2025 Taste of Italy - 7 Days/6 Nights

Get your first taste of the delights of Venice, Florence, Rome, and more on this enchanting Italian tour. You'll ?get to enjoy the ancient ruins, architectural and artistic masterpieces, and of course, indulge in Italy's legendary food and wine.

Authentic Local Experiences:

  • Enjoy admission to the famed Accademia Gallery, and marvel at Michelangelo's masterpiece of sculpture, the David statue.
  • Visit charming Orvieto on the way to Rome and indulge in a tasting of local wines.
  • Step into the grandeur of the Vatican Museums on our privately guided tour with entrance to the Sistine Chapel.
  • Trip Highlights:

    • Venice Gondola Ride
    • Doge's Palace, Venice
    • Bologna
    • Accademia Gallery with Michelangelo's David Sculpture
    • Orvieto Wine Tasting
    • Colosseum and Forum
    • St Mark's Basilica
    • Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica*

    *Visits subject to availability

    Dining Experiences:

    • 6 Breakfasts (B), 1Lunch (L) , and 3 Dinners (D)

    Hotels:

    • Avani Rio Novo - Venice (2)
    • NH Firenze - Florence (2)
    • NH Collection Roma Vittoria Veneto - Rome (2)

    *Only single or double/twin rooms are available on this tour.

    INSIDER TIP! Extend your vacation with pre-nights in Venice or post-nights in Rome. We've negotiated special hotel rates to make it easy and affordable.

Call (330) 650-2020 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18858256

Tour Operator
CIE Tours
Offer
Offer valid through 3/31/2025
Duration
7 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1VeniceVenice Arrival & Welcome Dinner: Meet your tour director at 4:00 PM for a welcome reception and orientation walk around the city known as the 'Queen of the Adriatic.' Enjoy a welcome drink and dinner with your fellow travelers. (D)
Day 2VeniceMurano Glass Factory, Venice Tour & Gondola Ride: Take a scenic cruise around the Venetian Lagoon to Murano Island, known for centuries for its artisanal glass industry. Tour a factory and see a demonstration of the art of glass blowing. Cruise back to the splendid Piazza San Marco for a walking tour, with visits to the Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica. Journey along the canals for a view of the city from a gondola. The evening is yours to explore and dine independently. (B)
Day 3FlorenceBologna & Florence: Travel to historic Bologna, a culinary haven known as 'La Grassa' (The Fat One). With medieval architecture, the iconic Two Towers, and the oldest university in the Western world, Bologna offers a rich blend of history, culture, and exceptional cuisine. You'll have free time for an independent lunch before moving on to your hotel in Florence's city center. In Florence, take an orientation walk with your tour director and then savor time to discover this magnificent city, the capital of Tuscany and the birthplace of Renaissance art and architecture. Enjoy dinner with your group. (B, D)
Day 4FlorenceFlorence Walking Tour & The Accademia Gallery: Take a walking tour of Florence and marvel at the sights of the city center such as the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's iconic sculpture of David. Savor a local lunch in the heart of Florence. After lunch you'll have the rest of the day to explore the city at your leisure. (B, L)
Day 5RomeOrvieto & Roman Colosseum: You're off to the Eternal City - Rome. Along the way, stop in the scenic hill town of Orvieto for a delicious tasting of its renowned local wine. Visit the Colosseum, imperial Rome's iconic structure, built between 72 and 80 AD. This engineering marvel could hold up to 80,000 spectators for gladiator battles and dramatic productions. Imagine the ghosts of the Caesars in the ruins of the Forum, the ancient heart of the Roman Empire. Enjoy a free evening. (B)
Day 6RomeIndependent Exploration & Vatican Tour: Discover Rome independently this morning, with free time to explore. In the afternoon, visit the Vatican to see the awe-inspiring cultural heritage of the world's smallest sovereign state. Take a guided tour of the Museums, see Michelangelo's masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel, and walk through St. Peter's Basilica. Then it's off to dinner in a local restaurant. (B, D)
Day 7RomeTour Ends in Rome: Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
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  • 2025 Taste of Italy - 7 Days/6 Nights

    Get your first taste of the delights of Venice, Florence, Rome, and more on this enchanting Italian tour. You'll ?get to enjoy the ancient ruins, architectural and artistic masterpieces, and of course, indulge in Italy's legendary food and wine.

 
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