AMALFI COAST – SORRENTO – POMPEII – VENICE – FLORENCE – ROME

• Memorable touring in Venice, Florence and Rome

• Popular countryside destinations: Tuscany and Cinque Terre

• Enchanting Amalfi Coast & Sorrento

• New upgraded Pompeii Excavations

• Visiting in small group

• No-stand in line booking to museums and sites

• Food & Wine experience

• Hassle-free transfers

• Centrally and conveniently located accommodation

• Free time on your own

• Customizable Itinerary

• Local Travel assistance

Day 1 – VENICE

Upon arrival at the Venice International Airport you will be transferred, by private boat, to your centrally located hotel in the heart of Venice. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring on your own or you may also wish to experience the intimacy of the Venice Canals with an optional gondola ride.

Day 2 – VENICE

In the morning, meet with your private guide tour to visit the highlights of Venice; San Mark’s square, San Mark’s Basilica, Bridge of Sighs.The tour might be optionally extended to visit the gorgeous rooms of the of Doge’s Palace. In the afternoon, we encourage you to visit to the island of Murano, easily done on your own, with its many glassblowing factories and museums.
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Day 3 – FLORENCE

Traveling by high speed train is by far the most enjoyable and fastest way to transfer between Venice and Florence. You might choose to travel in comfortable coach class or upgrade to higher class. Upon your arrival at Florence train station, a private chauffeur will transfer you to your hotel, located in the heart of Florence. In the afternoon short tour visit Accademia Gallery (David by Michelangelo) with a no-stand in line small group tour. Balance of the day at leisure.

Day 4 -FLORENCE

In the morning, visit the highlights of Florence with a small group walking tour; The Duomo by Brunelleschi, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John or the Piazza della Signoria with its surrounding Renaissance buildings; the Loggia dei Lanzi, Palazzo Uguccione and Tribunale della Mercanzia, and the Ponte Vecchio (the Old Bridge). Balance of the day at leisure.

Day 5 -TUSCANY / CHIANTI

Today, a full-day excursion to Tuscany. You may choose to join either our small group tour to visit either Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni or wine tour in the wine country to enjoy Chiantis and Super Tuscans at Chianti vineyards while learning about the local traditional wine making techniques.

Day 6 – SORRENTO / POMPEII

In the morning, transfer by high speed train to Naples, then private transfer to Sorrento. En route, stop to visit Pompeii Ruins with a private guide.

Day 7 – AMALFI COAST

The Amalfi Coast is a magic place, offering unique sceneries along the drive and nesting enchanting villages. Today, you will enjoy this drive in a full day small group escorted tour and stop to explore the 3 gems of the coast: Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.

Day 8 – CAPRI

Today, you might wish to join a small group food tour in the countryside overlooking the coast to learn the make and taste the typical products: Olive Oil, Limoncello Liqueur and Pizza. Your second option would be to spend a day at seas with a small group cruise around Capri island and time at leisure to visit Capri.

Day 9 – ROME

In the morning, you will transfer by high speed train to Rome, where a private chauffeur will meet you at the train station and take you to your hotel in downtown Rome. In the evening, small group easy going walking tour, sightseeing some of the Rome top attractions in downtown: Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and enjoy a typical Italian Aperitivo.

Day 10 – ROME

In the morning, visit Ancient Rome in small group tour: in-depth visit of Colosseum (Arena floor, third tier and underground level), Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Balance of the day at leisure or optional activity.

Day 11 – ROME

Today, an half-day small group walking tour to visit the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter Basilica with the Pieta’ by Michelangelo and St. Peter Square. Balance of the day of the day at leisure.

Day 12 – ROME

Private transfer to airport and departure.

LODGING

Charming 3-star (Comfortable) or 4-star (First class) centrally located accommodation, breakfast and hotel tax included

• 2 nights in Venice
• 3 nights in Florence
• 3 nights in Sorrento
• 3 nights in Rome

EXCURSIONS AND ACTIVITIES:

• Private licensed guide on day 2 (2 hrs.)
• Small escorted group on day 3 (1 hr.)
• Small escorted group on day 4 (3 hr.)
• Small escorted group on day 5 (8 hrs.)
• Private licensed guide on day 6 (2 hrs.)
• Small escorted group on day 7 (8 hrs.)
• Small escorted group on day 8 (5-8 hrs.)
• Small escorted group on day 9 (2½ hrs.)
• Small escorted group on day 10 (3 hrs.)
• Small escorted group on day 11 (3 hrs.)

No-stand-in-line reservation and entry fees:

• Accademia Gallery
• Ancient Rome sites (Coliseum, Forum and Palatinum)
• Vatican Museums

TRANSPORTATION:

Private transfer:

• From and to airports in Italy
• From Florence train station to hotel in Florence
• From Naples train station to hotel in Sorrento (includes stop in Pompeii)
• From hotel in Sorrento to Naples train station
• From Rome train station to hotel in Rome

High-Speed train tickets with seat reservation:

• Venice – Florence
• Florence – Naples
• Naples – Rome

OPTIONAL & UPGRADES (prices p.p. ):

• First class or Luxury hotel package. (prices upon request)
• Additional day/s in Venice, Florence, Rome, Naples (prices upon request)
• Additional escorted tours / activities (prices upon request)
• Upgrade to 1st class train tickets $90