Taste of Italy

7 Days | 1 Country | From NZ$2,235

Embark on an unforgettable 7-day journey through northern Italy, exploring beautiful cities, iconic landmarks, stunning landscapes and charming Tuscan towns.

Discover the ancient history of Rome, wander through the winding waterways of Venice, marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the colourful cliffside villages of Cinque Terre. Experience Florence, Lake Garda and the picturesque Tuscan countryside along the way.

Tour Overview

• Start Point: Rome
• End Point: Rome
• Accommodation: 6 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels
• Meals: 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners
• Transport: Air-conditioned coach
• Tour Type: Fully guided tour

Tour Highlights

• Explore Rome on a guided walking tour
• Visit the historic town of Orvieto
• Discover the waterways and canals of Venice
• Experience Venice at your own pace on a free day
• Visit Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake
• Discover Florence with a local guide
• Explore the spectacular Cinque Terre
• See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano
• Discover the UNESCO-listed city of Siena
• Enjoy included group dinners in Rome and Florence

Itinerary

Day 1 – Start of Tour in Rome

Rome (D)

Meet your tour leader and fellow travellers at your Rome hotel before setting off on a walking tour of the Eternal City. Stand in awe of the Spanish Steps and toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain. Later, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Hotel: Warmthotel (or similar)

Included: Discover Rome on a guided walking tour and enjoy a welcome dinner in Rome.

Optional: Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Day 2 – Rome – Orvieto – Venice

Orvieto & Venice (B)

Travel through the beautiful Umbria region to Orvieto, dramatically perched atop a sheer volcanic rock. Take the funicular into the historic centre and enjoy free time to explore before continuing to Venice.

Arrive in Venice and enjoy a free evening or join an optional water taxi cruise through the city’s twinkling canals.

Hotel: Hotel Venezia (or similar)

Included: Explore historic Orvieto.

Optional: Venice by Night

Day 3 – Venice Free Day

Venice (B)

Enjoy a full free day to explore the magical floating city of Venice at your own pace. Experience the city from its waterways on an optional gondola ride, or venture further into the lagoon on an optional excursion to Murano and Burano, colourful islands famous for their local crafts.

Hotel: Hotel Venezia (or similar)

Included: Experience Venice.

Optional: Venice Gondola Ride and Venice Lagoon Tour

Day 4 – Lake Garda – Florence – Tuscany

Lake Garda, Florence & Tuscany (BD)

En route to Florence, stop at Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake. Continue to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, where a local guide will introduce you to the city’s highlights before you enjoy some free time to explore.

Later, enjoy a group dinner in Florence before travelling to your hotel in Montecatini, a charming Tuscan spa town.

Hotel: Hotel Terme Pellegrini (or similar)

Included: Stop at Lake Garda, discover Florence with a local guide and enjoy dinner in Florence.

Day 5 – Cinque Terre – Pisa – Tuscany

Cinque Terre & Pisa (B)

Take a trip to the enchanting Cinque Terre, made up of five spectacular cliffside villages offering breathtaking coastal views. Later, return towards Tuscany and discover the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Capture some memorable photos of this iconic Italian landmark.

Hotel: Hotel Terme Pellegrini (or similar)

Included: Explore Cinque Terre and see the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Optional: An Evening in Montecatini

Day 6 – San Gimignano – Siena – Rome

San Gimignano, Siena & Rome (BD)

Before returning to Rome, visit two of Tuscany’s most fascinating towns. Explore medieval San Gimignano, famous for its distinctive tower houses, and enjoy a taste of local Tuscan wines.

Continue to Siena, a UNESCO-listed city renowned for its beautiful architecture and the famous Palio horse race held twice a year. Finally, travel back to Rome and enjoy a farewell group dinner.

Hotel: BV Oly Hotel (or similar)

Included: Visit San Gimignano, discover Siena and enjoy a farewell dinner in Rome.

Day 7 – End of Tour in Rome

Rome (B)

Today marks the end of your unforgettable 7-day Taste of Italy tour. If time allows, make the most of your final day in Rome or join the optional guided tour of the Vatican Museums.

Admire the awe-inspiring artistic and architectural treasures of Vatican City. Please note that this excursion must be pre-booked and concludes in the late afternoon.

Included: Breakfast.

Optional: Vatican Museums Guided Tour

Optional Activities

• Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour – Discover some of Rome’s most iconic ancient landmarks.
• Venice by Night – Experience Venice’s atmospheric canals after dark.
• Venice Gondola Ride – See the city from its famous waterways.
• Venice Lagoon Tour – Visit the colourful islands of Murano and Burano.
• An Evening in Montecatini – Enjoy an optional dinner in this charming Tuscan spa town.
• Vatican Museums Guided Tour – Explore the Vatican’s extraordinary art and architecture.

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Experience the highlights of Italy in just seven unforgettable days, from the ancient streets of Rome to the canals of Venice and the spectacular landscapes of Tuscany and Cinque Terre.