Roman Colosseum at night | Milan | Italy | On The Go Tours
FROM: R33,055 pp

PRIVATE TOUR: Uncover the timeless charm of Italy on this independent journey through Rome, Florence and Venice. Explore Rome’s ancient landmarks with a hop-on hop-off bus pass, then travel by high-speed train to Florence for an eco-friendly city tour by electric golf cart, gliding past Renaissance treasures. Enjoy time at leisure to soak up local culture, art and cuisine before continuing to Venice. Cruise the canals with a vaporetto pass, visit iconic sights like St Mark’s Basilica, and wander the city’s enchanting lanes at your own pace.

Inclusions
Itinerary
3-Star
4-Star
4-Star + (better 4-Star)
Hotels

Trip Highlights

Rome - Discover ancient landmarks with a 2-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing pass
Venice - Cruise the canals with a 2-day vaporetto (waterbus) pass, visit iconic sights including St Mark’s Basilica and the Rialto Bridge
Florence - Explore the historic centre on an eco-friendly electric golf cart tour with audio guide

Included

9 breakfasts
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 10
48 hour Hop on Hop off bus ticket in Rome per person
48 hour vaporetto pass in Venice per person
9 nights in 3 star hotels
One way 2nd class high-speed trains from Rome – Florence & Florence – Venice
Florence tour by electric golf cart

Not Included

International flights and visas
Entrance fees not mentioned in Inclusions
Hotel city taxes
Optional activities
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Transfers between hotels and train stations (you will need to make your own way)

Itinerary

Day 1

Rome

Welcome to Italy! Upon arrival at Rome’s airport, meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city. After check-in, take the remainder of the day to relax or begin soaking in the Roman atmosphere—perhaps with a stroll to a nearby piazza or a leisurely dinner at a traditional trattoria. Overnight in Rome.
Overnight: Rome

Days 2-3

Explore Rome

Fuel up with breakfast each morning before diving into the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City. Your 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass gives you the flexibility to explore iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City at your own pace.

Listen to the onboard audio commentary for fascinating insights into each site. Spend your evenings at leisure, perhaps sampling Roman cuisine or enjoying a sunset over the Spanish Steps.
Overnight: Rome  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 4

Rome to Florence

Rome - Florence. After breakfast and check-out, make your way independently to the train station and board a high-speed train bound for Florence. On arrival, transfer on your own to the hotel and settle in. Later, embark on a guided city tour by electric golf cart—an eco-friendly and relaxed way to discover Florence’s historic centre.

Glide past the grand Duomo, the elegant façade of Santa Maria Novella, and along the banks of the Arno River. Admire views of Pitti Palace, cross the famous Ponte Vecchio, and ascend to Piazzale Michelangelo for a sweeping panorama of the city’s red-tiled rooftops. An MP3 audio guide will accompany the journey, offering enriching commentary.
Overnight: Florence  |  Breakfast

Days 5-6

Free Time in Florence

These two days are yours to enjoy Florence at your own pace. You might visit the Uffizi Gallery to admire works by Botticelli and Michelangelo, explore artisan shops in the Oltrarno district, or take a day trip to the Tuscan countryside. Enjoy the city’s slower rhythm, and perhaps end your evenings with local wine and Florentine steak.
Overnight: Florence  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 7

Florence to Venice

Florence - Venice. After breakfast, check out and travel independently to the train station for your onward journey to Venice. Once you arrive, make your own way to the hotel and settle in. Spend the rest of the day wandering Venice’s enchanting alleyways, enjoying a quiet canal-side drink or a gondola ride if you wish
Overnight: Venice  |  Breakfast

Days 8-9

Venice at Your Own Pace

Use your included 2-day vaporetto (waterbus) pass to explore Venice like a local. Cruise along the Grand Canal, hopping off to visit major sights such as St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge.

You may also venture to nearby islands like Murano, known for its glassmaking, or colourful Burano. With no cars and a maze of waterways to navigate, the vaporetto offers a scenic and efficient way to discover the city’s magic.
Overnight: Venice  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 10

Venice

Check out and enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Breakfast

Prices & Dates

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.

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

Hotel San Marco, Rome

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

Set in a traditional 19th-century palazzo, this classic hotel is a 2-minute walk from Castro Pretorio metro station, and 2.7 km from both Trevi Fountain and the Roman Forum. The warm, traditionally furnished rooms feature Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas. A breakfast buffet is offered. There's also a bar with a lounge area and traditional leather seating.

B&B City Centre Florence, Florence

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

In Florence's central Santa Croce district, this modern budget hotel is 1.1 km from the Basilica of Santa Croce (housing the tombs of Michelangelo and Galileo), 1.9 km from the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge and 2.6 km from the Uffizi Gallery. The sleek, compact rooms feature en suite bathrooms, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Amenities include a breakfast buffet (fee) served in a casual dining area with a guest microwave

Nazionale Hotel Venice, Venice

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

Located nearby the Santa Lucia Railway Station and few minutes from Piazzale Roma bus station, Hotel Nazionale is proud to offer the most central accommodation in Venice. From the nearby vaporetto (water bus) pier Ferrovia you will be able to easily reach all of the famous landmarks in Venice. Coming back to Cannareggio Sestiere, where the Nazionale is located, you will be able to take advantage of an extremely wide choice of restaurants. The reception desk is active 24-hour and provides information and ticket sales for tours, events, museums and visits to the city and the entire Lagoon, including the glass furnaces of the island of Murano.

Itinerary

Day 1

Rome

Welcome to Italy! Upon arrival at Rome’s airport, meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city. After check-in, take the remainder of the day to relax or begin soaking in the Roman atmosphere—perhaps with a stroll to a nearby piazza or a leisurely dinner at a traditional trattoria. Overnight in Rome.
Overnight: Rome

Days 2-3

Explore Rome

Fuel up with breakfast each morning before diving into the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City. Your 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass gives you the flexibility to explore iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City at your own pace.

Listen to the onboard audio commentary for fascinating insights into each site. Spend your evenings at leisure, perhaps sampling Roman cuisine or enjoying a sunset over the Spanish Steps.
Overnight: Rome  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 4

Rome to Florence

Rome - Florence. After breakfast and check-out, make your way independently to the train station and board a high-speed train bound for Florence. On arrival, transfer on your own to the hotel and settle in. Later, embark on a guided city tour by electric golf cart—an eco-friendly and relaxed way to discover Florence’s historic centre.

Glide past the grand Duomo, the elegant façade of Santa Maria Novella, and along the banks of the Arno River. Admire views of Pitti Palace, cross the famous Ponte Vecchio, and ascend to Piazzale Michelangelo for a sweeping panorama of the city’s red-tiled rooftops. An MP3 audio guide will accompany the journey, offering enriching commentary.
Overnight: Florence  |  Breakfast

Days 5-6

Free Time in Florence

These two days are yours to enjoy Florence at your own pace. You might visit the Uffizi Gallery to admire works by Botticelli and Michelangelo, explore artisan shops in the Oltrarno district, or take a day trip to the Tuscan countryside. Enjoy the city’s slower rhythm, and perhaps end your evenings with local wine and Florentine steak.
Overnight: Florence  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 7

Florence to Venice

Florence - Venice. After breakfast, check out and travel independently to the train station for your onward journey to Venice. Once you arrive, make your own way to the hotel and settle in. Spend the rest of the day wandering Venice’s enchanting alleyways, enjoying a quiet canal-side drink or a gondola ride if you wish
Overnight: Venice  |  Breakfast

Days 8-9

Venice at Your Own Pace

Use your included 2-day vaporetto (waterbus) pass to explore Venice like a local. Cruise along the Grand Canal, hopping off to visit major sights such as St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge.

You may also venture to nearby islands like Murano, known for its glassmaking, or colourful Burano. With no cars and a maze of waterways to navigate, the vaporetto offers a scenic and efficient way to discover the city’s magic.
Overnight: Venice  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 10

Venice

Check out and enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Breakfast

Itinerary

Day 1

Rome

Welcome to Italy! Upon arrival at Rome’s airport, meet your private driver for a comfortable transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city. After check-in, take the remainder of the day to relax or begin soaking in the Roman atmosphere—perhaps with a stroll to a nearby piazza or a leisurely dinner at a traditional trattoria. Overnight in Rome.
Overnight: Rome

Days 2-3

Explore Rome

Fuel up with breakfast each morning before diving into the rich history and vibrant culture of the Eternal City. Your 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass gives you the flexibility to explore iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City at your own pace.

Listen to the onboard audio commentary for fascinating insights into each site. Spend your evenings at leisure, perhaps sampling Roman cuisine or enjoying a sunset over the Spanish Steps.
Overnight: Rome  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 4

Rome to Florence

Rome - Florence. After breakfast and check-out, make your way independently to the train station and board a high-speed train bound for Florence. On arrival, transfer on your own to the hotel and settle in. Later, embark on a guided city tour by electric golf cart—an eco-friendly and relaxed way to discover Florence’s historic centre.

Glide past the grand Duomo, the elegant façade of Santa Maria Novella, and along the banks of the Arno River. Admire views of Pitti Palace, cross the famous Ponte Vecchio, and ascend to Piazzale Michelangelo for a sweeping panorama of the city’s red-tiled rooftops. An MP3 audio guide will accompany the journey, offering enriching commentary.
Overnight: Florence  |  Breakfast

Days 5-6

Free Time in Florence

These two days are yours to enjoy Florence at your own pace. You might visit the Uffizi Gallery to admire works by Botticelli and Michelangelo, explore artisan shops in the Oltrarno district, or take a day trip to the Tuscan countryside. Enjoy the city’s slower rhythm, and perhaps end your evenings with local wine and Florentine steak.
Overnight: Florence  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 7

Florence to Venice

Florence - Venice. After breakfast, check out and travel independently to the train station for your onward journey to Venice. Once you arrive, make your own way to the hotel and settle in. Spend the rest of the day wandering Venice’s enchanting alleyways, enjoying a quiet canal-side drink or a gondola ride if you wish
Overnight: Venice  |  Breakfast

Days 8-9

Venice at Your Own Pace

Use your included 2-day vaporetto (waterbus) pass to explore Venice like a local. Cruise along the Grand Canal, hopping off to visit major sights such as St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace, and the Rialto Bridge.

You may also venture to nearby islands like Murano, known for its glassmaking, or colourful Burano. With no cars and a maze of waterways to navigate, the vaporetto offers a scenic and efficient way to discover the city’s magic.
Overnight: Venice  |  Breakfast x 2

Day 10

Venice

Check out and enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Breakfast

At a Glance

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Rome
Ends
Venice
Departs
March to November
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private Tour
Hotel Rating
Upgraded 4 star hotels
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing
Meals
Breakfast: 9
Countries
Minimum Age
No minimum age
Arr. Transfer
Yes
Dep. Transfer
Yes
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