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Unravel the mysteries of Ancient Rome, learn about Italian art in Florence, and walk along the breathtaking canals of Venice with this incredible tour of Italy!
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Easy Tours are accessible for all travelers. There will be limited periods of standing or walking during sightseeing excursions as pre-booked transportation will take passengers between destinations.
Turn your travel dreams into reality with this extraordinary 11-day small-group tour of Italy! Begin your journey in Rome, The Eternal City and the capital of Italy, home to the world-famous Colosseum. Visit Venice Square and Capitoline Hill among many other legendary sites before you explore Vatican City, a principal center of Christianity in the world. Next, you will drive to Assisi, a beautiful medieval town and the birthplace of St. Francis. From there you will travel to Perugia, surrounded by the breathtaking mountains and valleys of Umbria, and make your way to Siena, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Italy. Explore Florence, the Birthplace of the Renaissance where you will discover many masterpieces of Italian art such as the David of Michelangelo. Visit Bologna to see the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest churches in the world! Finally, you will travel to Venice, where you will end your tour of Italy. Bask in the beauty of this extraordinary city and opt for a gondola ride through the Venetian canals before you prepare for your journey back home!
Private Group Tour
Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin / double room sharing basis.
Single supplement is available at USD 699 per person.
Today you will make your own way to your gateway airport to board your overnight flight to Rome. Enjoy inflight meals and services.
Overnight Onboard Flight
Welcome to Rome! Upon arrival at the Rome International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Rome
After breakfast, you will embark on a two-and-a-half-hour scenic tour of Rome with a local guide. This tour will be an incredible introduction to The Eternal City. You will visit various attractions such as the Caracalla Baths, Venice Square, Circo Massimo, the Capitoline Hills, or St. John Lateran. The tour will end in Vatican City, the principal center of Christianity in the world. You will also be able to visit Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica. In the evening, you will be provided transportation to the Trastevere district area, where you will find restaurants serving Italian, Indian, Chinese, and international cuisine. A return to the hotel will be included.
Overnight in Rome
Spend the day at leisure. You may pick and choose between the suggested optional tours and activities.
Overnight in Rome
Optional: Dark Heart of Rome: (1.5) : USD 39, min 2 paxWhen the sun sets on Rome, another side of the city comes to life, an older and more mysterious Rome where fact & legend are intertwined to stimulate the imagination as much as the eye. A Rome known only by a few... You are invited to discover this other side of the city for yourself on Rome‟s only night-time walking tour. Your guide will bring the Eternal city's most enthralling historical and supernatural mysteries to life in a highly entertaining and informative tour that is unlike any other. A night-time walking tour, based on history, legends, mysteries and Ghost stories, points out the lesser known sights in Rome's historic center that any passer-by would easily miss. The tour wanders through the areas surrounding Campo de' Fiori and Piazza Farnese including Via Giulia, Via del Governo Vecchio and Castel Sant'Angelo.
Optional: Crypts & Catacombs Tour: (3.5): USD 101, min 2 paxAvailable: Daily
Timings: 02.30 PM
Meeting Point: Center of Piazza Barberini, by the large Triton (Tritone) fountain
Discover imperial and early Christian Rome and millennia of history as you descend into the Eternal city's underground burial chambers, its long winding catacombs and its crypts. Go below and beyond to a time when Christianity was considered a simple cult whose members were executed as pagans and buried as martyrs. The one and only tour that takes you to crypts and catacombs from different historical eras, in various locations and with varying styles. Much of what Rome has to offer is buried underground-and through this tour, our guests can discover the underside of Rome through three select sites--The Cappuccini Crypt (chapel decorated entirely by human bones), Domitilla Catacombs (or San Callisto or San Sebastiano) and the Church of San Clemente (built over an ancient fourth century church built over an even older Roman house containing Christian artifacts and a pagan temple-with ruins reaching 57 feet deep).
Breakfast at your hotel. Departure from your hotel for a short drive to Assisi where you will explore with a guide this historical town surrounded by walls built in the Middle Ages. Take your time to visit the Basilica of St. Francis, where you will see masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, continuation to Perugia, situated in a hilltop region surrounded by the valleys and mountains of Umbria.
Overnight in Perugia
Breakfast at your hotel. Departure from your hotel for continuation to Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for the Palio, an historical horse race around the shell-shaped town square Piazza del Campo. You will have some free time in Siena to discover the medieval city center and then you will continue to Florence, where you will check in at your hotel.
Overnight in Florence
This morning set off on a walking tour of Florence. Stroll through the picturesque Signoria Square, where you will discover magnificent statues by Cellini, Giambologna, and Ammannati, before continuing to the famous Ponte Vecchio. Explore Santa Croce Church Square where the tombs of distinguished Florentine citizens such as Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli can be found, as well as fascinating works by Giotto and Donatello. Visit the Accademia Gallery Museum and discover one of the city’s eternal masterpieces — the David by Michelangelo. Return to your hotel for a free evening.
Overnight in Florence
Optional: Pizza and Gelato Making Class – Evening: (3H): USD 112, min 2 paxLearn to make Pizza and Gelato just like the Italians do! Join our late-afternoon class where our chefs will be delighted to introduce you to the history of these glorious Italian creations. Make pizza in a proper pizza oven with our professional pizza chef, called pizzaiolo. You will learn how to make tender, flexible yeast dough that stretches to almost paper-thinness, and the secret for a flavorful yet light tomato sauce. Even if you bake pizza in your own oven, these techniques are universal and using them really makes a difference. With the help of the pizzaiolo, you will prepare your very own pizza, stretch the dough, sauce it up, bake it, slice it - it may well be the best pizza you ever tasted, and you made it yourself! Then our expert chef will fill you in on why gelato remains Italy's favorite dessert while giving you an insight into the "gelato culture" that continues to grow. Get to know the basic raw ingredients, and how to select the best products available according to specific principles during a presentation and tasting of some of the flavors used in gelato making. Learn about the development and application of natural colors, the heating and freezing techniques, and how each has a different effect on the ingredients. It is always great to discover the recipe of the world most-loved dessert! This activity is strongly recommended for families that wish to have children learn about the Italian culture, an easy and fun experience that will last forever in their memory.
**Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance. This tour includes a short walking part (approx. 10 min). Please let us know in advance any special need or impaired mobility of the clients and we will do our best to accommodate them**
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure toward Bologna where you will discover the elegant city center with its almost 40km-long porticoes that are one of the defining features of the city's architecture. From the Piazza Malpighi, you will walk to the Piazza del Nettuno and the Piazza Maggiore in the heart of the city, then you will see the Palazzo Re Enzo constructed in the 13th century as an extension to the Palazzo Podestà and finally the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the biggest in the world. Bologna is a real gourmet’s heaven so don’t miss a tasty meal for your lunch at leisure.
Overnight in Bologna
After a leisurely breakfast depart for Venice. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight in the Venice Area
This morning, depart with your guide for a walking tour of the historic center of Venice. The tour starts from St. Mark's Square, with its surrounding monuments, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Doge's Palace, the Campanile, the Clock Tower and the Procuratie. Explore the splendid Doge's Palace, the true heart of medieval Venetian political power, and discover the places where the Doge and his council discussed the fate of the city. See the Golden Staircase and many other works of art. Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and enter the Venetian prison to learn how the prisoners of the Most Serene Republic lived. In the afternoon, visit a glass blowing factory. Murano glass is famous throughout the world, and you will see artisans continue the tradition, developed over centuries, with roots in ancient Rome and Byzantium. You are given free time afterwards, perhaps you will enjoy an iconic experience with a gondola ride in the canals.
Overnight in Venice
Optional: Gondola ride with music: (30 min) : USD 119, min 2 paxAs you board the iconic Venetian Gondola, the gentle lapping of the water against the boat sets a tranquil backdrop. The skilled gondolier, dressed in traditional attire, welcomes you aboard and begins to navigate the narrow canals of the enchanting city.As the gondola sets forth, a soft melody fills the air. The strains of classical music or perhaps a serenade from a live musician on board create an atmosphere of romance and elegance. The melodic tunes harmonize with the rhythmic sounds of the oar gently propelling the gondola through the water.The scenery unfolds around you as historic buildings with captivating architecture line the waterways. The soft glow of streetlights and the warm ambiance from nearby cafes add to the allure of the experience. Whether it's the narrow, winding canals or the grandeur of the Grand Canal, each twist and turn brings a new perspective to the city.
Today you will be transferred to Venice International airport to check in for your onward flight.
Just 350 metres from EUR Fermi Metro Station, the 4-star Hotel Dei Congressi is in Rome’s EUR business and residential district. It offers free WI-Fi throughout, a panoramic top-floor gym and a varied breakfast buffet. Renovated rooms feature parquet floors, wooden furniture and a work desk. Each one comes with satellite TV and a mini fridge with 2 bottles of water. Rome’s city centre can be reached via Metro in around 15 minutes. Dei Congressi Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Palalottomatica sport and concert venue.
Offering free parking and free Wi-Fi, Hotel Giò Jazz Area is a jazz-themed hotel in Perugia, and is just a 5-minute Minimetro ride to the main square. The building features a seasonal rooftop pool, a sun terrace and a gym. The rooms come with a jazz compilation CD and stereo. Rooms at Hotel Giò are spacious and feature a TV and private bathroom. Some rooms feature a spa bath, others have a massage chair. The hotel with jazz-themed decoration boasts a specialised music shop and a music arcade where international jazz concerts are projected. It also has its own auditorium where jazz concerts are held periodically. The tranquil garden has tables and chairs where you can relax. Every evening, Ristorante Enoteca offers an eclectic à la carte menu including regional specialities. Breakfast is buffet style.
Hotel Delle Nazioni is 50 metres from Florence Santa Maria Novella Station and a 10-minute walk from Florence Cathedral. Its attentive staff provide an extensive buffet breakfast, and free Wi-Fi is available. Rooms at Delle Nazioni are air conditioned and offer satellite TV and a private bathroom. The apartments include a hideaway kitchenette. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, yogurt and Tuscan cheese, together with coffee and fruit juice. A bus stop 200 metres from the hotel has services to the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. The Fortezza da Basso is a 15-minute walk away.
Near Bologna's main railway station, this central 4-star hotel offers easy access to public transport, friendly service, clean rooms, and a free buffet breakfast. Zanhotel Hotel Tre Vecchi is set in a historic building on one of the city's main streets. The hotel offers doorman service and a comfortable lift. You will find classical decoration, a lounge bar and 2 meeting rooms. Next door, a large public car park is available at additional daily cost.
The 4-star deluxe Crowne Plaza Venice East offers free access to the gym and sauna. The restaurant serves Veneto cuisine and has a large wine cellar. Guests are reminded that a free shuttle service to/from Venice Marco Polo Airport is available at scheduled times (approximately from 05 am to 11 pm). PLEASE NOTE: The shuttle service is only available upon reservation by providing your flight schedule a minimum of 24 hours in advance by contacting the front desk via email. Our shuttle has limited seats, so we advise you to make your reservation via email as soon as possible.
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Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
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Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
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Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
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A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
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For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
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Can I use my frequent flier miles?
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An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
