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Italian Expresso
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COACH TOUR: Perfect for those short on time, this 5-day express tour takes in all the main highlights of Italy. Starting and ending in Rome, you will visit UNESCO-listed Siena and tour the 'Cradle of the Renaissance' in Florence. Enjoy a wander around Bologna, visit Padua, and take a guided sightseeing tour of Venice. Drive through Tuscany's beautiful wine region, tuck into lunch in medieval Montepulciano, and then return to the Italian capital.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysStarts
RomeEnds
RomeRange
Worldwide TouringTour Guide
Tour leader escort & local guides for sightseeingGroup Size
Min 2 / Max 40Minimum age
No minimum ageDeparts
Mondays & SaturdaysHotel Rating
4-star hotelsCountries
ItalyPhysical Rating
EasyA moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Pace
FastA packed itinerary, visiting multiple places each day with limited downtime, ideal for those who want to maximize sightseeing.
Arrival Transfer
N/aDeparture Transfer
NoMeals included
Breakfast: 4, Lunch: 4, Dinner: 1This tour is selling fast, book now before it sells out!
Passengers
$2,469.25
$500.00
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Assisi, Siena & Florence
Day 1 - Assisi, Siena & Florence
Rome - Assisi - Siena - Florence. Welcome to Italy! It's an early start as we depart Rome at 07:15 and journey to the medieval walled town of Assisi. There's time to visit the picturesque Basilica of St Francis independently if you choose.
Then we continue to Siena, a UNESCO-protected town known for its incredibly narrow streets, medieval brick buildings and fan-shaped main square: Piazza del Campo. After a short visit, we continue to our hotel in Florence, where dinner is included.
Please note: The tour departs at 07:15 on Day 1 from the Hotel St Martin in Rome. Please arrive in Rome the day before your tour to ensure you don't miss the coach.
Day 2 - Florence sightseeing
Day 2 - Florence sightseeing
Today we enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Florence, 'Cradle of the Renaissance' and home of Michelangelo. Take in the beautiful Duomo, formally known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Other highlights of the city include the town hall - Palazzo Vecchio and the Basilica of Santa Croce, burial place for illustrious Italians including Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. We tuck into lunch at a typical Tuscan restaurant in Piazza Santa Croce, and the rest of the day is at leisure.
Spend the afternoon strolling the cobblestone streets of Florence on your own or take a short trip to Pisa (optional), for a tour of the Piazza dei Miracoli with the Duomo, Pisa’s symbol “the Leaning Tower” and the Baptistery.
Day 3 - Bologna & Venice
Day 3 - Bologna & Venice
Florence - Bologna - Venice. Departing Florence, we drive to beautiful Bologna, capital of the Emilia-Romagna region. Stroll through the elegant city centre to see some of the beautiful porticos and shopping streets. Walk from Piazza Malpighi to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore in the heart of the city, and here, marvel at the historic Palazzo Podestà see the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest Gothic churches in the world built with bricks.
We'll then delve into Bologna’s reputation as Italy’s gastronomic capital with an included street food experience. You can enjoy a light lunch at a local eatery as you sample a variety of traditional and modern delicacies that showcase the city’s rich culinary heritage.
Later in the afternoon, we continue to Venice, where we check into our hotel for the next two nights.
Day 4 - Venice
Day 4 - Venice
After breakfast, it's time to explore perhaps Italy's most famous and romantic destination. The floating city is a photographer's dream, and we'll be taking in the main highlights. Our tour begins in Piazza San Marco, in English known as St Mark's Square. It's the focal point of the city, dominated by St Mark's Basilica. We also see the Gothic Doge's Palace and the legendary Bridge of Sighs.
After our tour, we enjoy some cicchetti (Italian tapas) and a glass of prosecco in our beautiful setting and there is free time for you to explore further - we strongly recommend a gondola ride on Venice's famous canals!
Day 5 - Tuscany & return to Rome
Day 5 - Tuscany & return to Rome
Venice - Tuscany wine region - Rome. Leaving Venice, we head into Tuscany, one of Italy's most idyllic regions. A land known for its beautiful scenery, historic castles, and some of Italy's finest wines. We enjoy a stop in the medieval town of Montepulciano for lunch, where you can try a glass or two of the region's vino. Then we have a short amount of free time to explore the town further, before returning to Rome. Our tour arrangements ends when we get back to the city.
Please note: We will not arrive back in Rome until late afternoon or early evening, so please be aware of this when arranging your flights. We would encourage you to stay in Rome for an extra night, and book your onward flight for the day after our tour concludes.
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Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.
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