5-day Best of Italy: Rome, Florence & Venice
Discover the Best of Italy: 5-Day Escorted Tour from Rome
Embark on a remarkable journey through Italy’s most captivating cities with our 5-day escorted tour from Rome. From medieval Assisi to the enchanting canals of Venice, this tour offers a blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Perfect for those seeking a comprehensive Italian experience, this tour combines guided excursions with free time to explore on your own. Here’s what to expect:
Day 1: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence (Dinner Included)
Depart from Rome: Start your adventure at 7:15 AM, departing from your hotel in a deluxe coach.
Assisi: Explore this charming town at your leisure, visit the Basilica of St. Francis to see masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Free time for lunch (not included).
Siena: Discover this world-renowned breathtaking site, famous for the Palio horse race around the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo.
Florence: Check in at your hotel for a delicious dinner and a restful night.
Day 2: Florence (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Explore Florence: Dive into the Renaissance splendor of Florence, with guided visits through the city centre, passing along Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo), the Campanile, the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Basilica of Santa Croce.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal in a typical Tuscan restaurant at Piazza Santa Croce.
Optional Trip to Pisa: Spend the afternoon exploring Florence on your own or opt for a trip to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and other historic sites.
Day 3: Florence, Bologna, Padua, Venice (Breakfast Included)
Bologna: Visit the elegant city center, walk from Piazza Malpighi to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore, and admire the Basilica of San Petronio.
Padua: See the Basilica of Sant’Antonio, a significant pilgrimage site.
Please note that starting from March 24, 2025 the visit to Padua will no longer be included, as an extended time in Bologna will be granted, together with a street food, light lunch experience!
Venice: Arrive in the City of Love, and check in at your hotel.
Day 4: Venice (Breakfast and Light Lunch Included)
Venetian Highlights: Take a water taxi to Piazza San Marco and enjoy a walking tour along the most characteristic sites in the city, like the Bridge of Sighs, or Palazzo dei Dogi.
Enjoy a Spritz or Prosecco: Conclude the tour with a drink and a taste of "Cicchetti," Venetian tapas, in the company of your tour leader.
Free Afternoon: Roam the canals of Venice at your leisure, before returning to the hotel for a well-deserved overnight.
Day 5: Venice, Montepulciano (Tuscany's Wine Region), Rome (Breakfast and Lunch Included)
Tuscany: Travel to Montepulciano, a town rich in history and art, and renowned for its “nobile” wine. Enjoy a panoramic view and your included lunch at a typical restaurant, plus some free time for wine tastings and shopping.
Return to Rome: Conclude your tour in the evening in Rome.
Overview
Discover the Best of Italy: 5-Day Escorted Tour from Rome Embark on a remarkable journey through Italy’s most captivating cities with our 5-day escorted tour from Rome. From medieval Assisi to the enchanting canals of Venice, this tour offers a blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Perfect for those seeking a comprehensive Italian experience, this tour combines guided excursions with free time to explore on your own. Here’s what to expect: Day 1: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence (Dinner Included) Depart from Rome: Start your adventure at 7:15 AM, departing from your hotel in a deluxe coach. Assisi: Explore this charming town at your leisure, visit the Basilica of St. Francis to see masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Free time for lunch (not included). Siena: Discover this world-renowned breathtaking site, famous for the Palio horse race around the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. Florence: Check in at your hotel for a delicious dinner and a restful night. Day 2: Florence (Breakfast and Lunch Included) Explore Florence: Dive into the Renaissance splendor of Florence, with guided visits through the city centre, passing along Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo), the Campanile, the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Lunch: Enjoy a meal in a typical Tuscan restaurant at Piazza Santa Croce. Optional Trip to Pisa: Spend the afternoon exploring Florence on your own or opt for a trip to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and other historic sites. Day 3: Florence, Bologna, Padua, Venice (Breakfast Included) Bologna: Visit the elegant city center, walk from Piazza Malpighi to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore, and admire the Basilica of San Petronio. Padua: See the Basilica of Sant’Antonio, a significant pilgrimage site. Please note that starting from March 24, 2025 the visit to Padua will no longer be included, as an extended time in Bologna will be granted, together with a street food, light lunch experience! Venice: Arrive in the City of Love, and check in at your hotel. Day 4: Venice (Breakfast and Light Lunch Included) Venetian Highlights: Take a water taxi to Piazza San Marco and enjoy a walking tour along the most characteristic sites in the city, like the Bridge of Sighs, or Palazzo dei Dogi. Enjoy a Spritz or Prosecco: Conclude the tour with a drink and a taste of "Cicchetti," Venetian tapas, in the company of your tour leader. Free Afternoon: Roam the canals of Venice at your leisure, before returning to the hotel for a well-deserved overnight. Day 5: Venice, Montepulciano (Tuscany's Wine Region), Rome (Breakfast and Lunch Included) Tuscany: Travel to Montepulciano, a town rich in history and art, and renowned for its “nobile” wine. Enjoy a panoramic view and your included lunch at a typical restaurant, plus some free time for wine tastings and shopping. Return to Rome: Conclude your tour in the evening in Rome.
Location
Gray Line Rome contacts
Email: rome@grayline.com
Phone: 0039-(0)6.4742501
WhatsApp: 0039 348 8112027
Check-In:
Please present a printed copy of your voucher at check-in.
Departure Time:
7:15 AM sharp.
Meeting Point:
Hotel St Martin
Via S. Martino della Battaglia, 58,
00185 Roma RM, Italy
Please Note:
Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
There is no hotel pickup service provided for this tour. Participants are required to make their way to the meeting point
Address
Via S. Martino della Battaglia, 58, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
Experience
Highlights
Itinerary
- Itinerary Day 1 | Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence (D) Day 2 | Florence (B, L) Day 3 | Florence, Bologna, Padua, Venice (B) Day 4 | Venice (B, Light lunch) Day 5 | Venice, Montepulciano, Rome (B, L,)
- Please take note of the itinerary variation starting from March 24, 2025: Day 1 | Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence (D) Day 2 | Florence (B, L) Day 3 | Florence, Bologna, Venice (B, Light Lunch) Day 4 | Venice (B, Light lunch) Day 5 | Venice, Montepulciano, Rome (B, L,)
Inclusions
- Licensed local guides
- Guided tours as per itinerary
- Headsets
- Skip-the-line entrance tickets as per itinerary activities
- 4 overnights in hotel (standard room) on a BB basis
- 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 light lunch, 1 dinner
- From March 24, 2025 1 more light lunch experience in Bologna!
Exclusions
- Food, beverages and any other meals not mentioned
- Drinks not included in meals if not mentioned
- Optional gratuities
- Transport from/to airport
- Pickup at the hotel on the first day
Safety Measures
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Additional Information
- * One piece of luggage per person is allowed * Hotel pickup in Rome is not provided, please make your own way to the meeting point * Please note: contact us if you wish to upgrade your stay in Venice island in 1st Category hotel * Please send an email to rome@grayline.com in order to confirm your preferred language (English or Spanish or Portuguese)
Guide Languages
English
Portuguese
Spanish
French
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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