Your dream of visiting the shining cities of Italy with budget travel in mind can easily come true With seven days to see the sights from Rome to Venice including Pisa, Verona, and Florence your guided Italy tour is waiting. Majestic Rome, Eternal city, Gentle Landscape, the Square of Miracles and see the Famed Leaning Tower, Cradle of the Renaissance, the Ornate City, setting for Shakespeare fabled tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, canals with their gondolas and bridges, original glassblowing workshop, discover the narrow alleyways of Venice and Watching the ancient Roman Arena, which today is the home of the summer Opera Festival its your discovery on this affordable Italy.
Hotel Meals: Buffet breakfasts daily; 2 dinners Tours
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A 7-day tourist tour through which you will learn about the landmarks and history of Rome at reasonable prices.
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
The “Eternal City” is vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire. Breakfast
Vistas of rolling hills, cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and charming villages form the backdrop as you journey into the heart of Tuscany. Stop in Pisa to enjoy a mini-train ride to the Square of Miracles and see the legendary Leaning Tower. Then, head east to magnificent Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance.” Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km Breakfast
Discover the wonders of Florence, starting with a guided walking tour, featuring some of the city’s greatest attractions. See Piazza Santa Croce; world-famous Signoria Square; 13th-century Palazzo Vecchio with its collection of artistic masterpieces; Loggia dei Lanzi; the unique Duomo with Giotto’s Gothic Bell Tower and the Baptistry’s ornate bronze door known as the “Gate of Paradise.” Breakfast
Travel north and cross the Po River to Verona, setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. Marvel at the ancient Roman Arena, built for gladiator fights but now still used as a popular venue for festivals and concerts; shop in Via Mazzini, or just wander the cobblestone streets of the city center. Continue to the Venice area. Today’s Distance: 217 mi/ 350 km Breakfast
Venice is a place of unmatched beauty and a feast of fantastic sights. View the delightful crisscrossing canals, the gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. Your included orientation features a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and a visit to a Venetian4/8 glassblowing workshop. You’ll have time to explore at leisure on your own, or join one of our optional excursions, like a ride on one of the most iconic boats in the world, the romantic gondola. Otherwise, just relax, sipping a cappuccino or the typical Venetian drink called spritz at one of the many bars or cafés. Breakfast Dinner
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Check out of the hotel and head to the airport.
