Italian Holiday

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Day 1

Ciao Rome

2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a centre of celebration between December 24, 2024, and December 31, 2025.

As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City. Indulge all your senses in the imperial city of Rome, your introduction to a memorable encounter with Italy that will have you returning for more. Spend your afternoon relaxing after your journey, or explore the ancient city streets before joining your Travel Director and travel companions for dinner.

Day 2

Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Dive Into Culture

Your encounter with Rome begins in the Holy See as we Dive Into Culture with a visit to the Vatican Museums in the company of a Local Specialist to admire the masterpieces that have been collected by Popes throughout the centuries.

Gaining fast-track admission, you will admire the magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Crossing the Tiber, you'll venture into Ancient Rome to view the Circus Maximus, once the site of thrilling chariot races, and visit the Colosseum. Spend a leisurely afternoon exploring Rome. Admire the Spanish Steps or toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your speedy return.

Day 3

Journey to the Floating City of Venice

This morning, you'll venture north through the valley of the Tiber into the green and golden landscapes of Umbria.

Pass the hilltop towns of Orte and Orvieto, travelling past Tuscany's terraced olive groves and across the Apennine Mountains, bound for Venice, the 'Queen of the Adriatic'.

Day 4

Onwards to Verona Make Travel Matter

Cruise by private launch into the heart of Venice this morning, where you'll see the city's most celebrated sights including the Bridge of Sighs, St.

Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, and the ornate Doge's Palace. Next, witness first-hand the intricate craft of glassblowing – your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience helps to preserve this precious Venetian tradition for generations to come. Beyond their talent and skill, admire the exquisite pieces Venice is famous for, perhaps choosing to take one home as a souvenir to remind you of this special visit. Soak up the pageantry and elegance of Venice before continuing to Verona, explore the home of Shakespeare's ill-fated lovers Romeo and Juliet.

Day 5

Admire Pisa and on to Florence Connect with Locals

Your first stop today is Pisa's UNESCO-listed Square of Miracles, where you will have the opportunity to view the Leaning Tower before travelling on to Florence.

Explore the birthplace of the Renaissance and home of the Medici dynasty, whose penchant for beautiful art and architecture created one of the world's cultural centres. Tonight, enjoy a Be My Guest experience set against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves.

Day 6

All Roads Lead to Rome

We join a Local Specialist today to delve into the rich medieval and Renaissance history of Florence.

Our sightseeing tour will take us to the Piazza della Signoria with its impressive sculptures and imposing palazzi. Wandering through the narrow streets we encounter the Multi-coloured marble Duomo, the famous Baptistery and the almost 700-year-old Ponte Vecchio, a spectacular feat of engineering from the Middle Ages that is today lined with jewellers. Our journey continues through Umbria to the valley of the Tiber River and back to Rome. Toast to a memorable holiday with newfound friends at dinner.

Day 7

Farewell Rome

After breakfast, it’s time to say a fond arrivederci to Rome, Italy and your travel companions as you return home with wonderful memories of this magnificent destination.

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)

6 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

Florence: Join Count Miari Fulcis for dinner at his 15th-century organic olive oil estate, used as a location for many famous films like 'Room with a View' and 'Tea with Mussolini', and enjoy eight generations of history with plenty of stories.

Dive Into Culture

Rome: Gain fast-track admission to the Vatican Museums to marvel at the magnificent work of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel.

Iconic Experience

Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.

Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites.

Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a Local Specialist. See Circus Maximus and visit the mighty Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.

Tuscany: View the stunning landscape of Tuscany on your drive today. 

Verona: During an exploration of Verona, see Juliet's balcony in the courtyard of a Renaissance villa.

Pisa: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the Multi-coloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. 

Must-see Highlights

Explore Rome and Florence

Discover Venice, Verona and Pisa

Visit the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in Rome and a glassblowing factory in Venice

View the ancient sites of Rome, the Byzantine St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and in Florence, Santa Croce Basilica, and the Duomo

Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

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