What optional excursions are available on this trip?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten March 2025

      Optional Excursions become available approximately 90 days prior to departure, and details can be found on the specific tour's website page.

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    Mallaury

    Asked on January 10th, 2025

    When does Cosmos take us into Sorrento or Venice during the tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten January 2025

      In certain destinations like Sorrento and Venice, you may have to use local transport such as taxis or buses, as per previous tour arrangements.

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    Larry

    Asked on December 9th, 2024

    Do you charge extra for singles?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, there is a single supplement applicable for single travellers.

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    Bernhard

    Asked on November 26th, 2024

    Single accommodations are on request only?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, single accommodations are on request only for this tour.

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    Keith

    Asked on November 25th, 2024

    How many are on the tour? And what is the mode of transport?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour is currently available, but it is not yet a guaranteed departure. There can be 50 people maximum on tour if fully sold. The mode of transport is by private, air-conditioned motorcoach, with free Wi-Fi (where available).

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    Dominik

    Asked on November 20th, 2024

    Who operates this tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour is operated by Cosmos.

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    Antonio

    Asked on November 18th, 2024

    There's no mention of 3, 4, or 5 Star hotels.

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      Hotels are subject to change, but this is what we typically book for this itinerary. First class ratings are roughly equivalent to 4 stars, while superior tourist ratings are roughly equivalent to 3 stars.

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    Tony

    Asked on October 27th, 2024

    What entry fees or guided tours are included to sites like Vatican, Duomo, Pisa, Pompeii, etc. Is there any skip-the-line options. Also any boat or train travel included or available?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten October 2024

      This tour will include the Cinque Terre by train and reach Capri by ferry. Journey on a private boat along the Giudecca Canal to the centre of Venice, as well as a train ride La Spezia to Levanto and a boat to Capri and in the Venice canals. All entrance fees will be included in the total cost, except the optional excursions that will be offered during your free time. The specific locations you will enter will be provided in the more detailed itinerary you will received when you meet with the Tour Director.

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    Janine

    Asked on August 20th, 2024

    What form of transport will pick me up from the airport?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten August 2024

      A Cosmos representative will be waiting for you with a sign and it will likely be a motor coach for your arrival transfer.

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    Cecilia

    Asked on July 12th, 2024

    Does the coach have an onboard toilet?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten July 2024

      As touring coaches are contracted from a coach touring company, it cannot be guaranteed that there will be a toilet on board.

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Tour ID: 52080

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    Italy
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before August 15th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 15th, 2025, a minimum payment of $500 is required to confirm your booking with Cosmos. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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