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Escorted Eternal Cities
Italy in 8 Days, 7 Nights in Destination
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£ 1,149
£ 799
/person
-30%
Natalie
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Our classic escorted tour of Italy's most iconic cities! Discover the capital city Rome, hilltop town Assisi, fascinating Orvieto, Florence and the Renaissance, historic Bologna, ancient Padova and the stunning canals in Venice.
Trip Highlights
- Assisi
- Bologna
- Florence
- Orvieto
- Padua
- Rome
- Venice
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Some meals
Availability
Departures available until December 2025
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Solo travelers from + £ 380
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Itinerary
Immerse yourself in Italian history, culture and gastronomy. Land in Rome and admire one of the most romantic cities in the world. Head to Florence to discover its hidden treasures and Renaissance heritage, via the quaint medieval towns of Assisi and Orvieto. Next, explore ancient Bologna and artistic Padova. Finally, uncover Venice, known for its stunning canals, built across 100 small islands.
1st Day: UK/Ireland - Rome
Pack your bags and head to your departure airport, ready for a flight to the eternal city of Rome.* Land in Rome, the Italian capital known as the Eternal City. Transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, the remainder of the day is free to begin exploring this romantic, historic city. The evening is the most magical time of day in Rome when the streets take on an even more charming character, wander around the quaint streets and charming piazzas while you indulge in their world-famous gastronomy. Overnight stay in Rome.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Gambrinus or similar
1625 Reviews
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2nd Day: Rome
Breakfast at the hotel. Your guide will greet you at the hotel in the morning. Today, enjoy a panoramic view on the bus and discover the eternal city. Learn about the history of this empire, from its birth to the gladiatorial fights in the Colosseum with a guided tour, and appreciate the preserved corners of ancient Rome in the Forum and the Palatine Hill. We recommend the optional dinner at an authentic Italian restaurant*. Overnight stay in Rome.
*Optional Authentic Roman Dining Experience: Savor an evening of authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of historic Rome. Let the charm of the city envelop you as you enjoy traditional Italian dishes at a local restaurant, fully immersed in the rich flavors and vibrant atmosphere of Roman culture.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Gambrinus or similar
1625 Reviews
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Activities
Guided walking Tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
Moderate
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Authentic Roman Dining Experience
Light
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3rd Day: Rome
Breakfast at the hotel, today enjoy a day at your leisure in Rome. Perhaps visit the Vatican, trace the footsteps of the greats in the ancient streets of the old city or simply indulge in some delicious Italian ice cream. However you choose to spend your day, Rome is sure to delight you with its old-world charm and unbeatable sights. We suggest taking the optional Guided tour of Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel* or a nocturnal view of Rome with our Rome by Night - Baroque Rome, with Dinner excursion.** Overnight stay in Rome.
*Optional Skip-the-line Guided Tour of Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Sistine Chapel: Explore the priceless treasures held within the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel! Visit the Pio Clementino Hall, Laocoon and Apollo Belvedere, Maps Gallery, Candelabra Gallery, Tapestries Gallery and the incredible Sistine Chapel. Afterwards, discover the incredible St. Peter’s Basilica and the atmospheric St. Peter’s Square, dominated by Michelangelo’s imposing Cupola!
Please note: Optional tour available Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays afternoon, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays only. Sundays are closed. If you depart for Italy on a Sunday, the optional Skip-the-line Guided Tour of the Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel, will take place on the following Wednesday evening as of 2024.
**Optional Rome by Night - Baroque Rome, with Dinner excursion: A nocturnal view of Rome, with the splendid squares illuminated and away from the daytime bustle. The charming Plaza de España with its spectacular staircase, the fairytale frame of the Trevi Fountain, the majesty of the Pantheon and the baroque Piazza Navona, a route structured to go back in time and evoke the times of the "Dolce Vita" fellini. The tour will end with a typical Roman dinner.
Why not upgrade your trip with our Must See's of Italy package of 2 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Gambrinus or similar
1625 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Skip-the-line Guided Tour of Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Sistine Chapel
Active
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Pack of 2 Excursions: Must-sees of Italy
Moderate
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Baroque Rome by Night & Dinner
Moderate
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4th Day: Rome - Orvieto - Assisi - Florence
Breakfast at the hotel. Leave Rome early this morning to transfer to the beautiful city of Florence. To break up this journey, stop in Orvieto*, a quaint town especially known for its renowned Duomo, European Gothic architecture and the San Patrizio Well, a masterpiece of hydraulic engineering in which you can immerse yourself, descending into the bowels of the earth. Next, take a break in Assisi, a majestic hilltop town known for its medieval architecture and the Basilica of St. Francis, a huge 2-level church. In the early evening, arrive in Florence, the heart of the Italian Renaissance, and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure exploring the city and the Italian cuisine in this gourmet paradise. Overnight stay in Florence.
*Upon arrival at Orvieto you'll need to take a funicular to reach the hilltop meeting point as it's not accessible by bus. We advise you to take cash to pay for your ticket upon arrival at the station.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Grifone Firenze or similar
365 Reviews
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Activities
Short Stop in Orvieto
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Short Stop in Assisi
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5th Day: Florence
Breakfast at the hotel. Today head to the Historic Centre for a guided walking tour of Florence and discover the hidden secrets of the Tuscan capital. Start discovering the up-market Piazza Repubblica, before heading to Loggia del Mercato Nuovo, a building within which a local market takes place.
Keep exploring the streets of Florence before arriving at the beautiful and well-known Ponte Vecchio, the most iconic bridge in the city and one of its main symbols. You will then walk through the Piazza della Signoria, the heart of Medieval Florence with the imposing Palazzo Vecchio. End the tour admiring Piazza San Giovanni, home to the impressive Florence Cathedral, with its iconic Brunelleschi cupola and the famous Giotto Belltower.
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to continue exploring the captivating sights of Florence. Why not explore the city in more depth with one of our optional excursion to either the Uffizi* or the Leaning Tower**? Overnight stay in Florence.
*Optional excursion to The Uffizi: The Uffizi Gallery, designed in the mid-sixteenth century by Giorgio Vasari, consists of 90 museum rooms that host the most important and famous paintings in the history of art: works by Giotto, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, in addition to numerous paintings by Flemish and Dutch painters exhibited in chronological order. A visit to this museum is a real journey through time by means of art.
Please note that this activity can de purchased up to 30 days before departure of your trip. This optional is not available on Mondays.
**Optional Half-Day Tour to Pisa & The Leaning Tower: No trip to Italy is complete without a photo at the iconic leaning tower, so don't miss your chance to take a day trip to Pisa! Enjoy a guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli and its monuments before spending time at the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa, learning all about the history of this University city along the way.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Hotel Grifone Firenze or similar
365 Reviews
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Activities
Guided Walking Tour of Florence
Moderate
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The Uffizi Gallery
Light
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Half-Day Tour to Pisa & The Leaning Tower
Moderate
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6th Day: Florence - Bologna - Padova - Venice Mestre
Breakfast at the hotel. Today leave Florence early this morning to transfer you head to the city of Venice. During the journey, stop in Bologna and discover this lively, historic capital of the Emilia-Romagna region, free time before continuing with your journey. Make another stop in Padova, a city rich in beauty, which retains traces of its glorious past, and one of the most important cultural capitals during the fourteenth century.
Finish the day in the historic and enchanting Venice Mestre, the mainland town connected to Venice by rail and road bridges over the lagoon. Spend the night at your leisure and embrace the convenience of numerous transportation options, such as the frequent trains/buses to Venice center. The train station/bus stop is at walking distance from your hotel and it will take you to the iconic Venice center.
Venice built across more than 100 small islands, Venice is a pleasure to explore on foot as you get lost in the labyrinthine streets, stumbling across hidden cafes and cultural gems along the way. Get out and discover the plentiful delights of this eternal city, such as the immense Piazza San Marco. Overnight stay in Venice Mestre.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
NH Venezia Laguna Palace or similar
3433 Reviews
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Activities
Short Stop in Bologna
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Short Stop in Padova
Moderate
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7th Day: Venice
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, embark on a walking tour of Venice to discover all the beauty this city has to offer. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the City of Canals to learn about the history, culture and artistic heritage. Stroll through the most emblematic neighborhoods, see Venice's famous markets and pay a visit to the iconic Rialto Bridge.
The rest of the day is at your disposal to continue discovering this unique city at your own pace. Alternatively, we recommend taking part in one or both of the following optional activities: first, you can enjoy a quintessentially Venetian gondola ride* and then you can take part in an excursion to Murano and Burano islands**. Overnight stay in Venice Mestre.
*Optional Gondola Ride Experience excursion: One of the most well-known characteristics of Venice are its historic gondolas. You can be a part of this legacy! Experience an unforgettable gondola ride through the charming waterways of Venice including the iconic Grand Canal. The quintessential Venetian experience! Note: Please note that it is a shared gondola (up to five people for each one) so you might have to share it with other people.
**Optional Half-Day Murano and Burano excursion: Discover the most beautiful islands in Venice, enjoying the enchanting scenery of the Venetian lagoon. The tour includes two stops to visit Murano and Burano and discover their typical artisan products: the centuries-old glass processing in Murano, the fine lace in Burano. Enjoy the original colorful buildings as you tour this enchanting area.
Why not upgrade your trip with our Must Sees of Italy package of 2 excursions, available in the next step of the booking process!
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
NH Venezia Laguna Palace or similar
3433 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Guided Walking Tour of Venice
Active
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Gondola Ride Tour in Venice
Light
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Half-Day Murano and Burano Excursion
Moderate
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8th Day: Venice - UK/Ireland
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer from Venice Mestre to the airport for your return flight.
*Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
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From £ 799
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- Accommodation in Superior category hotels.
Accommodation: 7 Nights
Day 1 to 4
Hotel Gambrinus
Location
Roma
Category
Nights
3
Rating TripAdvisor travelers
The hotels we select comply with our high standards and requirements per category. The allocation is dependent on availability and seasonality, so you can be assigned any of our selection, including the following: Adesso Hotel, BV Oly Hotel, Exe International Palace, Hotel Mondial, La Griffe MGallery , Marc'Aurelio Hotel, Moderno Hotel Roma, Saint John Hotel
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The price includes
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Rome, Venice - UK/Ireland.
- 7 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.*more informationSee hotels included
- 7 breakfasts and 1 lunch in Bologna.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles as indicated in the itinerary.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.**more informationSee itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Guided walking tours in Florence and in Venice and a panoramic view on the bus in Rome***.more information
- ATOL protection.
- Tour Leader from day 2 to day 8. Guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Rome.
- Reduced groups of 30****more information
Not included
Tax*, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
*Accommodation tax in Italy must be paid directly to the hotel (Approx. 6 € per person per night). We recommend taking cash in the local currency with you on this trip
*Hotel ratings in Italy are not governed by the same standards as those in the UK/Ireland, so please keep this in mind when selecting your desired accommodation category.
Important: please bear in mind that the accommodation included in Venice is located in Venice Mestre, which is situated outside the island, approximately 25-30 minutes away by train, bus or Taxi.
Please note that there is no luggage assistance included throughout the trip. We recommend packing accordingly.
**Please note: If you depart for Italy on a Sunday, the optional Skip-the-line Guided Tour of the Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistne Chapel, will take place on the following Wednesday evening as of 2024. If you depart on a Thursday, it will take place on Saturday.
Due to the nature of the destination the terrain can be uneven at times, it may require you to walk on a rocky path, and up and down hills.
Please bear in mind that some of the points of interest are not accessible by bus. In these cases, you will either walk the final stretch or take alternative transport such as the metro.
Important: The availability of some activities cannot be guaranteed during major holidays, including Christmas & Holy Week.
Download the PDF uploaded to your Exoticca account to check the time and pick up point of the activities.
**** For 2025 groups would be 36 pax
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of 6 months validity required.
Visa
No visa is required to enter the country.
Currency
Euro.
Language
Italian.
Electricity
220 V. Adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from EU countries.
Time zone
GMT + 01:00.
Other useful information
Italian cuisine is one of the most prominent in the world. The national dish is pasta.
Tourist Office website
http://www.italia.it/en/home.html
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
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Exotica provided us with an incredibly memorable, intellectually stimulating, and phenomenally affordable trip through Italy. The excursions offered and the tour guides chosen to lead them were top shelf. I’ve traveled to 82 countries and give Exoticca my strongest endorsement
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