Italy In A Nutshell
$3575
per personEmbark on a captivating journey through Italy’s cultural treasures on a tour that takes you from the historic splendors of Rome, where ancient ruins and Renaissance art collide, to the artistic wonders of Florence, the romantic canals of Venice and Murano Island (artisan Venetian glass); and the cosmopolitan charm of Milan. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history, art, and modern sophistication of Italy.
Our semi-independent guided tour seamlessly blends must-see attractions with the option to also explore Pompeii or Tuscany.
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10 Days, 9 Nights: Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan
ⓘ Daily Departures Includes hotels, daily breakfast, guided excursions, private airport & train station transfers and train tickets.
ⓘ Semi-Independent Guided Tour Combines the ease of guided excursions with a bit of extra free time and flexibility.
Trip Highlights
Rome City Tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica Tour; Florence Walking Tour; Pisa Tour; Venice Walking Tour with Gondola Ride; Murano & Burano Islands By Private Boat; Milan Private Walking Tour
Rome Included Options (choose one)
Option 1: Pompeii, Amalfi Coast And Positano Day Trip OR Option 2: Tuscany Guided Day Trip With Lunch & Wine Tasting
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Colosseum, Rome
St Peter’s Square, Vatican City
Florence Duomo in Tuscany
Leaning Tower of Pisa and Cathedral
Gondolas Passing by Rialto Bridge, Venice
Duomo of Milan
9 Night Accommodation
Itinerary
🛏️. 3 NIGHTS IN ROME
DAY 1: ARRIVE ROME, CITY TOUR
Arrive at Fiumicino Airport and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Today, you take a self-guided tour to explore Rome’s top attractions at your own pace. (1.5 hours @4pm). You will discover Rome’s iconic sights and landmarks on a self-guided bus tour offering a comprehensive overview of all the city’s highlights. See popular landmarks such as the Vatican City, Circus Maximus, the Pantheon, and the Colosseum. Admission tickets are not included.
🍴 Meals: None
DAY 2: ROME, VATICAN MUSEUMS, SISTINE CHAPEL & ST. PETER’S BASILICA
Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica on a guided tour (group, 3 hours @9am). Discover the Vatican, visit the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums, navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with a guide. Skip the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps, step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo and finish your tour inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: ROME PERSONALIZED EXCURSION DAY
After breakfast, join one of the following options included in this tour.
OPTION 1: POMPEII, AMALFI COAST AND POSITANO DAY TRIP (group, 13 hours @7am)
Priority entry to Pompeii and a guide to help better understand the complex ruins, views of the Amalfi Coast along the famously scenic coastal drive, free time to explore the fishing village of Positano and browse the shops.
OPTION 2: TUSCANY GUIDED DAY TRIP WITH LUNCH & WINE TASTING (group, 12 hours @7:30am)
Visit Val d’Orcia in Tuscany on a day trip from Rome, enjoy a locally produced 3-course lunch on a Tuscan farm, sample regional wines, including the famous Brunello di Montepulciano. Spend time at leisure in Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️. 2 NIGHTS IN FLORENCE
DAY 4: ROME – FLORENCE, FLORENCE WALKING TOUR
Check out and transfer to the train station. Take the morning train from Rome to Florence (standard class, round-trip transfer between hotel and train station included).
Explore Florence (Firenze) on a guided walking tour of Renaissance Florence (group, 1.5 hour @2:15pm). See top attractions including the Piazza della Signoria and Duomo, and discover the places that inspired some of the greatest minds and artists.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5: PISA TOUR
Afternoon; Pisa Afternoon Tour with Skip-the-Line Leaning Tower Admission Ticket (group, 6 hours @1:30pm)
Discover the highlights of Pisa, including the famous Leaning Tower on this half-day tour. Visit Cathedral Square (Piazza dei Miracoli) where the impressive Baptistery and Monumental Cemetery sit. Enjoy the incredible views with skip-the-line access to the top of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️. 2 NIGHTS IN VENICE
DAY 6: FLORENCE – VENICE, VENICE WALKING TOUR
Breakfast then check-out and transfer to the train station. Take the morning train from Florence to Venice (standard class), then transfer to the hotel.
Explore Venice on a guided walking tour and Gondola ride (group, 2 hours @3pm).
Take a gondola ride down the Grand Canal of Venice. Enjoy a walking tour of Venice and go beyond the popular landmarks to explore quieter squares and streets. Stroll through narrow back streets and alleyways while learning about Venetian history.
Venice is famous for its canals and bridges which create a romantic and charming atmosphere.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: MURANO & BURANO ISLANDS BY PRIVATE BOAT
After breakfast, explore Murano and Burano Islands (group, 5 hours @9am)
Watch local craftsmen at work in a Murano glass workshop. Browse an impressive collection of glass artwork. See Burano lace being made by local islanders. Visit the Burano Lace Museum independently. Enjoy transportation by a private boat exclusively for your tour group.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
🛏️. 2 NIGHTS IN MILAN
DAY 8: VENICE – MILAN, MILAN CITY TOUR
Breakfast then check-out and transfer to the train station. Take the morning train from Venice to Milan (standard class, round-trip transfer between hotel and train station included).
The rest of the day is free.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9: MILAN HIGHLIGHTS AND HIDDEN GEMS PRIVATE GUIDED WALKING TOUR
After breakfast, proceed to your Milan private guided walking tour (2 hours @10am).
Traverse the metropolis of Milan and uncover hidden gems on this private walking tour. See landmarks such as the Duomo, Sforza Castle, and La Scala Theater, and a few more hidden gems. View works of art around the city and learn about Milan’s influence in the fashion industry.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
DAY 10: DEPART MILAN – END OF TOUR
After breakfast, check-out and transfer to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) for your flight home.
🍴 Meals: Breakfast
*Hotel check-out time is generally around 11 am. If your flight departs in the evening or past midnight, we suggest you consider adding a post-tour hotel night during booking, to be comfortable and well rested before your flight home.
*The duration and start time of excursions are subject to change without prior notice.
2025 Daily Departures (Land Only)
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| Apr 1 – Sep 30 | Custom Quote | $3,575 + Air | Custom Quote |
| Oct 1 – Dec 31 | Custom Quote | Custom Quote | Custom Quote |
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Hotels We carefully handpick our hotels to ensure they provide you with the best comfort and experience. For Private Tours, you may request a specific hotel as one of the customizable options.
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| Rome | Des Artistes Hotel |
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| Florence | Ester |
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| Venice | Campiello |
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| Milan | Ibis styles Milano Centro |
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- * Hotels mentioned are subject to availability at the time of reservation.
- * Standard double room is included with your tour. Room upgrade available in the same hotel.
Accommodation Classification
- CLASSIC ⭐⭐⭐- 3-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- PREMIUM ⭐⭐⭐⭐- 4-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
- DELUXE ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐- 5-Star Hotels or Equivalent Accommodations
Hotel Check-in and Check-out
Pre-Tour Hotel Add-on and Post-Tour Hotel Add-on
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2025 Daily Departures (Land Only)
- ‣ Guaranteed Departure with 2 Persons
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| Jan 1 – Mar 31 | Custom Quote | Custom Quote | Custom Quote |
| Apr 1 – Sep 30 | Custom Quote | $3,575 + Air | Custom Quote |
| Oct 1 – Dec 31 | Custom Quote | Custom Quote | Custom Quote |
Flex Date Tour Price Details
- ‣ Prices are in USD and are inclusive of all applicable taxes but do not include airfare.
- ‣ Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Special rates for single travelers or larger groups are available on request - please inquire.
- ‣ Seasonal surcharges may apply during applicable major holidays. Surcharge dates: Jan 1-10, Dec 20-31, and major local holidays.
- ‣ Note that tour prices vary according to season. If your tour straddles two seasons then each portion will be priced according to that season.
- ‣ If the hotels mentioned are unavailable then similar properties will be substituted. You will be advised of any changes to the price.
- ‣ This tour operates with a minimum of 2 guests. Excursion group size varies from 12 - 50 people.
- ‣ For all group excursions: The travelers have to join at a designated meetup point, which will be advised upon confirmation. Optional addon for local transfer from hotel to the meetup point is available during booking.
Flight Add-On
- ‣ We work with all major airlines for the best routes and competitive pricing.
- ‣ The nearest arrival airport is Rome – Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)
- ‣ The nearest departure airport is Milan – Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
- ‣ Contact us for more detail and pricing.
Inclusions
- ‣ Private Airport/Train Station Transfers
- ‣ Train Ticket (Standard Class)
- ‣ Hotel Accommodations
- ‣ Daily Breakfast and Selected Meals (See tour plan for details)
- ‣ English-speaking Local Guide
- ‣ Entrance Fees to Monuments & Attractions per Itinerary
Exclusions
- ‣ Airfare
- ‣ For all group excursions: The travelers have to join at a designated meetup point, which will be advised upon confirmation. Optional addon for local transfer from hotel to the meetup point is available during booking.
- ‣ Tourism Tax per room per night paid directly to the hotels (for example between 3-4 Euros)
- ‣ Travel Insurance
- ‣ Medical Expenses
- ‣ Visa Fee (if applicable. Free visa-on-arrival for American & Canadian)
- ‣ Gratuity
- ‣ Personal Expenses
Deposit
- ‣ A deposit of 45% is due within 3 days of booking confirmation. Full payment to be made 70 days prior to the departure date.
- ‣ The airfare is due upon flight booking. Airfare and flight schedule shown are indicative only. Actual prices and schedule will be available at flight booking. All airfares are subject to change until paid in full at time of ticketing..
- ‣ Credit card fee for non-US issued credit card is 1%. No charge for most other credit cards.
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Optional Add-Ons
- ‣ Pre-tour hotel night
- ‣ Post-tour hotel night
- ‣ Note: must be booked with your tour reservation
Suggested Gratuity
- ‣ Local Guide: US $7 per person per day of sightseeing. US $4 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Driver: US $5 per person per day of sightseeing. US $3 per half day of sightseeing.
- ‣ Gratuities may be paid in local currency or US dollars. You can tip the guides and drivers when they finish their assignment with you e.g. end of day, end of city stay, on departure, etc.
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