Day 1: Arrive Rome
Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner tonight.
Day 2: Rome, Vatican City
Enjoy a guided tour that takes you to some of the city’s most famous sights, including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. This afternoon, venture to the walled enclave and headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church on a tour of the Vatican City. Take in the sweeping expanse of St Peter’s Square before exploring the Vatican Museums. Here, you’ll find many of the world’s greatest sculptures and paintings, including Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece upon the barrel-vaulted ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 3: Rome, Sorrento
Heading south, take the coastal route past cliffs that overlook the Bay of Naples. Enjoy postcard views as you reach Sorrento, where clusters of coloured buildings rest on a cliff above a harbour. You may like to spend time this afternoon taking in the lively village atmosphere while wandering the narrow laneways.
Insider Experience – Campanian Culinary Experience
Delight in a taste of Campanian culture and share a home-style Italian meal with a local family.
Day 4: Sorrento
Embark on a walking tour of Sorrento, a charming town perched on the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast. Once a popular retreat for Roman emperors, Sorrento offers stunning views, vibrant streets, and a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy free time to explore the town at your own pace, soaking in its unique beauty and coastal charm.
Day 5: Sorrento, Pompeii, San Gimignano
Engulfed by the lava from Mt Vesuvius in AD79, Pompeii provides a vivid picture of ancient Roman life, which you will discover on a fascinating guided tour around the remarkable ruins. After, journey north to San Gimignano. Enjoy dinner at your hotel this evening.
Day 6: San Gimignano, Florence
Explore the historic streets and appreciate the medieval city skyline of San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the heart of Tuscany. Step back in time and marvel at the well-preserved medieval architecture and abundance of restaurants and trattorias before travelling north to Florence to enjoy an evening exploring at your leisure.
Insider Experience – Wine and Dine in Tuscany
Savour a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at Castello Vicchiomaggio.
Day 7: Florence
Further explore this jewel of the Renaissance, once home to Da Vinci and Michelangelo. You may choose to join an optional tour to Pisa later to see its Leaning Tower and savour a Tuscan dinner.
Insider Experience – Gelato Delights
Sample the city’s finest gelato at a famous local gelateria.
Day 8: Florence, Verona, Venice
Explore the whimsical city of Verona, perhaps stopping under Juliet’s balcony to put yourself in Romeo’s shoes. Later, continue to the incomparable city of Venice.
Day 9: Venice
Spend the morning discovering Venice, where romantic canals replace bustling streets on a guided tour. During your tour, stop and enjoy a Venetian glass-blowing demonstration. With some time at leisure this afternoon, you may wish to join an optional Gondola ride.
Day 10: Depart Venice
After breakfast your tour concludes. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
